Thirty years ago, in the second section of Zhongshan North Road in Taipei, there were many custom-made Western suit shops. Among them, those run by Shanghai craftsmen were the most famous. Glan was one of them. The veteran craftsmen in the shop had decades of superb skills, with unchanging hand-cutting, custom-fitting, and hand-stitching. These traditional techniques reflected the solid skills and meticulous steps of the veteran craftsmen.
For many people, custom-made suits have a charm that is hard to describe. Making a custom suit starts with one-on-one consultations, then choosing the fabric and deciding on the style. After careful measurements, about a week later, the customer tries on the sample for the final adjustments before completing a custom-made suit. Because it is made to measure, it pays great attention to details, and the production process is quite complicated. Glan has won many awards and honors, but these accolades are not as meaningful as the recognition from their customers. There are many well-known people in society who are their customers. The next time you watch TV, take a closer look, and you might see Glan's suits on celebrities.