Article reposted from Canvas Rebel
Today we’d like to introduce you to Jeffrey Appelson
HI JEFFREY, IT’S AN HONOR TO HAVE YOU ON THE PLATFORM. THANKS FOR TAKING THE TIME TO SHARE YOUR STORY WITH US – TO START MAYBE YOU CAN SHARE SOME OF YOUR BACKSTORY WITH OUR READERS?
I have always had an interest in men’s style and suits however, my passion for it grew significantly after working at a men’s suit retailer 13+ years ago. I was looking for a part time job while attending college and this was the perfect place. From that point on, I knew that this was something I wanted to pursue I just didn’t know it would be through my own business. After 2 years, I left that store and worked other part time jobs until I finished school and started a career in corporate sales, 9 year ago. At that same time. my colleague from the clothing store, who I had stayed connected to, started a custom clothing business. I helped him out on the side while working sales. Fast forward 3 years…I learned so much about the business world that I felt comfortable pursuing my own business. At that point, I asked my colleague how he would feel about me being a part of the business. He said absolutely and gave me half the company. This was 6 years ago. A year later, I bought him out and the Jeffrey Scott Brand was born
WOULD YOU SAY IT’S BEEN A SMOOTH ROAD, AND IF NOT WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BIGGEST CHALLENGES YOU’VE FACED ALONG THE WAY?
It hasn’t always been smooth, but I am blessed to say I have seen positive growth every year that I’ve been in business. I attribute this to constant commitment to growing my business and never quitting. One of the biggest challenges I faced was a business partner who did not have the same goals for growing the business as I did. Long story short, I bought him out through a smooth and seamless transaction one year into working with him. You sometimes have to make tough decisions and big changes in order to grow.
AS YOU KNOW, WE’RE BIG FANS OF JEFFREY SCOTT. FOR OUR READERS WHO MIGHT NOT BE AS FAMILIAR WHAT CAN YOU TELL THEM ABOUT THE BRAND?
We are a bespoke clothier. We make suits, tuxedos, sportcoats, trousers. overcoats, shirts, ties and pocket squares for Gentlemen and Ladies completely from scratch. What sets us apart is the attention to detail (I am a perfectionist so I will not let one thing slip by when it comes to the final product), the quality of the fabrics, and the quality of construction inside and outside of the garment. Every Jeffrey Scott suit is fully handmade and full canvas which provides the highest level of comfort, fit, and quality.
We stand by our clothing and promise to deliver a perfect fitting garment that our clients love, otherwise their money back. We also cover alterations for the life of the garment, as we understand sizing may change.
We are most proud of the strong relationships and friendships we have built with our clients as well as how good we help them feel.
HOW DO YOU THINK ABOUT HAPPINESS?
The smile on my clients faces when they put on their suit for the first time and are in shock at how good they look and feel.
Aside from the business topic, spending time with my wife and daughters makes me the happiest.
Professional photos by Ellie S. Photography
