Anderson & Sheppard does one thing, and does it consistently: the English drape. The armhole is cut small and high, the shoulder is soft with minimal padding, and extra fabric sits in the chest, the back and the sleeve head. The result is a jacket that looks relaxed but holds its shape, and that lets the arm move without lifting the collar off the neck.
The style has a clear lineage. Per Anderson apprenticed with Frederick Scholte, the Dutch cutter behind the London cut, and founded the firm in 1906. Hollywood took to it in the 1930s, and the client list has since run from Fred Astaire and Cole Porter to Bryan Ferry and Tom Ford. The firm left Savile Row for 32 Old Burlington Street in 2005 and holds a Royal Warrant from King Charles III, who has worn its double-breasted suits for years.
It is also among the more approachable of the old firms. No appointment is needed to walk into the London shop, the firm quotes eight to 12 weeks for a suit, and a 50 percent deposit is taken on ordering. A two-piece suit costs about $9,100 (2025 figure), below Huntsman's published $9,900. The Haberdashery on Clifford Street sells ready-made clothing, and since 2025 unstructured ready-to-wear tailoring, for those who want the look without a commission.
Choose it for a first bespoke suit or for tailoring worn every day. If you want a sharp, built-up shoulder and a closely cut chest, Huntsman or Gieves & Hawkes will suit you better. The bespoke shop opens on weekdays only.
TailorGuide score
Each test is scored out of 10 and weighted. Scores set the order within London; they are not compared across cities.
- CutCut and construction35%
- 10/10
- FitFit and fittings30%
- 10/10
- ReputationReputation over time20%
- 10/10
- ServiceService15%
- 8/10
- Founded
- 1906
- House style
- Soft English drape, natural shoulder
- Best for
- A first bespoke suit that is soft and easy to wear
- What they make
- Bespoke suits, sports jackets, overcoats, trousers, formal wear, ready-to-wear
- Two-piece bespoke suit
- From $9,100 · 2025 figure; the firm gives prices by phone
- Bespoke jacket
- From $5,900 · 2025 figure, including VAT
Prices are approximate and change with the fabric and customizations you choose. Confirm the price and the number of fittings before you order.
History
- 1906Per Anderson and trouser cutter Sydney Sheppard found the firm at 13 Savile Row
- 1927Moves to a larger corner shop at 30 Savile Row
- 2004Anda Rowland, daughter of the previous owner Tiny Rowland, takes charge of the business
- 2005Moves to 32 Old Burlington Street as its Savile Row building is redeveloped
- 2011Head cutter John Hitchcock becomes grantee of the Royal Warrant to the Prince of Wales
- 2012Opens the Haberdashery at 17 Clifford Street
Clients named in published sources include Fred Astaire, Gary Cooper, Cole Porter, Charlie Chaplin, Laurence Olivier, George Gershwin, Noël Coward, Marlene Dietrich, King Charles III, Bryan Ferry, Tom Ford, Fran Lebowitz and Daniel Craig.
Questions
How much does an Anderson & Sheppard bespoke suit cost?
The firm does not publish prices and asks clients to call. Permanent Style and Luxury London both put a two-piece suit at $9,100 in 2025. The fabric you choose changes the final figure.
How long does an Anderson & Sheppard suit take?
The firm quotes about eight to 12 weeks, depending on your availability and the time of year. A first suit needs at least three visits: one to choose fabric and be measured, then two fittings.
What is the Anderson & Sheppard drape?
A soft cut with a small, high armhole, a natural shoulder with minimal padding and extra fabric through the chest and back, so the jacket drapes rather than grips. It grew up in the early 20th century as a comfortable alternative to rigid military dress.
Do I need an appointment at Anderson & Sheppard?
Not for the London shop at 32 Old Burlington Street, which is open Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm. Appointments are needed for its visits to the United States, Hong Kong and Seoul.
Can I buy ready-made clothing from Anderson & Sheppard?
Yes. The Haberdashery at 17 Clifford Street sells ready-made clothing and accessories, and in 2025 added unstructured ready-to-wear jackets and suits. It is open Monday to Friday and on Saturday.
By TailorGuide · Updated April 2026
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