108 BESPOKE

Dressing up for work or that big meeting you have with a potential investor can be loads of fun when you have a good range of well-fitting workwear to choose from. But for the plus sized woman, there are very limited options in the market. Sizes are limiting , and are often not accurate, leaving a large percentage of people to compromise on fit just because of their size, which is very inconvenient. We realize that and are here to help! Ours is a one-stop for all your plus sized workwear (be it blouses, skirts, blazers or trousers) and formal wear dresses . Ready-made clothing can only give you a limited selection, but you can come to us with a design or color that you like, and we can build your look around it, with personal styling tips! We create custom made pattern s for each customer and do not work on sizing - something that limits the ready-wear market greatly. Each body is different, and everyone's needs are unique . We understand this and are here to help you ...

A valid question. Why take the effort of getting your clothes custom made when you can pick them off the rack? You'll be saving time, money and effort. But are saving on these 'costs' justified? Previously, bespoke clothing was only associated with the elite. The cost of a custom-made suit in say, the US is comparatively higher, making made-to-measure clothing inaccessible for a large number of people. Which is quite unfair, as everyone should have access to well-fitting clothing. But now, India has made it affordable for everyone to be able to wear well-fitting clothing, as the culture of tailoring is so popular. Individualization of clothing is something that has been coming up for quite a while now. Be it teenage girls adding bits of lace or sequins to that old denim jacket, or men adding badges and lapel pins to their blazers - everyone wants their clothing to be their own. Mass production can only do so much, and bespoke tailoring takes individualization to the...

As a follow up to part 1, all you ladies who want to know the essentials that go in to a workwear wardrobe, this one is for you. 1. A colored top     This works as a standalone piece or something to wear under a blazer. Go for jewel tones instead of the usual black, white or red to add some interest. 2. A colored blazer     You need an alternative to the black or blue that you own on days when you're going out after work. 3. White shirt/blouse     Enough said. Works for interviews, presentations and with a necklace, you're good to hit a few clubs. 4. Pencil skirt   Worn with a blouse/shirt and a pair of heels, that's power dressing for you. 5. Skinny Belt    An absolute essential. A woman is not fully dressed unless she has a belt on. Can be used with pants, skirts or dresses. 6. Black pumps    A pair that every woman should have in her wardrobe. Preferably leather. 7. Black Blazer   A timeless piece. Th...

A women's work attire should be the one section of her wardrobe she is extremely confident of. You don't need a multitude of options to be well-dressed to work. You just need to follow a few rules to be able to revamp or start your own workwear wardrobe!

Don't get me wrong. I adore shopping. Stepping into a mall and leaving with heavy bags and an extremely light purse is what I love doing. But when it comes to workwear, I feel like that is something you can't compromise on, especially in terms of fit. And the problem is, commercial brands in the market work in sizes. What if you're inbetween a 6 and an 8? What if the smallest or largest size isn't right either? What if the shirt fits, but the sleeves are too tight? I cannot count the number of times I've had an interview or a formal event and have run out to get an outfit and have come back with either nothing or a badly fitted garment which I have to promptly attack with my own sewing machine or request a tailor to help me. But there is a solution to this. Customized, bespoke womenswear. We at 108 Bespoke understand the struggle both women and men go through to find clothes (especially workwear) that fits right. So we let you control everything from the...

The black tuxedo is timeless, there's no disputing that. But as color trends come around each season, why limit their usage to only the shirts or ties? Let's incorporate it in the whole suit! Keeping the suave, dapper silhouette of a tux in mind, there are loads of color options that one can go for. Whites, grays, reds, blues and even green tuxedos make quite the impression at weddings and other parties. Lapels that used to traditionally be made of satin are now in leather finish, velvet or printed fabrics. Go with a bow tie to match your lapel or your suit itself. Or if you really want to make a statement, go with something contrasting. So, the next time you need a tuxedo, look at some colorful options!

Suit care is an integral part of determining your garment's lifespan. A well-cared for suit can last a man up to decades. We have customers buying suits from us every day, so if any of you have questions on how to give your suit a little TLC - this post is for you! DO - Brush your suit with a lint roller and a suit brush after every use. This takes off the outer layer of dust and fibers it may have accumulated. After all, your suit is usually the outermost garment that you wear. - Steam it, don't iron it regularly. Your iron usually has a steamer setting, so any wrinkles can be eliminated with a few puffs. If your suit is extremely wrinkled, once in a while, it's alright to press it. - Air your suit once in a while. In a country like India, you're bound to sweat in it quite a bit. It needs that bit of R&R before it can be worn again. - Use moth balls or dried lavender pouches in your suit closet. Moths love the dark and the damp an...