Welcome to the Savile Row Client Spotlight

Dr. Matt Matava has been a valued client and friend of Savile Row for many years and has graciously agreed to take a moment and talk with David in our first client spotlight.

Q: As a native of St. Louis, the inevitable question has to be answered, where did you go to high school?  
A: (Laugh) I attended St. Charles High School.

Q: After high school where did you go to college?  
A: I went to University of Missouri at Kansas City for my under grad and my graduate degrees.  I moved to Atlanta and did my post grad as well as my residency at Emory University. Before coming back to St. Louis I did also did a fellowship In Cincinnati at the Cincinnati Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic Center. 

Q: Since returning to St. Louis you have been busy.  You are an Associate Professor for several departments, Co-Chief of Sports Medicine and Fellowship Director of Sports Medicine Fellowship Training Program all at Washington University as well as a practicing Orthopedic Physician.  We know there is still more?  
A: I am also the Head Physician for the St. Louis Rams for the last 11 years and for the St. Louis Blues for the past 14 years.

Q: Wow you are busy, so outside of work what are a couple of your favorite past times?  
A: I enjoy cooking and we joined Meadowbrook County Club where I am learning the game of golf.

Q: That is a diverse couple of hobbies.  When you are not cooking where do you enjoy going out to eat?  
A: A couple of my favorites are Monarch Restaurant on Manchester and Niche Restaurant on Sidney.  

All of us at Savile Row wish to thank Dr. Matava for his time and thank him for being a great representative of The Savile Row Style. So the next time you see a tall good looking guy running out on the football field in a Rams shirt and khakis to assist an injured player, you know who that doctor is.  (We have heard that the players think he is the best-dressed doctor that they know.)

3 Ways to Pants

We at Savile Row take pride in our ability to satisfy any customer. For some this means providing a hassle-free, top quality garment on the spot, for others a minor cuff adjustment and for some a one-of-a-kind piece hand-made from scratch. We offer top-of-the-line service in each of the following areas: 

Ready-wear

Just because a garment is not custom made doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice fashion or comfort. Savile Row carries a wide variety of ready-made pants and shorts available for immediate purchase. These exquisite garments come in an array of fabrics and range from casual to dress to fit any occasion.  Anything that we don’t have in store can be ordered and tailored for the perfect fit. Whether you’re in a last minute rush or are working with a budget, you should be just as happy in your ready-wear garments as you are in your custom made clothing...and now you can be. 

Semi-custom

Semi-custom combines the economical ease of ready-wear clothing and the close attention to detail of a full custom garment. If you have trouble fitting into ready-made and your trousers just need a bit of tweaking, semi-custom is the way to go.  Whether flat front or pleats, cuffs or no cuffs we can adjust your garment quickly to fit any specifications. Choose from dozens of fabrics and benefit from the highest quality tailoring without breaking the bank. 

Full custom made

Full custom garments are the creme de la creme and Savile Row is the well-respected authority. We know it can be difficult to find the perfect fit, but each custom made garment is designed with only you in mind. You choose the color, the fabric, the style and we’ll take care of the rest. Savile Row uses the most sophisticated measuring techniques and the finest materials to make each garment 100% unique and 100% chic. Each custom garment is a hand-made, one-of-a-kind masterpiece held up to the highest standards and treated with the utmost care. No detail is overlooked and no considerations are spared. Custom made is our specialty for a reason. 

Q & A: Cleaning Custom Made Garments

Q:  Should I launder my new custom shirts before I wear them?

A:   Yes. Your new custom shirts, if cared for by the instructions sewn on the shirt tail, will last longer and perform to the high standards by which they were made.  All natural fibers will shrink to some degree and that shrinkage allowance is built into each shirt.  

Please allow 3-5 launderings for shirts to shrink to the size ordered.

Q: How often should I dry clean my new suits/sportcoats?

A: Contrary to popular belief, the only reason to ever dry clean your tailored clothing is if you have dirt or food stains on the garments that won’t come out with a little water and brushing. Dry cleaning chemicals are very harsh and can cause damage by stripping the fibers of their natural oils and luster.  

We can help prolong the life of your garment by providing a safe and effective alternative to dry cleaning. We advise our customers to bring their wrinkled suits, sportcoats and trousers into Savile Row where we will freshen them up with pressing and spot cleaning when necessary. 

Kick the Dirt Off

Let’s face it, St. Louis is a baseball town. In the Gateway City, we bleed red so show your Cardinal spirit this season with a pair of Sandlot moccasin shoes by Allen Edmonds. 

Strut your stuff at Busch Stadium in these one-of-a-kind distressed leather shoes. Notice the exquisite detail on the red baseball stitched seam and tonal team logo on the outside of the shoe. 

Special order Cardinals accessories start at $25.00 and include a variety of branded cedar products, cufflinks and ties.  Allen Edmonds offers official MLB merchandise for many other baseball teams as well.

Making the Most of Casual Wear

At Savile Row, a ‘casual’ shirt is often anything but. In addition to receiving a custom fit and excellent tailoring, our customers have the ability to transform the each shirt into a work of art. 

By contrasting and combining a wide variety of stripes and patterns, you finish with a one-of-a-kind style that caters to you. For a classic look, choose coordinating colors for the inner cuffs and collar. And for a bold style select a contrasting pattern that will make your look stand out. 

Our casual wear can also double for the office; simply button up the cuffs and slip on a tie at work for a more formal statement and after hours loosen the collar and roll up the sleeves for a whole new look with the same garment. 

The goal of casual wear is comfort, but who says comfort can’t be fashionable? At Savile Row we can help you build a shirt that’s unique, sophisticated and stylish, not to mention looks and feels great on. 

Dressed to a Tee

Now that Spring has officially sprung, it’s time to pull out the golf clubs and hit the greens.  For those of you digging out those worn khakis or trying to fit into last year’s threads, we’re hear to help. 

In addition to constructing exquisite, well-fitting suits, Savile Row can also custom build your casual wardrobe as well, starting with made-to-order, sophisticated golf pants and shorts for the new season. Unlike the traditional golf wear boutiques, Savile Row offers hundreds of different fabrics in a variety of colors, patterns, textures and styles. 

From flexible cottons and breathable tropical weight wool to athletic microfiber, we’ve got you covered in both comfort and style. We even carry the fabric Nike developed for Tiger Woods’ golf pants! (How’s that for a recommendation?)

Don’t settle for the last pair on the rack because they’re your size, and don’t accept your favorite style in anything less than the perfect fit. At Savile Row we can give you the best of both worlds; it’s easy for us to guarantee satisfaction because we’re helping you build the perfect garment from scratch. 

Savile Row: the fabric you want, the style you love and the fit you need.

Buy 3 or more pairs and receive 20% off your order!

Dressing for the Weather: Spring Fabrics

Apart from blooming flowers and open windows, one of the most noticeable changes during the spring season is your wardrobe. Topcoats, scarves and gloves become sunglasses and cool lightweight fabrics. With the arrival of warmer weather comes a handful of fabrics designed to keep you feeling cool, fresh and fashionable. 

Rivoli Linen- This airy, breathable fabric is wrinkle resistant. Linen is blended with tropical lightweight wool.  It looks and breaths like linen but you retain that crisp look throughout the day and into the evening.

100% Linen- This classic, comfortable fabric is light and airy making it perfect for warm weather. It’s good for all occasions and can be kept casual or dressed up with a pocket square and necktie.

Blends- You can get the benefits of linen, silk, cotton and tropical weight wool with a versatile blend of these lightweight, spring-friendly fabrics.

Seersuckers and madras plaids-These fabrics are made with cotton and hang away from the skin, providing a cooling effect with air circulation while offering style in a variety of colors and patterns. 

Get this season’s signature look: Skip the flat chocolate brown or the quintessential tan suit and pair a french blue or lavender dress shirt with a light, tobacco shade for a striking and stylish look that’s perfect for spring.

Spring Fashion Tip #1: An affordable way to add vibrance and color to your suits and sportcoats is to add a boldly colored or patterned pocket square.

Tip #2: A year in the closet can take a toll on even the most well-made clothes. Take an inventory of your warm weather wardrobe and if you’re missing a button or two or just happened to lose or gain a few pounds come in and see our master tailor. He can give you back the perfect fit. Bring in your favorites now so you’ll be prepared before the warm weather rush. 

Whether your suits need sprucing up or you’re looking to add new attire, Savile Row can accommodate all your needs for the spring season.