Bespoke Casual Wear & Tailored Separates
Beyond the Suit: Building a Versatile Wardrobe
Smart casual should never feel like a compromise. At Kale Bespoke, we apply the same principles of bespoke tailoring to casual clothing as we do to our formal garments, creating refined pieces that bring comfort, versatility and lasting style to everyday dressing.
Whether you're travelling, working, attending informal events or simply looking to elevate your wardrobe, our bespoke casual wear is designed around your lifestyle. From lightweight jackets and tailored trousers to bespoke shirts and seasonal separates, every garment is individually cut to your measurements, ensuring an exceptional fit that simply cannot be achieved with ready to wear clothing or standard made to measure garments.
Crafted in our London showroom using exceptional cloths sourced from many of the world's finest mills, each piece is designed to integrate effortlessly into your existing wardrobe while offering the flexibility to be worn throughout the seasons.
Casual Wear, Designed Around You
A well-balanced wardrobe is built on versatility. Rather than relying on matching suits for every occasion, bespoke separates allow you to combine jackets, trousers and shirts in countless ways, creating outfits that feel polished without appearing overly formal.
Our bespoke tailors work closely with every client to understand how they dress, where they travel and the occasions they need to dress for. Whether you're searching for the perfect navy jacket, beautifully cut cotton chinos, relaxed summer tailoring or an entire capsule wardrobe, every recommendation is tailored to you.
Seasonal fabrics play an equally important role. Linen, cotton, hopsack wool, wool, silk and linen blends provide breathability and texture during the warmer months, while flannel, cashmere, brushed cotton and corduroy bring warmth and depth as the seasons change. Every cloth is selected not only for its appearance, but also for how it performs in everyday wear.
Unlike traditional business suits, bespoke separates are designed to work independently. The combination of complementary colours, texture and proportion creates clothing that feels effortless, adaptable and distinctly personal.
A Guide To Bespoke Casual Dressing
Modern dress codes have become increasingly informal, yet choosing what to wear is often more complicated than ever. Business casual, smart casual and relaxed tailoring all leave room for interpretation, making fit, fabric and balance more important than strict rules.
Successful tailored separates begin with the right foundations. Softly constructed jackets pair naturally with bespoke trousers or chinos, while textured fabrics such as linen, hopsack, flannel and brushed cotton create a more relaxed appearance than traditional suiting cloths. By mixing complementary colours and textures, a relatively small collection of garments can produce an extensive range of outfits suitable for work, travel and social occasions alike.
Our bespoke tailoring process is designed to remove the uncertainty. Every consultation is centred around your existing wardrobe, personal style and lifestyle, allowing us to recommend fabrics, colours and combinations that work together naturally. The result is a wardrobe that offers greater flexibility, exceptional comfort and timeless style, without ever feeling over designed or trend led.
Every garment is individually drafted from a unique paper pattern and refined through a series of fittings to achieve an exceptional fit. Jackets are typically completed within eight to ten weeks, while bespoke trousers are usually ready a little sooner. Throughout the process, our London bespoke tailoring team remains on hand to guide you from your first consultation to the finished garment, delivering clothing that is made to last and a service that is personal from beginning to end.
Our Tailoring Options - Bespoke & Made to Measure
Bespoke Tailoring
Kale Bespoke we offer two types of tailored formalwear.
Our premium service is bespoke formalwear. All of our bespoke garments are cut and sewn under the supervisions of our Head Cutter, Jon DeBoise. You can read more about the bespoke process on our Bespoke Tailoring page.
Made to Measure Tailoring
Our made-to-measure formalwear is only available for dinner suits and tuxedos. This service delivers all of the quality, style, choice and service of our bespoke tailoring service, but as the made-to-measure process is less labour intensive and time consuming than the bespoke tailoring process, the pricing is more economical.
You can read more about the made-to-measure process on our Made to Measure Tailoring page.
Once you've invested in a tailored garment, it's important to make sure it reaches its full potential. A bespoke piece is crafted to last a lifetime, but without proper care, its longevity can be compromised. Thankfully, by following a few simple steps, you can maintain the distinctive shape and appearance of your garments for years to come, ensuring your business suit meets every expectation.
Formalwear Aftercare
Be sure to allow enough space in your wardrobe for your bespoke garments; overcrowding can cause them to become crushed and creased. High-quality wooden hangers with rounded ends and a subtle forward curve are ideal for preserving the shape of your jackets. For trousers, choose a hanger with a textured crossbar to prevent slipping and ensure they hang properly.
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One of the best ways to extend the life of your garments is to avoid wearing them too frequently. Ideally, allow your clothes time to rest and air out between wears. Rotating with other pieces will help maintain their durability and longevity.
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We recommend brushing your garment after each wear. This helps redistribute the natural oils in the fibres, creating a protective layer that repels dust and stains. Regular brushing also removes any dirt, dust, or food particles that may have clung to the fabric. Whenever possible, use a high-quality brush with natural bristles, as they are gentler on the garment than synthetic bristles, causing less wear and tear.
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Limit dry cleaning to once a year, as frequent cleaning can strip the protective oils from the fabric, shortening its lifespan. If more regular cleaning is needed, request that an experienced dry cleaner sponge and press your garment by hand. This method is gentler and helps maintain the garment's shape without flattening it.