Andover Shop — Local services in Andover

If you're into high-end, preppy, traditional menswear and don't mind spending a lot of money then visit the Andover Shop. Small and seemingly misplaced a block away from the rest of the Main Street shops, this store tailors for anyone with an eye for fancy clothing and especially for students at Phillips Academy (the school's official tie is made here, though not many students own one anymore). This clothing is definitely on the expensive side and many people would say it's quite overpriced, but to the store's defense the clothing here is of higher quality than the "esteemed" mass-produced polo and suit brands. There isn't a huge selection, the smell of the store is a bit unpleasant to some noses, and it's more expensive, but it keeps its promise as being a local and very traditional...

The Sales manager (J) seems incapable of measuring for a vest at this location. After being brutally rejected from applying to this store by the owners (TM and his father), I returned to get a vest made. Conveniently, the only try on they had was a 44 for shoulder measurement. This is one whole shoulder size up from me. The owners probed me for my client list and a tailor for their Harvard Square location. I offered them a tailor and they still haven't called her after three months . Avoid this place at all costs. Money is only green to them if you have more than 100 million...

I’ve been meaning to shop here for awhile, since J Press closed the Cambridge store. Nice store and selection, even if a bit limited. However the salesman left something to be desired. After initially helping me he ignored me, even though I was about to buy a made to measure sport coat. More interested in talking to someone about the wonders of Mohegan Island. After waiting about 15 minutes for him to come back, I walked out. I’ll drive to New Haven to shop at J Press, where they treat customers...