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Flannel vs Tweed vs Brushed Cotton
Fabric 101: Flannel, Tweed, Brushed Cotton, and Year-Round Wool. Flannel is brushed soft and cozy, Tweed is rugged and heritage-rich, Brushed Cotton is breathable comfort, and Year-Round Wool is polished versatility. Learn the differences and choose timeless, American-made fabrics for your custom wardrobe.
Bards Clothing just got a Face Lift
We’re proud to unveil the new Bards Clothing website, a true reflection of our brand, our clients, and the stories stitched into every custom garment. Designed by Evelyn Alejandro of Agape Design, the site celebrates American-made clothing, timeless craftsmanship, and individuality. Explore how we’re reviving heritage through custom suits, shirts, flannels, and more.
5 Year Anniversary
5 Year Anniversary
This week we celebrate Bards Clothing 5th year in business!
Built for the Heat: The Best Fabrics for Summer (And Why Nature Does It Better)
I’ve got a black tie wedding in August, yeah, I know. But honestly? I’m excited. Because I’ll be wearing a lightweight wool tuxedo, and I’ll be cooler (literally and figuratively) than everyone sweating through their bargain-bin polyester suits.
What are the fabrics you should be looking for this summer?
Spoken For: A History of Bespoke
Imagine this: it’s the 13th century. You’re a nobleman in England, and your calves have never looked better. Why? Because your tailor knows you. Not like “he follows you on Instagram” knows you—but he knows your measurements, your taste, your station in society. This is the birth of bespoke.
Inside Our Shirt Factory
What it’s like to walk inside a shirt factory in Newark, New Jersey.
Wear Your Power: Why Custom Clothing is the Ultimate Flex for Women
Let’s get one thing straight: You are not off-the-rack, so why should your clothes be?
Blazer vs. Sport Coat: What’s the Difference? (And Why Jackets + Jeans Are Taking Over Your Closet)
Blazer vs. sport coat: what’s the difference, and why are more people pairing jackets with jeans? Blazers are sleek and structured; sport coats are casual and textured. Both offer timeless style, no suit required. Custom jackets, tailored for your lifestyle.