Price is usually one of the first questions people ask about a custom suit, and it's a fair one. A good suit is a real purchase, and a clear answer helps you plan. Here's the straight answer at Di Lorenzo, what moves the number up or down, and what the process looks like from your first visit to your finished suit.
Di Lorenzo Custom Apparel is an appointment-only shop on Thunder Road, near the Galleria, founded in January 2021 by a father and son. Dominic Ricciardi was born in Rome and has more than 20 years of wardrobe consulting behind him. He runs the shop with his son Alessandro, and our in-house tailor brings 40 years of experience.
The short answer
Made-to-measure suits at Di Lorenzo start at $1,295. The final price depends on the cloth you choose and the details you add, so $1,295 is a starting point, not a flat rate. Every suit includes one fitting, and you should allow at least 8 weeks after that fitting. The consultation is free, and every visit is by appointment.
What a made-to-measure suit costs at Di Lorenzo
The starting price of $1,295 covers a suit made to your measurements. You aren't picking a size off a rail and hoping it works. You're choosing a suit made for you.
From there, the final number is shaped by your choices. Because the price depends on your cloth and details, the best time to get your number is at your free consultation, once you've seen the options for yourself.
Plan for timing as well: each suit includes one fitting, and you should allow at least 8 weeks after it. If you have a date in mind, tell us at the consultation so the schedule works comfortably. You can read more about our custom suits in Dallas before you come in.
What moves the price up or down
The cloth. This is the biggest factor in the final price. Our cloth comes from leading mills, and a finer cloth costs more than a simple, hard-wearing one. It's also the choice most worth your time, because it decides how the suit looks, feels and wears for years.
The details. The details you choose, such as lapels, pockets, lining and buttons, also shape the final price. Two suits in the same cloth can land at different prices because of the details alone.
Custom suit vs off the rack
Off the rack has two real advantages. You can take it home the same day, and the price is printed on the tag. What you can't change is the pattern it was cut from, so the shoulders, waist or sleeves often still need work before the suit sits right.
A custom suit is made to your measurements, and you choose the cloth and the details instead of settling for what's already hanging there. In plain terms: one is made for you, the other is picked from what already exists.
Off the rack is faster and cheaper up front. A custom suit costs more and takes longer. If you wear a suit often, or the day matters, made to measure is the one you'll be glad you chose.
What the process looks like
1. A free consultation. Book a time and sit down with us to talk through the suit you need: where you'll wear it, how often, and the look you want. The consultation is free. Book your free consultation when you're ready.
2. Measurements and choices. We take your measurements and help you choose your cloth and details.
3. Your fitting. We check the fit with you at your fitting. Allow at least 8 weeks after the fitting for your finished suit. If you wear a suit often, it's well worth the wait.
Wedding suits and tuxedos
We make wedding suits and tuxedos to measure, so the jacket and trousers follow your measurements rather than a size chart. See our custom wedding suits in Dallas. For grooms, a custom suit is the go-to choice. A rental is worn for one day and handed back. A custom suit is a lasting memory you keep for life.
We can also stitch your wedding date inside the collar. It's a small line of thread that turns a suit into a keepsake.
Suit or tuxedo? A tuxedo suits a black tie evening, with its satin-faced lapels and formal accessories. A suit is the easier choice for a daytime or less formal ceremony. Either way, book your consultation early, so there are at least 8 weeks after your fitting before the big day.
Alterations and aftercare
Our in-house tailor, with 40 years of experience, also handles alterations in Dallas, and alterations are for everyone, not only our suit clients. Bring in whatever needs adjusting.
A little care keeps a good suit looking right for years:
- Hang it on a broad hanger that supports the shoulders.
- Brush it after a few wears and let it air overnight before it goes back in the closet.
- Rotate between suits when you can. Wool recovers between wears.
- Dry clean sparingly. Brushing and airing mean the suit needs less of it.
Book a free consultation
We're at 4919 Thunder Road, Dallas TX 75244, near the Galleria. Call or text (972) 970-2024. We answer the phone and book appointments from 10am to 6pm daily, and visits are by appointment only. You can also send us a message to set a time.
In short, a custom suit in Dallas starts at $1,295 at Di Lorenzo. The final price comes down to the cloth and the details you choose, and you should allow at least 8 weeks after one fitting. Book your free consultation and we'll price the suit you actually want.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a custom suit cost in Dallas?
At Di Lorenzo, made-to-measure suits start at $1,295. The final price depends on the cloth you choose and the details you add, and you'll get your number at the free consultation.
How long does a custom suit take?
Allow at least 8 weeks after your fitting. Each suit includes one fitting.
Is a custom suit worth it compared with off the rack?
Off the rack is faster and cheaper up front, while a custom suit is made to your measurements in the cloth and details you choose. If you wear a suit often, or the occasion matters, made to measure is worth it.
Do you make wedding suits and tuxedos?
Yes. We make wedding suits and tuxedos to measure, and we can stitch your wedding date inside the collar. Book a free consultation early, so there are at least 8 weeks after your fitting before your wedding.