After doing a great deal of research about bespoke suiting in New York, visiting tailors in person, and comparing prices and quality, I chose Kamaal to make the suit I would wear for my wedding. Honestly, I couldn't be happier. After wearing th...e suit, I understood why the customer before me during my first meeting with Kamaal told me this: "I've been getting bespoke suits made for years, but when I started going to him [Kamaal], I literally cleared out my closet. I don't really wear anything else anymore"
Kamaal is a talented and knowledgeable tailor. He also offers a range of fine materials at (very) reasonable prices. But these aren't actually what sets him apart (though, of course they could). What makes Kamaal different is that he takes the time to listen, and to really understand how you want to look and feel in a suit. And if you're anything like me, (and you probably are if you're thinking about getting a custom suit), you are highly particular about fit, comfort and silhouette. Having a tailor who not only makes sure that they really understand what you want, but who is also willing to get a sense of your personal style, is really essential.
Its also a pleasure to work with Kamaal. I live in BK, so its a trip to get into the city (and of course there is the mental block of getting from BK to Manhattan). Honestly, if the experience wasn't kinda fun, it would have been a huge drag--especially with all the other wedding planning stuff we had to do. But each time I went in, I left feeling more and more confident that I was just going to look great. If you want, Kamaal can weigh in with advice about style and look; but if your sense of style is a bit different than his, he won't be pushy. He can accommodate a range of styles, and does not fall back on a "house style" against which your suit will be made. The guy just knows his craft.
If you need something custom, Kamaal's your man.