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Custom Suiting and Separates

Designed in New Orleans, LA

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Welcome to Kilby

We’re a suiting atelier in New Orleans. Every Kilby garment is made by request and custom fit to you.

We offer everything from tailored suits and jackets to shirts, trousers, safari jackets, and overcoats.

ABOUT US
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Made to Measure

During your consultation, we’ll guide you through fabric selection, design, and fit to ensure the final piece reflects your style and fits to your preference.

OUR PROCESS

Kilby was founded by James Collier and Kristen Engelsen Collier. They’re joined by collaborator Sonny Mitchell.

Together, they bring decades of experience to helping clients build wardrobes they love.

WHO WE ARE

Next Stop: Birmingham

From time to time, we pack up the tape measures and travel. Private appointments in a handful of cities throughout the year for existing clients, future clients, and anyone who appreciates thoughtful clothing.

APPOINTMENTS ELSEWHERE

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View fullsize We like taking our time. Debating the right fabric. One swatch, then another. Then back again. Getting into the details most people would skip. Talking about fabric, life, your mama and them. Handmade pieces made with care. A proper fitting. Looki
View fullsize Sonny wears a sport coat with notch lapel, Milanese button hole, and flap pocket, paired with a chambray shirt and classic navy trousers. Classics that look great together, and are easy to mix and match with whatever else you’ve got.
View fullsize On the road again...James and Sonny will be in Birmingham early next week visiting with clients at the Valley Hotel. Give us a call if you'd like to set up an appointment.
View fullsize A hometown hero in hometown clothes.⁠ ⁠ Trombone Shorty @tromboneshorty wore KILBY custom black linen trousers for this year's Jazz Fest. We designed them with a permanent crease designed to hold their shape through an incredible performance in the N
View fullsize James wears a wool, silk, linen sport coat in a red and cream houndstooth from Holland & Sherry, a linen button down, and our favorite white trousers. A jacket so good we’ve been asked to cut the fabric out of the book so no one else can ha
View fullsize @tromboneshorty lookin sharp in @kilby____ for his Shorty Turns 40 party last night! Styled by @itsalimcnally
View fullsize Proud to be included in this year’s Scout Guide New Orleans, representing menswear amongst the best local businesses shaping the culture of our city. 🧡 @tsgneworleans
View fullsize Sonny wears our cream trousers with a permanent crease, an unlined silk gabardine tie, and a striped cotton shirt. All available made to measure.
View fullsize Wool, silk, linen. Our favorite trio. This particular blend, from Hardy Minnis’ Summer Breeze collection, as seen here in our safari jacket and trouser set, is woven with slub effect “imperfections” that are so charming. All the fab
View fullsize An evening well spent at this year’s Black and Gold gala
View fullsize We loved making this suit for Alex’s wedding. This fabric is a bi-stretch wool that drapes beautifully. Congrats to the beautiful couple!
View fullsize We’ve been scouted! Kilby is featured in this year’s Scout Guide @tsgneworleans. Grateful to be recognized alongside such an inspiring group of local businesses, and to be New Orleans' menswear feature. Pick up a copy at the atelier.