Compared to suitmaking, the process of tailoring shirts is relatively simple although it follows much the same process. Generally there is no fitting and our first-time customers will typically request one shirt. After the first shirt, our return customers frequently come in or telephone for ten or twenty shirts at a time. Once you've settled on the style details that suit your taste, ordering shirts is simple and hassle-free.

The first step is choosing a fabric that you like. We have over 1,000 different materials of varying weights, textures, and colors to choose from. Most of our fabrics are imported from Italy. It's a good idea to make a mental note of your second and third choices; they will often become the first choice when it's time to order more shirts.

Choosing the style that is right for you begins with the collar. Wide? Long? Button-down?

Things to consider are whether you will wear a tieand the size of knot you prefer, the shape of your face, and the length of your neck. The collar of your shirt has the power to enhance your better facial features and minimize your lesser ones.

Next we consider the type of cuff to use. Do you prefer the single-layer button cuff or the folded over French cuff? Cuffs come in various shapes as well. Will you wear square, round, or cutaway cuffs? Often these choices will be influenced by you choice of collar style.

We will take down all of the details and special requests you may have. Monogram; number, color, and style of buttons; color and type of stitching; number and placement of pockets. Any other special requests you may have can be fulfilled as well.

If you are having or have ever had a suit made by us, this step is already complete. Otherwise, only a handful of measurements are necessary to make the perfect shirt for you.

Each piece of fabric is then carefully cut to perfectly match your measurements and style choices.

Most shirt-makers use machines to do 100% of the sewing work. At Dave's, we still pay close attention to every detail. Much of the edge stitching and collar work is done by skilled tailors hands.

After seven days, your shirts are ready for you to come and pick up. If you prefer, we can deliver your shirts to almost any location worldwide.

Nearly every one of our clients who has a shirt made at Dave's comes back for more. Once you've been through this process the first time, reordering is simple. If you are in town, you need only select the materials and we'll take care of the rest. If you're elsewhere in the world, we'll send you samples to choose from via express courier. Simply give us a general direction and we'll narrow it down for you.