Atelier
Deeply committed to preserving the artistic legacy of bespoke craftsmanship in a world where mass production takes precedence, DaisyK stands firmly dedicated to upholding traditional techniques.
Every shirt designed by our clients is brought to life by our Portuguese family run atelier specialising only in shirt making. Founded over 40 years ago by the wise hands of master shirtmaker and seamstress wife, the couple are now joined by their children to continue the know-how.
We call our DaisyK shirts ‘bespoke’ because all shirts are cut freehand. A technique developed specially here, the fabric cutters design and cut freehand the fabric according to the measurements and body structure of each client. No patterns are used or kept for future shirts, meaning each shirt every time is truly bespoke.
Hand-worked sewing machines directed by a team of women, are used to bring the shirt together with careful oversight every step of the way. This machine method produces stronger seems while maintaining accuracy.
Each seamstress has their expertise and so each one focuses specifically on a part of the shirt, from collars, cuffs, body parts, buttoning, and labelling.
Once the shirt is pieced together, it is time for Monogramming in the colour of thread of your choice.
From start to finish the process takes between 4-6 weeks where the final step is eventually when the shirt is pressed and meticulously checked by a seamstress before being given the OK to leave the atelier.
DaisyK has met personally with the atelier owners and forged strong relationship with the son. Together we continue to improve the quality of our product, offerings for our clients from fabrics to cuts and speed of production.
DaisyK chooses to produce shirts in Portugal is because of the incredible level of quality, dedication to detail and craft, abundance of small-scale, family run operations to partner with.
Atelier
DaisyK stands firmly dedicated to upholding traditional techniques.
Atelier
DaisyK stands firmly dedicated to upholding traditional techniques.