A day at work with fashion designer Troy Costa

No detail is unimportant for the designer, nor is any idea

Jun 04, 2016, 06:15 IST2 min

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STAGE / 1 &ldquoThe cut is the foundation of every garment. it has to accommodate the fluctuations in body weight that a normal person may go through. style is measured in inches... g...

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STAGE / 2 &ldquoI check every jacket on a mannequin before it reaches completion. a suit should beautifully fit the frame and must be carved to flatter the body type unlike a suit bou...

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STAGE / 3 &ldquoThe devil is in the details. new designs and ideas stem from working closely with the tailors and technicians.&rdquo

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STAGE / 4 &ldquoI believe in dignity of labour. from cutting the patterns to even clipping an extra thread from a finished garment, no job is considered big or small.&rdquo

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STAGE / 5 &ldquoThere is a discussion of themes and ideas at each phase of the collection. the most valued clothing is one that is not quick to wrinkle, has a bounce back virility, a w...

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STAGE / 6 &ldquoWhen you decide to make a bespoke suit, you are entering a timeless world of tradition and luxury. measurements are done to create a unique blueprint of the person&rsqu...

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STAGE / 7 &ldquoThere is focus on modern masculinity and flattering functionality. a man should dress in a way that you notice he looks good but you don&rsquot know why.&rdquo

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STAGE / 8 &ldquoI work closely on each garment. it&rsquos a group effort to reach the spirit it evokes. a perfect suit preaches and epitomises the idea of dressing for success.&rdquo<b...

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STAGE / 9 At the end of the day, it&rsquos back to the drawing board as the work cycle starts afresh.

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UP CLOSE: The fine print at the workplace The pin cushion, an all-time favourite work accessory

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UP CLOSE Extensive use of paisley patterns

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UP CLOSE Custom handmade double monk strap brogues, also being created by Costa