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How to Make Your Wedding Suit a Memento
Planning for your wedding can be a stressful time for some and the day itself often passes in a blur of joy and excitement. That's why it's important to 'stop and smell the roses' during your wedding journey and remember all of the reasons you've chosen to marry the love of your life. After the event itself, there are a plethora of ways you can look back fondly on the day, from the photos, to the video, to the signatures in the guest book. But did you know that your wedding suit can also serve as a reminder of the best day of your life? Read on to find out how...
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Celebrating Pride 2022
2022 is a very special year for Pride, as it marks 50 years since the first ever march in 1972. While there were only 700 bravely marching then, this year it is expected there will be over 2 million attendees! Of course, many historical milestones have been achieved since 1972.
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The Platinum Jubilee
Next week, the whole world will be watching as we celebrate 70 years with Queen Elizabeth II on the throne! The Queen has created quite the signature fashion lookbook that deserves its own jubilee. Her style has, quite literally, stood the test of time. Through nine decades, with her vibrant pant-suits and matching hats, stunning heirloom brooches - not to mention the symbolism behind every ensemble - it’s no wonder the Queen is our style icon.
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A Brief Guide to Casual Tailoring
Bespoke tailoring is often seen as very formal but did you know that King & Allen offer a range of different garments for casual-wear. From sports jackets and chinos, to coats and shirts, we can elevate your casual attire to the next level. Read on to find out more about how to create your casual look.
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Four Traditions to Revamp for LGBTQ Weddings
The wedding industry is steeped in heteronormative images, content and ideas. It can be difficult to navigate the wedding landscape if you're not sure which traditions you want to keep and which ones you want to ignore. We've put together a list of wedding traditions that you can either update or ditch for your wedding...
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Questions We Ask At Your Business Suit Consultation
At King & Allen, we have nearly 20 years experience creating business suits for our wide range of clients. Every one is different but we usually ask the same questions at every consultation. Read on to find out more...
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Our Spring Cloth Offer 2022
King & Allen have a fantastic, long-standing relationship with our favoured cloth merchant Holland & Sherry. They are the world-renowned supplier of some of the finest cloths in the world and we always love making suits from their wide range of beautiful, luxurious fabrics. This Spring, we are running a special offer, in conjunction with Holland & Sherry. You could get £100 off your next suit in one of the following fabric ranges...
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Bespoke Trousers
One of the aspects our clients love the most about the bespoke experience is the sheer breadth of options that are available for a suit. We've previously explored how it is these small details, such as the lining, that can really make your suit pop. But what about the trousers? Often overlooked, a well-fitted pair of trousers really brings together the entire look. Read on to find out about a few of the different choices available for your bespoke trousers...
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Women's Tailoring
You might be surprised to learn that not all tailors make suits for women. The tailoring industry has traditionally been very male-centric. The plurality of women's body shapes and the differences in construction methods have been cited as a reason for tailors not wanting to make female suits, with the added complexity being off-putting for a lot of businesses. At King & Allen, we've been making suits for women for over a decade and have honed and developed our offering. We asked our female staff what they loved most about working for a bespoke tailors and what their favourite piece of tailoring is.
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What is Hybrid Workwear?
There's no doubt about it, the pandemic has changed the way we dress for work. With a lot of companies adopting a hybrid approach, with some days spent working from home and others in the office, workers are adopting their own hybrid approach to dressing. This has meant a shift in people's attitudes to dressing, with comfort being a top priority. So what does this mean for business wear? We explore hybrid workwear and how you can make it work for you.
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Valentine's Day From Day To Evening
At King & Allen, we love the versatility of a suit. With Valentine's Day this month, we thought it would be a great opportunity to show you how to go from day to night, while keeping your tailoring sharp and your style on point. From mixing and matching jackets, to adapting a three-piece, there are so many options to keep you looking fresh and polished.
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Questions We Ask At Your Wedding Suit Consultation
At the first consultation, we'll have some questions for you so that we can make your perfect suit for your big day. Read on to find out the kind of questions we might ask at your consultation.
Weddings
Wedding Trends 2022
The wedding season for 2022 is upon us! We're so excited to make our clients their dream wedding suits. From extravagance, to weekend-long events, to speciality food and drink and the rise of the 'sequel wedding,' we take a look at some of our predictions for wedding trends in 2022.
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What is Dopamine Dressing?
At King & Allen, we are always interested in the psychological effects of our clothing and different ways of dressing, from sprezzatura to spezzato. So when we heard about so-called ‘dopamine dressing,’ we were immediately intrigued and set out to investigate it further.
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Veganuary 2022
There is no doubt about it. Veganism is thriving. Statistics from The Vegan Society show that the number of people choosing a plant-based diet quadrupled between 2014-2019. One of the ways in which people have discovered veganism is through Veganuary. Read on to find out more and take a look at our great offer on vegan suits this January!
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The King & Allen Christmas Gift List 2021
With Christmas fast approaching, take a look at our gift recommendations for the suit-lover in your life. From vouchers, to pocket squares, to cufflinks, you need look no further for the perfect Christmas present!
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How To Choose Your Suit Lining
The lining of the suit is often overlooked but, at King & Allen, this is often one of the most fun moments for our customers. 'The lining choice is a chance for you to show some flair,' says Jake Allen, 'even if your suit is quite plain, the lining can really liven it up and show off your individuality.' We've outlined some cloth and lining pairings below, to give you some inspiration for your next suit!
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Autumn/ Winter Trends 2021
Now the seasons have turned and autumn is in full swing, it's time to delve a little deeper into the upcoming trends of the next few months. Our linens and cottons are safely packed away and it’s now the perfect opportunity to look at what additions we can add to the wardrobe to get us through the cold winter months.
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