Dispelling The Top 7 Myths Of Bespoke Shirts | Kirby Allison

[@richardalanduncan]

Unlike another who commented, I thought that Wil is extremely confident in his decision to wear plaid on plaid. I would have loved to hear him speak to that issue. When, where, why, and how does he think it appropriate? Also, like others, we simply must see and hear him discuss (and demonstrate) laundering and ironing - especially getting soil and sweat off lighter-colored dress shirt collars and cuffs. Kirby either left some of the most obvious follow-up questions unasked or he is a genius for setting up an obvious next interview with an absolutely engaging, confident, competent, articulate, interesting guest. I prefer to think it was the latter! Excellent interview. Much appreciated.

[@Myrslokstok]

Rick Duncan If you are Will you can wear whatever combo you like. The pattern are of different scale but matching in color. At a distanse it looks great. Close up you see the tought that whent in to it.

[@BobbyReed]

Just hand-washed my pale green Charvet French cuff masterpiece shirt while watching this vid (going to use it Saturday). Speaking of hand-washing Charvet shirts, I would never send this out; way too special. Can't wait to see the INTERNATIONAL SHIRT PRESSING PRESS-OFF starring you two, coming to a Texan or UK stadium near you.

[@lovefoodisgood]

Definitely need a film of Will laundering and pressing a shirt! (please) ps 30 degrees celcius is a very low temp wash in the UK

[@brentnewbury9329]

Okay, Kirby, we really need a video with Wil on "How to press/iron a shirt"

[@classicrecordings]

Never dry clean a shirt. A good shirt should always be washed and hung to dry.

[@G0J0_Satoru717]

Great video! I would like to see a video of Wil pressing a shirt. Looking forward to it!

[@AaronsRandomLife]

Great video Kirby! It's great to hear a shirtmaker opinions and advice.

[@asherarnold5884]

Please do a video showing his ironing process. I would love to see his shirt laundering technique and Ironing technique. How to Iron a shirt from a master shirt maker would be a hit video.

[@KMaybach1]

When it comes to machine vs. handmade shirts, I agree with Will, that it maily comes down to individual preference and the maker. Some makers want to show the handwork more than others by using a contrasting coloured thread etc. If you like a handmade shirt with a more of understated look and finish, so well that you have problems noticing the handwork, because it is so fine and well executed I can recommend Kiton.

[@reychop]

I agree fit is still king. I hope you’ll invite Hugo from sartorial talk sometime in the future. :)

[@marconda771]

reychop_EXE yes! Hugo and Kirby together would be memorable

[@robtaylor1064]

I would love to see both of you show us how to iron a shirt. I’m sure there is some good “tips and tricks involved..

[@furdiebant]

Wil gets it. Thank you both for this video and safe travels Wil.

[@yetanotheremily]

I'd love to see tutorials on how to wash and press a shirt!

[@thebomb363]

Great video and insight into a shirt makers opinion. Kirby love the background family photos, drinks and Anderson&Sheppard shoe .🔥👍

[@Myrslokstok]

The true point of high quality stuff is to take care of it. What I mean is that a high quality gearment will last longer and age well. Then it develops patina and caracter that can not be bougt for money. It is that x-factor thing.

[@meowymeow282]

Yes a nice yellow patina near the axillary area.

[@Myrslokstok]

meowy meow? You got to think true; the taking care of part, before you buy a delicate white dressshirt.

[@岡田展昌]

Hello.kirby,do you recommend Acorn fabric ?

[@miRaxTiPa]

Make that pressing video tutorial with Wil, please

[@wt460]

Will may be the best shirtmaker in the world, but his style needs tons of help. Black t-shirt, plaid untucked shirt, and a plaid sports coat. If you are trying to sell a shirt, you absolutely don’t go on a taped interview and make your shirt look the worst possible by the other clothes you are wearing. It is almost liked Kirby said, Will please dress up just a little bit for the interview. Then Will pulled out a crumpled sports coat and threw it on, but forgot to tuck in his shirt. It is difficult to listen to what is supposed to be the best shirtmaker in the world and can’t stand to look at the shirt because his other clothes are so poorly chosen. Crazy!

[@BobbyReed]

I was thinking the same thing. His delivery was very pro and clear, but they should have called in a stylist for this shoot.

[@robtaylor1064]

Agreed!! I’m surprised Kirby (with his good taste) didn’t suggest an alternative look...

[@sean1e100]

Yup. A beard trim and haircut wouldn’t have killed him either. 😕

[@Rei2140]

Great video! Informative Q&A. I also enjoy laundering & pressing my dress shirts in the same way I enjoy shining my shoes. I agree with the comments below that a video with Will going over proper shirt care would be valuable. I keep thinking you've come along way from fireside videos of you darning socks, that being said that video was informative also. Keep up the great content. Steve

[@nguyenvinhphat7]

So I just bought my first pair of Edward Green, it's a 202 last - chestnut antique calf. I would like to purchase everything that I need to care for my shoes. Can you give me a recommendation of what I should get? I planning on polishing the shoe

[@kingsal1212]

I would recommend getting saphir renovateur, saphir shoe cream (get neutral if you don't want to screw around with pigment), and get the neutral mirror wax. Also get some 100% cotton t shirts to use as a shammy.

[@markalexander774]

Is breaking a button really that much of a problem? I have never broken a button on any shirt, even with extremely cheap shirts with crap quality plastic buttons, I have never broken nor lost a button before. Are you guys doing physical work in button up shirts or something? Anytime I am doing something physical, I do not wear button up shirts. Laundering a shirt comes to a matter of hours worn and what you are doing when you wear it. If I put a shirt on just for going out for dinner, so total wear time of only a couple of hours doing something non-strenuous, I will not wash it, I will just put it back on the hanger good to go for the next time that I wear it. If, however, I wear a shirt for an entire day, and during that day I am active and walking around doing things, I will wash that shirt before I wear it again.

[@Nemioke]

I cracked to laughter in some spots. "30 degrees centigrade (should be celsius)" as "hot?" It's cold. And laundering shirt at home hard? Stuff it into a washbag, throw it into the machine, one spoonful of detergent. Set temp and dry on a hanger. Way simpler than the dry cleaner hassle. Ironing takes 3-10 minutes even on unfused, just ironed 5 of them in 40 minutes. Maybe some home chores should be learned as well? It's not very manly to be helpless with basic stuff.

[@abovetheruins88]

Centigrade is Celsius.

[@Nemioke]

@@abovetheruins88 Yes, it is - but nobody in Celsius-using countries uses that definition. However, that video made laundry to appear all too complex. If it feels complex, one has some basics to learn on household chores.

[@Enrico-]

@@Nemioke In Italy people say centigrade

[@teekue]

@@Nemioke In Germany we do.

[@samirmehta5614]

What is price range of his shirts

[@canyonoverlook9937]

The problem with off the rack shirts is the armholes are too low and you can't lift your arms.

[@FinalPattern11]

Recently received 2 made-to-measure shirts by Figaret here in Paris and they’re great (president Macron uses this shirt brand) but would love a review on this fashion house.

[@paulmcgee1867]

Used them too when I lived in Paris. Also look at Hilditch and Key

[@waynepb900]

The gentlemen appear to be drinking Boulevardiers, the Charles Boyer of cocktails.

[@MindbodyMedic]

Now, all I need is a platinum credit card!

[@SansAziza]

He didn't finish his drink. I don't know why that bothers me.

[@FinalPattern11]

SansAziza you’ll know when you finish your 12th step.

[@fernandoruiz5794]

Hey kirby pressing a shirt it doesn’t take that long 😂 you have to sharpen your skills

[@sydmaker4115]

Fr

[@krausewitz6786]

Do I even want to know how expensive his shirts are? The fitting alone is £250!

[@smeercat]

I enjoy pressing my shirts too.

[@dwampss]

I just throw all my shirts away after 1 wear. I can't be bothered to wash them myself or take it to the butcher/dry cleaners

[@qarhsi]

Wil Whiting definitely is very knowledgeable and good at his work. however, his undershirt was showing and his beard & facial hair could be neater. in fact, someone can choose not to wear expensive, bespoke clothing and still look more polished than someone who does.

[@masoodkhan427]

Not sure abt this guys plaid combination …it’s too busy ..I guess we are all entitled to our style …

[@legerpascal2163]

u drink fast Dear Kirby. even with a bespoke, ur liver isn't invincible.

[@nowornever2504]

With all due respect, not sure if I wanna have my shirt made by someone who wears a plaid jacket over a plaid shirt...eek.