We worked closely with Rota's factory to develop our own pattern, offered in our ready-to-wear collection. This same silhouette is the jumping off point for our made-to-measure program. Available in both Hong Kong and New York, we asked members of our team to show us their latest commissions, adding their own twists along the way.

Too often, trousers are seen as an afterthought. They play a supporting role to patterned jackets, often offering a sense of quiet balance and neutrality. 

However, I embrace that they can live on their own, have their own moment, add a little drama to a look. Flared trousers do just that; they're a mood unto themselves, fabric flowing with every step, I've liked that for some time now. The 1970s, in general, is a big inspiration for me, stylistically. Men dressed with fluid flair.

For my trousers, I had two clear influences, Curtis Mayfield on the cover of his debut album, 'Curtis', draped in flared, yellow trousers (part of a suit), and Tommy Nutter, whose trousers were deeply cuffed and exaggerated in their leg opening. I took the basic Rota block and blended that with measurements from a pair of flared denim I have: narrowed the thigh and knee, then added a substantial amount to the bottom opening and length; more flow and pooling at the hem. All of this echoes my relaxed, slightly louche approach to tailoring.

I've often looked to film for examples of well fitting clothes, and a favorite example of mine is the dance sequence from the movie Stormy Weather. The Nicholas Brothers who are talented beyond words, were so smooth, jumping, flying, spinning and coming out of splits without using their hands. Looking great throughout it all.

For me trousers have been the hardest piece of clothing to buy off the rack, contemporary fits just don't work for my build. Our made-to-measure program with Rota makes it very easy to have your ideal pair come to life. I was able to find the balance, proportion, silhouette and fit that follows my frame.