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Your first
consultation.

Most men put off their first custom suit because they don't know what happens in the room. Here it is, step by step.

Before you arrive

Book online or call (801) 866-9718. The first consultation is complimentary, takes about 30 minutes, and can be in person at 215 S State St, Suite 575, in downtown Salt Lake City, or by video. If you like, build a capsule blueprint first so you arrive with a starting point.

What to bring

  • The shoes you plan to wear with the suit, so trouser length can be set correctly.
  • A shirt that fits you well.
  • Photos of suits or looks you like, and any you dislike.
  • Your calendar: the dates and occasions you are dressing for.

The conversation

Nothing is measured until we understand the man being dressed. Kobe asks about your work, your week, the rooms you walk into and the impression you want to leave. This is also where you talk about budget, openly. There is no pressure and no upselling.

The cloth

You will see and handle cloth from a library of more than 4,000, from mills in England, Italy and Japan. Kobe narrows it to a handful that suit your climate, occasion and body. See choosing cloth for Utah.

The measurements

If you decide to proceed, your measurements and posture are recorded and your style choices confirmed: lapel, buttons, pockets, vents, lining. You leave knowing exactly what you ordered, what it will cost, and when it will be ready, typically 5 to 8 weeks.

The fitting

You try on something built entirely for you. Refinements are made so the garment looks right, feels right, and is ready for the moments ahead. Your pattern then stays on file for life, so reorders take half the time and need only one fitting.

Quick Answers

In short.

How long is the first consultation?

About 30 minutes, complimentary, in person in Salt Lake City or by video.

Do I have to buy anything at the consultation?

No. The first consultation carries no obligation. You leave knowing what the garment would look like and cost, and decide from there.

Can I do the consultation by video?

Yes. The first consultation can be held by video if you cannot make it to the Salt Lake City atelier.

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