James Sleater is the co-founder of Cad & The Dandy, a modern British bespoke tailor with shops on Savile Row, in the City, Stockholm and New York, plus outposts in Washington D.C. and Philadelphia. Cad & The Dandy's winning formula is thoroughly impressive; in a good month the brand cuts around 400 suits, more than most tailors make in a year. We chat to James about what motivated him to found the business, explore why he's fascinated by applying modern business practice to traditional products, and examine how Cad & The Dandy has cornered its market.

We recorded this episode just a couple of days before London went into lockdown. It was intended for Season Four, but in a bid to help you enjoy your time at home, we’ve pulled it together as a lockdown bonus episode for you. We hope it provides a welcome distraction.

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Show Notes:

James Sleater — Website | Instagram

[02:31] Cad & The Dandy
[03:29] Peregrine
[07:31] Johnstons of Elgin
[14:34] Chittleborough & Morgan
[31:52] Prologue, Hong Kong
[31:54] Buzz Tang
[32:23] Suit Supply Drawstring Trouser
[39:30] Götrich 1730

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