Ultimate Coronation Black Tie Upgrade!! | Kirby Allison

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  • With the upcoming Coronation of King Charles III, there is a palpable excitement around the United Kingdom. It is hard to believe it has been almost 70 years to the day since the last coronation, of her majesty, the late Queen Elizabeth II, Charles' mother.
    With many events happening around the Coronation, there is plenty to be excited for, none more so than all of the wonderful black tie events. With that in mind, I have decided to use this time as a chance to upgrade some of the aspects of my black tie wardrobe. So join me as we visit two of London's most historic brands to search out some incredible additions to my wardrobe. This time from John Lobb and Budd Shirtmakers.
    The original John Lobb, located at No 9 St. James’s Street in London, is widely regarded as one of the world’s preeminent bespoke shoemakers. Established in 1849, John Lobb has been discretely crafting bespoke shoes for some of the world’s most powerful and important people for over 150 years. Now run by the fifth generation of Lobb family members, John Lobb stands, as it has always done, for extremely high standards in the exacting craft of bespoke shoemaking.
    Located in the Piccadilly Arcade right off of London's famous Jermyn Street, Budd Shirtmakers has been outfitting some of the world's best-dressed for over 100 years.
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    00:00 Introduction
    02:19 Budd Shirtmakers
    21:40 Over to John Lobb
    22:37 Meeting Jonathan Lobb
    30:16 Measurements
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Komentáře • 168

  • @philipdomashenko2877
    @philipdomashenko2877 Před rokem +206

    Party idea:take a shot every time Kirby says quality craftsmanship and tradition

    • @EngineerfifeninerO
      @EngineerfifeninerO Před rokem +12

      My kidneys tho… do I really need them?!?

    • @bartderuyck
      @bartderuyck Před rokem +14

      I think in this video, it's "momentous"!

    • @motor2of7
      @motor2of7 Před rokem +4

      “Bespoke”

    • @djviper79
      @djviper79 Před rokem +1

      Oh my, how common, one will quaff ones champers 🎉😂

    • @michaelt312
      @michaelt312 Před rokem +16

      Doubles when he says proper.

  • @michaelpsions
    @michaelpsions Před rokem +31

    My father was a coldstream gaurd in the coronation of Queen Elizabeth 11 in 1953, He is still a very smart and upstanding man, A typical old soldier, And still going strong, I hope I am as smart and forthright as him when Im his age. Also Im hoping he will get his 100 birthday letter from King charles god willing. Good luck kirby and keep making great video's

  • @noahfarrell7082
    @noahfarrell7082 Před rokem +5

    If I had to describe your content with one word, the word I would use is as follows. Genuine. The interactions, conversation and insights never come across as false or forced just genuine! That is such treasure to be apart of and Kirby, I thank you!

  • @garssympa500
    @garssympa500 Před rokem +5

    Thanks for taking us along, Kirby! What a treat!

  • @kennethjohnson6141
    @kennethjohnson6141 Před rokem +3

    Magnificent video. Cannot wait to see the opera pumps. Thank you for everything you do 🙏

  • @MrAtticus555
    @MrAtticus555 Před rokem +1

    Beautiful Episode. Thanks to you and the team x

  • @NicholasIngel
    @NicholasIngel Před rokem +1

    Fabulous episode, thank you to you and your team.

  • @douglasgreen437
    @douglasgreen437 Před rokem +2

    Great black tie, class act as always..

  • @cww7855
    @cww7855 Před rokem

    An exquisite episode, most enjoyable.

  • @markhardycreative
    @markhardycreative Před rokem

    I couldn’t be more excited to see the results soon

  • @keithchegwin1222
    @keithchegwin1222 Před rokem +4

    This channel is excellent 👌

  • @jeffhreid
    @jeffhreid Před rokem

    Interesting video. Nice craftsmanship

  • @rager6981
    @rager6981 Před rokem +7

    Coronation content. Yes please squire!

  • @jony6toes307
    @jony6toes307 Před 7 měsíci

    Very nice , the Entr'acte from Carmen a very nice touch...

  • @billybob1620
    @billybob1620 Před 10 měsíci

    I really like this guy’s videos

  • @Adam-eg1xy
    @Adam-eg1xy Před rokem +22

    I will be deeply disappointed and surprised if Kirby doesn't create a documentary series for and during the coronation

  • @cptsparkle
    @cptsparkle Před rokem

    And I'm just happy as can be to buy a new T-Shirt.

  • @yankeedoodle6293
    @yankeedoodle6293 Před rokem +4

    The guy behind the counter is like “Wft haha

  • @alanward4506
    @alanward4506 Před rokem

    This will be the second coronation I will watch on TV.

  • @mljones99
    @mljones99 Před rokem +1

    Kirby's expression when the guy says to machine wash the fabric lol

  • @rocchinosz
    @rocchinosz Před rokem

    Kirby, i love your video!! Hoverver I do not understand how you talk about craftsmanship, tradition and quality and never explored Italy?

  • @caseyjmaguire
    @caseyjmaguire Před rokem

    My guy was having none of the marathon joking Kirby! Foot tracing is serious business!! 😂

  • @benjaminblakemore9704
    @benjaminblakemore9704 Před rokem +1

    😊EXCITING KIRBS😊

  • @Russell-1
    @Russell-1 Před rokem +3

    My own opera pumps are kid rather than patent leather so well done with the choice. Will they be made in time though?

  • @ad-tl7el
    @ad-tl7el Před rokem

    After watching your video and some videos about the nice hotels in London I was wondering how does a male dress for afternoon tea at the Ritz and other hotels like the Ritz. Thanks for your videos.

  • @olafgaanderse8323
    @olafgaanderse8323 Před rokem

    Another great video, really like the colour and the silk. I am just wondering about the suit he is wearing, I think the colour is magnificent and the cut is great but it looks not to fit right on the collar or on the chest area (it hangs too low).

  • @paulmcgee1867
    @paulmcgee1867 Před rokem +8

    Beautiful shirt colour and silk. Would it be a good idea to have a pocket handkerchief in the same silk? I am sure too that Bates could help finding a nicer hat for you. For me I like to value and use what I have worn before and not have to buy something for each new occasion but each to his/her own. FYI not coronated but crowded Kirby 😂

  • @user-jt9vp1un8x
    @user-jt9vp1un8x Před 3 měsíci

    How should one size an opera pump. LOving Your content by the way. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @JuanSanchezGuerra
    @JuanSanchezGuerra Před rokem

    Mr. Allison, have you ever considered making a video on morning dress or white tie? They would be much appreciated!

  • @djtechno95
    @djtechno95 Před rokem +1

    Are you planning on getting a black homburg hat to match the black tie upgrades?

  • @markfreeze3002
    @markfreeze3002 Před rokem +1

    Kirby. How has your experience been with ordering a subsequent set of shoes from a maker such as Lobb or G&G without having a fitting shoe made? Have you yet trusted the last that they have on hand and had a great outcome with trust that it’s now dialed in?

  • @ethanling4967
    @ethanling4967 Před rokem +2

    Kirby - would loveto see you collab with David Coggins. Sartorialist, angophile, writer, and lover of formal attire in informal situations; match made in heaven. Also would love to see/hear your take on Drake's of London. Cheers!

  • @agc4view09
    @agc4view09 Před rokem

    Please show us the final results of the tuxedo shirt and opera pumps.

  • @jamesodonnelly5869
    @jamesodonnelly5869 Před rokem +5

    Now, I maybe wrong but I get the distinct impression that the John Lobb gent was less than subtle in his steering Kirby away from the opera pump. Not sure Kirby was too open to the steer.

    • @usmanfarooq96
      @usmanfarooq96 Před 4 měsíci

      Wtf was Kirby wearing though, look like schoolgirl shoes

  • @mfhairstream6812
    @mfhairstream6812 Před 9 měsíci

    Kirby knows more about the shoe company than the salesman

  • @garssympa500
    @garssympa500 Před rokem +2

    Does anyone know the name of the musical piece that acts as soundtrack to this video?

  • @joestone7662
    @joestone7662 Před rokem

    Mr Kent and Mr Haste might remember the last coronation

  • @zhongyiwo9738
    @zhongyiwo9738 Před rokem +2

    Jonathon lobb is scared why Kirby wants a dance shoe 😂😂😂

  • @joelbashore5658
    @joelbashore5658 Před rokem +1

    Someone said it best commenting on another eyerolling vid: 'unironic dandyism.' 😆

  • @Jim58223
    @Jim58223 Před rokem +3

    30:40 wait when did you get cap-toe oxfords by Lobb? Is this a video still in production or did you already publish it? Thanks

    • @kirbyallison
      @kirbyallison  Před rokem +6

      It is about to come out very soon!

    • @Jim58223
      @Jim58223 Před rokem

      @@kirbyallison Nice, looking forward to it. Thanks.

  • @russ9921
    @russ9921 Před rokem +12

    I still have bespoke shirts made by ‘Mr Butcher’ nearly 20 years ago - what a miserable ‘s of a b’ he was (entirely humourless) but the shirts still look good as new despite having been worn several times each year.

    • @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss
      @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss Před rokem

      I have £30 M&S. 😂

    • @russ9921
      @russ9921 Před rokem

      @@Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss As did we all, once. But work out the investment return on an expensive shirt worn repeatedly over twenty years, the fact it gets better and better with correct washing, has not frayed at all and still looks good with a suit and tie.

    • @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss
      @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss Před rokem

      @@russ9921 Oh yes, agreed. I would love a bespoke coat to wear at the horse racing.

  • @theanxiousinvestor4508
    @theanxiousinvestor4508 Před rokem +1

    How about an episode about smoking jackets?

  • @TheTerryE
    @TheTerryE Před rokem +7

    One wears morning dress or uniform to the Coronation.

  • @crisyorke1328
    @crisyorke1328 Před rokem

    Why didn't Kirby gi with Turnbull and Asser. They are Royal Warrent holder for shirts.

  • @theoisaac9948
    @theoisaac9948 Před rokem

    💯👍👍

  • @billbynon9839
    @billbynon9839 Před rokem +1

    Kirby, I wish you had mentioned why you didn't get a wing collar.😢

  • @jobmclaren4150
    @jobmclaren4150 Před rokem

    Kirby my dear chap, you need to invest in a proper Morning Suit!

  • @KevinTheVegan
    @KevinTheVegan Před rokem +2

    Very happy to hear that Budd has organic cotton fabrics. I have recently ordered two vegan, bamboo suits but my tailor did not have organic cotton for their shirts.
    I've found an organic cotton shirtmaker off the rack, which works well with some adjustments for now, but this is a longer-term solution (for when I have more money 💀).
    I've also failed to find any off the rack organic cotton black/white tie shirts, so Budd seem like the perfect solution for this one-off.

  • @tewaarathon215
    @tewaarathon215 Před rokem

    I appreciate your support for the history and tradition of these bespoke crafts Kirby, but Kings are "crowned" not "coronated"... and it is many syllables shorter too 😊.

  • @zhongyiwo9738
    @zhongyiwo9738 Před rokem +3

    Next video: bespoke underwear🎉🎉🎉

  • @veitno
    @veitno Před rokem +7

    Wouldn't it be a bit more appropriate to buy a Turnbull & Asser shirt? His Majesty is a long standing customer after all

    • @newyorkleb
      @newyorkleb Před rokem +3

      T&A won’t work wirh Kirby.

    • @veitno
      @veitno Před rokem +2

      @@newyorkleb Oh, I did not know that. Do you know why they don't work together?

    • @Mardello
      @Mardello Před rokem +4

      @@veitno Kirby farted in there once and after that they said never again

    • @hubertuswolfthaler
      @hubertuswolfthaler Před rokem

      ​@@Mardello 😆

  • @paulff3
    @paulff3 Před rokem

    Kirby, in the opening cut the inner layer of your tie is longer than the outer. I'm conflicted.

  • @russ9921
    @russ9921 Před rokem +4

    Kirby, it may be too late now but you might like to ask Sartoria Gallo to take a look at your suit collar. You’re obviously subconsciously feeling that it isn’t meeting the back of your shirt given you keep shrugging at the jacket front, and there is a clear difference when you look at the collars of the suits that Darren and Jonathan are wearing. In other respects the suit is lovely.

    • @willre00
      @willre00 Před rokem +2

      That suit has had lots of issues. I also noticed it pulling around the buttonhole.
      It’s a beautiful suit, but my off-the-rack stuff fits better.

    • @TheEldarGuy
      @TheEldarGuy Před rokem

      ​@@willre00 If you're lucky enough to be on the block for an off the rack, you are very lucky.
      I know someone that is a straight up 40 chest and fits the blocks.
      The more out of the block, the more you have to compromise, sacrifice length for chest, arms for shoulders, etc.
      I never discourage people from OTR, it does make life easier if you can do it.

    • @Joab03291999
      @Joab03291999 Před 9 měsíci

      @@willre00I think bespoke clothing is just plain ridiculous if I’m being honest. The only people who can tell something is bespoke are ones who create bespoke garments. There is NEVER a need for bespoke clothing besides it just being a hobby.

  • @johnleonelli6109
    @johnleonelli6109 Před rokem

    Would black tie be appropriate for height tea at the Ritz Carton London at 7:30 pm?

  • @SimonLant
    @SimonLant Před rokem +8

    It appears Kirby is more stoked about the Coronation than most of UK put together... maybe it is because my invite to a Black Tie is lost in the post... hmm

    • @michaelkores6860
      @michaelkores6860 Před rokem +3

      Yes. Lost in the mail is the most probable reason. Like my cursed letter of acceptance from Yale or the notification from the Nobel prize committee.

    • @MrBurtonshaw
      @MrBurtonshaw Před rokem

      agreed, sick of it already... and the waste of 250 million quid.

  • @freedyorozco8451
    @freedyorozco8451 Před rokem +1

    🥃🎩

  • @frankrizzo2157
    @frankrizzo2157 Před rokem

    interesting videos channel

  • @LightemupWMH
    @LightemupWMH Před rokem

    Why black tie only? I would think for an event that might only happen every few decades the Brits would go all out with White Tie events.

  • @AmtgardMontag
    @AmtgardMontag Před rokem +8

    Kirby you always dress so well but the hat is tragic

  • @NGCH77
    @NGCH77 Před 10 měsíci

    No one sees the neck gap?

  • @charlesgould1962
    @charlesgould1962 Před rokem +1

    Would you rather be sovereign or reigned over ?

  • @money1968
    @money1968 Před rokem +3

    We want the Cuba videos!

  • @qarhsi
    @qarhsi Před rokem

    the tailor has a nice jacket and a decent shirt...unfortunately, he left it untucked. I wonder how these tailors are so good at dressing others but are themselves in need of style advice...
    anyway Kirby, your shirt collar looks a little big for your neck. are you not going to have it fixed for this shirt and the new one?

  • @TheTerryE
    @TheTerryE Před rokem +1

    While we're at it ... what does "Regis Philbin satin silk" mean? Is this some kind of American thing? Kirby uses a lot of odd slang ... "coronated?" Really?

  • @richardjones8743
    @richardjones8743 Před rokem +1

    I would generally avoid coronation stuff. The public is widely agaisnt it during a cost of living crisis

  • @dominicdonnellan7282
    @dominicdonnellan7282 Před rokem

    Seen another video of yours where the back of your tie is longer than the front ... I'm sure that is on purpose...your attention to detail is sorta what your all about ...that is on purpose...right?

  • @SimonD16
    @SimonD16 Před rokem +2

    The collar of the suit is too low. It keeps gapping and moving away from the neck

    • @TheTerryE
      @TheTerryE Před rokem

      I've noticed this on a number of Kirby's suits.

  • @melvincain5012
    @melvincain5012 Před rokem +1

    Kirby, what did you think of the faux pas performed by Trump wearing white tie in 2019 when he attended an event by the Queen?😬

    • @bartderuyck
      @bartderuyck Před rokem +4

      If I may offer an opinion: it was one of many sartorial gaffes. But of course, it stood out because the occasion was so special.
      The chief issue was the white waistcoat. It was far too long. (A recurring theme in Donald Trump's long list of menswear blunders. See also: his ties. The length of his trousers.) A waistcoat should always be shorter than a jacket. The reason is simple: a longer waistcoat skews the proportions. By having a waistcoat that long, you're creating a very strong break between the top and bottom. Especially when it runs past the jacket. It's almost 50/50 in Trump's outfit and it creates two distinct visual blocks. Especially since you're dealing in absolute contrast: black and white. Ideally, you want to shift the focus to the top of the body and lead the eyes all the way to a framed face. Trump's attempt was an absolute failure in that regard. Your eyes were drawn to the bottom of the waistcoat.
      It would have been better if he had stuck to his ossified '80s corporate powerhouse wardrobe antics. At least he was on terra firma there, while now he looked completely and painfully lost at sea.

    • @hubertuswolfthaler
      @hubertuswolfthaler Před rokem +1

      Not a Trump fan, but: He was voted into office, the old bag wasn't; so why should he care about the way he's dressed while meeting her? He was the more important person in that meeting, he could've shown up in shorts and a hoodie.

  • @AK47_ASH
    @AK47_ASH Před rokem +2

    I think the 'Palpable excitement' for most British people is because we get a day off work nothing to do with the coronation haha

  • @Mpayne1472
    @Mpayne1472 Před rokem +3

    We’re not excited about the coronation at all

  • @panagiotispapadakos392

    London is not as bad as poeple say it is

  • @safaryszabi9391
    @safaryszabi9391 Před rokem

    Hy please make video on the door and speak the do not mistrub table please make

  • @shill700
    @shill700 Před rokem +1

    do you have an invite ?....

    • @TheTerryE
      @TheTerryE Před rokem

      Obviously not, but there are several points where it sounds like he is implying that he has. I thought this was a little much.

  • @Twiceonasunday
    @Twiceonasunday Před rokem +4

    He so badly wants to be an old English man it’s painful…he’s in his 30’s right?

    • @michaelkores6860
      @michaelkores6860 Před rokem +4

      It is not painful. It is adorable.

    • @Twiceonasunday
      @Twiceonasunday Před rokem +1

      @@michaelkores6860 it’s cringey overplayed paaiiiiin!

    • @michaelkores6860
      @michaelkores6860 Před rokem +2

      @@Twiceonasunday yes, that's one way of looking at it, or you just see a totally harmless hobby being enjoyed. Why not? I too like the style.

    • @Twiceonasunday
      @Twiceonasunday Před rokem +1

      @@michaelkores6860 it’s not a hobby though. It’s a business selling a vision and building a brand.

    • @michaelkores6860
      @michaelkores6860 Před rokem

      @@Twiceonasunday True, but I would argue that dressing up this way as a hobby might have been the root of the now ongoing business activities.

  • @chocolatejellybean2820
    @chocolatejellybean2820 Před rokem +1

    his shirs and shirts don't see. so much compared to his travel costs to London... imagine he and his cameraman...

  • @ShailPM
    @ShailPM Před 9 měsíci

    this guy is the representation of anti stoicism lol

  • @syrah96
    @syrah96 Před rokem +2

    the proper phrase is " at University" not in college

    • @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss
      @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss Před rokem

      What about if you were in one of the Oxbridge colleges?

    • @MrBurtonshaw
      @MrBurtonshaw Před rokem

      @@Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss then you are in a college that is part of a university.

  • @appaware7105
    @appaware7105 Před 7 měsíci

    The guy from Lobb has missed the assignment, Kirby you have tried to help him out but he should not be on film. 💤

  • @laurenonions3059
    @laurenonions3059 Před rokem +7

    I'm English and the latest poll says 52% of the British public have "no interest in the coronation". Sorry to burst the bubble of all the Americans on here but this is a VERY idealistic view of London and the UK. You notice v rarely does price get meantioned. British pp don't all pay 5k for a suit or £100 + for a shirt. This is as rediclous. Sometimes I watch his videos to fall asleep to. But seriously my cringe level has been reached with this video. Personally I would abolish the monarchy tommarrow. Que American heart attacks 😂

    • @TheTerryE
      @TheTerryE Před rokem +1

      I'm English and this is just pure nonsense. You sound like one of those wankers from "Republic."

    • @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss
      @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss Před rokem

      Yes, replace them with another layer of politicians. It will surely be a lot better. 😂😂😂

    • @chriscaedmon1525
      @chriscaedmon1525 Před rokem

      £200 is the starting price for an off the shelf shirt with most closer to £300 - or above - not a garment you'd want to spill your biriani on

    • @MrBurtonshaw
      @MrBurtonshaw Před rokem

      @@Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss At least then my children would have the chance of becoming Head of State!!! Not another strange blue-blood oddball.

    • @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss
      @Lord_Sebastian_Snufflepuss Před rokem +2

      @@MrBurtonshaw We find it is better to train our Heads of State from birth in the UK. Otherwise you will end up with Donald Trump or any other self-serving corrupt politician as ambassador of the country.

  • @user-wf2wi5wc2k
    @user-wf2wi5wc2k Před rokem

    A truly momentous and historic waste of money.

  • @jakstrike1
    @jakstrike1 Před rokem +8

    So this is what cultural appropriation feels like

    • @generaladvance5812
      @generaladvance5812 Před rokem +1

      Doesn't feel too bad. At least everyone is looking smart.

    • @t3h8ar0n
      @t3h8ar0n Před rokem +6

      And ^^^^ (the original post) is what an idiotic comment looks like - thank you for providing such a fine example!

    • @rudiausbuddeln
      @rudiausbuddeln Před rokem +1

      Americans trying to be British ..

    • @geishasha
      @geishasha Před rokem +7

      I wish the British would try to be British

    • @Tomatonator
      @Tomatonator Před rokem +4

      @@rudiausbuddeln dude, by that logic Brits wearing jeans are trying to be American, lol

  • @quarlmephystodot2201
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