@@AskOkeyInc What's unfortunate is that most grown man in the industry can't understand that times are changing and people are looking for up to date look that fits current standards of beauty and style. Just like when they were developing that English drape or American Sack style - they also criticized the outdated cuts that came before. You can of course choose to be stuck in a certain point in history but that doesn't mean everyone else is wrong, given the fact that we're living in 2020's, and not in 1930's. It's just nostalgia and inability/unwillingness to adapt, nothing more. Argument that you're making could as well be used for ancient Roman garments or any ethnic clothing anywhere in the world, promoting them as a pinnacle of fashion. Get over it.
@@yohatch you sound insecure about the fact that theres a difference between timeless elegance and your poor taste in fashion which changes with whatever your favorite rapper is wearing.
@@chelo4197 Timeless elegance? We know exactly when they style came into fashion, don't speak about "timeless". Fashion changes, always has, always will. There are no timeless pieces, everything has it's limited period of appeal. If you choose to wear a certain style, that's your choice, but making it a standard of style for entire world, for all cultures and all generations is simply nonsensical, egoistical and narrow-minded. I don't wear what my favorite artists are wearing. I wear what I like. I also don't make shallow judgements about someone's style and habits based on yt comments. I guess there are certain things English drape can't fix.
Excellent video Sir. I am a black American man that was around in the 80's during the, "Designer Jeans" era. I have an athletic build. I could not wear jeans from every designer. Many just were not cut for my build. It was during that time that I learned the lesson in your video. Same holds true for hair styles. Not everyone has the head shape, hair line, etc for every style. I'm forwarding this video to my son. He's 21 years old and finding his style. He loves to be well dressed, groomed and good smelling. I'm finding great value in your videos and I look forward to new ones. Your information is greatly appreciated and helpful. Please continue to put them out. God bless!
All very good observations and very well out sir Delighted to have you on board and of course look forward to having your son as well 😁 Thank you sir PROFF
The movement has begun and I'm here for it. As a young boy I would sit on my mother's lap as she pressed on the Singer paddle. Fashion is in my genes. With that said, I feel some sort of way about the Sack and Drape name attributed to American male designs. Surely you remember Willy Smith of Willy Wear fame who gave the world the deconstruction loose fitting suits and jackets. Bill Blass and Perry Ellis were other Americans making the roomier clothes because they concluded the average American is not a David or Adonis and needs room for his paunch belly. We learned that a man shouldn't wear clothes that either look like he couldn't afford enough fabric or like it's inherited from a far bigger parent or relative. So perhaps the middle ground is to have both. You have a follower here and keep up the great work. Just stood up for American designers and fit men who don't want to Drape and Sack.😊
I sell European cut ready mades and MTM. Really interesting to hear this breakdown. Thank you. We squeeze big guys into slim fits. Because that is what the market wants especially the wives. Your videos have made me realise we should offer a drape cut.
@@otorhora6537 Forget what the wives want... SHOW THEM that they're wrong. I'm sure that you know, we feel our best when we look our best... Of course everyone has a different build... It'd be wonderful if you could offer the three "standards"... A modern Slim style, a classic Drape style and the "traditional American" Sack style. Being RTR or MTM, they'd be fairly easy to modify slightly, to better suit each customer's body type. Cheers!
Thank you. I will share your channel with my son. I am a female in America and I hate the slim fit suits that are the current trend. Tne fit is too tight, too feminine, and leaves little to the imagination. I am embarrassed for men who I see dressed in that style because it looks so uncomfortable. Especially when they sit.
Finally, a man who understands how suits used to be cut. Think Gary Cooper, Cary Grant, Clark Gable and famous actors from the 20s, 30s, and 40s. Suits are meant to be elegant with proper handwork, not some form-fitting garment you see today. Trousers are meant to be cut high at the waist and fall onto the dress shoe or boot. That is proper draping of fabric. Can have suits made from amazing textile mills and you can't show off the fabric if the suit fits like athletic wear.
VERY WELL SAID 🙌🏾 I have a favorite saying … CLOTHES MUST BE ALLOWED TO MOVE. They should be able to DANCE IN THE WIND IF NECESSARY Welcome aboard Sir PROFF
This is not the first video from this channel and I watched and I am very impressed that you advocate and explain suits and bespoke tailoring, but without all the snobbishness of “oh you should only wear savile row suits as anything else is rubbish” Keep this up!
Sir, I'm not particularly interested in bespoke suits as of now, but I've seen the short video and your obvious expertise and masterful delivery drew me in nonetheless. Great video, you are a true professional. I also appreciate how interactive you are in the comments. Instant like & subscribe and I saved the video for future reference. Much success to you and the team! Best regards László
OHHH BLESS YOU Laszlo 🙌🏾 Thank you for your very kind and encouraging words. TRULY GRACIOUS of you Sir! A WARM Welcome to AskOkey. Look forward to this journey with you as my co-traveller PROFF
I first tried a bespoke suit as a final year student in 2012, in mysuru city, Karnataka, India. Now I want to go back to the same shop for more. But I have also loved the richness of knowledge here in your presentation and the depth of language. I am learning and thinking of investing myself into bespoke suits. God bless you sir.
how do you know so much? you are like a historian for suits and men's fashion. Like who teaches how fashion was from 100 years ago. cool channel man, and congrats on the partnership. you deserve it.
I haven’t seen this American “sack” look since the 90s when very prominent NBA stars took pride in their presentation. The suits definitely draped with shoulder pads. The general American look for the last 20 years has been more of the fitted slim cut. Younger men have even sported the skinny (too tight) look despite body type. The American Ivy League look is more British than you give it credit for. It’s not as sackish since the maybe the 70s. I think you’re basically on point with the other cuts that I can see. I have not yet been to Europe but I certainly look forward to doing so soon. Finding your channel has been a quite a pleasant surprise. Keep doing what you’re doing.
I've watched several of your shorts and a few of your long videos. Must say I've been looking at my wardrobe with a more critical eye. As I get older I wish to move away from my overly casual wardrobe to a much more " Mature" look. I've learned quite abit from your channel and believe I can use your knowledge when I upgrade my Wardrobe.
I don’t know how I’ve missed your channel. I love your practical advice, your attention to detail, the fact that you pay attention to “big men”, your understanding of the actual tailoring process-everything. Not to mention your personal style is absolutely regal. Thank you!
Thank you. I'm an older man, middle Height, don't fit ready made, can't afford tailored that does not suit me. You have made me understand why my choices don't work. High waisted. Draped coat. I had never heard of it. Ask for coat sleeves to be cut high under arms, I didn't even know you could do that. It's been a pleasure to find you.😊
Great video!! Love the valid criticism of tailor shops today. I will say that bigger and taller guys CAN wear closely fitted Italian suits but the tailor will need to know how to modify the base pattern to suit the proportions. This is what separates a good tailor from a great one.
Why is this so interesting, I literally never wear suits. Really cool video! Also glad to hear you address different body types as one of those 6'2 250 guys.
Yes! We've always referred to the English Drape suit as the "drapes." And speaking as an African-American, in my experience, not to mention my personal preference, even in the US, the English drape cut was and has always been the preferred cut, as opposed to the American sack look, which in my experience, is looked upon as less elegant than the English drape. I am looking forward to seeing more of your videos. I really appreciate your astute knowledge in the finer details of men's wear. Your is something that just can't be dressed enough!
Excellent point about the tailor being good at making the suit but few have an eye for design. I have had so many suits and jackets that are uncomfortable to wear even though it was made for me. Another point is that they are always in a such a hurry to move on to the next customer, that the process feels rushed.
I’ve said this many times Tim. And I wish it put on record … Many tailors are POOR ARCHITECTS but good ENGINEERS They have NO EYE for BALANCE, PROPORTION and SILHOUETTE These things are quite different from CUTTING and SEWING. On the contrary, I’ve seen many bespoke garments from Saville Row which fit quite well (good tailoring) but look horrible on the wearer PROFF
Hello Sir, I do appreciate your videos a lot, I had a couple of shorts recommended on my fyp, and I must say I haven't been disappointed. As a Cameroonian woman living in Cameroon, Bespoke garments are very out of reach for me but I like to think I'll own a couple in time. I do love suits and I've been investing in my wardrobe a lot over the years. I've been working with the same tailor for well over a decade now and the creation of one piece (whatever it may be) is usually a long wait period and an insane amount of backs and forths. Your videos are very insightful and I'm happy I came accross them because I'll be able to communicate with my tailor better. Ps. My tailor is a sweetheart, I love her because she always listens to me and she delivers always. Thank you so much. Best regards, Bei.
I was a slim suit guy when I was slim. Although that was nearly a decade ago. I’ve tried looking for a balance such as a semi loose style because like you said the slim fit really doesn’t lend itself well to thicker or muscular frames. That was my natural evolution because of experience but I believe you are spot on.
It occurred to me many young men don't know the basics, like how to tie a regular tie, let alone tie a bow tie. If they had a father in the house hold he did not know and so did not teach his son these basic things. You are doing a great service to young men who desire to represent themselves as cultured gentlemen.
I really like drape and fuller cuts, especially when it comes to how the trousers look. I’ve just always associated it with elegance so I often have trouble figuring out how to nail this tailoring style with casual wear.
BLESS YOU Ron Jeremy 🙌🏾 Please visit our Instagram Page @askokeyig Our RUclips is strictly for Video Tutorials and Educational Content Our Instagram has more lifestyle content with a greater variety of outfits Welcome aboard Ron 😁 PROFF
Ive been trying to look for the technicalities of the different cuts. And you sir just gave the best explanations out there. Drape cuts are soo elegant and those are what im looking so long for. Thank you my good sir. Will subscribe to your channel
I have known a suit like this had to exist. I have been searching for it not knowing its details. This seems to fit it. I really appreciate the cut. A moderate balance in the middle of the suit spectrum. I appreciate how it covers and is comfortable. Subscribed. Will be continuing to follow. Thank you for your work
An exceptionally well put together and thought out presentation , from the backround props , lighting choice of vocabulary well researched content and gracious delivery .This was both informative and a true pleasure to indulge..
Wonderful breakdown and excellently presented. Subscribed right away. So this must mean I'll be flying out to you then, from wherever I am in 3 months time. Looking forward to more of your content 🙌🏾
What a boss, even if I haven't thought of buying a suit in the near future, I'm so glad RUclips recomended me this channel. So interesting to hear a true master of his craft! Could you make a video on Hats please? Specially the "Sombrero de Paja Toquilla" which is from my country Ecuador.
Thank you for providing needed information regarding men's clothing styles and types of fabric and color coordinating. Love your offerings, much needed in all quarters! Bravo...
Just came across your video for the first time. Starting to get into Sartorial style and classic men clothing. This video has been greatly informative especially for beginners! Big support from Thailand 🇹🇭
Hello Okey, this is such a wonderful service that you are offering. However, i have lived in England for a number of years . My suits wrer made in London. All of my jackets had their pockets stitched shut. Since i had mored to Canada, i have continued the same. I found that the jacket keepes their shape. 20:09
I have seen many do the same. I personally can’t discard the (bad) habit of dumping my fists in my coat pocket Much like His Majesty Charles III 😅 Welcome aboard Ashton PROFF
Nothing but the best information as always!! Thank you so much 🙏 for your outlook on everyone is not built the same and you must get the correct cut for your body frame is extremely important. I played football 🏈 in Highschool and college so the thinner suits wouldn't fit a guy like me. My legs and shoulders are really large and wide. Everything with the Ask Okey suits would be a great fit for me. I have been watching his videos since day one and I have not gotten any bad advice!! This guy is my Tailor For Life on everything men dress suits and shoes etc!!
Thank you Sir for the valuable information. Every detail of your suit is on point. The slight beak of the pants cuff is Perfect! Flaps on the jacket pocket would seem like extra material.
Hang on wait, you have never worn a suit? Have you never been to court or a job interview or a wedding or a funeral or on a date or business meeting in your whole life?
I think you should have mentioned more about the paint. Suit pants should have either side adjusters or worn with brace. NO BELTS! I have mine made with a fish tail back so I can wear bracers.
As often is with things, the midway through can be the best of both worlds. I learnt that the drape cut is shaped like an Italian suit but as comfortable as an American and that is great indeed: after all, clothes have to be worn and fit the body otherwise it's a pain to use them for ceremonies and such 😂
The drape suit is shaped VERY differently than an Italian suit. It's almost the polar opposite it terms of structure and shape. The Drape cut uses structure, sufficient room and proportions to create shape around the body. The Italian cut conceals as little as possible, which is unflattering for most mens' physique.
Proff, can you make a video on buttons? Specifically on the jacket, so sleeve buttons (5 or 4 or 2) and whether kissing or regular buttons. And also on the jacket whether to go for three or 2?
Of course Mr Hamza, I’d be happy to pass on your request to our media planning team Personally, I recommend 4 sleeve buttons on all suits, double breasted coats, and formal garments (Dinner suit etc). And a SINGLE LARGE button on all sport coats Welcome to AskOkey Sir 😁 PROFF
@@mrhamzariaz I know most “Designers” go for the 5 Sleeve Button thing (like Gucci, Tom Ford etc) But in my opinion it’s unnecessary. 4 would do just fine … PROFF
@@AskOkeyInc It is this grey double breasted suit you are wearing in your building a tie wardrobe video. ruclips.net/video/Nr6fY359N88/видео.htmlsi=7tatPmbg1FayIfHx
So true about tailors putting down the suit you're wearing. Hair stylists do this too. "What shampoo do you use?... Oh dear, that's one of the worst ones."
I love the classic look of suits form the 40s 50s it looks so much better I believe the word for that is drape as the title says these suits you have look amazing I would love for a shop that sells suits cut like this in Australia
I do have to say, the American sack suit I picture is that of the No. 1 by Brooks Brothers. A 3pc, 3/2 soft coat. I think the pictures placed in the video for the sack suit are quite horrendous! 🤣 There's good sacks out there... 😝
Thank you Will. Our media team will do a great job next time in picking good examples. They may have “stretched the rubber” just to make a point 😅 PROFF
I happen to be 6 foot , 230lbs and saw your short and have for long struggled witth suits not being made for bodybuilder proportions. I will try to look for the drape cut!
I almost bought into the eur-con look. Thankfully, I found AskOkey before my Pini Parma trouser order shipped. 😂 Now making plans for AskOkey garments. The drape of your trousers is 'the masculine look' IMHO. Traditional, conservative and masculine is what I'm going for. PROFF I've learned so much in the last week, mainly about what I really want to look like when I want to look good.
@@sbnwnc OH Dear 😅 You’ve got me there I truly have no idea. I would approach any company that makes them and request a CUSTOM FIT. Usually this should be possible and would invite a “Surcharge” PROFF
Absolutely superb, interesting, and informative video! My preference order is the English, the sack and full (full sack? 😂), but not the European/Continental style (being built like the man described at around 13:00 mark). The description given of the English cut very accurately describes the fit of the highest quality 15th to 17th suit of Armour! Very appropriate for the English style! *As an aside, Oakey should be Dr. Who!*
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Fantastic that you're not shy of the full-cut trousers and the lengthier jacket. The drape this affords is pure elegance. Thank you!
TELL EM’ Sean 😁
It’s quite unfortunate most grown men have no idea what a tailored suit ought to look like
Welcome aboard
PROFF
@@AskOkeyInc What's unfortunate is that most grown man in the industry can't understand that times are changing and people are looking for up to date look that fits current standards of beauty and style. Just like when they were developing that English drape or American Sack style - they also criticized the outdated cuts that came before. You can of course choose to be stuck in a certain point in history but that doesn't mean everyone else is wrong, given the fact that we're living in 2020's, and not in 1930's. It's just nostalgia and inability/unwillingness to adapt, nothing more. Argument that you're making could as well be used for ancient Roman garments or any ethnic clothing anywhere in the world, promoting them as a pinnacle of fashion. Get over it.
@@yohatch you sound insecure about the fact that theres a difference between timeless elegance and your poor taste in fashion which changes with whatever your favorite rapper is wearing.
@@chelo4197 Timeless elegance? We know exactly when they style came into fashion, don't speak about "timeless". Fashion changes, always has, always will. There are no timeless pieces, everything has it's limited period of appeal. If you choose to wear a certain style, that's your choice, but making it a standard of style for entire world, for all cultures and all generations is simply nonsensical, egoistical and narrow-minded. I don't wear what my favorite artists are wearing. I wear what I like. I also don't make shallow judgements about someone's style and habits based on yt comments. I guess there are certain things English drape can't fix.
@@yohatchwell said. The problem with drape is that it simply looks bad, even if it is of the highest quality.
Excellent video Sir. I am a black American man that was around in the 80's during the, "Designer Jeans" era. I have an athletic build. I could not wear jeans from every designer. Many just were not cut for my build. It was during that time that I learned the lesson in your video. Same holds true for hair styles. Not everyone has the head shape, hair line, etc for every style. I'm forwarding this video to my son. He's 21 years old and finding his style. He loves to be well dressed, groomed and good smelling. I'm finding great value in your videos and I look forward to new ones. Your information is greatly appreciated and helpful. Please continue to put them out. God bless!
All very good observations and very well out sir
Delighted to have you on board and of course look forward to having your son as well 😁
Thank you sir
PROFF
What kind of price are we looking at I like the full look suit shirt tie shoes and hat can you do a video on that I live in Florida
@@wilburhunter8124 Wilbur, pls have a look
www.AskOkey.com/shop
PROFF
real g
I love how you've got our backs! Warning us about tailors psychological tricks, instead of using them on us! That's big of you.
Just sharing information, that’s all.
PROFF
The movement has begun and I'm here for it. As a young boy I would sit on my mother's lap as she pressed on the Singer paddle. Fashion is in my genes. With that said, I feel some sort of way about the Sack and Drape name attributed to American male designs. Surely you remember Willy Smith of Willy Wear fame who gave the world the deconstruction loose fitting suits and jackets. Bill Blass and Perry Ellis were other Americans making the roomier clothes because they concluded the average American is not a David or Adonis and needs room for his paunch belly. We learned that a man shouldn't wear clothes that either look like he couldn't afford enough fabric or like it's inherited from a far bigger parent or relative. So perhaps the middle ground is to have both. You have a follower here and keep up the great work. Just stood up for American designers and fit men who don't want to Drape and Sack.😊
Thank you Steady for the beautiful story 😁
A very warm welcome to AskOkey 🔥
I sell European cut ready mades and MTM. Really interesting to hear this breakdown. Thank you. We squeeze big guys into slim fits. Because that is what the market wants especially the wives. Your videos have made me realise we should offer a drape cut.
@@otorhora6537
Forget what the wives want... SHOW THEM that they're wrong.
I'm sure that you know, we feel our best when we look our best...
Of course everyone has a different build... It'd be wonderful if you could offer the three "standards"... A modern Slim style, a classic Drape style and the "traditional American" Sack style.
Being RTR or MTM, they'd be fairly easy to modify slightly, to better suit each customer's body type.
Cheers!
There you go Oto 🙌🏾
Welcome aboard
PROFF
@@slicksnewonenowvery well said Slicks 🙌🏾
PROFF
Thank you. I will share your channel with my son. I am a female in America and I hate the slim fit suits that are the current trend. Tne fit is too tight, too feminine, and leaves little to the imagination. I am embarrassed for men who I see dressed in that style because it looks so uncomfortable. Especially when they sit.
@@mellowseller9762 please do share my dearest 😁
And welcome aboard
PROFF
Finally, a man who understands how suits used to be cut. Think Gary Cooper, Cary Grant, Clark Gable and famous actors from the 20s, 30s, and 40s. Suits are meant to be elegant with proper handwork, not some form-fitting garment you see today. Trousers are meant to be cut high at the waist and fall onto the dress shoe or boot. That is proper draping of fabric. Can have suits made from amazing textile mills and you can't show off the fabric if the suit fits like athletic wear.
VERY WELL SAID 🙌🏾
I have a favorite saying …
CLOTHES MUST BE ALLOWED TO MOVE.
They should be able to DANCE IN THE WIND IF NECESSARY
Welcome aboard Sir
PROFF
Someone once described the film North by Northwest as "A grey glen plaid suit makes it's way across America with Cary Grant in it."
@@Tmanaz480 Never heard that expression Manaz 😁
Welcome aboard once again
PROFF
@@Tmanaz480 exactly... I've always felt that suit was the true star of 'North by Northwest'. Cary carried it well.
This is not the first video from this channel and I watched and I am very impressed that you advocate and explain suits and bespoke tailoring, but without all the snobbishness of “oh you should only wear savile row suits as anything else is rubbish”
Keep this up!
Thank you Pierzak 😁
And a warm welcome aboard sir
PROFF
Sir,
I'm not particularly interested in bespoke suits as of now, but I've seen the short video and your obvious expertise and masterful delivery drew me in nonetheless. Great video, you are a true professional. I also appreciate how interactive you are in the comments. Instant like & subscribe and I saved the video for future reference. Much success to you and the team!
Best regards
László
OHHH BLESS YOU Laszlo 🙌🏾
Thank you for your very kind and encouraging words. TRULY GRACIOUS of you Sir!
A WARM Welcome to AskOkey. Look forward to this journey with you as my co-traveller
PROFF
I first tried a bespoke suit as a final year student in 2012, in mysuru city, Karnataka, India. Now I want to go back to the same shop for more. But I have also loved the richness of knowledge here in your presentation and the depth of language. I am learning and thinking of investing myself into bespoke suits. God bless you sir.
Thank you and welcome aboard Wafi 🔥
PROFF
how do you know so much? you are like a historian for suits and men's fashion. Like who teaches how fashion was from 100 years ago. cool channel man, and congrats on the partnership. you deserve it.
WOW! Thank you Elite 😅
I’ve learned just from personal interest and curiosity
I have no formal training on tailoring
PROFF
I haven’t seen this American “sack” look since the 90s when very prominent NBA stars took pride in their presentation. The suits definitely draped with shoulder pads. The general American look for the last 20 years has been more of the fitted slim cut. Younger men have even sported the skinny (too tight) look despite body type.
The American Ivy League look is more British than you give it credit for. It’s not as sackish since the maybe the 70s.
I think you’re basically on point with the other cuts that I can see. I have not yet been to Europe but I certainly look forward to doing so soon. Finding your channel has been a quite a pleasant surprise. Keep doing what you’re doing.
@@deeerv4905 All very well stated Dee 🙌🏾
Welocme aboard sir
I agree.
@@mellimel1174 Welclme Melli 😁
I've watched several of your shorts and a few of your long videos. Must say I've been looking at my wardrobe with a more critical eye. As I get older I wish to move away from my overly casual wardrobe to a much more " Mature" look. I've learned quite abit from your channel and believe I can use your knowledge when I upgrade my Wardrobe.
Very delightful to hear Tudrego 😁
Please do stick around. Lots more to come
PROFF
I don’t know how I’ve missed your channel. I love your practical advice, your attention to detail, the fact that you pay attention to “big men”, your understanding of the actual tailoring process-everything. Not to mention your personal style is absolutely regal.
Thank you!
OH BLESS YOU Ross 🙌🏾
Thank you and a warm welcome
PROFF
Thank you. I'm an older man, middle Height, don't fit ready made, can't afford tailored that does not suit me. You have made me understand why my choices don't work. High waisted. Draped coat. I had never heard of it. Ask for coat sleeves to be cut high under arms, I didn't even know you could do that. It's been a pleasure to find you.😊
With great pleasure Old Lifter 😁
Welcome aboard sir
PROFF
The 6'3 250lbs wanting to look like a runway model comment hit me lol! Love the video!
Indeed Cholax 😅
Welcome aboard
PROFF
Nice to hear someone with an informed opinion on bespoke.
Thank you and welcome aboard
PROFF
It’s really a delight to hear a true expert on this art.
Hats off.
Greetings from Bogota 🇨🇴
Gracias Senor Jupa 🙌🏾
So delightful to have a representative from Colombia 🇨🇴 on here at AskOkey 😁
Welcome aboard Senor
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Absolute master of his craft! Best regards from Serbia! 🇷🇸♥️
THANK YOU Sir 🙌🏾
I hope to visit Belgrade soon for my annual Rakia restock 😁
Welcome to AskOkey Sir
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Kosovo je serbia
@@bryanalexander2508 Thank you Bryan 😁
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Great video!! Love the valid criticism of tailor shops today. I will say that bigger and taller guys CAN wear closely fitted Italian suits but the tailor will need to know how to modify the base pattern to suit the proportions. This is what separates a good tailor from a great one.
If you’re a BIGGER fellow, Why not just go for a generous CUT rather than play “hide and seek” with the body line?
Why is this so interesting, I literally never wear suits. Really cool video! Also glad to hear you address different body types as one of those 6'2 250 guys.
Of course 😁
Thank you Amazing Awesomeness
PROFF
Yes! We've always referred to the English Drape suit as the "drapes." And speaking as an African-American, in my experience, not to mention my personal preference, even in the US, the English drape cut was and has always been the preferred cut, as opposed to the American sack look, which in my experience, is looked upon as less elegant than the English drape. I am looking forward to seeing more of your videos. I really appreciate your astute knowledge in the finer details of men's wear. Your is something that just can't be dressed enough!
You have an amazing way of explaining, I would truly trust you as my tailor.
Thank you David. You are welcome to commission a bespoke suit with us. Visit our website, www.askokey.com/shop or drop us an email at info@askokey.com
I've sharing this with 5 gentleman friends & 2 cousins thank you Sir I am learning exponentially ❣
OH BLESS YOU Jill 🙌🏾🔥
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Excellent point about the tailor being good at making the suit but few have an eye for design.
I have had so many suits and jackets that are uncomfortable to wear even though it was made for me.
Another point is that they are always in a such a hurry to move on to the next customer, that the process feels rushed.
I’ve said this many times Tim. And I wish it put on record …
Many tailors are POOR ARCHITECTS but good ENGINEERS
They have NO EYE for BALANCE, PROPORTION and SILHOUETTE
These things are quite different from CUTTING and SEWING.
On the contrary, I’ve seen many bespoke garments from Saville Row which fit quite well (good tailoring) but look horrible on the wearer
PROFF
I'm glad I found your channel! I'm 66 yrs. old, in great shape, and I want to do a new thing with my wardrobe. Thank you so much!
@@curtisking8543 With great pleasure Curtis 🙏🏾
Welcome aboard sir
Fascinating. "English Drape Cut". I'll have to remember this. Much obliged, good sir
Of course Walter 😁
Welcome aboard
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what a stylish gentleman! thank you!
Thank you Slav 💯
Excellent video @AskOkey and very informative . I’m here from the RUclips Shorts and now I’m hooked. Subscribed !!!
Thank you Muk.
Hello Sir,
I do appreciate your videos a lot, I had a couple of shorts recommended on my fyp, and I must say I haven't been disappointed.
As a Cameroonian woman living in Cameroon, Bespoke garments are very out of reach for me but I like to think I'll own a couple in time.
I do love suits and I've been investing in my wardrobe a lot over the years. I've been working with the same tailor for well over a decade now and the creation of one piece (whatever it may be) is usually a long wait period and an insane amount of backs and forths. Your videos are very insightful and I'm happy I came accross them because I'll be able to communicate with my tailor better.
Ps. My tailor is a sweetheart, I love her because she always listens to me and she delivers always.
Thank you so much.
Best regards,
Bei.
Very kind of you Bei 🔥
Thank you and a warm welcome to AskOkey
PROFF
I was a slim suit guy when I was slim. Although that was nearly a decade ago. I’ve tried looking for a balance such as a semi loose style because like you said the slim fit really doesn’t lend itself well to thicker or muscular frames. That was my natural evolution because of experience but I believe you are spot on.
ABSOLUTELY David 💯
Nothing wrong with slim suits but be sure it’s suited to your frame
It occurred to me many young men don't know the basics, like how to tie a regular tie, let alone tie a bow tie. If they had a father in the house hold he did not know and so did not teach his son these basic things. You are doing a great service to young men who desire to represent themselves as cultured gentlemen.
We’re saving them one man at a time Sage 😁
I really like drape and fuller cuts, especially when it comes to how the trousers look. I’ve just always associated it with elegance so I often have trouble figuring out how to nail this tailoring style with casual wear.
ABSOLUTELY Christophe 🔥
Most men grapple with fit. They mistake tight clothes for fit
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Impeccable Style! I'd love to see a video of you just showing diffrent outfits. Greetings from Switzerland!
BLESS YOU Ron Jeremy 🙌🏾
Please visit our Instagram Page @askokeyig
Our RUclips is strictly for Video Tutorials and Educational Content
Our Instagram has more lifestyle content with a greater variety of outfits
Welcome aboard Ron 😁
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Ive been trying to look for the technicalities of the different cuts. And you sir just gave the best explanations out there. Drape cuts are soo elegant and those are what im looking so long for. Thank you my good sir. Will subscribe to your channel
Very well said Albert 🙌🏾
Thank you and a warm welcome to AskOkey
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You're the smartest, most elegant person i have ever seen. Love that suit. Pure style and class. Wish you were UK based.
@@NB-xq4qt Thank you NB
We are based EVERYWHERE
www.AskOkey.com/shop
A1 Content! One of the many reasons I'm subscribed. Keep the knowledge flowing sir.
OF COURSE Mr. Fluellen 💯
You’re welcome Sir 🙌🏾
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A real sartorial maven, you know your onions brother. Salute 🎩
Thank you Attoe and welcome to AskOkey 😁
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I really enjoyed this video and have subscribed. It was great to hear someone properly explain the cuts for the suits. I will keep following him.
Thank you Mark 😁
Welcome aboard
Thank you for a very in depth explanation as opposed to the more superficial clips I've witnessed. Congratulations to you Sir !
@@jacquesmartin9741 Welcome aboard Jacques 😁
I love this guy's deliberate nature,well-spoken presentation, not to mention his taste.
Thank you Pastor Brian 😁
Welcome aboard Sir 🙌🏾
I have known a suit like this had to exist. I have been searching for it not knowing its details. This seems to fit it. I really appreciate the cut. A moderate balance in the middle of the suit spectrum. I appreciate how it covers and is comfortable. Subscribed. Will be continuing to follow. Thank you for your work
Thank you Tampa 😁
A warm welcome aboard 🔥
An exceptionally well put together and thought out presentation , from the backround props , lighting choice of vocabulary well researched content and gracious delivery .This was both informative and a true pleasure to indulge..
Thank you Mike for your kind words. Do check out our other videos.
The gray that you're wearing is perfect for business. I will always prefer the drape.
@@roderickpayne4898 That’s the way to go Roderick 🔥
Wonderful breakdown and excellently presented. Subscribed right away. So this must mean I'll be flying out to you then, from wherever I am in 3 months time. Looking forward to more of your content 🙌🏾
A very warm welcome aboard I Rise Nation 🔥
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What a boss, even if I haven't thought of buying a suit in the near future, I'm so glad RUclips recomended me this channel. So interesting to hear a true master of his craft!
Could you make a video on Hats please? Specially the "Sombrero de Paja Toquilla" which is from my country Ecuador.
OH BLESS YOU Sir 😁
Of course we have SEVERAL VIDEOS on hats. Please look through the channel archives
Welcome aboard Axonn 🙌🏾
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Another video from the Professor! A Happy Sunday indeed! 😊
You know we ALWAYS COME PREPARED Sir Yaq 😁
Thank you Sir!
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Thank you for providing needed information regarding men's clothing styles and types of fabric and color coordinating. Love your offerings, much needed in all quarters! Bravo...
Of course Tim, you’re very welcome sir 🙌🏾
I'm a beginner dapper fashion fan. I'm from Europe, but i have always liked american sack suits more, they're extremely comfortable.
@@Casualnpc00 AGREED 💯
I agree.
Too many trying to wear the so called European slim fit suit.
The cut of suit that you are wearing is a classic look.
Prof is a real teacher😁😁😁😁
You don't know when you get absorbed.
Happy to know the difference between full drape and sack
Loving the content, keep it up!
BLESS YOU Max 🙌🏾
A Very Warm Welcome to AskOkey Sir 😁
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Excellent presentation of men's formal dress wear!👍
Thank you Largo 🔥
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From an Italian viewer: Bravissimo!
Grazi Maxi 🔥
Buona Giornata and welcome to AskOkey 🙌🏾
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Very good teacher 💪🏽
Thank you CHAMP 🔥
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Thank brother you for your teaching, and I will continue to learn from you.
❤
With great pleasure James 🔥
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An excellent video! I wasn’t aware of the differences, but I can tell you your style sure appeals.
@@shaffer4220 Thank you and welcome aboard 😁
Fantastic! Thank you for the instruction
Of course Caio 😁
Welcome aboard
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Very informative thank you 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Just came across your video for the first time. Starting to get into Sartorial style and classic men clothing. This video has been greatly informative especially for beginners! Big support from Thailand 🇹🇭
With great pleasure Sir!
Thank you Tonnow and a warm welcome to AskOkey 😁
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Thanks for sharing your knowledge.
Hello Okey, this is such a wonderful service that you are offering. However, i have lived in England for a number of years . My suits wrer made in London. All of my jackets had their pockets stitched shut. Since i had mored to Canada, i have continued the same. I found that the jacket keepes their shape. 20:09
I have seen many do the same. I personally can’t discard the (bad) habit of dumping my fists in my coat pocket
Much like His Majesty Charles III 😅
Welcome aboard Ashton
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Nothing but the best information as always!! Thank you so much 🙏 for your outlook on everyone is not built the same and you must get the correct cut for your body frame is extremely important. I played football 🏈 in Highschool and college so the thinner suits wouldn't fit a guy like me. My legs and shoulders are really large and wide. Everything with the Ask Okey suits would be a great fit for me. I have been watching his videos since day one and I have not gotten any bad advice!! This guy is my Tailor For Life on everything men dress suits and shoes etc!!
That is a beautiful suit. I particularly like how the wide lapels flow down from the collar
THANK YOU Bloguerista 🙌🏾
Welcome aboard 🔥
Thanks for this informing video, I will be looking forward to have one your english drape suits one day.
Looking forward likewise Kamran 😁
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Excellent presentation by an obvious professional!
BLESS YOU Aziz 🙌🏾
And welcome once again to AskOkey 😁
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Thank you Sir for the valuable information. Every detail of your suit is on point. The slight beak of the pants cuff is Perfect! Flaps on the jacket pocket would seem like extra material.
Have never worn a suit but enjoy videos about them.
Thanks for all the great lessons.😊
With great pleasure Trucker 🙌🏾
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Hang on wait, you have never worn a suit?
Have you never been to court or a job interview or a wedding or a funeral or on a date or business meeting in your whole life?
@@moorshound3243 I am an Indian, Suits are not common here.
Truly appreciate the explanations behind the various cuts of suits.
Of course Tom
Welcome sir 😁
Dressing properly is truly an art form, especially, if it is done consciously.
Great video / narration. Congrats on a stylish suit!
Thank you Phil 🙌🏾
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You look so elegant. Perfect. Learn something new today. Thank you so much.
You’re welcome Iskan 😁
Welcome aboard
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I don't like his baggy style, but he knows his stuff. Strong voice! Good stuff.
Thank you Alex 😁
Welcome aboard
Love the look of the product. Glad I found your channel. Keep up the great work Professor.
Of course Albert 🔥
Thank you and welcome aboard 😁
Awesome presentation. Now I know 3 the basic suit types & why suits don’t fit me right.
There you go DE 😁
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Love the style and the cut,,, and just the overall look,,,, of a traditional suit,,(very sophisticated) 🎩👍🏽
I think you should have mentioned more about the paint. Suit pants should have either side adjusters or worn with brace. NO BELTS! I have mine made with a fish tail back so I can wear bracers.
@@walterfoyt5985 I wholly agree Walter
As often is with things, the midway through can be the best of both worlds. I learnt that the drape cut is shaped like an Italian suit but as comfortable as an American and that is great indeed: after all, clothes have to be worn and fit the body otherwise it's a pain to use them for ceremonies and such 😂
The drape suit is shaped VERY differently than an Italian suit. It's almost the polar opposite it terms of structure and shape.
The Drape cut uses structure, sufficient room and proportions to create shape around the body.
The Italian cut conceals as little as possible, which is unflattering for most mens' physique.
I love that style of suits!!!
Thank you Kenneth 🔥
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Now this Man is a Vibe and a half
Incredible work
Love the drape look and french taped.
Thank you Traffica
And a warm welcome to AskOkey 😁
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I’m not into men’s formal wear but this video was fantastic.
Thank you Straw 🙌🏾
Welcome aboard
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Proff, can you make a video on buttons? Specifically on the jacket, so sleeve buttons (5 or 4 or 2) and whether kissing or regular buttons. And also on the jacket whether to go for three or 2?
Of course Mr Hamza, I’d be happy to pass on your request to our media planning team
Personally, I recommend 4 sleeve buttons on all suits, double breasted coats, and formal garments (Dinner suit etc).
And a SINGLE LARGE button on all sport coats
Welcome to AskOkey Sir 😁
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@@AskOkeyInc I’ve seen a jacket of yours that had 5 sleeve kissing buttons. When should one go for 5 buttons? Is it a mistake to do so?
@@mrhamzariaz Hamza, could you please point me to the specific video/photo?
I honestly have no recollection 😅
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@@mrhamzariaz I know most “Designers” go for the 5 Sleeve Button thing (like Gucci, Tom Ford etc)
But in my opinion it’s unnecessary. 4 would do just fine …
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@@AskOkeyInc It is this grey double breasted suit you are wearing in your building a tie wardrobe video.
ruclips.net/video/Nr6fY359N88/видео.htmlsi=7tatPmbg1FayIfHx
So true about tailors putting down the suit you're wearing. Hair stylists do this too. "What shampoo do you use?... Oh dear, that's one of the worst ones."
You know it Manaz 😅
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I really do enjoy and appreciate these lessons on mens suit designs and styles.
You’re welcome Purple swan 🔥
I love the classic look of suits form the 40s 50s it looks so much better I believe the word for that is drape as the title says these suits you have look amazing I would love for a shop that sells suits cut like this in Australia
Very well said Krypton 💯
Well aboard
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I do have to say, the American sack suit I picture is that of the No. 1 by Brooks Brothers. A 3pc, 3/2 soft coat. I think the pictures placed in the video for the sack suit are quite horrendous! 🤣 There's good sacks out there... 😝
Thank you Will.
Our media team will do a great job next time in picking good examples. They may have “stretched the rubber” just to make a point 😅
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Yeah, the pic at about 3:45 is not American sack but early 90s Armani.
I happen to be 6 foot , 230lbs and saw your short and have for long struggled witth suits not being made for bodybuilder proportions. I will try to look for the drape cut!
You should Bjorn
You’ll never look back 💯
Thank you for this video. I had no idea of the intricacies of tailoring.
There you go Top gun 🔥
Welcome aboard
English, all day🎉
There you go Alex 😁
It is important to know what tailoring suits your body type
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I almost bought into the eur-con look. Thankfully, I found AskOkey before my Pini Parma trouser order shipped. 😂 Now making plans for AskOkey garments. The drape of your trousers is 'the masculine look' IMHO. Traditional, conservative and masculine is what I'm going for. PROFF I've learned so much in the last week, mainly about what I really want to look like when I want to look good.
Perfectly well said Dworak 🙌🏾
Thank you for discovering AskOkey and please do not hesitate to ask our guidance in your choice(s)
Best wishes
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@@AskOkeyIncHey Professor, do you know where one would go to get a bespoke judicial robe? I am looking for something very simple.
@@sbnwnc OH Dear 😅 You’ve got me there
I truly have no idea. I would approach any company that makes them and request a CUSTOM FIT.
Usually this should be possible and would invite a “Surcharge”
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@@AskOkeyInc I'll check it out, thanks!
@@sbnwnc you’re welcome sir!
Absolutely superb, interesting, and informative video!
My preference order is the English, the sack and full (full sack? 😂), but not the European/Continental style (being built like the man described at around 13:00 mark). The description given of the English cut very accurately describes the fit of the highest quality 15th to 17th suit of Armour! Very appropriate for the English style!
*As an aside, Oakey should be Dr. Who!*
Very well said PhD 😅
Okey should be Dr. Bond. James Bond 🔥
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This channel randomly appeared on my RUclips shorts and now I cant stop watching them 🙌
I can listen to this guy all day... ASMR effect activated.
Let’s keep listening 😅
Excellent video Sir. Thank you!. From Brazil.
Obrigado Senhor 😁
Welcome aboard
You should do a video on the other styles of British suits, comparing the drape suit to e.g. more structured styles
In due time Christian 😁
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Thank you for dropping such great knowledge, sir. You are a legend!
With great pleasure 🙌🏾
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Excellent 👍 thanks
Thank you Samir 🔥
Welcome aboard
King of drape in the house!
YES SIR 🙌🏾
Welcome aboard Pineapple 🔥
I love your Videos sir! Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge ❤
@@SuperFirstandonly With great pleasure Thomas 🙌🏾