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Custom Suiting and Separates

Designed in New Orleans, LA

SIT DOWN WITH US
SIT DOWN WITH US

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
ABOUT US
A man in a pink suit and polka dot tie stands beside a fireplace, holding a cup and saucer. He has short, dark hair and is looking to his right. Behind him is a framed portrait of a man with gray hair, and to his right are closed blinds, an air conditioner, and a wall-mounted device.
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LOOKBOOK EDITION 02
LOOKBOOK EDITION 02
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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
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
WHO WE ARE

House Notes

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GIFT CARDS
GIFT CARDS

The Latest

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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.
View fullsize Sonny wears an overcoat cut in a Balmacaan style. A classic defined by clean, unfussy lines, and no shoulder seam. Cut here in Dorchester lambswool from Hardy Minnis in England. Paired with a suit its polished, but would look just as good on top of j
View fullsize Broke up the separates from the white wool silk linen suit and paired the jacket with these olive green trousers in a durable high twist wool. Also, of course, side tabs instead of a belt. From Lookbook 02.
View fullsize This month we’ll be making visits to Birmingham, Gulf Shores, and Palm Beach for private fittings. We’re also working on upcoming trips to Lafayette, Baton Rouge, Houston, and some other corners of the South with dates to be announced so
View fullsize NYC & Atlanta… old friends like @philporlier_mtm, new friends from @reda1865, visited brands we love like @pjohnsonworld @aimeleondore @fecastleberry @drakesdiary, got lots of new fabrics like this customizable pinstripe from @hollandandsh
View fullsize Sold out. The Carte Postale collection of silk pocket squares has officially made its way out into the world. Thank you to everyone who claimed one. More soon.
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View fullsize One of our favorite dinner jackets we've made this Mardi Gras season, done in a stunning gold lurex from @hollandandsherryapparel
View fullsize This spring, we’re taking Kilby on the road for a handful of Appointments Elsewhere, private fittings in select cities beyond New Orleans. If you’ve been curious about custom tailoring with a softer shoulder, lighter construction, and a
View fullsize Honored to dress @tromboneshorty for the @grammys ! A custom money green cotton velvet tux with a wide peak lapel and classic black trousers, finished with a covered-placket shirt and a little secret stitched behind the collar. A lightning fast time