“IT’S ABOUT THE JOURNEY, NOT THE DESTINATION” If you’ve sat with me sipping a bourbon in my showroom, you’ll discover rather quickly that I am an avid motorcycle rider. I’ve been riding for over 40 years. It’s always been my passion, my moment of zen, my raison d’etre. No matter how much I carefully plan my trips across the country, there is always some sort of unexpected change of course. A different road taken. Just like life. Just like now. Whatever plans we made for 2020 whether personal or business, it’s safe to say we’re shifting gears and charting new […]

At “A Stylish Way Of Life” we manufacture all handmade Made-To-Order linen, wool and cashmere pocket squares, ties, scarves and Goodyear Welted custom shoes on both a Made-To-Measure platform and a Full-Bespoke platform. Our entire collection is made by hand, from start to finish, using the finest fabrics and leathers from Italy, Ireland, London and France. Last year marked the launch of our custom shoe and boot collection which is offered in various calf leathers, suedes, pebble grain calf leathers, pony hair, burnishes and hand patina. All models can be designed to the buyers specifications and we also work with clients […]

A presentation by S. Cohen at Designer Forum New York With custom made-to-measure taking the industry by storm, S. Cohen, the leading the custom made-to-measure and tailored clothing and outerwear brand since 1923, is proud to welcome you at 1pm ET on Saturday, January 18, 2020, to discuss made-to-measure etiquette and help you discover the trade-secrets and do’s and don’t surrounding custom made-to-measure when interacting with and measuring your customers.  DATE: Saturday, January 18th TIME: 1 PMLOCATION: Designer Forum New York Conrad New York Midtown Hotel151 W. 54th Street (2nd Floor – Contemporary Room) Please RSVP! We look forward to seeing you there.

Process – working smarter, not harder, for the client who is worth the effort The Beer & the (Industry) Buzz Series returns… “Process: working smarter, not harder, for the client who is worth the effort.” Q&A will follow the presentation. Join us as CTDA members, the King Brothers, lead the presentation and share their client experiences and insights. Grab a beer and join us for this great complimentary event! When: Sunday, January 19, 2020 @ 5 PM Where: Cooper John’s Pub, 2nd Floor, 160 W 54th Street (between 6th & 7th Avenues) New York, NY 10019 (across the street from […]

It is with sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Custom Tailors and Designers Association of America’s (CTDA) Past President, Dominic Ventresca, on September 17, 2019.  A long-time Doylestown, PA resident, Dominic was born in Torre dei Nolfi, Italy, from where he emigrated at age 19 with nothing but a suitcase. As a young man, Dominic learned tailoring from his father-in-law; eventually, in 1964 he established his own successful tailoring business which he ran until his retirement. He served as president of the Philadelphia chapter of the CTDA, as well as president of the national chapter of the CTDA.  Dominic is […]

It is with a heavy heart that the Custom Tailors & Designers Association remembers Master Tailor Nino Calderone of Custom Tailoring & Styling by Nino Caldarone in Ramsey, NJ who passed away unexpectedly yesterday.  Nino Caldarone made custom clothes for over forty years.  He started his training as a young man in Montella, Italy and then continued his craft when he immigrated to the United States in 1954. Nino is well known in his field as a Master Tailor and has a fine reputation for quality workmanship and precise fitting for both men and woman. When he made custom clothing, he would create a pattern for […]

By Andrew Yamato My friend David Niescior works as a historical interpreter at the colonial-era Old Barracks in Trenton, New Jersey. In a small top-floor room in the officer’s building he’s commandeered as his workshop, he is one of very few individuals in the world accurately practicing the art of 18th century tailoring. Modern fire code prevents him from heating a traditional iron over hot coals, but with the exception of a modern electrical iron, Niescior works entirely with period tools and techniques to fashion historically accurate reproductions of 18th century civilian and military clothing. His bespoke, handmade garments are […]

You’re invited to the CTDA’s Harbor Dinner Cruise  Enjoy a lavish 3-hour cocktail party and buffet dinner along with dancing, entertainment and majestic city views of the NYC Harbor! What: Dinner, Dancing and Full Open Bar! Time: 6:30 PM to 10 PM (depart dock promptly at 6:45 PM) Where: Pier 83, W 42nd St, New York, NY 10036 Come Dressed in Red, White and/or Blue! Party Theme:  Patriotic Attire Come dressed in a red, white and/or blue to celebrate our Nation’s independence! Both formal and casual attire allowed. Cost: $115 for CTDA members $125 for non-CTDA members The Sights You’ll […]

Please join us for    Designer Forum NY July 2017 Saturday, July 15 – Monday, July 17, 2017 London NYC Hotel New York, New York    Exhibit at Designer Forum New York Get your vendor / exhibitor packet here Due by June 15th! Step into the most luxurious setting with your favorite bespoke clothing tailors and designers. Conveniently located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, Designer Forum New York caters to the finest upscale menswear buyers, in addition to the growing market of bespoke ladies wear buyers, custom clothiers and tailors / designers in the U.S., Canada and from around […]

2017 SPRING SUMMIT — BOOK YOUR HOTEL ROOM BEFORE 4/17! The CTDA is offering a negotiated room rate of $169 per night at the Element Hotel by Westin where the Summit will be held.  This rate includes a full hot breakfast and free Wi-Fi. To reserve your hotel room, call 1-877-782-0151 or click here https://www.starwoodmeeting.com/events/start.action?id=1704113833&key=2E77F9B The closest airport is EWR – Newark Liberty International Airport. The hotel offers complimentary van shuttle service to and from Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Amtrak Newark Penn Station seven days a week, from 7 AM – 11 PM upon request only and based on […]