The pop-up shop we did last year with Rubato and Taillour went really well, so we're coming back to New York in October, with the addition shoemaker Seiji McCarthy (shoes below).
This time we'll be on Christopher Street, with J Mueser kindly letting us use their spaces across from the shop. It's a beautiful location, as I'm sure you all know, and I look forward to a really enjoyable four days seeing everyone.
The details are:
- October 18-21, Wednesday to Saturday (Seiji limited availability on the Saturday)
- Open 11am to 7pm
- At 14 Christopher Street, Suite 1
- Opening drinks on Wednesday 18th from 5pm
- No RSVP is required, but if you would like time with Fred and Seiji specifically, please do make an appointment through them
The run-down on what the brands will be bringing is as follows:
Permanent Style:
- All current products, in all sizes, as try ons only (to order online afterwards)
- New products, including the new raincoat and hopefully double-breasted winter coat
Rubato:
- All current products, in all sizes, with most available to buy as stock, on site
- Special run of the Permanent Style-collab brown chinos, exclusive to NY
- Two new styles
Taillour/Fred Nieddu:
- Seeing bespoke customers for fittings and new appointments
- Also bringing a small number of sample garments, as last time
- Feel free to come and see and say hello, no pressure!
Seiji McCarthy:
- Seiji makes bespoke shoes (below) that pair an American sensibility with Japanese craftsmanship, in formal and informal styles. Covered on PS here.
- He will be offering:
- Bespoke (personalised last, trial fitting) - from
- MTM (adjusted house last, no fitting, make as bespoke except for machine-stitched outsoles) -
- MTO (as above, but no last adjustment)
- Prices are:
- Bespoke: JPY517,500 (today $3,530)
- MTO and MTM: from JPY332,000 ($2,265) plus $50 per area of adjustment
- Payment is via invoice over email after ordering
There will be a London pop-up (just Permanent Style) a couple of weeks after New York, and outerwear will be available to try on at William Crabtree from October 1. Details on both soon.
Just out of curiosity are the Permanent Style-collab brown chinos different from Rubato’s standard dark brown officer chinos?
No, that’s the same one. It’s not really a collab in that sense, they were just reissued at a previous pop-up because so many PS readers wanted the colour. And because they’ve been popular it’s been hard for the Rubato guys to keep them in stock, but they’re bringing a special run just for NY in October, as they did that time before in London
Hey Simon,
Always super envious of these events. Hopefully, you my schedule can align with a pop-up one day.
Would you ever consider doing a pop-yo one in Japan (Tokyo)? Please 🥺
I’d really love to Daniel, but I think it’s unlikely I’m afraid
“Permanent Style-collab brown chinos, exclusive to NY”. Exciting! But so unfair to those of us not there!
I’m sorry it’s frustrating Angus, and hopefully some will be left over at the end. But I do think it’s also nice to reward people who take the time to come and see us if they’re there
All good Simon. I may be jealous but am not disapproving.
Oh good, thanks Angus
Hi Simon, Thanks for update on the London pop up and to the nice people at William Crabtree for the opportunity to try on outerwear.
Looking forward to seeing the raincoat soon!
Hi Simon,
Is there any sort of RSVP required for this? I will be in NY during these dates and would love to stop by.
Thank you!
Good point, let me add that to the info Mike. There isn’t at all for myself and Rubato, but it’s worth booking with Fred or Seiji if you want a real appointment
Seiji’s style and make is stunning. Just look at those loafers!
This double-breasted winter coat you are teasing about…. Something covered already somewhere?
Nope, not yet
Unrelated to this article but did I imagine something or was there not an article on caps posted today?
No you didn’t imagine, that was Monday’s post and it somehow went out early! Now you know what’s coming then (and the other reader that left a comment on it before it was taken down – that will appear on Monday too, no need to repost)
Fantastic! Will the same makers be with you at the London popup (Seiji especially…)?
No, the London pop-up will probably just be us this time. No Rubato or Seiji, certainly
I attended the PS NYC Pop Up last fall. I had a wonderful experience — Simon was very engaging and generous with his time! Looking forward to attending this Pop up in NYC next month as well. Fingers crossed that the tweed double breasted ps x private white overcoat will be available to try on in a size 3 🤞.
Thank you Imran, that’s lovely to hear
Great news about New York Simon. Will you have the Fielding coat that you collaborated on with Cromford? Travel safe!
Thanks Howie. No we don’t normally bring the Cromford pieces I’m afraid
Hi Simon! Very excited for the pop up, will you bringing one of your trench coats in a XL (54/6) and XXL (56/7) to try on?
Hi Andrew,
We only have extra large left, and only in olive, so we weren’t planning on bringing them. We can one bring one if you’d be interested though
I would if you could bring the extra large please!
Sure, will do
So excited for this Simon. Just booked my trip to NYC just to visit the pop-up!
How lovely to hear, thank you Victor
Hi Simon,
Do you think that your Wax Walker will still be in stock when you visit? I would really like to try on before ordering. Thanks
Yes I think it will be, Matt
Hi Simon, looking forward to the London pop up. Would have been great to have Seiji and his work in London. Next time I guess. Any idea if the finest crewneck will be available by then? Am on the waiting list but would be good try on in situ…
Hopefully Paul, we’re expecting them in November, but not sure to the week yet
It would be useful to have Seiji’s schedule and timescales for those who live in or near London. I love his style and quality but would not wish to wait over 6 months to receive the finished commission.
Hi Gary,
He’s not coming to London, only to New York. He doesn’t visit London I’m afraid. Timescales are on the previous article here
Hello, do you expect to have the light grey Donagal Overcoat available to try in Size 5 (large). Thank you.
Yes we do John. The light grey and the navy overcoat are being restocked very soon, and we will have all sizes to try on (though not necessarily in that colour – eg the 5 might be the navy, the 6 a grey)
Nice!
what is Fred’s pricing please?
It’s on our recent review here
Hi Simon,
A report worth sharing:
https://thehill.com/homenews/senate/4209368-schumer-loosens-senates-informal-dress-code/
Bad news for the menswear industry!
John
On the same subject:
https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/09/19/senate-dress-code-john-fetterman/
John
Hi Simon – will you be bringing the luxurious cardigan in different sizes to the NYC pop-up so folks can try them on? Interested particularly in the medium and small (I think). Thanks!
Yes we will Tom
It would have been rather cool if you, Rubato, and co would have been a part of the New York Super Trunk Show and Shoe Shine Competition (with Kirby Allison and co). This could have spared me making two trips into the city.
Sorry Alex, there are lots of things going on and hard even to coordinate the four of us, let alone anyone else!
Hi Simon,
I just sent you an email but figured I’d ask here as well:
I have a New York trip scheduled for Oct 12–18, departing late AM on the 18th – in other words, leaving town *just* before the pop-up opens. So I wanted to ask – any chance at all I could come in the afternoon or evening of the 17th, or else (less ideally) earlier the morning of the 18th?
No worries if that wouldn’t work for whatever reason – but I figured no harm in asking. Thank you!
Best,
Ben
Hi Ben,
I’m afraid not, unfortunately. On the previous afternoon we will only just be setting up, and I don’t think we’ll have things ready until opening.
Sorry, but thanks for asking here, in case anyone else had a similar question.
No worries – hopefully another time!
This pop up was a lovely event and I enjoyed meeting Simon. Great to try on many sweaters and coats. Certainly will be placing orders now that I know my perfect size.
Best,
Robert
Thank you Robert, it was lovely seeing you too
If and when additional colors are offered in the thin gauge crewneck sweater (I have and love the Navy blue) – which colors are expected?
Best,
Robert