Cut to Order Fabrics

What does it mean when a fabric is “cut to order”? The simplest answer is also the most obvious: a fabric that is cut to order is not pre-cut. Instead, it is only separated from its bolt once the fabric is going to be used, in say, a new suit or a shirt. 

But that exacting definition doesn’t tell the whole story. A cut to order fabric represents the very opposite of mass-manufacturing. The decision to cut the fabric isn’t made by the factory, but by you, the client, once you’ve landed on which fabric you want your new suit or shirt to be made from.

Cut to order fabrics are sometimes, but not always, indicative of a higher level of quality. For instance, you may experience a cut to order fabric if you’ve decided to have a new suit made with wool sourced from a heritage Italian mill.Lastly, cut to order fabrics are a more sustainable, environmentally friendly choice. Because the fabric is cut only after an order is placed, it keeps waste to a minimum and prevents excess clothing from being discarded.