January 4, 2024

Back to Basics Webinar 

Back to Basics: Foundational Pillars to Build a Strong Custom Clothing Business Thursday, January 11th at 4 pm ET, 1 pm PT In this 45 minute webinar, you’ll learn…. Starting a business is easy — staying in business and finding success can be difficult. We’re detailing the four primary pillars each custom clothing business owner can strengthen to build their business stronger and more resilient.
December 9, 2023

ChatGPT Webinar

In a rapidly evolving custom clothing industry, it's vital to balance reverence for tradition with a forward-thinking approach, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). This 30-minute webinar delves into the practicalities and advantages of AI, specifically ChatGPT, demonstrating its integration into daily business operations to enhance efficiency, branding, and profitability. Attendees will learn how to create and utilize a ChatGPT account, apply effective prompt techniques, and understand AI's broader applications in various business scenarios.
May 4, 2023

DFNY Keynote – Speed Learning: 7 Experts | Decades of Experience

Immersive 10 Minute Roundtable Discussions with 7 Industry Subject Matter Experts: Moderated by: Luke Mayes, House of Dormeuil and Peter Roberti, Adrian Jules Custom Clothiers Date: Saturday, January 20 , 2024 TIME: 5:15 PM to 7:00 PM WHERE: Conrad Hotel NYC, Plume Theatre (1st floor), 151 W. 54th Street, New York, NY 10019 COST: Complimentary.  The historic and monumental Jackson Medal Ceremony will take place at the beginning of the presentation with the incoming CTDA Board of Directors. Space is limited. Please RSVP here:
October 16, 2018

If the Suit Fits (It’s Probably Custom) – Part 2: The Rise and Fall of Comfort (and Trousers)

By Andrew Yamato Last month I outlined what I think are the elements of proper fit for suit jackets and sport coats, Before I continue that analysis with trousers, I’d like to take a look how we arrived at a moment in menswear whengood fit is such a rarity. Bearing in mind that any notion of sartorial propriety is to some extent a matter of personal preference, I believe that comfort is at least as important as appearance to good fit. For most of the past century this belief was generally shared by a menswear trade that was heavily invested […]
July 26, 2018

CTDA’s August Courses in Chicago, IL

Chicago Collective August 5-7, Sun, Mon & Tues theMart There is still time to register for our upcoming classes!   https://ctda.com/education-program/    MEASURING – Sunday, August 5th at 9 AM – 3 PM (with lunch break at 12 PM)   CUSTOM SHIRTS – Monday, August 6th at 9 AM – 11 AM FABRIC KNOWLEDGE – Monday, August 6th at 12 PM – 2 PM SOCIAL MARKETING THE BESPOKE WAY – August 7th at 10 AM – 11 AM Special Presentation (Complimentary. Must RSVP!) Classroom Locations: Chicago Collective theMart 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, 7th Floor Chicago, IL 60654