Meet Brandon: Our Dashing Groom in Midnight Blue

Meet Brandon. Brandon recently got married earlier this year and we wanted to share his beautiful photos with you! 

Name: Brandon
Age: 30 
Hometown: Stoughton, MA
Current Residence: Boston, MA
Occupation: Financial Analyst

Why choose custom?
The fit is unmatched. If you are fairly thin with broad shoulders then finding clothes at a department store that fits is nearly impossible. Even those that claim to be "slim fit" still look boxy. Going custom means the suit or shirt is made to measurement to fit your body. The icing on the cake is the customization. There are so nearly unlimited fabrics, colors and details that you can personalize to your own taste and make your item truly unique.

What would be your style advice to men in your professional field?
Proper fitting shirts and suits can change your whole appearance. People take notice when someone puts the time and thought into presenting themselves well. The whole point of formal and even business casual attire is to look professional. If you are wearing clothes that doesn't fit you properly then you really don't project the professional image that was intended whether to outside clients or colleagues.

What/who inspires your style? Why?
For my wedding, the inspiration to my custom tuxedo was certainly James Bond. Specifically, Daniel Craig in Skyfall wore a midnight blue tuxedo that I borrowed from heavily. I wanted a formal formal look without appearing too stuffy and 9tailors nailed it!

What is your favorite piece from 9tailors?
The midnight blue tuxedo is phenomenal. I had a vision in my head and it came out even better than I could have imagined. For everyday use though, I have a gray herringbone tweed sport coat that is my go to jacket in the fall. The fit is great and there is lavender accenting under the lapel.

How difficult is it to find garments that targets your specific needs and style?
Very. The reality is everyone's body is different so trying to find something fits your personal style AND fits your body is nearly impossible. Truly like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

Location: Artist for Humanity
Photograher: Abby Lorenz Photography

If you're contemplating a tuxedo (renting or buying), check out Style Girlfriend's response here and here. If you don't read Megan's blog already, we encourage you to do so. 

Need a midnight blue tuxedo or traditional black tuxedo for your next black tie event? Email us at info@9tailors.com. 

Reminders: Steals and Shows

Just some quick reminders of what's going on at 9tailors this month. Thursday and Friday we will be in NYC, only a few slots left for the fashion conscious-- get yours before they're gone.


Second, the month is coming to an end. And, when that ends so will the buy three get one free deal! Stock up for the summer on the cheap. We have all the plaid, gingham, stripes, and solids to suit you. Email info@9tailors.com to set up an appointment with a style consultant today!

Three Piece Wedded Bliss

Here are some beautiful photos taken by Summer Street Photography of one of our clients on his wedding day. His three piece suit looks fantastic as do his groomsmen in their custom shirts. And, of course, the bride was stunning in her strapless gown. We love the laid back sophistication of Blair and Karen's wedding, hope it was as fun as it was beautiful!

The groom, Blair, looking great in his 9tailors shirt and three piece suit.

One of the groomsmen, George, looking fine in his 9tailors shirt.

The men relaxing before the ceremony.

The lovely couple, Blair and Karen, during the ceremony.

Blair and Karen after the ceremony.

The details.

All the best from the 9tailors team!

Need your wedding party outfitted? Email us at weddings@9tailors.com to schedule an appointment with a style consultant.

Get This: Funky Accessories

Nothing gets more monotonous than donning the same three suits week after week with the same rotation of your handful of colorful ties. Here are some quirky accessories from Vintage Cufflinks that you may consider adding to your wardrobe so those tried and true pieces look fresh.

A pistol tie bar anyone? Show your subordinates (or superiors) you mean business with this vintage piece.

Just plain quirky, this pair of cufflinks will keep that crisp white shirt anything but boring.

Spend all your time reading children's books? This one with the three little pigs may just be right for you- and your children.

Need the right shirt for that special pair of cufflinks? Let a style consultant know, info@9tailors.com for and appointment!

How To: Redefine the Grey Suit

At 9tailors we are constantly being impressed by our clients creativity. Just when you though suits had been done every which way an exceptional client will come in and request details that wow even the most jaded suit-wearers out there. Here is an example of what I'm talking about. This came into the studio last week and we thought you would enjoy the fresh ideas.



The vest, in a darker grey, has a pinstripe running through it in the same shade as the suit pulling all the different pieces together.


Here is a close up of the buttonhole detailing. The last buttonhole on the sleeve is in a bright pink to match the two buttonholes at the waist.

Here is a snapshot of the inside. Hot pink lining to match the contrast buttonhole stitching on the outside and a purple welted edge for added flare make this jacket one of a kind.

Let us know if you feel like making a bold statement with your next suit at info@9tailors.com. Design yourself something different with a 9tailors style consultant. More to come!

I would wear this suit:

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  As often as possible, I love standing out!
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  Only on special occasions, it's too bold for everyday use.
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  Once a year, just to make a statement.
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  Only for Halloween.
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  Never! I only wear black and navy suits.

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Steal This Style: The Bostonian

Usually Thursday's post is dedicated to recognizing one particular male and his achievements in dress. Today, we honor the entire city of Boston for its traditionally preppy ensembles and give a few tips on how to achieve this scholarly look. Home of the greatest sports teams, resting place of founding fathers, and packed with more college students than any other city, Boston has a lot to offer. Here's how to capture the essence of Boston through your clothes. Dress shirts under sweater vests, polos with chinos, striped cardigans, argyle sweaters, navy blue blazers, Nantucket red shorts, and washed khakis are all staples in New England. Here are a few examples off the runway.

Now take the above and make it your own.

Classic without becoming boring; Mix up traditional pieces by clashing patterns and bold colors. Go ahead, pair your red plaid shirt with a faintly checked pant in a neutral color. Add a timeless trench to combat the ever changing weather. Take the extra step in personalizing your apparel. Make an appointment with a style consultant who can help you design a blazer specifically made for you. Picky about fit? Your style consultant will take over 15 measurements to ensure your blazer fits like a glove. Have a vision for your buttons? We would be more than happy to source out your ideal buttons. Email info@9tailors.com with your questions!

How To: Tie a Bow-Tie

If you wear a tie everyday you would never think of using a clip-on, would you? It defeats the purpose of looking professional and polished. So, why do some men use pre-tied bow-ties? Is the thought of tying your own so daunting you avoid the activity altogether? Here is a step by step guide for the men, and the women who want to help their men, to get the crowning jewel of formal wear properly fastened.

Step 1. Place the tie around your neck. Leave the left end about an inch and a half longer than the other.



Step 2. Choose how loose you want the tie to be using the first button as a guide. Then cross the long end over the short end.




Step 3. Slip the long end under the portion of the tie around your neck. Hold the two ends together at the button to keep it together.





Step 4. Make a zig zag with the shorter of the two pieces beneath where your fingers are holding it together.




Step 5. Bring the long end down and over the zig zag you have made with the shorter of the two ends.





Step 6. Gather the zig zag made with the shorter piece and pull it up to the center. Arrange the folds depending on how you want your tie to sit.





Step 7. Hold everything in place. Take the long piece, fold it over itself, and pull it behind the gathered zig zag and through the back. Loop it through to the left.





Step 8. Pull tight. Arrange the bow as you see fit.

Congratulations! You have tied your own bow-tie. It may take a few practice runs before you feel comfortable with the final product. But, in 8 simple steps the intimidating bow-tie has been reduced to a more than manageable task. Now that you have the hard part down, let 9tailors help you find the perfect dress shirt to match.

Introducing...Suits for Weddings & Parties

We are so excited to introduce our new custom suits for weddings and parties! What makes our wedding service so unbelievably amazing?

What makes our custom wedding service so unbelievably amazing?

First, our Style Consultants will work with you one-on-one to help you design a custom shirt and suit that will complement your wedding style. For instance, having a fall wedding? We’ve got tons of options to stylishly incorporate fall colors into the groom's outfit. Same goes for spring, summer, winter and every theme between.

Second, our Style Consultants will measure you and your groomsmen from head to toe to ensure that perfect fit. Not in Boston or in New York? No problem! We've created a measurement tutorial to make it easy for your out-of-state groomsmen to get fitted for their custom outfits! Our custom shirts and suits fit. Guaranteed.

Third, our Style Consultants will track your custom wedding party order from start to finish, so you don't have to worry about all the details.

Finally, value. Our custom suits and shirts are affordable, one-of-a-kind pieces that you won’t find at your local department store. A custom two-piece suit is $490.50 and a three-piece suit is $625.50 (both with free shipping). For wedding parties of 3 or more, you’ll receive a 15% discount and free shipping (to one address) on your entire purchase.

Here's what some of our clients have had to say about us:

"Having trouble locating the exact shirts that I wanted for our destination wedding, I contacted Sam and the crew at 9tailors. Their patience, selection, and expertise is unmatched in the city of Boston, not to mention the cost and service is so great, I plan on purchasing all of my shirts from here. 9tailors made our wedding a success with no stress, and without breaking the bank! Thank you 9tailors! - Brian H.

"I had an excellent experience with 9tailors when ordering shirts for my wedding party. Even with many changes and 6 different sized men, they were gracious and prompt with the order. We got many comments on the shirts from the moment we put them on. I cant wait to go to Boston to visit the shop." Jeremy N.

To contact a 9tailors Style Consultant, e-mail us at weddings@9tailors.com.

We're Heading to NYC!

We're now taking appointments for our New York City trip!

When: November 4 through 6 (12:00PM to 8:00PM each day)

Where: Club Quarters at Wall Street, New York City

How: rsvp at info@9tailors.com by November 1

Why: Because you want to look like Daniel Craig at your next holiday party.

Discounts and offers (New York Only): We're bringing back our Buy 3 Get 1 Free Deal for shirts! We're also offering an additional 10% discount on our two and three piece suits.