London Made To Measure Tailoring For Sale

Business description

After working for the owners of this business for several years, both of the partners decided to buy the company when the opportunity arose. This was the start of a successful partnership that has enabled the company to achieve ever greater levels of profitability. Success of course breeds change, and having achieved this success it has opened other avenues and opportunities for both owners. One has significant opportunities abroad, while the other has fantastic offers in the industry he came from. This has led the partners to the painful decision to sell this business, even though it still has tremendous growth ahead for the foreseeable future.

Based on the belief that most City professionals are too busy working and travelling to have the time to look after their clothing needs adequately, the business offers a tremendous solution to the problem; stay at work and continue working and we’ll come to you! Not only that but they’ll tailor the sartorial requirements of their individual clients at prices which reflect the high quality of the garments and flawless service, without the premium of expensive premises in Savile Row or similar costly addresses.

The service is visiting City Gents at work where they are measured for their current needs, whatever they may be, from the extensive ranges offered of Suits, Shirts, Coats or Shoes. In fact everything required for wear in the office, for the weekend, country sports or special occasions, all will be tailored to fit exactly. Orders are then despatched to the United States for manufacture and returned to the UK. Once received there is a second visit when garments are tried on for fit and if necessary, adjustment. If no adjustment is required this completes this purchase, if adjustments are needed they are marked there and then, taken away and returned for final fit and completion. An elegant but simple solution to the pressing time problem of busy workers, that is also superb and highly profitable at the same time. The company always works hard to ensure the whole experience is both relaxing and highly enjoyable to their clients, one that they frequently choose to repeat again and again.

Their aim is always to solve problems for clients by creating the garments that are right for their own particular lifestyle. They’ll suggest items that will look good on them, and will politely advise against those that won’t. All fittings are done in person and a permanent record kept of any alterations to individual patterns, so each time an order is received it gets quicker and easier for the client with far less hassle than constantly travelling to and visiting a shop, themselves.

As suits frequently form the single biggest investment in a man’s wardrobe, it’s important that when they buy it, they know that they’re getting exactly what they want. Preferences differ from client to client, and could be anything from the cut, pocket configuration and style to the small personal touches like hand-stitched lapels or a bold and brilliant lining. All suits are made using the traditional fully hand-basted canvas method, or the more modern “fused” process, by experienced cutters and master tailors using cloths woven in England and Italy.
Shirts are English-made, (a rarity in itself today) and bespoke, with no minimum order. Again the client’s pattern is kept along with any record of alterations to make future re-ordering even easier. For those wanting shoes, the cobbler is a fourth generation family-owned Northamptonshire based firm. All their shoes are fully Goodyear welted – the soles are stitched to the shoe – which allows for resoling, and are available in half-sizes and different width fittings.

For casual or weekend wear are sourced some wonderful Blazer and Sports Jacket fabrics, including traditional Scottish Tweeds and luxurious cashmeres. Selections can also be made from over one hundred English-made horn or metal buttons, including traditional insignia and crests, or even client’s own design. Similarly, Trousers can be made exactly the way the client wants them. They can select from a choice of over 200 cottons, cords, moleskins and flannels.

With so many options and ranges the potential and growth opportunities for this business are tremendous. With new owners investing a combination of time, focus and sales awareness combined with an informed and aggressive marketing approach, the future profits of this cash positive business could truly make the old saying come true, the world is your oyster. Just how far do you want to go with it!

Customer Service:

Exclusively offering one of the top products on the market the company have established an excellent reputation with their clients based on the extensive range and quality of the products supplied, the tailoring of the garments and the timely delivery and reliability of the service, which are all second to none. This enviable but well deserved reputation has been won and is constantly being maintained, by this service oriented company, who are dedicated to the satisfaction of their discerning client base.

This business believes its customers should experience highly rewarding levels of satisfaction each and every time they deal with the company. This level of satisfaction is fuelled by the highest quality of products and services being provided, backed up by a truly professional yet friendly level of service.

Property information

Property:

Leasehold

Lease terms:

Currently they are located for ease of travelling in serviced offices in the City of London, at a fully inclusive rental of £ 28,000.

Location:

As the service is solely that of visiting tailor, premises are not particularly important or significant to the operation of this business. Currently they are located for ease of travelling in serviced offices in the City of London, at a fully inclusive rental of £ 28,000. However, continuing with the current premises would be solely at the discretion and requirements of a new owner.

Other information

Expansion potential:

With a client base that is growing month on month and constant repeat business the future growth of the business is as close to being assured as it’s possible to get. They have not yet lost a client, either to competitors or because of any delivery or quality issues. With an impressive record like this the future does indeed look exceptional and highly profitable.

Competition / Market:

The business has used very little advertising in the past, so there are excellent opportunities to increase this activity, develop the brand perhaps through the media and marketing the business more aggressively to significantly increase turnover. There is currently a website and web listings but more work in this area would also undoubtedly increase turnover and subsequent profits. A high proportion of the business's revenue has been due to its excellent reputation for quality and service and strong word of mouth recommendation.

Support & training:

The owners will provide a handover period and are happy to provide ongoing support thereafter.

Reasons for selling:

The business is for sale as a result of the vendors intentions to follow their own separate areas of business interest, with one moving abroad and one having offers in his previous industry that are too lucrative to refuse.

Trading hours:

Monday – Friday 9.00 – 5.30