Timothy Hanchett is a bespoke apprentice and made-to-measure specialist at Induere TO in Toronto, Canada. With around 2 years of experience in the industry, Timothy has honed his skills to provide high-quality, customized garments for his clients. His dedication to continuous improvement and passion for creating unique pieces make him a credible expert in the world of tailoring.
In this episode, you will learn:
- The importance of personal style and how made-to-measure garments can help you achieve a better fit and showcase your individuality.
- The process of accurate measurements and how they play a crucial role in creating custom garments that fit perfectly.
- Red flags to look out for when choosing a made-to-measure specialist, including signs of lack of training or expertise in the field.
👔 GET MY FREE GUIDE TO HELP YOU DRESS BETTER
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and Embracing Individuality
00:36 Meet Reg Ferguson: Fashion Geek
00:55 The Importance of Personal Style
01:41 Interview with Timothy Hanchett: Made to Measure Specialist
02:33 The Journey to Becoming a Bespoke Apprentice
04:10 The Art of Made to Measure
05:54 Overcoming Challenges in Virtual Fittings
09:57 The Importance of Quality and Detail in Tailoring
17:08 The Struggles of Starting a Made to Measure Business
23:50 The Art of Virtual Measurements
27:51 Why Choose Made to Measure Over Ready to Wear
30:57 The Art of Tailoring and Customer Satisfaction
31:53 The Struggles of Passionate Artisans in a Profit-Driven Industry
32:33 Building a Relationship with Customers
33:01 The Transformation from Ready-to-Wear to Custom-Made
34:08 Identifying Red Flags in Choosing a Made-to-Measure Specialist
36:37 The Importance of Finding the Right Specialist
39:38 The Role of Reputation and Word of Mouth in Fashion
46:00 The Significance of the First Bespoke Commission
47:51 The Impact of Fashion on Individuality and Confidence
49:00 The Evolution of Fashion and Its Role in Society
56:17 The Importance of Dressing for Yourself
58:53 Final Thoughts and Future Collaborations
CONNECT WITH REG
🌐www.nyfashiongeek.com
📸https://www.instagram.com/newyorkfashiongeek/?hl=en
💼 https://www.linkedin.com/in/reginald-ferguson?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2F
🎵 https://www.tiktok.com/@newyorkfashiongeek
CONNECT WITH TIMOTHY:
📸Instagram: @induere_to
Popular Podcasts
Stuff You Should Know
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.
Dateline NBC
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!