The Savile Row Suit: The Art of Bespoke Tailoring
The Savile Row Suit: The Art of Bespoke Tailoring
Expert Praise
Grant's passion for the craft is evident on every page, and his firsthand experiences offer readers an insider's view into the meticulous process
— The Bite
Couldn't load pickup availability
Why It Made The List
Step into the world of perfect tailoring on London’s most famous street with this truly fascinating book, which elegantly reveals how bespoke suits are made at their finest. It guides you through over two centuries of Savile Row heritage, showing how master cutters, cloth mills and even button makers all come together to craft one piece of clothing after another. Written by Patrick Grant, one of the Row’s own, it includes a step-by-step manual for creating a coat, waistcoat, trousers — even a shirt — in traditional Savile Row style. The design is rich, the insight rare, and the story of craftsmanship here feels quietly remarkable. If you’re interested in menswear, design or where tradition meets craft, this is a book you’ll keep returning to.
More on GESTALTEN
At A Glance
- Behind-the-scenes Savile Row tailoring
- Author: Savile Row icon Patrick Grant
- Follows a suit from pattern to final press
- Large format hardback, 176 pages
SPECIFICATIONS
SPECIFICATIONS
Format: 176 pages
Author: Patrick Grant
Dimensions: 22 × 29 cm
Binding: Linen hardcover
Material: Full colour print on FSC certified paper
Publisher: Gestalten
Release Date: April 2024
Language: English
Subject Focus: The art and craft of bespoke Savile Row tailoring, with detailed methods for hand-making classic garments
MORE DETAIL
MORE DETAIL
A richly illustrated hardcover book that brings the world of Savile Row tailoring into view, written by Patrick Grant and co edited with Gestalten.
Patrick Grant is one of the most recognisable figures in modern British menswear. He took over the historic Savile Row tailor Norton and Sons in 2005, later revived the heritage brand E Tautz, and has spent his career championing traditional craft, British manufacturing and responsible production. He is also known for judging The Great British Sewing Bee, where his approach to design and making is rooted in precision, respect for materials and an understanding of how garments are built.
The book explores more than two hundred years of craftsmanship on the famed London street and shows how hand made suits have been created for royals, rock stars and business leaders.
Grant describes the ecosystem of Savile Row. He explains the mills, trimming houses, tailors and cutters that together sustain the tradition of bespoke menswear.
The book documents the full process of making a suit on Savile Row. It includes a coat, waistcoat, trousers and a shirt in the style of a distinguished Jermyn Street maker. The craft is broken down through step by step manuals and detailed photography.
Printed in full colour, the book measures 22 × 29 cm and has 176 pages bound in a linen cover. It is produced on FSC certified paper which reflects the publisher’s care for materials and sustainability.
Clear, informative and beautifully produced, it offers both an insider’s guide and a visual tribute to one of the most respected tailoring traditions in the world.
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING AND RETURNS
SHIPPING OPTIONS
Standard - Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-3 business days): £2.95
DPD Next Business Day (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): £5.95
DPD Next Business Day by 12 Midday (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): £12.95
DPD Saturday Delivery (Cut-off: Fri 2pm): £9.95
DPD Saturday Delivery by 12 Midday (Cut off: Fri 2pm): £12.95
DPD Sunday Delivery (Cut-off: Fri 2pm): £9.95
18+ PRODUCTS
18+ Standard - Royal Mail Tracked 48 + Age Verified (2-3 business days): £4.95
18+ Express - Royal Mail Tracked 24 + Age Verified (Usually next business day but not guaranteed, cut-off 2pm Mon-Fri): £7.95
FREE SHIPPING
FREE Royal Mail Tracked 48 (2-3 Business Days): Orders £90+
FREE Premium DPD Next Business Day (Cut off: 2pm Mon-Fri): Orders £250+
*All time-specific deliveries are usually delivered within advertised timeframes, but carriers do not 100% guarantee
N.B. For 18+ orders that include bladed products or alcohol, a £2 surcharge is added to normal shipping costs, to cover the legally required Age Verification service (as detailed above). All such orders will be shipped via Royal Mail.
For some rural postcodes next day delivery is not possible. For more detail on these postcodes, please see our Shipping page. There is no system check for these postcodes, so please do not select these services if your delivery address falls within this list.
RETURNS
We offer 100-day returns, provided items are returned in a perfectly re-sellable condition (undamaged and in original condition with tags/packaging). For more detailed information on conditions of return and the process involved, please see our Returns policy page.

More From Gestalten
-
The Wild Game Cook Book
Vendor:Gestalten№142Regular price £35Regular priceUnit price / per£0.00Sale price £35 -
Original Man
Vendor:Gestalten№123Regular price £29.50Regular priceUnit price / per£0.00Sale price £29.50 -
Voyages: Sidetracked Beyond
Vendor:Gestalten№219Regular price £39.95Regular priceUnit price / per£0.00Sale price £39.95 -
Cliffhanger
Vendor:Gestalten№115Regular price £34Regular priceUnit price / per£0.00Sale price £34 -
Porsche 911: The Ultimate Sportscar
Vendor:Gestalten№329Regular price £34Regular priceUnit price / per£0.00Sale price £34 -
Beautiful Machines: The Era of the Elegant Sports Car
Vendor:Gestalten№221Regular price £54.95Regular priceUnit price / per£0.00Sale price £54.95
Shop Categories