THE DETAILS ARE THE DESIGN
Lapels, buttons, and finishing touches all shape how your wedding day look comes together. Mary will help you choose the combination that's right for you and your celebration.
Custom Wedding Clothing In Phoenix
Your wedding day deserves more than an off-the-rack suit. A custom wedding suit or tuxedo should make you look sharp in every photo and feel completely confident the moment you walk down the aisle.
At Q. Contrary, Mary works closely with couples and their wedding parties to design custom wedding attire that fits your body, your role in the celebration, and the tone of your big day. From the first consultation, she'll guide you through every decision fabric, fit, silhouette, lapels, buttons, and the finishing details that make a wedding suit or tuxedo unmistakably yours.
Whether you're planning a custom groom's suit, a matching look for your groomsmen, or a tuxedo for a black-tie wedding, the process is personal, guided, and easy to navigate. The result is wedding attire made specifically for your body, your wedding style, and the way you want to feel on your wedding day.
Custom wedding clothing is more than an outfit for one day. It's an investment in confidence, craftsmanship, and a look you'll be proud of in every photo for years to come.
Fitting Process
1. The Consultation
Meet with Mary to discuss your wedding, personal style, and what you would like your custom clothing to accomplish.
2. Fabric and Design
Together, you will select the fabric, lining, lapels, pockets, buttons, and other details that make the garment uniquely yours.
3. Measurements and Fit
Mary takes precise measurements and evaluates your build, posture, and proportions to build a pattern just for you. You will also discuss how you prefer your clothing to fit and feel.
4. Pattern and Construction
A pattern is created for your body and sent to our master makers, who begin constructing your garment with careful attention to structure and detail.
5. Basted Fitting
If needed, you will try on the unfinished garment so Mary can evaluate its fit, balance, and proportions. Any necessary adjustments are recorded before your final garment is completed.
6. Final Fitting
At your final appointment, Mary reviews the finished garment, confirms the fit, and ensures every detail is exactly as intended.
Timeframe 5-7 weeks
Custom Suit & Tuxedo Pricing
Custom Suit: $1,500–$8,000
Custom Tuxedo: $1,500–$8,000
Pricing is driven primarily by fabric selection and level of make. We source cloth directly from renowned mills, including Loro Piana, Scabal, and Vitale Barberis, so the hand, the drape, and the way the garment performs over time are all exceptional from the very first fitting.
A custom garment from Q.Contrary is built to be worn for years, not seasons. Every piece is constructed with premium components throughout, from the collar fusing and internal structure to the buttons, and hand-finishing. With proper care, you can expect your custom pieces to wear beautifully for 10 years and beyond, becoming some of the most reached-for items in your wardrobe.
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Testimonials
MAKING A GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION IS SO IMPORTANT.
"Mary has custom made both shirts and jackets for me. In addition, she has helped me find the right accessories to pull my look together. She carries amazing fabrics and patterns for both shirts and jackets, and her attention to detail is unsurpassed. Mary is professional and working with her is a pleasure. I asked her to speak to my executive team about dressing professionally. Her knowledge and insight helped inspire and guide them to dress in a more professional and polished manner at the office. I would highly recommend Mary."
Tim O'Neal. CEO
Goodwill Industries
THE QUALITY OF HER SHIRTS IS TOP OF THE LINE, AND I ENJOY WEARING THEM.
"I enjoy working with Mary. She has a great eye for fashion and always helps me select fabrics and patterns for my custom shirts. I'm super busy and appreciate that she meets me at my office, thereby eliminating the need to go to the mall. The quality of the shirts she makes is top of the line. I enjoy wearing them."
Michael Lieb, President
- Michael Lieb, Ltd.
I ENJOYED MY ENTIRE CUSTOM SUIT EXPERIENCE WITH MARY.
"She's very knowledgeable regarding the latest fabrics and styles. I highly recommend Q. Contrary and Mary."
Ryan Sarbinoff, Vice President, Regional Manager
- Marcus & Millichap
EVERY TIME I WEAR SOMETHING MADE BY MARY, PEOPLE ALWAYS ASK IF I'VE LOST WEIGHT.
"I have been buying clothes from Mary for about five years now, and I wish I would have met her years ago. She does a great job selecting patterns, styles and clothing for me. Every time I wear something custom made by Mary, people always ask if I have lost weight."
Bo Calbert, Retired
- Former President of McCarthy Southwest
SHE IS THE BEST!
"I strongly recommend having Mary help you with your business or casual wardrobe. You will be glad you did."
Jay Thorne, Assistant Vice President Media Relations
- Arizona State University
FEELING GOOD AND LOOKING GOOD ARE TIED INTRINSICALLY.
"Q. Contrary and Mary Zarob have helped me achieve both with her expert wardrobe advice, perfect fitting custom made shirts and her "superpowers" that give her the ability to tell you exactly the right look for any event."
Ben Smith, CEO
- BioXSkinCare
Frequently Asked Questions
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We recommend starting the process at least three to four months before your wedding date. This allows time for fabric selection, fittings, and any adjustments needed to get the fit exactly right. For wedding parties or looks with more detailed customization, starting even earlier gives you the most flexibility.
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Pricing depends on the garment, fabric, and level of customization you choose. During your consultation, Mary will walk you through options at different price points so you can find what fits your vision and your budget before any decisions are made.
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Yes. We work with brides, grooms, and their wedding parties to create looks that feel cohesive without being identical, whether that means matching fabrics, complementary colors, or shared design details across multiple garments.
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Absolutely. Many clients come in with inspiration photos, a specific fabric in mind, or ideas from other wedding attire they've seen. Mary will help translate that vision into a design that works for your body and your event.
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With proper care, a Q. Contrary custom garment is designed to last 10 to 15 years or more. Each piece is constructed with premium canvas structure (not glued or fused), high-quality linings, buttons, and padding details that are often overlooked but make a meaningful difference in both longevity and fit over time.
To extend the life of your garment, we recommend storing it on a quality hanger, using a garment bag for protection, and avoiding daily wear. Like fine footwear, tailored clothing benefits from rest. Allowing your suit or sport coat a day or two between wears gives the fabric time to breathe and recover, ensuring it continues to look and feel its best for years to come. -
Custom garments are built specifically for your height, build, posture, proportions and how you like clothes to fit. Unlike off-the-rack pieces that rely on standard sizing and alterations, custom clothing is cut and constructed from the ground up for your body resulting in superior comfort, balance, and confidence.
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All measurements and fittings are handled personally by Mary. This ensures consistency, precision, and a level of care that can only come from working directly with an experienced professional who understands both design and fit.
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Taking care of your custom suit and sport coat plays a major role in preserving the look, fit, and longevity of your custom garments. We recommend storing your suit or sport coat on a quality hanger to maintain its shape and structure, and using a garment bag for added protection.
Dry cleaning should be done thoughtfully, not routinely. Clean your garment only when it has been exposed to heavy perspiration or if staining occurs, as over-cleaning can shorten the life of fine fabrics. Custom suits and sport coats should never be cleaned at home in a washing machine, as this can damage the structure, canvas, and overall integrity of the garment. We strongly recommend professional care only and from a reputable cleaner (not the 99 cent cleaners).
Whenever possible, entrust your garments to a high-end dry cleaner experienced with tailored clothing. If you live in Phoenix, we recommend Maroney’s, Arcadia, or Elite Cleaners, all of which understand the care required for premium fabrics and construction.
Finally, allow your garments time to rest between wears. Giving your suit or sport coat a day or two to breathe helps the fabric recover, reduces wear, and keeps it looking sharp for years to come.
Privacy First, Always
I have been fortunate to work with high-profile clients, and I remain committed to protecting the integrity of their privacy.
For clients that prefer the highest level of privacy during fitting appointments, I offer in-home or after-hours sessions at my store. All of your measurements are taken by me personally.
During fittings, the photos I need to collaborate with my tailors are always taken from the shoulders down to prevent identification, and unless you provide me with your explicit consent, I will not share any photos for promotional reasons.
Call me old-fashioned, but I also refuse to use cloud-based tools for my client records to avoid unwanted eyes on their information. Any personal information is stored on a private device and securely kept on premise.