Chalk Stripe Trousers ⭑ Created in Houston
Chalk stripe trousers bring a touch of traditional tailoring to your wardrobe, with soft-edged vertical lines that lengthen the leg and add quiet authority. They work equally well as part of a matching suit or as a separate, paired with a blazer or sports coat. Because the stripe is a defining feature, precision in cutting and seam alignment is essential.
At B. Kreps, Houston’s top bespoke tailor, your trousers begin with a try-on garment rather than a measuring tape. This lets us assess waist position, seat shape, thigh width, taper, and hem length directly on your body, then translate those observations into a unique pattern that ensures the stripes align perfectly from waistband to hem.
You have total freedom to create.
Ordering trousers through a bespoke process opens up far more creative freedom than ready-to-wear or made-to-measure. You can combine structural and stylistic elements in any way you like, resulting in a pair that’s truly yours. We guide you through:
Waistband construction – curtained for comfort, extended tab closure for a clean front, or a traditional straight waistband
Fastening options – concealed hook-and-bar, button closure, or side-tab adjusters for a belt-free finish.
Pleats or flat front – single or double forward pleats for added room, or a clean, flat-front silhouette.
Hem style – plain hem for formal settings, or cuffs to add weight and drap
Pocket styles – slanted side pockets, jetted rear pockets, or button-through for security.
Support options – brace buttons or interior waistband grip for suspenders, belt loops if preferred.
Lining – partial or full front lining for comfort and to reduce fabric cling.
Fly construction – classic zip fly or button fly, depending on preference.
These features can be combined in countless ways. For example, you might opt for forward pleats with side-tab adjusters and a cuffed hem for a classic British look, or choose a flat front, belt loops, and plain hems for a cleaner, more contemporary style.
Your choice of fabric and stripe
For Houston’s climate, we recommend lightweight worsteds, tropical wools, or high-twist fabrics that breathe well and hold a crease. Chalk stripes can be narrow and discreet or wider and bolder — the spacing you choose will influence the formality and character of the trousers.
The B. Kreps Bespoke Process
After refining your fit in the try-on garment, your trousers are cut and sewn at our atelier in Amsterdam. They are returned to Houston for a second fitting, where we make any final adjustments to drape, waistline, and break. The entire process takes between 5 and 6 weeks from start to finish, and we keep your pattern on file for future trouser commissions.
Let us create chalk stripe trousers that fit precisely — built around your posture, proportions, professional life, and personality.
Visit one of our Houston locations to begin your commission.
Heights
2313 Edwards Street
Unit 115
Houston, Texas 77007
(281) 799-4872
How it works
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STEP 1
1 - 2 hours
Initial sizing and fitting of try-on garment
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STEP 2
4 - 5 weeks
Pattern creation and making of garment
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STEP 3
30 - 60 minutes
Fitting of tailor-made garment
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STEP 4
Up to 1 week
Final adjustment of tailor-made garment
What our clients say…
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I came for the suits, stayed for the customer service. Brian and Dinora are an absolute joy to work with. They don't rest until you have exactly what you're looking for. Officially my new favorite business in Houston.
Caleb
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What stood out was their impeccable customer service. They were extremely accommodating to my schedule, ensuring every fitting was timely, smooth, and enjoyable. I felt completely confident throughout the process, knowing I was in expert hands.
T. J. Gonzalez
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I have years of experience with custom clothing and Brian has exceeded all of my expectations. I will use them for all future clothing needs.
Miguel Adame
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B. Kreps’ rating is ★★★★★ on Google
FAQs
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From the first fitting to the final tweaks of the finished garment, the entire process takes between 5-6 weeks.
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We can request a rush that can narrow the ETA from five weeks to three. There is an additional charge depending on the garment but normally it’s about $150.
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While it is possible to conduct fittings outside of the store, we strongly encourage our clients to visit our store for the first fitting at least. It allows us to show you the full selection of fabrics and customization options available to you, in addition to learning your lifestyle and sartorial preferences.
We believe the in-store experience is one of the joys of bespoke clothing and our customer testimonials prove that point emphatically. The truth is, it is hard to reproduce that experience in a time-pressured office environment. Once we have fine-tuned your fit, we can bring fabrics and styling accessories to your office. But then you miss out on spending time with Magic the Dawg!
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Our garments are made by our tailoring atelier in Amsterdam, Holland. But final adjustments are made by our in-house master tailors in Houston.
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Click here for a detailed comparison between these different categories of customized clothing.
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Suits, sport coats, formal wear, pants, shirts and casual wear including bespoke denim. We also make bespoke women’s suits, jackets, trousers, skirts and shirts.
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No, we are in the business of designing and making garments from scratch.
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Yes, we do embroidered monogramming. We always put your name in the jacket but there are actually multiple spots we can add nicknames, wedding dates, or a signature phrase. We can even do a custom embroidered patch for the back of your custom denim or chinos.
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All prices depend on the choice of fabric and fabric is the single biggest determinant of price. Importantly, the internal workmanship of every commission is the same.
Introductory prices:
Suits: $1295.00
Sport Coat: $895.00
Shirtings: $295.00
Slacks: $395.00
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Yes, we carry a significant selection of ready to wear items including shirts, footwear, denim, t-shirts, outerwear, and assorted casual and dress garments and accessories.
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We do make unconstructed jackets and more casual fits like safari jackets, shirt jackets and drawstring pants.
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We have thousands of clothing fabrics, shirtings, denim, leather and linings from the best mills in the world including Scabal (Belgium), Dormeuil (France), Loro Piana (Italy), Carnet (Italy), and Ariston (Italy), Gladson (England), Holland & Sherry (England), Albini (Italy), Thomas Mason (Italy), Liberty of London (England), and Candiani Denim (Italy).
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Yes, we have a selection of sustainable fabrics from Dormeuil and Candiani.
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No.
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It is best to set an appointment due to the detailed work we put into your first fitting. We suggest you allocate 45 minutes to an hour for us to create your pattern and then some time to choose fabric and details.
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Once you understand the process of designing your individual garment and have a grasp of fabrics and detailing, the creative time is usually shorter, but the time it takes to actually make the garment remains the same, 5-6 weeks.
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Since it is custom for you, we require full payment up front.
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We have a staff of tailors at both of our locations that can handle most adjustments and many repairs.
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Our in-house tailors can do adjustments to your commissioned garment if those become necessary later.
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Our in-house tailors will be glad to help with alterations.
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We are here to create a fit and style that you are comfortable with in relation to your goal for the garment. We will guide you and explain current styles and trends. Our goal is for your commissioned garment to reflect your personal style and choices as closely as possible. It’s your style, we just help to create it.
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We do not charge for adjustments made when we do the first fitting and fine tune your commissioned garment.
Our in-house tailors charge for doing outside alterations according to the requirements of the job.
Book an appointment
We take appointments at our showrooms at The Heights at Sawyer Yards and Downtown Tunnel Loop. If you’d like to be fitted or seen by a specific member of the team, please designate your desired consultant when making your appointment. You can learn more about the team here.