I brought two suits, one Corneliani and one Canali, for tailoring at Alpian's. I have lived in European cities and have had outstanding tailors, and I know tailoring and what I want. Neither suit was altered as I wanted it in the end, and required multiple visits and constant negotiations with them. Upon the last visit to at least get the trousers right, I got attitude from the proprietor who did not want to work on them further claiming they'd done all they can. Beware: here, the customer is not right--and you pay up front for this attitude. Thus, I have two suits I can't wear after blowing money with them. If you want real value and skill, and service, don't go here. Spend the time to go to Brooklyn and to Paramount Tailors. They are artists, and at less cost--and no attitude.
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