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Bethnal Green tailors

It is true to say that the spiritual home of the bespoke suit is Savile Row. However there are some unsavoury types who have trouble leaving their natural habitat of Bethnal Green in the East End of London. As a result there are tailors in that quarter who cater to their special needs. For instance a cosh pocket under the arm, that is a hidden pocket in which a gent can keep his weapon, or mobile phone.

There is a certain swagger that an East End suit bestows that would not be appropriate for a Savile Row suit.

Examples of both can be seen during the more important trials at the Old Bailey. The reader can decide on which side of the law each would appear.