Our story. Master tailor Lesser Samuelsohn, who brought his exceptional craftsmanship from New York to Canada, established the esteemed Samuelsohn brand in 1923. Grounded in his unwavering dedication to superior craftsmanship in fine menswear, Samuel
Samuelsohn, our flagship brand which has been in business for over a century, embraces a distinctly European aesthetic. Characterized by a tapered silhouette, this style adheres closely to the body’s natural lines. European suits are renowned for the
We can group Samuelsohn and Heritage gold styles into three different fit categories: Classic, Contemporary & Trim. It’s important to note that these are generalized categories and the items can different in the exact fit type. It’s important to alwa
We use a 6 inch drop. Thus, if you get a suit in size 40R, the jacket size would be 40R and the trousers would be 34. We strongly recommend getting the right jacket fit as opposed to the pants fit because pants are easier and less expensive to alter.
No, our suits are sold as jacket and trouser sets and cannot be changed. We use a 6-drop. We recommend getting the right jacket fit as opposed to the pants fit because pants are easier and less expensive to alter. You can alter up or down a size. If
Please note that HG also offers garments in our Contemporary fit. We recommend reading the product features and description to ensure you find the perfect fit, with no compromises.
No, we no longer produce HF items since May 2023. After years of successful production, the Hickey Freeman license was sold to another company. In its place we launched Heritage Gold. It offers exactly the same fits & quality you loved in Hickey Free
Samuelsohn and Heritage Gold only use canvas construction. The canvas is a layer of fabric (traditionally made from horsehair, wool, and other materials) that is placed between the outer fabric of the suit and the inner lining. The purpose of the can
All of Samuelsohn & Heritage Gold jackets, sport coats, and tuxedo jackets are full canvas. Full Canvas: The canvas layer extends from the shoulders down to the hem of the jacket. This type of construction is often considered the highest quality beca
No. We use entirely natural materials and make all our items by hand. As a result, there may be small imperfections. This does not mean the item is defective, and often these items can be easily fixed. Please contact us here, and we will be happy to
Not necessarily. In warmer climates during transportation, when the item is not in a temperature-controlled environment, the fabric may slightly pucker. Because we use entirely natural materials, they are prone to change when exposed to the elements.