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Custom Suits & Sports Coats In Phoenix

Custom Suits and Sports Coats are made with some of the finest fabrics
Q. Contrary believes that a custom suit will do more than make you look good, it will make you feel good, too. Having a suit that is tailored to your lifestyle and your physique can raise one from the masses of generic fashion to the height of individual style and self-confidence.

Fabric, styling and fit are essential to consider when choosing custom suiting, and Mary will be there to help you every step of the way, taking the time to get to know you, your lifestyle, your likes and dislikes. She will walk you through all the important decisions both large and small from selecting the fabric and pattern to the style, lapels, pockets, hem, silhouette and even the buttons for your unique suit or jacket.

Sport coats are a great option for a gentleman that doesn’t need to dress in a suit every day. A sport coat can appear to look like a suit in some cases but does not have a matching trouser. Don’t confuse them with a blazer, however. Worn in a similar fashion, a blazer will have a metallic button and will likely be a solid navy or black in wool or cashmere. Both add versatility to an assembled wardrobe, and many options are available in lighter weight jacketing for summer and likewise heavier fabric for winter and fall. Further, in today’s casual environments, the “jacket and jeans” look has become increasingly popular.

Rest assured that Mary is acutely aware that for those new to custom menswear, the number of options to consider may cause stress and frustration. That’s why she tries to make things as simple as possible, guiding you through the whole process. She realizes that when you invest in premium custom suits and separates, you’re doing more than just buying an outfit. You’re making a significant long-term investment not only in your wardrobe, but also in your own confidence, professionalism and style.
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The Custom Suit Fitting Process

Fabric, Styling and Fit are essential to consider when choosing a new suit.
FABRIC

Q. Contrary uses some of the best fabrics available including Lori Piana, Scabal and Gladson. These luxury fabrics are not only beautiful, but provide comfort, performance, breathability and years of enjoyment. Made from the world’s finest raw materials, they include textiles and fabrics from the best Italian and British mills. Choose from luxury tropical suiting that can be worn year-round to merino wool, wool flannel, blends, cashmere and even vicuna. Some fabrics also incorporate a bit of stretch for added comfort. Fabric designs and patterns range from elegant contemporary in fresh vibrant colors to classic designs and colors.

If you are just beginning your wardrobe or refreshing the basics, it is wise to invest in solid navy, dark grey and other versatile colors. Try to avoid the flashy seasonal suits if you are looking for wardrobe basics. In a four-season climate, choose a lighter weight wool fabric. Jackets can be half-lined if you are often hot or fully lined if you wear your jacket for warmth. As a rule of thumb, buy the best fabric you can afford. It will always serve you well.

STYLING
At Q. Contrary, styling for custom suits and jackets is all about what our customers want. Mary believes that the styling of a suit will send a powerful message about who you are and your personal brand. To that end, she will guide you through the whole process, helping you decide whether you want a suit that looks more modern and fashion forward or traditional and conservative.

The devil really is in the details, and Mary will help you make the right choices for all the important details both big and small. Do you want peak or notch lapels? Are your jacket pockets angled or straight? Should you choose a bold or a quiet lining? Do you want a break in the pants, and do you want a narrow or wider pant leg? Mary will assist you in making all these decisions.

FIT
Your initial private consultation is all about obtaining clarity for both you and Mary. She wants to get to know you: your lifestyle, profession and what you want your personal style to say about you.

Fitting a customer for a suit can be very challenging. However, Q. Contrary’s method of using try-on garments, measuring tape, digital imaging and a few of your own personal garments give Mary more information than she needs to get the preferred fit. In fact, over 30 measurements will be taken to ensure that your suit fits perfectly – in your waist, the width and length of your pant legs, the pant rise, chest, length of the jacket and sleeves. In addition, Q. Contrary guarantees that you will be 100% satisfied and will work with you until you are.

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Privacy First, always

I have been fortunate to work with high-profile clients, and I remain committed to protecting the integrity of their privacy.
For clients that prefer the highest level of privacy during fitting appointments, I offer in-home or after-hours sessions at my store. All of your measurements are taken by me personally. 

During fittings, the photos I need to collaborate with my tailors are always taken from the shoulders down to prevent identification, and unless you provide me with your explicit consent, I will not share any photos for promotional reasons. 

Call me old-fashioned, but I also refuse to use cloud-based tools for my client records to avoid unwanted eyes on their information. Any personal information is stored on a private device and securely kept on premise.
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men’s Pricing Guide

The construction of garments made by Q. Contrary is of such great quality that you will be wearing them for 15+ years. The inner linings, buttons, padding, canvas and fabric are always top of the line.

 • Custom Suits range from $1200 – $8000.
 • Custom Sports Coats range from $1000 – $7000.
 • Custom Pants range from $400 – $2000.
 • Custom Casual Clothing or Streetwear varies depending on what we are designing for you.

When you are ready, let Mary show you how magnificent it feels to dress in clothes that complement your height, body build and posture.

Please contact Mary directly at 602-301-6987 or email her at mary@qcontrary.com to schedule your fitting today.

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what's the occasion?

In today’s fast-paced lifestyle, we all have a wide variety of “occasions” from work to weddings to date night and even the golf course that require different types of clothing. Q. Contrary stands ready to help you select what’s appropriate not only for you, but for each different situation that requires a “change of clothes.”
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  • The golf course
  • interviews
  • Date Night
  • Office Dress Code
  • Wedding Guests
  • Business Meetings

A standard of excellence

  • Making a good first impression is so important.

    "Mary has custom made both shirts and jackets for me. In addition, she has helped me find the right accessories to pull my look together. She carries amazing fabrics and patterns for both shirts and jackets, and her attention to detail is unsurpassed. Mary is professional and working with her is a pleasure. I asked her to speak to my executive team about dressing professionally. Her knowledge and insight helped inspire and guide them to dress in a more professional and polished manner at the office. I would highly recommend Mary."
    Tim O'Neal, CEO
    - Goodwill Industries

    The Quality Of Her Shirts Is Top Of The Line, And I Enjoy Wearing Them.

    "I enjoy working with Mary. She has a great eye for fashion and always helps me select fabrics and patterns for my custom shirts. I’m super busy and appreciate that she meets me at my office, thereby eliminating the need to go to the mall. The quality of the shirts she makes is top of the line. I enjoy wearing them."
    Michael Lieb, President
    - Michael Lieb, Ltd.

    Every Time I Wear Something Made By Mary, People Always Ask If I’ve Lost Weight.

    "I have been buying clothes from Mary for about five years now, and I wish I would have met her years ago. She does a great job selecting patterns, styles and clothing for me. Every time I wear something custom made by Mary, people always ask if I have lost weight."
    Bo Calbert, Retired
    - Former President of McCarthy Southwest

  • I Enjoyed My Entire Custom Suit Experience With Mary.

    “She’s very knowledgeable regarding the latest fabrics and styles. I highly recommend Q. Contrary and Mary.”
    Ryan Sarbinoff, Vice President, Regional Manager
    - Marcus & Millichap

    She is the BEst!

    “I strongly recommend having Mary help you with your business or casual wardrobe. You will be glad you did.”
    Jay Thorne, Assistant Vice President Media Relations
    - Arizona State University 

    Feeling Good And Looking Good Are Tied Intrinsically.

    "Q. Contrary and Mary Zarob have helped me achieve both with her expert wardrobe advice, perfect fitting custom made shirts and her “superpowers” that give her the ability to tell you exactly the right look for any event."
    Ben Smith, CEO
    - BioXSkinCare

  • Making a good first impression is so important.

    "Making a good first impression is so important. Mary has helped custom make me shirts, jackets and find the right accessories to pull my looks together. She has amazing patterns, fabrics, and attention to detail. Mary is professional and a joy to work with. I had her speak to my executive team on dressing professionally. Her knowledge and insight helped inspire and guide my team to dress professionally and polished for the office. I highly recommend Mary."
    Tim O'Neal
    - CEO Goodwill

  • The quality of the shirts is top of the line and I enjoy wearing them.

    "I enjoy working with Mary. She has a great eye for fashion and always helps me pick great fabrics and patterns for my custom shirts. I'm super busy and appreciate that she meets me at my office and I don't have to go to the mall. The quality of the shirts is top of the line and I enjoy wearing them."
    Michael Lieb
    - President Michael Lieb, Ltd.

  • Every time I wear something made by Mary, people always ask if I have lost weight.

    "I have been buying clothes from Mary for about 5 years now and wish I would have met her years ago. She does a great job picking out patterns, styles and clothes for me. Every time I wear something made by Mary, people always ask if I have lost weight."
    Bo Calbert
    - Retired President of McCarthy Southwest

  • She’s very knowledgeable regarding the latest fabrics and styles.

    “I enjoyed my entire custom suit experience with Mary. She’s very knowledgeable regarding the latest fabrics and styles. Highly recommend!”
    Ryan Sarbinoff
    - Vice President | Regional Manager at Marcus & Millichap

  • Have Mary help with your business or casual wardrobe. You will be glad you did.

    “She is the best. Have Mary help with your business or casual wardrobe. You will be glad you did. (It’s not really like shopping!)”
    Jay Thorne
    - Assistant Vice President Media Relations at ASU

  • Feeling good and looking good are tied intrinsically. Q. Contrary and Mary Zarob have helped me to do both.

    "Feeling good and looking good are tied intrinsically. Q. Contrary and Mary Zarob have helped me to do both, with her wardrobe advice, custom made shirts and her superpowers to tell you exactly the look for any event."
    Ben Smith
    -CEO BioXSkinCare
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