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Now, if only bespoke shorts and tshirts became a thing.

I’d happily pay a decent sum for a set of charcoal tshirts that fit me perfectly and last for a few years of daily use. Bonus points of I get to choose a fabric other than pure cotton.

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They are a thing. Find a local tailor. (They often hide out at dry cleaners, but not all of them are good :) OK, that will be more made-to-measure than bespoke - the difference there being that bespoke comes with a master tailor who does a really exhaustive initial consult on what patterns work for you, what fabrics work best, what specific cuts to choose, etc, while m-t-m is more "we measure you, you get a standard tshirt". It'll still be lightyears better than anything you get in a shop.

I'd expect you'll be in the range of $100 per tshirt, +/-

And yes, of course you get to choose a fabric, that's the point of bespoke :) It's also the major cost factor. Depending on your taste, there are some expensive fabrics to have.

Get a sewing machine and start making your own clothing. I've been trying my hand at it and I've made a few shirts and pants I wear during the weekends. They still look a bit shabby and not decent enough to wear for work thought.

Just take your tees to an (alterations) tailor if you want the perfect fit. They can do a lot. One problem though: your body changes.

Good idea, actually. I’ll try a local taylor.

I imagine you could do this via a local tailor.

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