Orhan London Tailoring is a testament to uniqueness & old-school quality. Showcasing how an ethical & personal approach – informed by decades of artisan heritage – inspires others to see the beauty in diversity & distinction. Every garment is passionately crafted to express; to bring out the best of each individual character; and to carry our message of positivity, sustainability & empowerment.
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Our Ethos
Upholding the belief that everyone deserves to feel their best in their clothes, Orhan London opened its doors 15 years ago as a haven for those searching for more from their style – a celebration of body-shape, individuality & self-empowerment.
One size does not fit all – particularly for women – and our mission was to create a safe-space where anybody can come to enjoy the magic of bespoke tailoring: liberated from the unconscious biases, irregular sizing & preconceived notions that often come with shopping off-the-peg.
For some of our clients, this has meant the discovery of clothes that finally fit – giving them new-found confidence in their style. For others, we’ve created outfits that mean something truly important; making life’s memorable moments even more special. And sometimes, we’ve even given our clients the chance to express their true, authentic selves.
Yet underpinning this ethos of positivity & acceptance lies an honest & simple passion for beautifully made clothes. In an unsustainable world of fast-fashion & even faster trends – we tailor each garment to be cherished for decades to come.
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Our Heritage
From royalty, to rock stars, to the truly individual – our master tailor Orhan has dedicated his life to creating beautiful clothes – learning under the skilled craftsmen at his father’s bespoke studio in London over 30 years ago. Yet with a natural flair & talent for tailoring, he soon decided to study & expand his skills at the London College of Fashion in the 1980’s.
It was not long before Orhan was developing patterns for world-famous designers such as Vivienne Westwood, Rifat Ozbek & Arabella Pollen. Inspired by the limitless possibilities of bespoke tailoring, he pushed tailoring boundaries with show-stopping garments – producing iconic pieces for clients such as Princess Diana & rock legend Mick Jagger.
Fast-forward to 2006, and Orhan opens his own boutique studio with his wife & business partner Denise. Situated in London’s dynamic creative-hub Shoreditch, their collective mission was to help each individual to feel truly spectacular in their clothes – crafting impeccable tailored outfits that bring each client’s unique style vision to life. His reputation now attracts clients from around the globe – enraptured by his unparalleled artisan expertise and laid-back East-End charm.