Carl Goldberg is a renowned custom shirt maker who began his business, CEGO Custom Shirtmakers, in 1983. With over 30 years of experience in creating bespoke shirts, Carl has crafted garments for Broadway productions, Hollywood films, and discerning clients around the world. His expertise in hand-cutting and sewing, along with his understanding of complex fabrics and patterns, makes him the perfect guest to delve into the art and science of custom shirtmaking.
In this episode, you'll learn,
- The intricate process and timelines involved in creating a custom shirt from scratch.
- How collaborations with design students from prestigious fashion schools like FIT and Parsons enhance the garment-making process.
- The unique challenges and solutions involved in working with vintage fabrics and executing rush orders for the entertainment industry.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to Custom Shirt Making
00:10 Meet Carl Goldberg: The Custom Shirt Maker
00:55 Understanding Custom Shirts vs. Bespoke
01:52 The Process of Making a Custom Shirt
01:56 Why Choose a Custom Shirt?
03:48 Fitting and Measurements
05:50 Trends in Custom Shirts
07:26 Creating Patterns for Custom Shirts
10:51 Turnaround Time and Adjustments
15:38 Broadway and Hollywood Projects
20:01 From Broadway to Hollywood
25:49 Broadway vs. TV: Fabric Choices
26:23 Tech Down: The Secret to Perfect Whites
26:50 Stripes and Patterns: What Works on TV
27:38 Theater Costumes: Bold and Visible
28:28 Vintage Fabrics: A Collector's Passion
29:28 The Dark Side of Non-Iron Shirts
30:47 Challenges of Vintage Fabric Acquisition
32:38 Creative Solutions: Deconstructing Dresses
33:50 Personal Style: Florals and Hawaiian Prints
34:53 Thrift Store Finds: A Shirt's Journey
37:32 New York Memories: From Surplus to Style
39:11 Eisenberg's Coffee Shop and Neighborhood Stories
44:23 Fashion Tips: Fit, Feel, and Fabric
48:13 Final Thoughts: Always Be Fly
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