Our Legacy

Two generations of excellence

Our legacy began in 1953 when Peter Balani set out to master the art of custom tailoring, traveling the globe to build relationships with top European fabric mills. In 1961, he founded Balani Custom Clothiers in Chicago, serving a select group of dedicated clients. For 40 years, Peter ran the business with unwavering dedication to quality.

Peter Balani, founder of Balani Custom Suits back in 1961.
Founder, Peter Balani - Chicago, 1961

Today, under the leadership of his son, Sonny Balani, Balani has expanded to 14 cities nationwide. We take immense pride in maintaining top-tier ratings across various platforms in every location we serve. Our values of quality and superior service are at the core of everything we provide for our clients. We passionately continue to handcraft each suit, taking pride in even the finest details, just as we have done for the last 60 years.

Vintage fabric swatches from when Balani Custom Suits was founded in 1961.

I invite you to join in my father’s legacy and share my vision on our journey through the
custom life.

 

Sonny Balani, CEO

2024

Balani expands to Denver, Colorado

2024

Balani expands to Beverly Hills, California

2024

Balani expands to Indianapolis, Indiana

2023

Balani expands to Phoenix, Arizona

2021

Balani expands to Tampa, Florida

2019

Balani expands to New York, New York

2018

Balani expands to Cleveland, Ohio

2017

Balani expands to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

2017

Balani expands to Dallas, Texas

2016

Balani expands to Atlanta, Georgia

2015

Balani expands to Orlando, Florida

2014

Balani expands to Columbus, Ohio

2014

Balani expands to Houston, Texas

2010

Sonny opens the first Balani showroom in Chicago, Illinois

2003

Sonny Balani joins the family business as CEO

1986

Peter Balani celebrates 1,000 trunk shows

1961

Balani Custom Clothiers is founded by Peter Balani in Chicago, Illinois

How we elevate standards above the rest

Product

Unrivaled quality, combining luxurious materials and masterful craftsmanship to create the best custom clothing on the market.

Experience

From selecting fabrics to finalizing fit, our clothiers guide you through every step. Relax with a drink while we take care of the details.

Expertise

With unmatched knowledge of style, color, and proportion, our 5-star clothiers have led the custom menswear industry since 1961.

The textiles that uphold our legacy

Our passion for excellence has been the cornerstone of our legacy, extending to the very fibers that define each garment. From the storied mills of England to the innovation of Italy, our commitment to sourcing the finest fabrics ensures every piece reflects the quality and luxury that define Balani.

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