The SL Directory: Bespoke Ateliers

Founded by a female Irish tailor in 2019, Banshee of Savile Row is the only fully bespoke tailoring house for women on the famous street. Combining traditional fabrics with contemporary female tailoring, its team can create timeless, handcrafted garments. Also the first women’s tailoring house on Savile Row to show at London Fashion Week in 2021, it then became a member of the British Fashion Council in 2022. 

Visit BansheeOfSavileRow.com

With clients including Princess Diana, The Rolling Stones and Vivienne Westwood, Orhan London has established itself as premier bespoke tailoring house. Whether you’re after luxurious cashmere coats or timeless tweed suits, just book a consultation and a team member will guide you through all the mock-ups, fittings, all the way through to the final piece. 

Visit OrhanLondonTailoring.com

Specialising in suiting and tailoring, Lawton’s signature style combines the decadence of Hollywood cinema with 70s-inspired silhouettes. The bespoke process begins with a comprehensive consultation to understand your style preferences and requirements, moving onto sizing which is recorded in 17 steps to ensure exceptional quality and a flawless finish. 

Visit LawtonLtd.co.uk

While it might be known for bespoke menswear, Huntsman & Sons has also brought its timeless craftsmanship to bespoke womenswear. Describing bespoke tailoring as all about empowerment, the brand can accommodate every need – from classic suiting to modern resort wear. Advising on the latest technical fabrics and the most flattering styles, everything is crafted with a focus on comfort and attention to detail.

Visit HuntsmanSavileRow.com

Offering an extensive range of ready-to-wear within its bespoke atelier, Suzannah London is an independent boutique in Marylebone. Whether you’re looking for a unique wedding dress, a custom evening gown or a personalised occasion piece, the team will work closely with you to ensure every element is tailored to your preference. With a focus on sustainability, the brand’s ‘Forever Fashion’ programme also ensures complete transparency throughout the design process. 

Visit Suzannah.com

After gambling her final year tuition fees to set up Gormley & Gamble, Phoebe Gormley offers both made-to-measure and bespoke pieces for women. By sourcing fabrics from British, Scottish and Italian mills, the brand upholds the highest standards of craftsmanship – plus, its meticulous attention to detail includes added extras like elusive poppers to hide and secure bra fastenings and secret zips to prevent gaping for the perfect fit. 

Visit GormleyAndGamble.com

With over 20 years of tailoring experience, Dara has experience in crafting casual garments, wedding gowns and even haute couture pieces. Believing there’s no single universal style, she strives to create perfectly fitting garments to enhance the client's individuality and confidence. Roughly three to four fittings are required to perfect the garment, which typically takes between eight to 12 weeks to finish. But for special events with tight deadlines, the team will do their best to turn things around. 

Visit DaraFord.com