Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Bespoke Tailoring & Formal Suit Hire in Liverpool
Established in 1970, John E. Monk has been a cornerstone of bespoke tailoring in Liverpool for over five decades. As a family-owned business, we combine traditional craftsmanship with premium materials sourced from Great Britain, Italy, and Germany to deliver unparalleled quality. Our expertise spans bespoke suits, made-to-measure garments, and professional alterations, tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. With a legacy of dressing clients for prestigious events, including Buckingham Palace visits and royal occasions, we pride ourselves on precision, professionalism, and personal service.Our teams meticulous attention to detail ensures every garment fits flawlessly, reflecting both the wearers individuality and our commitment to excellence. Trusted by generations, we continue to uphold our reputation as a leader in luxury tailoring and formal wear solutions.
Services
Bespoke Suits
Suit Hire
Clothing Alterations
Wedding Attire
Funeral Suits
Dinner Suits
Bespoke Shirts
Bespoke Overcoats
Made-to-Measure
Tailoring Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of bespoke tailoring experience in Liverpool
- Premium fabrics sourced from Great Britain, Italy, and Germany
- Personalised fittings ensure a perfect, tailored finish
- Trusted by clients for royal and high-profile events
- Expert alterations with precision and care
What people say
Perfect fit
Professional staff
High-quality suits
Quick service
Immaculate condition
Services
Bespoke Tailoring
Our bespoke tailoring service crafts custom suits using premium 110 and 130 cloths from Great Britain, Italy, and Germany. Each garment is handcrafted to your exact measurements with a 6-8 week turnaround. Two or three fittings ensure a perfect fit tailored to your body shape and nuances, making this an investment youll cherish for years.
Suit Hire
We offer premium suit hire for weddings, royal events, and formal occasions. Our collection includes modern slimline dinner suits, classic black tuxedos, and tweed options in sizes up to 60" chest. All hires include expert in-store measurements and fittings to ensure a polished, professional appearance for any event.
Clothing Alterations
Our precision alteration service caters to all garments, from minor repairs to complex wedding dress adjustments. With decades of experience, our tailors ensure every alteration maintains the original designs integrity while achieving a flawless fit. Fast turnaround times are available without compromising quality.
Bespoke Shirts
Crafted for comfort and elegance, our bespoke shirts use 100% cotton, wool, or linen materials. Each shirt is tailored to your unique measurements in a single fitting, with a 4-week turnaround. The process ensures a luxurious feel and perfect fit, complementing your bespoke suit or formal attire.
Bespoke Overcoats
Designed to withstand British weather, our bespoke overcoats use premium British wool for durability and style. Clients choose from a range of colours and materials, with a 4-6 week production time. Each coat is tailored to your specifications, combining functionality with timeless elegance.
Questions
What bespoke tailoring services do you offer?
We create custom suits, shirts, and overcoats using premium fabrics from Great Britain, Italy, and Germany. Each garment is tailored to your exact measurements with multiple fittings for precision.
Do you provide suit hire for weddings?
Yes, we offer a wide range of formal suits for weddings, including dinner suits, morning suits, and tweed options in sizes up to 60" chest for adults and children.
How long does bespoke tailoring take?
Bespoke suits take 6-8 weeks, shirts require 4 weeks, and overcoats take 4-6 weeks. This allows for precise craftsmanship and multiple fittings to ensure a perfect fit.
Do you offer clothing alteration services?
Yes, we provide expert alterations for all garments, including wedding dresses and formal wear. Our tailors ensure precision and care to achieve the perfect fit.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Liverpool, Cheshire, Manchester, and the North West, with clients returning from further afield for our bespoke services and expertise.
What are your working hours?
We are open Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Saturdays from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Appointments can be booked via phone or email.
Reviews (7)
Jack Gynane
Jan 19, 2022
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Fantastic place to get suits and formal evening wear. John was very helpful and the tuxedo for my event was perfect at a great price.
Kevin Lawrence
Oct 29, 2021
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Would rate 0 if available this man is very rude and tells lies.
Having rented for years because family did shocked at treatment today really rude no gentleman agreement kept offered me a future deal any suits day rental 100 because we spent so much wedding hire. Word of JOHN MONK LYER came to hire a suit put up to 120 shook hands.
Returned to pay deposit he started with its 130 should be 150. I explained wht he said his reply get out my shop an not arguing neither was I. Very rude aggressive and forgetful little man keep ye p.i.s.s stained suit u gave me last time. Every time iv rented had
Having rented for years because family did shocked at treatment today really rude no gentleman agreement kept offered me a future deal any suits day rental 100 because we spent so much wedding hire. Word of JOHN MONK LYER came to hire a suit put up to 120 shook hands.
Returned to pay deposit he started with its 130 should be 150. I explained wht he said his reply get out my shop an not arguing neither was I. Very rude aggressive and forgetful little man keep ye p.i.s.s stained suit u gave me last time. Every time iv rented had
Arrin Hill New
Oct 10, 2021
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Very satisfied with our suits service is amazing had us worried with guessing sizes but the lady is a human tape measure made me (groom) my little boy an the other 4 lads look amazing for my big day 2nd time had a suit f r on here both times been happy with service and quality of suits
Sue Nickson
Apr 19, 2021
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We are so grateful for the help choosing the suits for our upcoming wedding, John and Kate where fantastic, I can't thank them enough for all their time and professional services, I would ALWAYS recommend them x
Matthew Shepherd
Jan 09, 2020
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I hired five suits from John E. Monk for my wedding. The service received from John and his team was outstanding. The suits were top quality, comfortable and very affordable. I can highly recommend and will definitely be back in the future if I ever need to hire a suit again!
Emma Earl
Aug 24, 2019
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Worst customer service I have ever experienced. John Monk was incredibly rude to me, my fiance and father during our suit hire appointment. He treated us like time wasters the entire time when infact he wasted our time. We went out of our way to travel some distance for the appointment, however we were left with no choice but to leave halfway through our appointment because of his confrontational manner. It was clear that we had chosen the suits we wanted but were just in theprocess of choosing the minor details of accessories. The shop owner then snapped at me after I took a photograph because
Eddie Johnsonpoppy
Jul 07, 2019
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We hired 8 suits for our wedding from John E Monk, the service we received was excellent very professional and nos exactly what hes doing. The suits were top quality and looked amazing on. Cant thank John enough he went above and beyond for us. We highly recommend. Thanks John
