Ladies’ Bespoke
Welcome to City Tailors services
Bespoke Coats
Bespoke & Made-to-Measure Coats
A great coat is more than outerwear-it’s an investment in style, comfort, and confidence. It should sit cleanly on your shoulders, move with you effortlessly, and look perfectly balanced over everything you wear.
At City Tailors, we offer two paths to your ideal coat: Made-to-Measure and True Bespoke.
Made-to-Measure: Tailoring a Signature Style
If you have a style in mind-a classic trench, a structured wool coat, or a relaxed wrap-our made-to-measure service is the perfect choice.
We start with a trusted base pattern and tailor every detail to your measurements and lifestyle. Through a series of fittings, we refine the shoulder line, sleeve length, and overall balance to create a coat that fits you flawlessly and feels made just for you.
True Bespoke: Designing from the Ground Up
For a coat that is entirely unique-with custom lines, personal details, or unconventional tailoring-our true bespoke service begins with your vision.
We draft a pattern from scratch, designed exclusively around your posture, proportions, and preferences.
This is true couture craftsmanship, perfect for statement pieces, heirloom-quality coats, or designs that can’t be found anywhere else.
Our Coat Services
- Bespoke & Made-to-Measure Coat Design
- Fabric Sourcing & Personalised Guidance
- Custom Linings, Buttons & Finishing Details
- Single-Breasted & Double-Breasted Styles
- Classic, Contemporary & Statement Silhouettes
- Winter Coats, Trenches & Lightweight Options
- Silk & Satin Occasion Coats
What Makes Our Coats Special
- Personalised Fit: Tailored precisely to your individual measurements and posture.
- Custom Pattern: A unique pattern developed exclusively for your silhouette.
- Fabric & Detail Selection: Choose from classic wools, luxurious cashmeres, textured tweeds, and elegant silks-along with linings, buttons, and finishing touches.
- Balanced Design: Proportioned to enhance your shape, whether you prefer a structured winter coat or a lightweight transitional style.
- Practical Elegance: Designed to be beautiful, comfortable, and durable for everyday wear.
How It Works
- Consultation: We discuss style, length, fabric, and how you’ll wear your coat.
- Measurements & Pattern Development: Precise measurements are taken to create your personal pattern.
- Toile Fitting (Bespoke): A trial version in cotton allows us to perfect shape and structure before cutting into your chosen fabric.
- Refinement Fittings: We refine sleeve pitch, shoulder line, and overall balance.
- Final Crafting: Your coat is meticulously constructed with quality internal finishing.
What to Expect
We’ll guide you through every decision-from fabric to fit-and confirm timelines upfront so you know exactly what to expect.
Whether you’re looking for a practical everyday coat or a show-stopping occasion piece, we’ll work with you to create something timeless, comfortable, and uniquely yours.
Typical starting prices
Starting prices include fabric from our standard ranges. If you’d like to use your own fabric, we can - we’ll confirm suitability and adjust the quote accordingly.
Final quotes depend on style, construction, and finishing.
| Service | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
|
Made-to-measure coat (simple) |
from £1,250 |
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Structured or fully canvassed coat |
from £1,750 |
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True bespoke coat (pattern drafted from scratch) |
from £2,250 |
|
Coat remake / using an existing coat as reference |
from £950 |
Available in Bath & Brighton
We offer in-person fittings at both branches. Walk-ins are welcome, but booking is the easiest way to make sure a tailor is ready for an unhurried consultation and fitting.
Brighton (North Street): Wedding suits, business tailoring and sharp modern fits – ideal if you want a suit that looks clean and contemporary.
Bath (Milsom Street): Refined, classic tailoring and finishing – ideal for formal suits and heritage venues.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to choose fabric first?
A: Not necessarily – we can advise at consultation and help you choose based on warmth, drape, and durability.
Can you make a coat to fit over thick jumpers?
A: Yes – we build the fit around how you’ll actually wear it.
How many fittings are involved?
A: Usually 2-3, but it depends on structure and complexity.
Can you add special finishing details?
A: Yes – we can discuss hand finishing, lining upgrades, and design details.
How long does a bespoke coat take to make?
A: Timelines vary depending on design and fabric, but most bespoke coats require 10-12 weeks with fittings included.
Do you make coats for occasions?
A: Yes. We make coats for weddings and occasions, using silk, satin or other material of your choice, to match your outfit and style.
Book a Made-to-Measure Dress Consultation
Bring inspiration photos (or a favourite dress) and we’ll talk design, fabric, fit, and starting prices.
