Getting a custom suit for the first time can feel intimidating if you do not know what to expect. You might wonder how long the process takes, what decisions you will need to make, whether someone is going to judge your current wardrobe, and whether the whole thing is worth the investment. These are all fair questions, and the answers are simpler and more reassuring than you might think.
A custom suit consultation is not a high-pressure sales pitch. It is a conversation with an expert who wants to understand your style, your needs, and your body so he can build something that fits you perfectly. At Bespoke By CB in Miami, Christian Boehm has been guiding clients through this process for over 37 years. This guide walks you through every step of a custom suit consultation at Bespoke By CB, from the moment you book your appointment to the day your finished suit is delivered to your door.
Step 1: Booking Your Consultation
The process begins when you book your consultation. Bespoke By CB offers five ways to meet, so you can choose the option that works best for your schedule and comfort level.
Miami Showroom
Visit the Bespoke By CB showroom at 1000 Brickell Avenue, Suite 11F-1120, Miami, FL 33131. This is the most immersive option. You can browse the full fabric library, see sample garments, and experience the art of bespoke tailoring firsthand. The showroom is designed to make you feel comfortable, not rushed. You will have time to explore fabrics, ask questions, and understand the process at your own pace.
Fort Lauderdale Club
For clients in Broward County, Bespoke By CB offers private appointments at a club in Fort Lauderdale. Same level of service, same fabric library, closer to home if you are north of Miami.
In-Home or Office Consultations
Christian comes to you anywhere in South Florida, including Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach counties. He brings the full fabric library and takes all measurements on site. This is the most convenient option for busy professionals who cannot break away for a showroom visit, or for clients who prefer the privacy of their own home or office.
Virtual Consultations
If you are not in South Florida, or if you prefer to meet remotely, Christian offers virtual consultations via Zoom. You can discuss your style goals, explore fabric options, and begin the design process online. Measurements can be taken during a follow-up in person, or Christian can guide you through a self-measurement process for clients who live outside Florida.
Fly-Out Service
For clients anywhere in the world, Christian will travel to you. This is the ultimate bespoke service, bringing the full Bespoke By CB experience to your location. Fly-out service is ideal for executives, entertainers, and clients who value convenience above all else.
Booking is simple. Visit bespokecb.com/book, choose your consultation type, and select a date and time that works for you. You can also call (954) 498-8206 to schedule by phone.
Step 2: The Initial Conversation
When your consultation begins, the first thing Christian does is talk with you. Not at you. This is a conversation about your life, your wardrobe, and your goals. Expect questions like:
What occasions are you dressing for? Business, weddings, social events, or all of the above?
What do you currently wear, and what do you like or dislike about it?
Are there specific style references or looks you admire?
What is your typical day like? Do you sit at a desk, travel frequently, or attend events?
Do you have any fit issues with off-the-rack clothing? Where does it feel wrong?
What colors and patterns are you drawn to?
This conversation is the foundation of everything that follows. Christian uses your answers to guide fabric selection, recommend style details, and ensure the suit he builds serves your actual life, not a generic version of it. A suit for a Brickell attorney who wears it daily in court will be different from a suit for a groom who will wear it once on his wedding day, and Bespoke By CB treats those as two completely different projects.
Step 3: Fabric Selection
After the initial conversation, Christian guides you through the fabric library. This is where the Bespoke By CB experience truly stands apart. You are not choosing from a catalog of generic fabrics. You are handling swatches from the most prestigious mills in the world.
The Mills
Bespoke By CB works with English, Italian, and Australian mills including:
Scabal: English mill known for super-fine worsted wools and luxury blends.
Holland and Sherry: English heritage mill with an unmatched range of suitings and coatings.
Loro Piana: Italian mill famous for the finest natural fibers in the world, including vicuna, cashmere, and ultra-fine wool.
Dormeuil: French-English mill specializing in luxury fabrics with innovative blends.
Ariston: Italian mill known for lightweight, breathable fabrics ideal for warm climates.
Marzoni: Italian mill offering a wide range of classic and contemporary suitings.
Albini/Thomas Mason: English mill renowned for premium shirting fabrics.
Gladson: Distributor of premium fabrics from multiple European mills.
Choosing the Right Fabric for Miami
Christian will help you select fabrics that work for South Florida climate. Lightweight wools (super 120s to 150s) breathe well and resist wrinkling, making them ideal for year-round wear in Miami. Linen and linen blends offer maximum breathability for outdoor events and summer months. Tropical wool is specifically engineered for warm weather, with an open weave that allows air to circulate.
If you are ordering a suit for a specific occasion, like a wedding, Christian will factor in the venue, season, and dress code. A beach wedding in July calls for different fabric than a ballroom gala in December, and Bespoke By CB has the expertise to guide you to the right choice.
Step 4: Style and Design Details
Once the fabric is selected, you and Christian will work through the design details that make your suit unique. This is where bespoke truly differs from made-to-measure or off-the-rack. Every element is your choice.
Jacket Style
Single or double-breasted: Single-breasted is the versatile classic. Double-breasted makes a bolder statement and works well for formal occasions.
Two-piece or three-piece: A two-piece suit includes jacket and trousers. A three-piece adds a vest, which is ideal for weddings and formal events.
Lapel style: Notch lapels are the most versatile. Peak lapels are more formal and assertive. Shawl lapels are reserved for tuxedos and dinner jackets.
Button configuration: One-button, two-button, or three-button jackets, each creating a different silhouette.
Vents: Center vent, side vents, or no vent. Side vents are the most functional and flattering for most body types.
Pockets: Flap pockets, patch pockets, or jetted pockets for a cleaner formal look.
Trousers
Pleated or flat front: Flat front is modern and clean. Pleated offers more room through the thigh and a classic look.
Waistband style: Side adjusters or belt loops, depending on how you prefer to wear your trousers.
Break: Full break, half break, or no break. The break determines where the trouser hem meets your shoe.
Cuff: Turn-up cuffs add weight and structure to the trouser bottom. No cuff creates a cleaner, more modern line.
Personalization
Custom lining: Choose from a wide range of lining fabrics and colors, including collegiate and sports team themes.
Monogramming: Your initials embroidered inside the jacket or on the shirt cuff.
Button selection: Horn buttons, mother-of-pearl, or custom options.
Functional buttonholes: Surgeon cuffs with working buttonholes, a hallmark of bespoke tailoring.
Christian will guide you through each of these choices, offering recommendations based on your body type, style preferences, and the occasions you are dressing for. You are never left to figure it out alone. That is the Bespoke By CB difference.
Step 5: The Measurement Process
This is the step that separates true bespoke from everything else. Christian takes over 34 unique body measurements to draft your personal pattern from scratch. This is not the 10-to-15 measurement process used by made-to-measure companies that modify an existing block pattern. Bespoke By CB creates a completely unique pattern for every client.
Measurements taken during your consultation include:
Neck, chest, waist, and hip circumference
Shoulder width and slope
Sleeve length and armhole depth
Back length and torso length
Bicep, wrist, and forearm circumference
Thigh, knee, and ankle circumference
Inseam and outseam
Posture assessment and body asymmetry check
Christian also observes how you stand, how your shoulders sit, and whether you have any postural quirks that affect fit. One shoulder is often slightly lower than the other. One arm may be slightly longer. These differences are invisible in off-the-rack clothing because standard sizing assumes symmetry. Bespoke By CB accounts for every asymmetry, which is why a bespoke suit feels like a second skin.
All measurements are recorded in your personal profile and kept permanently. When you reorder in the future, your pattern is ready. No remeasuring required.
Step 6: Pattern Creation and Construction
After your consultation, your measurements are sent to master tailors who draft your personal paper pattern by hand. This pattern is cut from scratch based on your 34+ measurements. It is not a computer-generated pattern or a modified stock pattern. It is a one-of-a-kind pattern created exclusively for your body.
The construction process includes:
Hand-cut paper pattern: The traditional method, not a computer file. Your pattern is a physical artifact that can be refined and adjusted over time.
Half-canvas or full-canvas construction: The canvas interior gives the jacket its structure and allows it to mold to your body over time. Fused construction, used by most off-the-rack and many made-to-measure brands, does not breathe or adapt the same way.
Hand-finished details: Buttonholes, lining, and edges are finished by hand for a level of quality that machine construction cannot match.
Multiple fittings during construction: Depending on the garment, a baste fitting or forward fitting may be scheduled to check the fit before the suit is fully finished.
This process takes time. Custom suits from Bespoke By CB typically require 4 to 6 weeks from consultation to delivery. Rush options may be available for time-sensitive occasions like weddings. If you have a deadline, mention it during your consultation and Christian will let you know what is possible.
Step 7: The Fitting
When your suit is complete, you come in for a fitting. This is not a formality. It is a critical step in the bespoke process. Christian checks every aspect of the fit:
Does the collar sit flat against your neck?
Do the shoulders lie cleanly without ridge or divot?
Does the jacket close without pulling across the chest?
Is the sleeve length correct, showing the right amount of shirt cuff?
Does the jacket length cover your seat appropriately?
Do the trousers break correctly at the shoe?
Is there any excess fabric or tension anywhere on the garment?
If any adjustments are needed, and they often are on a first suit, the tailor makes them on the spot. All adjustments are recorded in your pattern so that future garments are perfect from the first wear. This is the beauty of a personal pattern. It gets better over time as your profile accumulates fitting data.
Step 8: Delivery
Your finished suit is hand-pressed and delivered to you. Christian walks you through how to wear it, how to care for it, and what to pair it with. If you ordered shirts or accessories to complement the suit, those arrive at the same time.
At this point, your pattern is on file permanently. Reordering is simple. You can call, email, or book online and request a new suit in a different fabric or with different details. The fit will be identical because your pattern is already perfect. Many Bespoke By CB clients build their wardrobe over time, adding a new suit or custom shirts every few months until they have a complete rotation.
What to Bring to Your Consultation
To get the most out of your custom suit consultation at Bespoke By CB, here are a few things to bring or consider:
Wear a well-fitting dress shirt: This helps Christian see how a shirt interacts with your body and gives him a baseline for collar and shoulder fit.
Bring reference photos: If you have images of suits, lapels, or looks you admire, bring them. Visual references are incredibly helpful.
Know your occasions: Think about where you will wear the suit. Work, weddings, events, or all of the above. This shapes every design decision.
Bring your schedule: If you have an upcoming event, wedding, or trip, let Christian know so he can plan the timeline accordingly.
Ask questions: There are no dumb questions in a bespoke consultation. Christian has heard them all and is happy to explain every step of the process.
Be yourself: The goal is a suit that reflects your personality and style, not a generic version of what someone else thinks you should wear.
How Bespoke By CB Can Help
A custom suit consultation at Bespoke By CB is not just about buying a suit. It is about building a relationship with a tailor who understands your body, your style, and your life. Here is what sets the Bespoke By CB consultation experience apart:
37+ years of expertise: Christian Boehm is a master designer, not a salesperson. He has fitted CEOs, athletes, attorneys, entertainers, and discerning clients across the country.
34+ measurements: Not 10 or 15. Your suit is built from a comprehensive assessment of your body, resulting in a pattern drafted from scratch.
Five consultation options: Showroom, Fort Lauderdale club, in-home, virtual, or fly-out. Meet however is most convenient for you.
World-class fabric library: Scabal, Holland and Sherry, Loro Piana, Dormeuil, and other prestigious mills, all available to touch and compare.
Miami climate expertise: Fabrics and construction details chosen for South Florida heat and humidity, so your suit looks good and feels comfortable.
Personal pattern on file: Reorder anytime, from anywhere in the world. Your pattern is saved permanently.
Full wardrobe service: Suits, tuxedos, shirts, trousers, sport coats, and accessories, all built from the same personal pattern.
Custom suits at Bespoke By CB start at $1,299. The investment reflects the craftsmanship: a personal pattern, 34+ measurements, hand-finished construction, and fabrics from the world's finest mills. A suit from Bespoke By CB will fit better, last longer, and make you look sharper than anything you can buy off a rack. Book your consultation today and discover why Bespoke By CB is Miami's premier destination for custom tailoring.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a custom suit consultation take?
Plan for 45 to 90 minutes for your first consultation at Bespoke By CB. The time includes the initial conversation, fabric selection, style decisions, and the full measurement process. If you are someone who likes to take time with fabric choices, it may take longer. There is no rush. Christian is thorough and wants to get every detail right.
How much does a custom suit cost at Bespoke By CB?
Custom suits at Bespoke By CB start at $1,299. Final pricing depends on the fabric you select from the premium mill library and any additional construction details. Christian will be transparent about pricing throughout the consultation so there are no surprises.
How long does it take to get my custom suit?
Expect 4 to 6 weeks from your first consultation to final delivery. Rush options may be available depending on fabric availability and the tailor's schedule. If you have a wedding or event with a firm deadline, mention it during your consultation and Bespoke By CB will do everything possible to meet it.
Do I need to come to the Miami showroom for my consultation?
No. Bespoke By CB offers five consultation options: the Brickell showroom, a private club in Fort Lauderdale, in-home or office visits throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach, virtual consultations via Zoom, and fly-out service for clients anywhere in the world. Choose whatever is most convenient for you.
What if my suit needs adjustments after the fitting?
That is completely normal and expected. Bespoke By CB includes a final fitting specifically to catch any needed adjustments. If the tailor needs to make changes, they are done at no additional cost. All adjustments are recorded in your personal pattern so future orders fit perfectly from the first wear.
Can I order additional suits later without another consultation?
Yes. Your measurements and personal pattern are saved permanently at Bespoke By CB. You can reorder by phone, email, or online. Simply choose a new fabric and any style changes, and your suit will be built from your existing pattern. Many clients add to their wardrobe over time, building a rotation of suits, shirts, and accessories.
Does Bespoke By CB make suits for weddings?
Absolutely. Bespoke By CB specializes in custom wedding suits and tuxedos for grooms, groomsmen, and wedding parties. Christian coordinates with your wedding planner and can create coordinated looks for the entire party. Wedding packages include complimentary shirts with qualifying purchases.
