beginning to invest in pieces for
the long-‐ run. So while the art of
tailoring may have been lost, I think
people are starting to realize its
importance and the added benefits
that a good tailor can bring to a look.
In addition to this, historically, many
established tailors were self-‐taught
and often started sewing as a hobby.
With the growing presence and
influence of technica l trade schools,
which utilize modern technique,
machinery and technology, are
produce expertly trained
professionals.
SW: What type of sewing and/
or tailoring technology does
STITCH utilize, or is everything
done by hand?
AH: Everything is done by hand.
There are a number of companies,
usually made-to-measure suit
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companies that are based online,
and do not have a brick and mortar
store. Most these companies use
‘technology’ to try and find the
perfect fit. This is usually computed
with the use of an algorithm and
10,000 or so data points that
produce an analysis of your body.
While technology can get close, it
is nowhere near as accurate as
having a trained and experience
seamstress or tailor measure and
make the needed alterations.
SW: What type of training do your
STITCHERS go through?
AH: All of our lead seamstress
have a combination of technical
knowledge (i.e. they went to some
sort of trade school) and 10+ years
of experience in the industry. Right
now, being one location, all work is
overseen by our master seamstress.
With an eye for expansion, we are
developing a training program for
new recruits that will standardize
our methods.
SW: Who is the STITCH client?
AH: STITCH serves a broad customer
base. Our everyday walk-‐in clients
are locals in the surrounding
area who alter their day-‐to-‐
day clothing; jeans, skirts, suits
and occasional evening wear.
Additionally, we work a lot with
brides-‐to-‐be and their wedding
party. STITCH Bridal offers in-‐home