WOMEN’S CUSTOM CLOTHING

How frustrated were you the last time you shopped for clothing? Have you ever thought, “If only I could have a portion of my wardrobe made just for me and designed specifically for my body and lifestyle? Not everyone is a perfect size four or six.”

Q. Contrary, an atelier for today’s woman, is the solution. Owner Mary Zarob designs uniquely customized clothing made to fit your way of life and body type. Her objective is to design the most flattering clothing for women of all ages, sizes and shapes including petite, plus, curvy or athletic, and she never compromises quality over style. Mary knows when it comes to custom clothing, it’s all about fit, fabric, and attention to detail.

All the design elements that go into making a custom garment can be overwhelming, but with Q. Contrary, you will have Mary’s keen eye, design expertise, and warm personal touch from start to finish.

Fabric

Fabric is the most important design element because it affects fit and style. Q. Contrary partners with some of the best European fabric mills including Ungaro, Carnet, Loro Piana, Scabal and Gladson. You can choose from literally hundreds of fabrics from the basics to silks, velvets, organza, and blends. Some even have a little stretch. There are lots of decisions to be made, but don’t be overwhelmed. Mary will be there to help you every step of the way.

Style

Styling for custom suits, jackets or any other custom garment is all about what our customers want. For example, the styling of a suit or jacket can send a powerful message about who you are and your personal brand. To that end, Mary will be there to guide you, helping you decide whether you want a garment that looks more modern and fashion forward or traditional and conservative.
The devil really is in the details, and Mary, as your atelier will help you make the right choices, both big and small. What kind of pockets do you want on a jacket, straight or angled? Should you choose a bold or quiet lining? Do you want a narrow straight pant leg or something wider? Is a silk blouse more your style or do you prefer a traditional cotton shirt with a little stretch? Mary will assist you in making all these decisions.

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.

Mary will guide you through every step of the fitting process. Whether it’s a suit, jacket, skirt, pant, dress, or even just a single shirt or blouse, she will be there to lend a helping hand and her expert advice in selecting the right fit for you. Here’s how it works.
The Q. Contrary experience begins with your first private consultation at our store. Mary is a professionally trained, experienced designer, and she will first take the time to get to know you and your personal style as well as your preferred color palette. The service she provides is well beyond just making a custom garment.

As a concierge for your wardrobe, Mary wants to know how you like your clothes to fit, what fit issues you may have and the purpose of the clothing she is designing for you. Whatever the occasion, a new suit that helps to communicate your executive presence, a casual jacket to pair with jeans, or just a single shirt, Mary’s goal is to help you improve your image, look your best and be comfortable.

Fitting a customer for a custom, made-to-measure garment, especially a suit, can be incredibly 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 ensure that your suit, shirt, jacket, skirt, or slacks fit perfectly – in every part of your body -- from your waist to the width and length of your slacks as well as the rise, to your chest, and the length of your jacket and sleeves. She will take up to 30 measurements, depending on the complexity of the garment she is making for you.

The last step in the process occurs when your garment is ready. Q. Contrary will schedule a final fitting to ensure that you are fully satisfied with the end product and to make any adjustments or alterations if needed. In addition, Q. Contrary guarantees that you will be 100% satisfied and will work with you until you are.

GET STARTED! SCHEDULE YOUR PERSONAL FITTING TODAY. CALL OR EMAIL MARY TO DESIGN A CUSTOM GARMENT THAT IS UNIQUE TO YOU.

All the design elements that go into making a custom garment can be overwhelming, but with Q. Contrary, you will have Mary’s keen eye, design expertise and warm personal touch from start to finish. From selection of the buttons on a shirt, to the design of the collar on a jacket, to the decision to have simple patch pockets versus pockets with flaps, Mary will be able to guide you in making the right decisions. She’s not only a seasoned designer, she’s an image consultant and stylist that can help you look your best.

The last step in the process occurs when your garment is ready. We schedule a final fitting to ensure that you are fully satisfied with the end product

- Women’s Custom Suits start at $1200 and go up depending on the quality of the fabric.
- Women’s Custom Jackets start at $900 and go up depending on the quality of the fabric.
- Women’s Custom Skirts start at $400 and go up depending on the quality of the fabric.
- Women’s Custom Slacks start at $400 and go up depending on the quality of the fabric.
- Women’s Custom Shirts start at $250 and go up depending on the quality of the fabric.


Time Frame: 5-7 Weeks