# The Black Lapel by Hongkong Custom Tailors

> Bespoke tailoring house in Adyar, Chennai, established 1963. Bespoke suits, tuxedos, groom suits, shirts, trousers, outerwear, womenswear and Indian ethnic wear, cut from a pattern drafted for each client, with two to three fittings. Cloth from Zegna, Holland & Sherry, Scabal, Dormeuil, Vitale Barberis Canonico, Roger La Viale, Raymond, Thomas Mason, Alumo, Söktaş and D&J Anderson.

- Address: #4, Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai 600020, Tamil Nadu, India
- Phone: +91 98414 31402 (mobile), +91 44 2491 3465, +91 44 4211 7135
- WhatsApp: https://wa.me/919841431402
- Email: hello@theblacklapel.com
- Google Maps: https://www.google.com/maps/search/?api=1&query=Hong+Kong+Custom+Tailors+(The+Black+Lapel)&query_place_id=ChIJy5jakexnUjoR82myTPY4bdg
- Coordinates: 13.0062489, 80.2567871
- Hours: Monday to Saturday, 11:00 to 21:00. Closed Sunday. By appointment.
- Founded: 1963
- How to order: By appointment at the Adyar atelier (book via WhatsApp, phone or the website). Measurements are taken in person; fittings are scheduled around the client's travel for outstation and NRI clients.
- Areas served: All of Chennai and its suburbs, every city in Tamil Nadu, South India, the rest of India, and NRI clients visiting Chennai. Measurements are taken on a visit to Adyar; clients travel from Coimbatore and Bangalore and fittings are planned around their trips.
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## Core pages
- [Hongkong Custom Tailors, Adyar Chennai — Bespoke Since 1963](https://www.theblacklapel.com/): Bespoke suits, shirts and fine Indian ethnic wear, hand-cut to your measurements in Adyar, Chennai. Three generations at one address since 1963. By appointment.
- [Book an Appointment — The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/appointments/): How to book a consultation at The Black Lapel — walk-in or appointment, what to bring, and what to expect at your first visit. 4 Sardar Patel Road, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Tailor in Chennai — Suits, Tuxedos and Groom Suits Since 1963 · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-chennai/): The Black Lapel is a bespoke tailoring house in Chennai, at Adyar since 1963: bespoke suits, tuxedos, groom and wedding suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear, cut from a drafted pattern with two to three fittings, in cloth from Zegna, Holland & Sherry, Scabal and Dormeuil. Serving every neighbourhood of Chennai, all Tamil Nadu, South India and NRI clients.
- [Product Catalogue — Every Garment and Service · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/): One page per garment and service: what it is, who it is for, cloth, sizes, lead time, fittings, care, price tier and how to order.
- [Achkan in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/achkan/): The achkan is a long coat worn over the kurta and churidar, closely related to the sherwani but with a more tailored, structured construction that reflects its Mughal court origins. Where the sherwani prioritises fabric richness and embellishment, the achkan emphasises cut and construction — it is a
- [Alterations in Chennai — Services · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/alterations/): In-house alterations by our own tailors, on garments made here and on garments bought anywhere else. Lead time: Three to five working days for a hem or a waist; one to two weeks for a jacket recut or re-lining. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Bandhgala in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/bandhgala/): The bandhgala — a short, close-necked jacket with a stand collar and a button closure from neck to hem — is the most important garment in Indian formal menswear for professional and semi-formal contexts. It is the Indian equivalent of the Western suit jacket: appropriate in the boardroom, the courtr
- [Bandi Waistcoat in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/bandi-waistcoat/): The bandi — the Indian waistcoat, often also called a sadri in North Indian dress — is a sleeveless, close-fitting garment worn over a kurta and under a sherwani or left as the outermost layer over a kurta-churidar combination. It adds a layer of formality and visual interest to a kurta ensemble wit
- [Belts & Braces in Chennai — Bespoke accessories · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/belts-and-braces/): The belt and the brace serve the same mechanical purpose — holding the trouser at the waist — and represent meaningfully different choices in formal and professional dress. The belt is practical, versatile and the default for most men in most contexts. Lead time: Available from stock at the shop; sp
- [Blazer in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/blazer/): The blazer occupies a unique position in a wardrobe: more casual than a suit jacket but more formal than a sports coat, it works in contexts where neither a suit nor a casual shirt is quite right. A navy blazer with brass buttons, worn with grey flannel trousers or a good pair of chinos, is one of t
- [Bespoke Business Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/business-shirt/): The business shirt is the workhorse of the professional wardrobe. It is worn more often than any other garment, laundered more often, and seen by more people in more contexts than a suit jacket or tie. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a p
- [Button-Down Collar Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/button-down-collar-shirt/): Bespoke button-down collar shirts in Oxford cloth and poplin. The Ivy League collar, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, to your measurements. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a proven pattern. Price tier and how to order on this pag
- [Charcoal Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/charcoal-suit/): If a professional man were to own only one suit, it should be charcoal. Not black — black reads as funeral or formal event, and is limited in its contexts. Lead time: Four to six weeks from first consultation to delivery. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Chinos in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/chinos/): A chino is a cotton twill trouser, and it is the most-worn garment in most wardrobes that also contain a suit. It is also the garment where the gap between bought and made shows up fastest, because a chino has nowhere to hide: no jacket covers the seat, no tie draws the eye up. Lead time: Two to thr
- [Churidar in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/churidar/): The churidar is the traditional Indian trouser worn with kurtas, sherwanis and bandhgalas. Its name derives from the way it fits: cut significantly longer than the leg measurement, the excess length gathers at the ankle in a series of folds that resemble bangles (churi). Lead time: Three to four wee
- [Corporate tailoring and uniforms in Chennai — Services · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/corporate-tailoring/): Uniforms, staff wardrobes and executive sets of ten garments or more, cut to each wearer in one cloth and colour and run as a project. Lead time: Quoted per project; ten garments or more run on their own schedule. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Cotton Kurta in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/cotton-kurta/): Bespoke cotton kurtas in fine handloom, voile and khadi — the everyday Indian wardrobe, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a kurta, churidar or Pathani set. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Cufflinks in Chennai — Bespoke accessories · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/cufflinks/): Cufflinks are one of the few male accessories that carry genuine formality. A French-cuff shirt without cufflinks is an unfinished shirt. Lead time: Available from stock at the shop; special orders are confirmed at the counter. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Cutaway Collar Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/cutaway-collar-shirt/): The cutaway collar takes the spread of the spread collar to its logical extreme. The points are cut so far apart — nearly horizontal, sometimes literally horizontal — that they almost disappear when worn, leaving the front of the shirt and the tie knot fully exposed. Lead time: Three to four weeks f
- [Double-Breasted Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/double-breasted-suit/): The double-breasted suit is not for the tentative. It is structured, it is visible, and it says something definite about the person wearing it. Lead time: Four to six weeks from first consultation to delivery. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Bespoke Dress Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/dress-shirt/): A well-made bespoke dress shirt is one of the most immediate improvements a man can make to his professional appearance. Not because of the cloth — though the cloth matters — but because of the fit. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a prov
- [Dress Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/dress-trousers/): Dress trousers are formal trousers made to specific standards depending on the occasion. For black tie, the trouser has a single silk braid down each outer seam and no turn-ups. Lead time: Two to three weeks for a first pair; one to two weeks for further pairs on your pattern. Price tier and how to 
- [Evening Jacket in Chennai — Bespoke womenswear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/evening-jacket/): The women's evening jacket occupies the space between the daytime suit and full eveningwear. For black-tie dinners where a gown is not preferred, for award ceremonies where the occasion is formal but professional, for galas and receptions where the dress code calls for something beyond a business su
- [Flannel Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/flannel-suit/): A bespoke flannel suit — the cool-weather classic of professional dress — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, from the finest British and Italian flannel cloths. Lead time: Four to six weeks from first consultation to delivery. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Flat Front Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/flat-front-trousers/): The flat-front trouser has no pleats — the cloth is smooth from waistband to break, with a clean line that suits a slimmer contemporary silhouette. It is the most widely worn trouser in modern professional dress, and the one most people are wearing when they say they want a well-fitting trouser. Lea
- [French Cuff Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/french-cuff-shirt/): When a French cuff is correct, which cufflinks suit which occasion, and how the cuff should sit against your jacket sleeve. Made bespoke in Adyar, Chennai. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a proven pattern. Price tier and how to order on 
- [Gift vouchers in Chennai — Services · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/gift-vouchers/): A voucher for any value, redeemable against anything we make or sell. Lead time: Issued on the day of purchase. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Giza Cotton Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/giza-cotton-shirt/): Giza is the family of Egyptian extra-long-staple cottons grown in the Nile Delta, and it is the cotton most often named on the selvedge of a serious shirting cloth. The reason is simple enough to explain in a sentence and takes a decade of wear to fully appreciate: the fibre is longer, so the yarn c
- [Glen Plaid Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/glen-plaid-suit/): The Glen Urquhart plaid — or glen plaid, or Prince of Wales check — is one of the most distinguished and enduring patterns in menswear. A complex, understated woven pattern of small and large checks overlaid on a fine houndstooth or bird's eye, it reads as a texture at a distance and reveals its str
- [Grey Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/grey-suit/): Grey suiting spans a remarkable range — from near-black charcoal to a pale silver. Mid-grey, the shade that sits between these extremes, is the most universally worn and the most versatile. Lead time: Four to six weeks from first consultation to delivery. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Gurkha Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/gurkha-trousers/): The Gurkha trouser is distinguished by its double-tab closure — two adjustable tabs at the front that replace the belt loop and buckle system — and its high waist, which gives the trouser a longer, cleaner line from the waistband. It originated with the uniforms of the Gurkha regiments of the Britis
- [Herringbone Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/herringbone-suit/): The herringbone weave — its V-shaped columns of interlocking twill giving the cloth a subtle directional texture — is one of the oldest and most respected patterns in suiting. It adds interest to a plain cloth without the graphic commitment of a stripe or check, making it one of the most versatile o
- [High-Waist Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/high-waist-trousers/): High-waist trousers — sitting above the natural waist rather than on the hip — are one of the most flattering and elegant of all trouser styles. They lengthen the leg visually, shorten the torso to correct proportions, and are the natural companion to braces, which are both more comfortable and more
- [Indo-Western Dressing in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/indo-western/): Indo-Western dressing is not a category of garment but a philosophy of dress — the deliberate combination of Indian and Western elements in a single outfit in a way that produces something coherent rather than confused. A Nehru jacket over a plain white shirt and dark trousers. Lead time: Four to fi
- [Jodhpuri Suit in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/jodhpuri-suit/): The Jodhpuri suit — a Western-style jacket with a stand collar and Indian construction details, worn with matching Western-style trousers — is one of the most successful fusions of Indian and Western formal dress. It was developed by the Maharaja of Jodhpur in the nineteenth century, when Indian roy
- [Bespoke Kurta in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/kurta/): The kurta is the foundation garment of Indian ethnic dress. Worn for Diwali and for office casual Fridays, for a family lunch and for a wedding sangeet, for a relaxed weekend at home and for a religious occasion — the kurta spans a range of contexts that no Western garment comes close to matching in
- [Linen Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/linen-suit/): Linen is the oldest of all suiting cloths and, in a hot climate, arguably the most sensible. It breathes in a way that wool does not, cools the body rather than trapping heat, and has a natural, unaffected look that communicates ease in the way that a heavy wool suit in summer cannot. Lead time: Fou
- [Linen Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/linen-trousers/): Linen trousers in a good European linen are the most practical and one of the most elegant trouser choices for Chennai's warm climate. Breathable, light, and naturally cool, they are appropriate for a wide range of professional and social occasions during the heat. Lead time: Two to three weeks for 
- [Monogrammed Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/monogrammed-shirt/): A monogram on a bespoke shirt is not decoration. It is identification — a quiet mark that confirms the shirt was made for one person and no other. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a proven pattern. Price tier and how to order on this page
- [Morning Coat in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/morning-coat/): The morning coat is the correct formal daytime dress for weddings, official ceremonies, race meetings (Royal Enclosure standard), and a small number of other occasions that still observe the formal dress code. It is a single-breasted jacket that curves away from a single button at the front to long 
- [Navy Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/navy-suit/): If charcoal is the foundation, navy is the colour that makes the wardrobe. A bespoke navy suit in a fine worsted is the second essential suit in any professional wardrobe — lighter in visual weight than charcoal, slightly more relaxed in register, and compatible with the widest possible range of shi
- [Nehru Jacket in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/nehru-jacket/): The Nehru jacket — a short, mandarin-collared jacket that derives its name from India's first Prime Minister — sits at the intersection of Indian and Western dress in a way no other garment does. Short enough to wear with Western trousers or jeans, Indian enough to communicate cultural identity, for
- [Overcoat in Chennai — Bespoke outerwear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/overcoat/): A bespoke overcoat is one of the most enduring investments in a wardrobe. Unlike a suit — which may be dated by proportion trends or worn out by heavy use — a well-made overcoat in a classic cloth and cut remains appropriate and presentable for decades. Lead time: Confirmed at the consultation; plan
- [Oxford Cloth Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/oxford-shirt/): Bespoke Oxford cloth shirts in classic white and blue — the casual formal shirt. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, to your measurements. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a proven pattern. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Pathani Suit in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/pathani-suit/): The Pathani suit — a loose, wide-cut kurta worn over a loose salwar — is the most relaxed and comfortable of Indian formal garments. Associated with the Pashtun traditions of the northwest subcontinent, it has been adopted across India as a garment for Friday prayers, Eid celebrations, and casual-fo
- [Peak Lapel Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/peak-lapel-suit/): The peak lapel is the lapel that points upward — its outer edge rising above the notch rather than cutting into it. Traditionally associated with the double-breasted suit and with formal evening dress, the peak lapel on a single-breasted suit is a choice that communicates a particular level of atten
- [Pinstripe Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/pinstripe-suit/): The pinstripe suit carries more historical weight than any other. It is the suit of the City of London, of Savile Row at its most assured, of the senior advocate in the highest courts and the managing director in the oldest firms. Lead time: Four to six weeks from first consultation to delivery. Pri
- [Pleated Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/pleated-trousers/): The pleated trouser has been the victim of fashion. For a period, the dominant narrative was that flat fronts were modern and pleats were dated. Lead time: Two to three weeks for a first pair; one to two weeks for further pairs on your pattern. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Pocket Squares in Chennai — Bespoke accessories · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/pocket-squares/): A pocket square is a small gesture with a disproportionately large effect. A white linen pocket square in the breast pocket of a dark suit jacket — neatly pointed or softly puffed — adds visual completion to the outfit that the pocket square's absence never provides. Lead time: Available from stock 
- [Polo Coat in Chennai — Bespoke outerwear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/polo-coat/): The polo coat — typically in camel hair or a fine camel-coloured wool, double-breasted with a self-belt — is one of the most elegant overcoats in the history of menswear. Associated with American collegiate style in the 1920s and subsequently adopted by the best-dressed men of the mid-twentieth cent
- [Poplin Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/poplin-shirt/): Poplin is a plain-weave cotton fabric woven with a fine ribbed texture created by using more threads in the horizontal direction than the vertical. The result is a cloth with a smooth, slightly lustrous surface, a firm hand, and a crispness under the iron that holds through a full working day better
- [Power Suit in Chennai — Bespoke womenswear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/power-suit/): The women's power suit is a specific garment with a specific purpose: to communicate authority, seriousness and precision in a professional setting. It is not a dressed-down suit. Lead time: Four to six weeks, on the suit timeline; a blazer or trousers alone, three to four weeks. Price tier and how 
- [Raglan Coat in Chennai — Bespoke outerwear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/raglan-coat/): The raglan coat takes its name from the first Baron Raglan, who commissioned a coat with a modified sleeve construction that accommodated a prosthetic arm after injury at Waterloo. The raglan sleeve — cut in one piece with the shoulder, using a diagonal seam from the armhole to the collar rather tha
- [Safari Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/safari-suit/): The safari suit occupies a unique position in Indian formal dress — neither fully western nor fully Indian, it is a warm-weather adaptation of formal clothing that works exactly where Indian summers meet professional dress codes. A well-made safari suit in fine linen or lightweight cotton is cool, c
- [Sea Island Cotton Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/sea-island-cotton-shirt/): Sea Island cotton is among the rarest natural fibres in commercial use. Grown on the islands of the Caribbean and South Atlantic — Barbados, Saint Kitts, and a small number of other certified growing regions — it is characterised by an exceptional fibre length, fineness and natural lustre that no ot
- [Shawl Lapel Tuxedo in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/shawl-lapel-tuxedo/): The shawl lapel is the defining feature of the most traditional dinner jacket. Unlike the notched or peaked lapel, the shawl is a single continuous curve from the collar roll to the front edge — no break, no notch, no point. Lead time: Four to six weeks from first consultation to delivery. Price tie
- [Sherwani in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/sherwani/): The sherwani is the pinnacle of Indian formal menswear. A long, close-fitting coat worn over a churidar, kameez or trouser, it is the garment of the groom, the wedding host, the guest at a black-tie Indian occasion. Lead time: Five to six weeks plain or lightly embellished; eight to twelve weeks wit
- [Silk Kurta in Chennai — Indian ethnic wear, made to order · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/silk-kurta/): A silk kurta is not simply a kurta in a different fabric. The weight, drape, lustre and hand of silk transform the character of the garment — what is a relaxed everyday piece in cotton becomes, in fine silk, a garment of quiet luxury appropriate for the most important Indian occasions. Lead time: Th
- [Silk Ties in Chennai — Bespoke accessories · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/silk-ties/): A silk tie is the most expressive element of a formal outfit. The suit and shirt are in some ways structural — they establish the silhouette and the colour ground. Lead time: Available from stock at the shop; special orders are confirmed at the counter. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Sports Jacket in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/sports-jacket/): The sports jacket is the most versatile garment a man can add to his wardrobe after the basic suit. Worn with a range of odd trousers — flannel, corduroy, chino, fine cotton — it extends the range of a wardrobe dramatically without requiring an entirely new outfit. Lead time: Three to four weeks for
- [Spread Collar Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/spread-collar-shirt/): Bespoke spread collar shirts in Thomas Mason poplin and twill. The most versatile business collar — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a proven pattern. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Striped Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/striped-shirt/): The striped dress shirt occupies a specific and useful place in the professional wardrobe. It has the versatility of a solid shirt — it works with suits in every major colour, with the widest range of ties, in every professional context — while adding the visual interest that a plain shirt lacks. Le
- [Tab Collar Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/tab-collar-shirt/): The tab collar shirt is a specific and deliberate choice. A small cloth or metal tab passes through slots on each collar point and clips or buttons beneath the tie knot, drawing the collar points together and lifting the tie off the shirt front. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order inclu
- [Tailored Dress in Chennai — Bespoke womenswear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/tailored-dress/): The tailored dress is one of the simplest and most effective formal garments. A well-made sheath dress or shift dress in a quality fabric — fitted properly to the body through the shoulder, bust, waist and hip — is appropriate across a wide range of formal and professional occasions. Lead time: Four
- [Three-Piece Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/three-piece-suit/): The three-piece suit adds the waistcoat to the standard two-piece, completing the silhouette and raising the formality by a clear degree. It is a practical garment — the waistcoat provides additional warmth in air-conditioned environments and allows the jacket to be removed without losing the dresse
- [Topcoat in Chennai — Bespoke outerwear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/topcoat/): The topcoat is a lighter coat than the overcoat — typically in a medium-weight wool of 300–400 gsm — that functions as an outer layer for the cool months and for travel to temperate climates. It is the coat for the man who wants a coat that works in Chennai's brief winter and in Singapore or London 
- [Travel Coat in Chennai — Bespoke outerwear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/travel-coat/): A travel coat for the serious professional traveller has a specific set of requirements: it must be light enough to pack, structured enough to put on upon arrival without looking as though it has spent six hours in a bag, warm enough for cool climates, and well-made enough to look correct in a board
- [Dinner Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/tuxedo-dinner-suit/): A dinner suit is the most formally prescribed garment in a man's wardrobe, and the one where the gap between a well-made bespoke version and a hired or off-the-rack alternative is most visible. The rules of black tie are specific: the jacket, the lapel, the trouser braid, the shirt, the bow tie. Lea
- [Twill Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/twill-shirt/): Twill is a weave in which the weft thread passes over two or more warp threads in a pattern that creates a diagonal rib on the fabric surface. The same weave structure used in heavyweight woollen twill for suits produces, in fine cotton with a thread count of 80s to 120s, a shirting fabric that is s
- [Two-Piece Suit in Chennai — Bespoke suits · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/two-piece-suit/): The two-piece suit — jacket and trousers, no waistcoat — is the foundation of every professional wardrobe that takes itself seriously. It is also the garment most frequently bought carelessly and most visibly ruined by poor construction, cheap cloth, or a fit that was never quite right from the star
- [White Dress Shirt in Chennai — Bespoke shirts · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/white-dress-shirt/): The white dress shirt is the foundation of professional dress. It works with every suit, every tie colour, every jacket. Lead time: Three to four weeks for a first order including a fitting; two weeks for repeats on a proven pattern. Price tier and how to order on this page.
- [Wide-Leg Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/wide-leg-trousers/): The wide-leg trouser is having a well-deserved return to prominence, driven by a broader recognition that slim-cut trousers are a fashion-industry preference, not a sartorial truth. Wide-leg trousers move beautifully, drape elegantly in good cloth, and are significantly more comfortable than a narro
- [Women's Bespoke Blazer in Chennai — Bespoke womenswear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/womens-blazer/): A bespoke women's blazer is the piece that connects the formal and casual parts of a professional wardrobe. Worn over trousers with a shirt for a formal meeting, over a dress for a business-casual occasion, over jeans for a smart weekend look — the blazer does more work than any other garment in the
- [Women's Bespoke Suit in Chennai — Bespoke womenswear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/womens-suit/): A bespoke women's suit from The Black Lapel is made to the same standard as everything else we produce: a pattern drafted from your specific measurements, cloth from our principal mills, two fittings before delivery. The jacket fits across the shoulder and chest the way a ready-made blazer simply ca
- [Women's Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke womenswear · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/womens-trousers/): Women's trousers are, arguably, the garment where the gap between ready-made and bespoke is most visible. Waist-to-hip ratios vary enormously; rise preferences vary; thigh and seat proportions vary; leg length varies. Lead time: Four to six weeks, on the suit timeline; a blazer or trousers alone, th
- [Wool Ties in Chennai — Bespoke accessories · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/wool-ties/): A wool tie occupies a different register from a silk tie — slightly more casual, more textured, more associated with the sports jacket and odd trouser than the formal business suit. Its knot — a square, slightly dimpled knot in a fabric with body and texture — is distinctively different from the sil
- [Wool Trousers in Chennai — Bespoke trousers · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/catalogue/wool-trousers/): Wool trousers are the foundation of professional dress. Whether as part of a matched suit or as odd trousers worn with a separate jacket, a bespoke wool trouser in a good worsted or flannel outperforms any ready-made alternative in fit, drape and longevity. Lead time: Two to three weeks for a first 
- [Fabrics — Premium European Cloth for Chennai's Climate · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/fabrics/): A wide selection of high-end, largely imported cloth from Zegna, Holland & Sherry, Scabal, Vitale Barberis Canonico and more — including breathable, high-twist weaves chosen for Chennai's climate.
- [Frequently Asked Questions — Bespoke Tailoring · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/faq/): Everything you want to know about bespoke tailoring at The Black Lapel — costs, timelines, fittings, fabrics, ethnic wear, womenswear and more. Est. 1963, Adyar.
- [Where We Serve — Bespoke Tailoring from Adyar, Chennai · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/locations/): The Black Lapel is at 4 Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai. Clients travel to us from every neighbourhood in Chennai, across Tamil Nadu, South India and beyond. One atelier, serving everywhere.
- [Our Craftsmen — The People Behind The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-craftsmen/): The cutters, tailors and finishers who make bespoke tailoring at The Black Lapel, Adyar — a tradition of craft passed between generations since 1963.
- [The Mills — Cloth Suppliers of The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/): The British, Italian and Indian mills that supply cloth to The Black Lapel — Holland & Sherry, Scabal, Dormeuil, Vitale Barberis Canonico, Thomas Mason and more.
- [Alumo — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/alumo/): Alumo, founded 1893 in Switzerland, produce some of the finest shirting cottons available — Swiss-precision-woven from Egyptian extra-long-staple fibre. Stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [D&J Anderson — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/dj-anderson/): D&J Anderson, established in Scotland in 1822, produce the formal and dress shirting cloths that the vocabulary of formal occasion dressing requires. Stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Dormeuil — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/dormeuil/): Dormeuil, founded 1842 in Paris, have been producing the world's finest suiting cloths for more than 180 years. Their Amadeus, Vanquish II and VExtra collections are stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Holland & Sherry — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/holland-sherry/): Holland & Sherry, founded 1836 on Savile Row, supply some of the finest suiting cloth in the world — including the Fresco, the benchmark warm-climate suiting fabric. Stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Raymond — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/raymond/): Raymond, founded 1925 in Maharashtra, is India's oldest and largest integrated wool textile manufacturer. Their pure wool and fine suiting ranges provide excellent cloth for practical Indian professional suiting and ethnic wear. Stocked at The Black Lapel.
- [Roger La Viale — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/roger-la-viale/): Roger La Viale produces technically sophisticated British performance suiting fabrics — Flexo, Vector, Spry, Quest and more — designed for the modern professional. Stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Scabal — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/scabal/): Scabal, founded 1938 in Brussels, produce some of the most technically advanced suiting cloths in the world — including Golden Bale ultra-fine wools and premium tropical collections. Stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Söktaş — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/soktas/): Söktaş of Turkey grows its own cotton on the Büyük Menderes plain and weaves it into fine shirting, including its Giza quality cloth. Striped Giza shirting on the shelf at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Thomas Mason — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/thomas-mason/): Thomas Mason, founded 1796 in the Lake District, produce the benchmark British fine shirting cotton — Gold, Luxury and Royal collections. Stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Vitale Barberis Canonico — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/vitale-barberis-canonico/): Vitale Barberis Canonico, founded 1663 in Biella — the oldest active wool mill in the world. Their lightweight Tropical collection is among the finest year-round suiting cloths for Chennai. Stocked at The Black Lapel.
- [Ermenegildo Zegna — The Cloth We Use · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-mills/zegna/): Ermenegildo Zegna, founded 1910 in Trivero, produce some of the world's finest suiting wools — including the Trofeo Super 150s+ and the Cool Effect tropical collection. Stocked at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Our Story — Bespoke Tailors in Chennai Since 1963 · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/our-story/): Founded in 1963 by Arjun G Pahlajani in the world's most competitive tailoring market, The Black Lapel has cut bespoke clothing in Adyar, Chennai for more than five decades.
- [Pricing — What Bespoke Tailoring Costs · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/pricing/): A transparent explanation of what determines the cost of bespoke tailoring at The Black Lapel — cloth, construction, and what you are actually paying for.
- [The Atelier — Our Workshop at Adyar, Chennai · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/the-atelier/): The Black Lapel atelier at 4 Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai — a working tailoring workshop where every garment is made by hand. Est. 1963.
- [The Process — How We Make Bespoke Clothing · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/the-process/): Consultation, measurement and pattern, cutting and making, fittings, and delivery — how The Black Lapel makes bespoke suits, shirts and ethnic wear to order in Adyar, Chennai.
- [Visit & Enquire — Bespoke Tailor in Adyar, Chennai · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/visit/): Visit The Black Lapel at #4 Sardar Patel Road, Adyar, Chennai 600020. Open Mon–Sat, 11am–9pm. Enquire by WhatsApp, phone or the form to book a bespoke tailoring appointment.
- [What We Make — Bespoke Suits, Womenswear & Ethnic Wear in Chennai · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/what-we-make/): Bespoke suits, tuxedos and tailored separates, shirts and blouses, women's couture and power tailoring, outerwear, and fine Indian ethnic wear — bandhgala, sherwani, kurtas and more. Bespoke, made-to-measure and made-to-order in Adyar, Chennai.
- [Why The Black Lapel — Bespoke in Adyar, Chennai Since 1963](https://www.theblacklapel.com/why-us/): Why clients choose The Black Lapel: a bespoke house at the same Adyar address since 1963, a pattern drafted for every client, two to three fittings, and cloth from Zegna, Holland & Sherry, Scabal, Dormeuil and Vitale Barberis Canonico. Serving all of Chennai, Tamil Nadu, South India and NRI clients.

## Bespoke suits
- [Bespoke Suits in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/): Every suit made at The Black Lapel is cut from your pattern, fitted twice, and built to last. Two-piece, three-piece, double-breasted, dinner suits, and more — Adyar, Chennai, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Blazer in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/blazer/): A bespoke navy or charcoal blazer with brass or horn buttons — the most versatile jacket in any wardrobe. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Charcoal Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/charcoal-suit/): A bespoke charcoal suit — the single most versatile business suit colour, made at The Black Lapel from premier British and Italian cloth. Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Double-Breasted Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/double-breasted-suit/): A bespoke double-breasted suit in your cloth and measurements at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai. The DB suit done right — structured, proportioned, genuinely formal.
- [Bespoke Flannel Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/flannel-suit/): A bespoke flannel suit — the cool-weather classic of professional dress — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, from the finest British and Italian flannel cloths.
- [Bespoke Glen Plaid Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/glen-plaid-suit/): A bespoke Glen Urquhart plaid suit — one of the great classic suiting patterns — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, from heritage British and Italian milled cloth.
- [Bespoke Grey Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/grey-suit/): A bespoke grey suit in mid, light or charcoal grey — versatile, universally appropriate, and made from the finest British and Italian cloth at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Herringbone Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/herringbone-suit/): A bespoke herringbone suit — classic V-shaped twill weave in charcoal, navy or brown — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, from heritage British and Italian milled cloth.
- [Bespoke Linen Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/linen-suit/): A bespoke linen suit — the natural fabric for Chennai's climate. Cream, stone, natural or mid-blue in European linen, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Morning Coat in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/morning-coat/): A bespoke morning coat — the correct dress for formal daytime occasions — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai. Weddings, race meetings, formal functions.
- [Bespoke Navy Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/navy-suit/): A bespoke navy suit — the second essential suit in any professional wardrobe. Made from finest British and Italian cloth at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Peak Lapel Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/peak-lapel-suit/): A bespoke single-breasted suit with a peak lapel — the bolder, more formal choice. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Pinstripe Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/pinstripe-suit/): A bespoke pinstripe suit — chalk stripe, pencil stripe, or fine stripe — in navy or charcoal. The most traditionally authoritative professional suit. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Safari Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/safari-suit/): A bespoke safari suit — practical, cool, and impeccably made. The classic Indian warm-weather formal suit, made right at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Shawl Lapel Tuxedo in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/shawl-lapel-tuxedo/): A bespoke shawl lapel dinner jacket — the most formally correct and elegant of evening coats — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai. Black barathea or midnight blue.
- [Bespoke Sports Jacket in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/sports-jacket/): A bespoke sports jacket in tweed, herringbone, check or hopsack — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, to complement your existing trousers and build a versatile wardrobe.
- [Bespoke Three-Piece Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/three-piece-suit/): A bespoke three-piece suit — jacket, waistcoat and trousers — made from your pattern at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963. The most formal silhouette in professional dress.
- [Bespoke Tuxedo & Dinner Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/tuxedo-dinner-suit/): A bespoke dinner suit — single or double breasted, notch or shawl lapel — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar. Black tie done properly from heritage evening cloth.
- [Bespoke Two-Piece Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/suits/two-piece-suit/): A bespoke two-piece suit made from your pattern in premier British or Italian cloth. The most versatile garment in a professional wardrobe — made properly at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.

## Bespoke shirts
- [Bespoke Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/): Bespoke dress shirts in fine cotton poplin and twill, with collar and cuff to your specification. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Business Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/business-shirt/): Bespoke business shirts in fine poplin, twill and Oxford cloth. Collar, cuff and cloth to your specification. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Button-Down Collar Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/button-down-collar-shirt/): Bespoke button-down collar shirts in Oxford cloth and poplin. The Ivy League collar, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, to your measurements.
- [Bespoke Cutaway Collar Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/cutaway-collar-shirt/): Bespoke cutaway collar shirts — the most assertive business collar, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, to your measurements.
- [Bespoke Dress Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/dress-shirt/): Bespoke dress shirts in fine cotton poplin, twill and Sea Island cotton. Collar and cuff to your specification. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963.
- [French Cuff Shirts — When and How to Wear Double Cuffs](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/french-cuff-shirt/): When a French cuff is correct, which cufflinks suit which occasion, and how the cuff should sit against your jacket sleeve. Made bespoke in Adyar, Chennai.
- [Giza Cotton Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/giza-cotton-shirt/): Giza is Egyptian extra-long-staple cotton — longer fibre, finer yarn, a smoother surface that pills less and holds its colour. What that means in a bespoke shirt, and how it wears in Chennai.
- [Bespoke Monogrammed Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/monogrammed-shirt/): Bespoke shirts with hand-embroidered monograms — on the cuff, pocket or collar. A quiet personalisation that marks the garment as yours. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Oxford Cloth Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/oxford-shirt/): Bespoke Oxford cloth shirts in classic white and blue — the casual formal shirt. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, to your measurements.
- [Bespoke Poplin Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/poplin-shirt/): Bespoke shirts in fine cotton poplin from Thomas Mason and Alumo. The most versatile shirt cloth, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Sea Island Cotton Shirts — The World's Finest Cotton](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/sea-island-cotton-shirt/): Sea Island is the rarest long-staple cotton in the world. Why it feels closer to silk than cotton, how it wears over decades, and what bespoke involves.
- [Bespoke Spread Collar Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/spread-collar-shirt/): Bespoke spread collar shirts in Thomas Mason poplin and twill. The most versatile business collar — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Striped Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/striped-shirt/): Bespoke striped shirts in Bengal stripe, bar stripe and hairline — the professional shirt that adds personality. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Tab Collar Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/tab-collar-shirt/): Bespoke tab collar shirts — a period formality with a distinctive character. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, to your measurements.
- [Bespoke Twill Shirts in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/twill-shirt/): Bespoke shirts in fine cotton twill — softer drape, subtle diagonal texture, ideal for everyday professional wear. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke White Dress Shirt in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/shirts/white-dress-shirt/): A bespoke white dress shirt in Thomas Mason or Alumo poplin — the single most important shirt in any wardrobe. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.

## Bespoke trousers
- [Bespoke Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/): Flat front, pleated, Gurkha, wide-leg and more — each pair cut from your specific measurements at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Chinos in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/chinos/): Cotton chinos cut to your own rise and seat — in khaki, stone and beige. What separates a good chino from a bought one, and which shirts to wear with them.
- [Bespoke Dress Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/dress-trousers/): Bespoke dress trousers — the formal trouser worn with a dinner jacket, morning coat or matching formal suit. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, to exact specifications.
- [Bespoke Flat Front Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/flat-front-trousers/): Bespoke flat-front trousers made from your pattern at The Black Lapel, Adyar. The clean, modern silhouette — in wool, linen, cotton or flannel.
- [Bespoke Gurkha Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/gurkha-trousers/): Bespoke Gurkha trousers — double tab closure, high waist, no belt loops — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar. The most characterful of all trouser styles.
- [Bespoke High-Waist Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/high-waist-trousers/): Bespoke high-waist trousers — the longer-line, braces-worn classic of traditional tailoring. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Linen Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/linen-trousers/): Bespoke linen trousers — the most practical and elegant warm-weather trouser for Chennai's climate. Cream, stone, tan or mid-blue, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Pleated Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/pleated-trousers/): Bespoke pleated trousers — single or double forward pleat — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar. The most comfortable and classically proportioned trouser.
- [Bespoke Wide-Leg Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/wide-leg-trousers/): Bespoke wide-leg trousers — the generous, softly draped silhouette that photographs beautifully and walks even better. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Wool Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/trousers/wool-trousers/): Bespoke wool trousers in worsted, flannel or fresco — as part of a matched suit or as an odd trouser. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.

## Outerwear
- [Bespoke Outerwear in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/outerwear/): Overcoats, topcoats, raglan coats and polo coats in heavyweight wool and cashmere. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar — for the cool months and for travel.
- [Bespoke Overcoat in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/outerwear/overcoat/): A bespoke overcoat in heavy wool, cashmere or cashmere blend — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar. For travel, for the cool season, for decades of wear.
- [Bespoke Polo Coat in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/outerwear/polo-coat/): A bespoke polo coat in camel hair or fine wool — the classically elegant overcoat for the cool months. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Raglan Coat in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/outerwear/raglan-coat/): A bespoke raglan coat — diagonal shoulder seam from neck to underarm — in lightweight or medium-weight wool. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Topcoat in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/outerwear/topcoat/): A bespoke topcoat in medium-weight wool — lighter and more versatile than an overcoat. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, for Chennai's cool months and for travel.
- [Bespoke Travel Coat in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/outerwear/travel-coat/): A bespoke travel coat — lightweight, packable, and correctly made for the professional who travels frequently. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.

## Womenswear
- [Bespoke Womenswear in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/womenswear/): Bespoke suits, blazers, trousers, evening jackets and tailored dresses for women. Pattern from your measurements, two fittings. The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.
- [Bespoke Women's Evening Jacket in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/womenswear/evening-jacket/): A bespoke women's evening jacket in fine cloth — for formal dinners, galas, award ceremonies and occasions that require more than a business suit. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Power Suit for Women in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/womenswear/power-suit/): A bespoke women's power suit — sharply tailored jacket and trousers in premier cloth. Made for the boardroom, the courtroom, the platform. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Tailored Dress in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/womenswear/tailored-dress/): A bespoke tailored dress — sheath, shift or structured dress — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, from fine cloth to your exact measurements.
- [Bespoke Women's Blazer in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/womenswear/womens-blazer/): A bespoke women's blazer in navy, charcoal or cloth of your choice. The most versatile piece in a professional wardrobe. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Women's Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/womenswear/womens-suit/): Bespoke women's suits — jacket and trouser or skirt — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, from premier British and Italian cloth. Properly fitted, properly constructed.
- [Bespoke Women's Trousers in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/womenswear/womens-trousers/): Bespoke women's trousers — flat front, wide leg, cigarette cut — made from your specific measurements at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.

## Accessories
- [Accessories in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/accessories/): Silk ties, wool ties, pocket squares, cufflinks, belts and braces — selected to complete a bespoke commission. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Belts & Braces in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/accessories/belts-and-braces/): Leather belts and braces (suspenders) — to complement a bespoke suit or trouser commission. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Cufflinks in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/accessories/cufflinks/): Cufflinks — for French-cuff bespoke shirts. A range of designs from understated oval to characterful novelty, sourced to complement your commission. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Bespoke Pocket Squares in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/accessories/pocket-squares/): Silk and cotton pocket squares — hand-rolled, in a range of colours and patterns — to complete a bespoke commission. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Silk Ties in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/accessories/silk-ties/): Silk ties — woven and hand-finished — to complete a bespoke commission at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai. The correct tie for a bespoke suit.
- [Bespoke Wool Ties in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/accessories/wool-ties/): Wool ties — for the smart-casual register, or for winter. A more textured, more relaxed alternative to silk, with a knot unlike any other. The Black Lapel, Adyar.

## Indian ethnic wear
- [Bespoke Indian Ethnic Wear in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/): Bespoke sherwanis, bandhgalas, kurtas, achkans and Jodhpuri suits. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963. Guides, fabric advice and occasion styling.
- [Bespoke Achkan in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/achkan-guide/): Bespoke achkans in silk, suiting and brocade — the Mughal court coat, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, for weddings and formal occasions.
- [Bespoke Bandhgala in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/bandhgala-guide/): Bespoke bandhgalas in fine suiting and silk — the Indian formal jacket. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, for professional and ceremonial occasions.
- [Bandhgala vs Nehru Jacket — The Difference — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/bandhgala-vs-nehru-jacket/): What distinguishes a bandhgala from a Nehru jacket? Collar height, length, formality and context. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Bandi Waistcoat in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/bandi-waistcoat-guide/): Bespoke bandi waistcoats in silk and suiting — the Indian layering piece for weddings and formal occasions. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Brocade Fabric Guide for Indian Ethnic Wear — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/brocade-fabric-guide/): A guide to brocade fabrics for sherwanis and bandis — zari weaves, Banarasi brocade and modern weaves. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Chanderi Fabric for Indian Ethnic Wear — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/chanderi-fabric/): A guide to Chanderi fabric — the lightweight Indian weave for kurtas and sherwanis in summer. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Churidar in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/churidar-guide/): Bespoke churidars in fine cotton and silk — the fitted Indian trouser. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, to your exact measurements.
- [Bandhgala for Corporate and Professional Life — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/corporate-bandhgala/): Bespoke bandhgalas for Indian corporate and professional contexts — the formal Indian jacket that works in any Indian boardroom. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Cotton Kurtas in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/cotton-kurta-guide/): Bespoke cotton kurtas in fine handloom, voile and khadi — the everyday Indian wardrobe, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Dupion Silk for Indian Ethnic Wear — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/dupion-silk-guide/): A guide to dupion silk for sherwanis, kurtas and Jodhpuri suits — the textured silk with natural depth. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Sherwani or Suit for an Indian Wedding? How to Decide](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/ethnic-vs-western-wedding/): Sherwani or Western suit for the wedding — decided by ceremony type, venue, season and what the rest of the party is wearing. A practical framework, not a rulebook.
- [Indian Ethnic Wear for the Office — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/ethnic-wear-for-office/): A guide to wearing kurtas, bandhgalas and Nehru jackets in Indian professional environments. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Indian Festival Wear for Men in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/festival-ethnic-wear-guide/): A guide to men's festival outfit choices for Diwali, Onam, Pongal and Indian celebrations. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Festive Kurtas for Diwali, Eid and Onam — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/festive-kurta-guide/): Bespoke festive kurtas for Diwali, Eid, Onam and Indian celebrations. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Groom Sherwani for North Indian Weddings — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/groom-sherwani-north-india/): A guide to the groom's sherwani for North Indian Hindu, Punjabi and Rajput weddings. Made bespoke at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Groom's Sherwani for South Indian Weddings — Style Guide](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/groom-sherwani-south-india/): Choosing a groom's sherwani for Tamil, Telugu, Kannada and Malayali weddings — fabric weight for the climate, colour, embroidery, and pairing it with traditional dress.
- [The History of Indian Tailoring — Mughal Court to Savile Row](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/history-of-indian-tailoring/): How Indian tailoring evolved from the darzis of the Mughal court to Savile Row-trained master cutters — the achkan, the bandhgala, the Nehru jacket and the craft behind them.
- [Bespoke Indo-Western Clothing in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/indo-western-guide/): Bespoke indo-western outfits — jackets, kurtas and hybrids that bridge Indian and Western dress. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Traditional or Western Dress for Men? How to Decide — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/indo-western-vs-traditional/): When an Indo-Western outfit works better than traditional ethnic wear, and when it does not — judged by occasion, venue, formality and what the rest of the party is wearing.
- [Bespoke Jodhpuri Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/jodhpuri-suit-guide/): Bespoke Jodhpuri suits — the Indian-Western fusion that works for weddings and formal occasions. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Kurtas in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/kurta-guide/): Bespoke kurtas in silk, cotton and linen — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai. The foundation of every Indian wardrobe.
- [Modern Indian Ethnic Wear for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/modern-ethnic-wear-men/): A guide to contemporary Indian ethnic wear — how traditional garments have evolved for the modern Indian man. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Nehru Jacket Guide: Cloth, Fit and When to Wear One — Made in Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/nehru-jacket-guide/): Bespoke Nehru jackets in suiting, silk and cotton. The Indian smart-casual jacket, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Pathani Suits in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/pathani-suit-guide/): Bespoke Pathani suits in cotton and fine cloth — the traditional loose-fit suit of the subcontinent, made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Raw Silk for Indian Ethnic Wear — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/raw-silk-guide/): A guide to raw silk for kurtas, bandhgalas and sherwanis — the natural, textured alternative to smooth mulberry silk. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bandhgala for Wedding Receptions in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/reception-bandhgala-guide/): A guide to choosing and commissioning a bandhgala for wedding receptions and formal ceremonies. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Sangeet Outfits for Men in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/sangeet-outfit-guide/): A guide to men's sangeet outfits — kurta, bandhgala and Nehru jacket for the pre-wedding celebration. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Sherwani in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/sherwani-guide/): Bespoke sherwanis in silk, brocade and velvet. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, for weddings, receptions and formal occasions since 1963.
- [Sherwani vs Achkan: The Difference, Explained](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/sherwani-vs-achkan/): Length, cut, embellishment and formality — what actually separates a sherwani from an achkan, and which one suits a wedding, reception or formal daytime event.
- [Sherwani or Bandhgala for Your Wedding? The Difference, and Which to Wear](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/sherwani-vs-bandhgala/): Length, formality, construction and occasion — the four things that separate a sherwani from a bandhgala, and which one to wear to a wedding, reception or formal dinner.
- [Silk for Indian Ethnic Wear — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/silk-for-ethnic-wear/): A guide to silk fabrics for sherwanis, kurtas and bandhgalas — mulberry, Tussar, raw silk and dupion. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Silk Kurtas in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/silk-kurta-guide/): Bespoke silk kurtas in raw silk, Tussar and plain silk — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, for weddings and formal occasions.
- [Velvet Sherwanis in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/velvet-sherwani-guide/): A guide to velvet sherwanis — fabric weight, colour, care and when to wear them. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Wedding Sherwani in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/ethnic/wedding-sherwani-guide/): Bespoke wedding sherwanis for grooms — fabric, embroidery and fit advice. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963.

## Wedding tailoring guides
- [Bespoke Wedding Tailoring in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/): Wedding suits, sherwanis, bandhgalas and Jodhpuri suits — bespoke made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963. Guides for grooms, groomsmen and wedding guests.
- [Beach Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/beach-wedding-attire/): What to wear at a beach wedding — linen suits, light fabrics and the right formality level. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Black Tie Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/black-tie-wedding/): Bespoke tuxedos and dinner suits for black tie Indian weddings. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Budget Guide for Bespoke Wedding Tailoring — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/budget-guide-bespoke-wedding/): How to budget for a bespoke wedding suit or sherwani in Chennai — what affects the cost and how to plan. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Christian Wedding Suit for Grooms — What to Wear](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/christian-wedding-suit/): Morning coat, lounge suit or three-piece? What grooms wear to Christian church weddings in India — formality, colour, fabric weight for the climate and the timeline to order.
- [Cocktail Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/cocktail-wedding-attire/): What to wear to a cocktail dress code wedding — the right suit, bandhgala or smart outfit. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Destination Wedding Suits — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/destination-wedding-suit/): Bespoke suits for destination weddings — lightweight fabrics, travel-friendly construction. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Groom Grooming Guide — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/groom-grooming-guide/): A grooming guide for grooms — haircut, beard, skincare and preparation for the wedding day. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Groom: Suit or Sherwani? — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/groom-suit-vs-sherwani/): Should the groom wear a Western suit or a sherwani? A practical guide to making the right choice for your wedding. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Groomsmen Outfits in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/groomsmen-outfits/): A guide to dressing the wedding party — suits, kurtas and bandhgalas for groomsmen and brothers. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Kerala Wedding Attire for Men — Hindu, Christian & Muslim](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/kerala-wedding-attire/): What men wear at Kerala weddings — the kasavu mundu and shirt for Hindu ceremonies, suits for Christian church weddings, and formal dress for the Muslim nikah.
- [Marwari Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/marwari-wedding-attire/): Bespoke sherwanis and bandhgalas for Marwari weddings — the richest tradition in Indian wedding dress. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Monsoon Wedding Suit in India — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/monsoon-wedding-suit/): What to wear at a monsoon wedding in India — fabrics and colours that work in humidity and rain. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Muslim Nikah Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/muslim-nikah-attire/): What men wear at Muslim nikah ceremonies in India — white kurta, sherwani and formal dress. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Palace Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/palace-wedding-attire/): Dressing for a palace or heritage hotel wedding — the most formal Indian occasion. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Punjabi Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/punjabi-wedding-attire/): Bespoke sherwanis and suits for Punjabi Hindu weddings — made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Rajput Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/rajput-wedding-attire/): The traditional sherwani, achkan and bandhgala for Rajput weddings — bespoke made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Second Day Wedding Outfit for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/second-day-wedding-outfit/): What to wear on the second day of an Indian wedding — the reception, the after-party and the morning-after brunch.
- [Sikh Wedding Attire for Men — Anand Karaj Dress Guide](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/sikh-wedding-attire/): What the groom and guests wear at a Sikh Anand Karaj — the dastar, sherwani and kurta pyjama, plus the etiquette of covering your head in the gurdwara.
- [Summer Wedding Suit in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/summer-wedding-suit/): Lightweight suits for summer and hot-weather weddings in India — linen, tropical wool and fresco. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Brahmin Dress for Men — Traditional Attire, Explained](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/tamil-brahmin-wedding-attire/): What Brahmin men actually wear: the veshti, angavastram, panchakacham and formal kurta — what the groom wears, what guests wear, how each is draped, and when each is correct. Tailored at The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Tamil Christian Wedding: What the Groom, Groomsmen and Guests Wear — The Black Lapel, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/tamil-christian-wedding-attire/): What the groom, groomsmen and guests wear at Tamil Christian weddings — church-ceremony formality, the suit or bandhgala question, and what changes for the reception.
- [Tamil Muslim Wedding Attire for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/tamil-muslim-wedding-attire/): What men wear at Tamil Muslim and nikah ceremonies in Chennai — white kurta, Pathani suit and formal dress. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Telugu Wedding Attire for Men — Groom & Guest Guide](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/telugu-wedding-attire/): What men wear at Telugu weddings — the pancha (dhoti), silk kurta, sherwani and reception suit. Ceremony-by-ceremony guidance for the groom, family and guests.
- [Wedding Accessories Guide for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/wedding-accessories-guide/): Pocket squares, ties, cufflinks and wedding accessories for men. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Wedding Colour Guide for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/wedding-colour-guide-men/): How to choose the right colour for a wedding suit or sherwani — groom and guest colour guides. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Dressing for Wedding Photography — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/wedding-photographer-guide/): How to dress for wedding photography — colours, fabrics and details that photograph well. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Wedding Shoe Guide for Men — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/wedding-shoe-guide/): The right shoes for a wedding — Oxford, loafer, jutti and formal sandals. A guide for the Indian groom and guest.
- [Wedding Suit Timeline — How Long Does a Bespoke Wedding Suit Take?](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/wedding-suit-timeline/): How long does a bespoke wedding suit or sherwani take? A timeline guide from The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.
- [Bespoke Wedding Suits in Chennai — The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/wedding-suits-guide/): A complete guide to bespoke wedding suits — fabric, colour, cut and timeline. Made at The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai, since 1963.
- [Winter Wedding Suit in India — The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding/winter-wedding-suit/): Suits and sherwanis for winter Indian weddings — mid-weight wool, velvet and flannel options. The Black Lapel, Adyar, Chennai.

## Services
- [Alterations in Adyar, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/alterations/): Expert garment alterations in Adyar, Chennai. Suits, jackets, trousers, shirts and Indian ethnic wear. Honest advice on what can and cannot be altered well.
- [Bespoke vs Made-to-Measure — What's the Difference? · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-vs-made-to-measure/): Bespoke and made-to-measure are not the same thing. A plain explanation of the difference — and why it matters for the quality of the finished garment.
- [Garment Care Guide — How to Look After Bespoke Tailoring · The Black Lapel, Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/care-guide/): How to care for a bespoke suit, shirt, and Indian ethnic wear — storage, cleaning, pressing and repair advice from The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai.
- [Client Stories — The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/client-stories/): Who we make for — the executives, the grooms, the professionals and the families who have commissioned bespoke tailoring at The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.
- [Corporate Tailoring in Chennai — Bespoke Uniforms & Executive Wardrobes · The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/corporate-tailoring/): Bespoke corporate tailoring in Chennai — executive wardrobes, staff uniforms and group commissions. The Black Lapel, Adyar, since 1963.
- [Delivery & Timelines — How Long Bespoke Takes · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/delivery-and-timelines/): How long bespoke tailoring takes at The Black Lapel — by garment type, for weddings, for urgent commissions. Honest timelines from Adyar, Chennai.
- [Gift Vouchers — The Gift of Bespoke Tailoring · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/gift-vouchers/): Gift vouchers for bespoke tailoring at The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai — the perfect gift for the person who has everything and deserves something made correctly.
- [Sizing & Fit Guide — Understanding Bespoke Fit · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/sizing-and-fit/): What good fit means in bespoke tailoring — the measurements we take, the fitting process, and how to know when a garment fits correctly. The Black Lapel, Adyar.
- [Sustainability — Bespoke as the Responsible Choice · The Black Lapel, Adyar Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/sustainability/): How bespoke tailoring at The Black Lapel approaches longevity, cloth sourcing and waste reduction — and why making less, made better, is the most sustainable position available.

## Areas served (city and neighbourhood pages)
- [Bespoke Tailor for Adyar, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-adyar-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Adyar clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (0 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Ahmedabad — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-ahmedabad/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Ahmedabad clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Anna Nagar, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-anna-nagar-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Anna Nagar clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (35–45 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Bangalore — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-bangalore/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Bangalore clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (5–6 hours by road, 1 hour by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Besant Nagar, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-besant-nagar-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Besant Nagar clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (10–15 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Kozhikode — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-calicut/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Kozhikode clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (7–8 hours by road, 1.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Chandigarh — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-chandigarh/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Chandigarh clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5–3 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Chromepet, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-chromepet-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Chromepet clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (30–40 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Coimbatore — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-coimbatore/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Coimbatore clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (5–6 hours by road, 50 minutes by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Delhi — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-delhi/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Delhi clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5–3 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Egmore, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-egmore-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Egmore clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (30–40 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Erode — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-erode/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Erode clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (5–6 hours by road). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Guindy, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-guindy-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Guindy clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (15–20 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Hosur — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-hosur/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Hosur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (1.5–2 hours by road). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Hyderabad — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-hyderabad/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Hyderabad clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (8–9 hours by road, 1.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for India — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-india/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for India clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (varies). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Jaipur — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-jaipur/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Jaipur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Kilpauk, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kilpauk-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Kilpauk clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (35–45 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Kochi — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kochi/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Kochi clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (5–6 hours by road, 1 hour by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Kolathur, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kolathur-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Kolathur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (45–55 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Kolkata — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kolkata/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Kolkata clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Lucknow — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-lucknow/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Lucknow clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5–3 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Madurai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-madurai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Madurai clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (7–8 hours by road, 1 hour by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Mangalore — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mangalore/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Mangalore clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (8–9 hours by road, 1.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Mumbai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mumbai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Mumbai clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Mylapore, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mylapore-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Mylapore clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (20–25 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Mysore — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mysore/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Mysore clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (6–7 hours by road). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Nungambakkam, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-nungambakkam-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Nungambakkam clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (25–30 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for OMR, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-omr-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for OMR clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (30–45 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Pallavaram, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-pallavaram-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Pallavaram clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (30–40 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Perambur, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-perambur-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Perambur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (40–50 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Pondicherry — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-pondicherry/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Pondicherry clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5–3 hours by road). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Poonamallee, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-poonamallee-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Poonamallee clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (50–65 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Porur, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-porur-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Porur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (40–55 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Pune — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-pune/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Pune clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Salem — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-salem/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Salem clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (5–6 hours by road, 1 hour by flight to Chennai then transfer). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Sholinganallur, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-sholinganallur-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Sholinganallur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (25–35 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Surat — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-surat/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Surat clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5 hours by flight via Mumbai). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for T Nagar, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-t-nagar-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for T Nagar clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (25–35 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Tambaram, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-tambaram-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Tambaram clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (40–55 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Thoraipakkam, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-thoraipakkam-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Thoraipakkam clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (25–35 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Thrissur — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-thrissur/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Thrissur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (6–7 hours by road, 1.5 hours by flight via Kochi). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Tirunelveli — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-tirunelveli/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Tirunelveli clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (8–9 hours by road, 1 hour by air via Tuticorin or Chennai). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Tiruppur — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-tiruppur/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Tiruppur clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (5–6 hours by road). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Trichy — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-trichy/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Trichy clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (6–7 hours by road, 1 hour by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Thiruvananthapuram — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-trivandrum/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Thiruvananthapuram clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (8–9 hours by road, 1.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Velachery, Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-velachery-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Velachery clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (25–35 minutes). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Vellore — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-vellore/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Vellore clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (2.5–3 hours by road). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Vijayawada — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-vijayawada/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Vijayawada clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (8–9 hours by road, 1.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Visakhapatnam — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-vizag/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Visakhapatnam clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (12–13 hours by road, 1.5 hours by flight). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Chennai — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/custom-suits-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Chennai clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (varies by location). Established 1963, by appointment.
- [Bespoke Tailor for Weddings — The Black Lapel](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding-tailor-chennai/): Bespoke suits, shirts and Indian ethnic wear for Chennai (Wedding) clients — hand-cut to measure at our Adyar atelier (varies by location). Established 1963, by appointment.

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## Areas served, by tier (each links to that area's page)
- Chennai and its suburbs: [Adyar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-adyar-chennai/), [Anna Nagar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-anna-nagar-chennai/), [T Nagar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-t-nagar-chennai/), [Nungambakkam](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-nungambakkam-chennai/), [Mylapore](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mylapore-chennai/), [Velachery](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-velachery-chennai/), [OMR](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-omr-chennai/), [Besant Nagar](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-besant-nagar-chennai/), [Kilpauk](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kilpauk-chennai/), [Egmore](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-egmore-chennai/), [Guindy](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-guindy-chennai/), [Chromepet](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-chromepet-chennai/), [Tambaram](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-tambaram-chennai/), [Thoraipakkam](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-thoraipakkam-chennai/), [Porur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-porur-chennai/), [Perambur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-perambur-chennai/), [Kolathur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kolathur-chennai/), [Sholinganallur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-sholinganallur-chennai/), [Pallavaram](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-pallavaram-chennai/), [Poonamallee](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-poonamallee-chennai/), [Chennai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/custom-suits-chennai/), [Chennai (Wedding)](https://www.theblacklapel.com/wedding-tailor-chennai/)
- Tamil Nadu and Puducherry: [Coimbatore](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-coimbatore/), [Madurai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-madurai/), [Trichy](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-trichy/), [Salem](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-salem/), [Tiruppur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-tiruppur/), [Erode](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-erode/), [Vellore](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-vellore/), [Hosur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-hosur/), [Pondicherry](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-pondicherry/), [Tirunelveli](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-tirunelveli/)
- South India: [Bangalore](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-bangalore/), [Hyderabad](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-hyderabad/), [Kochi](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kochi/), [Thiruvananthapuram](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-trivandrum/), [Mysore](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mysore/), [Mangalore](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mangalore/), [Visakhapatnam](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-vizag/), [Vijayawada](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-vijayawada/), [Kozhikode](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-calicut/), [Thrissur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-thrissur/)
- Rest of India: [Mumbai](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-mumbai/), [Delhi](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-delhi/), [Pune](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-pune/), [Kolkata](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-kolkata/), [Ahmedabad](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-ahmedabad/), [Chandigarh](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-chandigarh/), [Jaipur](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-jaipur/), [Lucknow](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-lucknow/), [Surat](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-surat/)
- All of India: [India](https://www.theblacklapel.com/bespoke-tailor-india/)
- NRI customers visiting Chennai: measurements taken on the visit, fittings scheduled around travel dates.