100 Years Of Oxxford Clothing

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The Oxxford Tradition 
One of the most cherished brands in U.S. history, Oxxford Clothing is about to celebrate its centennial. Most of the hoopla is happening in the second half of 2016, but to prepare ourselves, we paid a visit to Oxxford president Bob Denton and sales director Chris Brueckner at the Oxxford store in midtown Manhattan.

What we learned: There is a definite yin and yang dynamic between the core Oxxford customers and a new generation just starting to appreciate the heritage, authenticity and hand craftsmanship inherent in Oxxford clothing. Asked if it might make sense to offer a slightly lower priced collection so that more young guys can get introduced to such exceptional hand tailoring (Oxxford ready to wear suits retail between $4,000 and $5,500, with custom an additional 10 percent), Denton answers this way: “We can’t produce a less expensive collection because our (Chicago) factory only knows how to make the best. We don’t have the machinery to cut through layers of fabric; we cut one suit at a time. We hand match every plaid, even inside the sleeves. We make our own canvas with a supplier in Italy: the fabric is hung out to line dry over the Adriatic Sea. The lapel roll is based on rows of hand stitching; we use no tape on the armhole to allow for extra give. We don’t know how to produce clothing any other way.”
Although 80 percent of Oxxford’s business is custom, Denton maintains that retailers need to stock key styles and sizes so customers can touch and try on before buying. “You don’t buy a Mercedes without driving it first,” he points out. “A good example is the brighter blue shades we are now selling so well; without a sample, the customer is less likely to request it.” Denton also notes that since today’s slimmer fits present challenges, basted try-ons are an important accommodation.

 

About Us

Oxxford Clothes was founded in 1916 by Jacob and Louis Weinberg in Chicago, Illinois, where our factory still produces the finest garments made in the United States. Located in Chicago’s West Loop, Oxxford Clothes has been creating bespoke and made-to-measure clothing for CEOs, politicians, actors, and celebrities such as Cary Grant, Walt Disney, and Joe DiMaggio for 100 years. Using only the finest fabrics from around the world, including Holland & Sherry, Loro Piana, Scabal and Dormeuil, Oxxford pieces can be found in specialty shops across the United States along with our Showroom in Chicago and our flagship store in New York. 
ver the years, Oxxford Clothes has been involved with various projects, including creating NASCAR’s Official Hall of Fame blazers, feature films such as Ali, The Contender, and The Untouchables, and also creating Santa’s suit for the Armed Forces. The brand has been featured in a variety of publications, ranging from Women’s Wear Daily to AdWeek to Esquire. Every garment is handmade and handcrafted in the city of Chicago, and is proudly given the distinction “Made in the USA.”

Oxxford Clothes, a company rich in tradition and history, has prided itself in being an American treasure. Each item is hand made in Chicago with the goal of making the finest garment in the world. Our client list, through our almost 100 year history, includes United States Presidents, Hollywood’s elite, and today is comprised of the “who’s who” of America’s business leaders.
Dozens of hours are put into each of our garments; from cutting the pattern to each stitch that is used, we still employ the same techniques tailors have used for generations. From the buttonholes, to the bar tacked pockets, to the Oxxford label inside, every stitch of an Oxxford suit is hand tailored to ensure that it upholds our century old tradition of quality. When there’s a better way to make a suit, we will change. Until then, we will remain faithful to the quality that only a hand tailored, Oxxford suit can deliver.
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