Welcome to the Team
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If you’ve been by the shop the past couple of weeks, you may have already met OMJ’s newest executive stylist, Cross. Cross joined us last month from Los Angeles and brings years of experience in both the fashion industry and fine suiting. While OMJ is known for great custom suiting, we also have been looking to expand further by offering a next level luxury suiting experience. Think, the finest fabric mills like Loro Piana and Zegna, made in Italy, made completely by hand and specialty fabrics (Vićuna, diamond chipped, gold stripes etc..). Our core offering will not change, and this new line won’t be for everyone, but we are thrilled to expand our capabilities and serve a broader niche. We can finally say we are truly one of the best brands doing custom suiting America!
See OMJ's New Custom Casual Line: Everything to Order
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Shirt Jackets A flexible easy-to-wear garment for all occasions. Example Shown in Circular Jersey Flannel Can Be Made From Any Fabric We Offer Trench Coats For the frequent traveler...
3 New Offerings for 2022 (Plus The Whiskey Club!)
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Big things are coming for OMJ in 2022! We are introducing a Custom Casual Line, Custom Casual Shoes, broadening our Ready Wear Essentials and finally rolling out the OMJ Whiskey Club.
The 2021 OMJ Gift Guide
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Wrap Up Your Gifting at OMJ Go local with our CLT-themed apparel, pick up an accessory that compliments a sartorialist in your life, or make it a Christmas to...
Guide: Patterns 101
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Here is a brief overview of six of the most common, and classic, patterns found in clothing and accessories. Learn how to distinguish between different patterns. Solids look great but patterns can add dimension and texture into your ever day wear.
Custom Overcoat for a Winter Wedding in Boone, NC
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Winter Mountain Elopement in Boone, NC A chilly mountain-side elopement garnered a warm overcoat in place of a sport coat for this groom. An intimate gathering allows for more...
Winter Highlands Elopement in Boone, NC
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Winter Highlands Elopement in Boone, NC We drew inspiration from the Highlands when outfitting this groom for a winter mountain elopement in Boone. A grey, brown and rust colored...
Bohemian Autumn Wedding in Chapel Hill, NC
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Bohemian Autumn Wedding in Chapel Hill, NC A windowpane sport coat with a dramatic cream and navy pattern makes for a unique twist on a traditional color. This bohemian autumn wedding...
New! Back to Work Styling Service
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We’re looking ahead to the fall, and offering a new service for our clientele returning to the office. Set up an appointment for OMJ’s Back to Work Styling Service.
A Casual Custom Suit for a Helicopter Elopement in Charlotte, NC
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A Casual Custom Suit for a Helicopter Elopement in Charlotte, NC What do you wear for a unique elopement that ends with a flight over the countryside? We styled this groom...
Modern Custom Tuxedo for a Sophisticated Wedding in Winston Salem, NC
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Modern Custom Tuxedo for a Sophisticated Wedding in Charlotte, NC When you’re dressing in a classic style, it’s more important than ever to get it right. Silky satin lapels...
Tan Chino Suit for Mountain Wedding in Lenoir, NC
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Tan Chino Suit for a Mountain Wedding in Lenoir, NC More casual than darker hues, but more traditional than jewel tones — tan and brows are having a moment. We...
Fall Farmhouse Wedding in Charlotte, NC
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Fall Farmhouse Wedding in Charlotte, NC A farmhouse outdoor wedding in the fall allows for an embrace of textures and subdued color palettes in groom's suiting. We styled this groom...
Holiday Gift Guide
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Our annual Holiday Gift Guide is here and packed with unique gift ideas from stocking stuffers to custom experiences! #shoplocal
Small Business Saturdays
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Here's the scoop. (Repost from SouthendCLT.org) Small Business Saturday may look a little different this year, but our concept is the same: Shopping small is supporting a big dream. Our...
Fall Layering Tips
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As the weather finally starts to turn chilly here in Charlotte, it’s only appropriate to talk about layering tips for fall. Not just for warmth, but for style, too. We’ve selected a few categories to think about when pulling together an outfit with layers.
8 Micro-Wedding Trends in Charlotte During COVID for Small Weddings
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Planning a wedding in Charlotte during COVID-19? We spoke with these wedding industry professionals to see how Charlotte couples are adapting their wedding plans to still hold meaningful celebrations at a fraction of the size.
Behind the Scenes of a Virtual Appointment
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Go behind the scenes of a Virtual Appointment with OMJ. See how we can talk through options, look at fabrics and get measurement remotely. Plus we share the unexpected benefit of going virtual.
Navy and Black Tux for a Garden Wedding at the Duke Mansion in Charlotte, NC
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A twist on the classic tux includes adding some unexpected elements -- like this navy jacket with black satin lapels. We chose a sleek shawl lapel in black silk for this groom to match his black bowtie. This garden wedding at The Duke Mansion in Charlotte, NC showcases how classic elements can be updated for a more modern approach.
From the Archives: First Time at The Masters
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A lifetime dream came true, as I got to attend the opening round of the 2015 Masters. Obviously, I had to recap such a monumental occasion...this is personal...as you can probably tell.
Modern Pink Groom's Suit for Industrial Chic Wedding in Charlotte, NC
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Pink Groom's Suit for an Industrial Chic Wedding Color can go a long way to turn a look into something original and unforgettable. We styled this groom in a dusty...
COVID-19 Update: New Store Opening Postponed
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Wow what a week it has been. Just last week, we got our final inspections and go ahead to fully open after months of delays and waiting. Unfortunately, it is with great sadness that we have decided to postpone our official opening that was set to be for this Saturday 3/21 until further notice. While we are so disappointed, we know it is the right thing for everyone's health and safety. We are going to stay positive, band together with our fellow Small Businesses and all get through this together!
Modern Bohemian Groom's Suit Custom Made in Charlotte, NC
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Modern Bohemian Groom's Suit Custom Made in Charlotte, NC by OMJ Clothing.
New Year. New Look. New Location.
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In Winter 2020, our company will expand into a beautiful new flagship showroom in the heart of Southend’s Design Center of the Carolinas under a new umbrella brand: OMJ.
Mountain Elopement with Custom Groom's Linen Suit in Charlotte, NC
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Mountain Elopement in North Carolina This rustic mountain elopement shows that small, intimate ceremonies can be beautiful. The groom wore a custom OMJ Clothing linen sport coat. The oatmeal-colored jacket...
Custom Casual Groom's Suit for Backyard Wedding in Charlotte, NC
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Backyard Southern Wedding in Charlotte, NC Planning a backyard wedding in Charlotte? This couple chose to keep things intimate and small without sacrificing style or comfort. The groom wore a...
Fall Sport Coats: Inspired by the Great European Cities
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Mason Custom Fall 2019 Sport Coats We took our inspiration from across the pond this season to showcase custom designed sport coats for fall. Schedule an appointment to build off...
Beginning August 24: Wall-to-Wall Sample Sale Up to 75% Off!
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Our second annual Sample Sale is your chance to snag handcrafted apparel up to 75% off. You’ll find a mix of our bestsellers from past collections, never before released items and one-of-a-kind shirts and suits at major markdowns. Find luxury pieces in any man's budget.
Condé Nast Names Ole Mason Jar One of the 10 Best Places for Shopping in Charlotte
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"This southern city shines when it comes to a wide range of creative boutiques and specialty stores," Levine wrote. See what Condé Nast had to say about Ole Mason Jar's flagship store in their roundup of local retailers changing the game.
Introducing the Spring Summer 2019 Shirt Collection
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Spring Summer 2019 Shirts are here! Shop the entire collection of short and long sleeve button downs in lightweight fabric and summer styles.
The Great Pappy Giveaway: 2019
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When a bottle of Pappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 15 Year landed in our hands, we decided to pass it onto one lucky customer. Between now and the end of April, every $100 spent at Ole Mason Jar or Mason Custom grants you one entry into The Great Pappy Giveaway.
Ole Mason Jar Wins the Style Category in Garden & Gun's Made in the South Awards
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We are excited to announce that Ole Mason Jar has been selected for the Style Category winner in Garden & Gun's Made in the South 2018 Awards. Read our feature and see all over the other incredible winners in this post.
Read Our Feature in July's Issue of Our State Magazine
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We are tickled pink. North Carolina is where we live, work, play and dream, so we were elated when Our State Magazine reached out to feature our brand in the July issue. See what they had to say about our southern charm (and the nicest compliment about our oxford shirts!)
Turning Five: A Letter from Brad & Filipe
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This past month OLE MASON JAR celebrated 5 years of being in business, a huge milestone considering most startups (especially fashion) don’t survive more than a couple of years. It’s been marked on our calendar for years and it feels extra special for us to reach something that was so far off in the distance for so long. If you would like to read more about our journey to 5 years, plus a few lessons learned, checkout our most recent letter posted on the blog!
Introducing the Made to Measure Collection
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This year marks the debut of something new. We are merging the unmatched quality of OLE MASON JAR garments with the singular experience of the Mason Custom design process for our new MTM Collection.
Fall & Winter Men's Style Tips
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Fall and winter are great times of the year for mens fashion, as there are so many opportunities and options to dress/layer up for the colder months. That being said, it can be a little overwhelming due to all the options to choose from. Look no further than one of our stylists, Kenneth Haas, as he imparts his expert advise for making an impact this season.
F/W 17 Shirting Is Here
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Every season we spend a lot of time planning, creating and trying to decide the perfect mix of colors and patterns for our collection. The only way to do it right, is to pull from various inspirations, and bring to life based on those things that inspired us the most. For our F/W 17 collection, we looked 100 miles to the west of Charlotte...the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Know Your Coffee
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We love coffee, but know it can get a little confusing when you step up to the counter to order something other the basic drip/brew. We love this informative illustration by our friends at Bearings!
Press: 2017 Made in North Carolina Awards Winner!
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We are so honored to be selected as winners of the 2017 Made in North Carolina Style Category by Our State Magazine! Our state magazine holds a very special place in our hearts as one of North Carolina's premier publications, and we couldn't be more excited about this achievement!
Food & Drink: 3 Classic Charlotte Cocktails Paired with our Summer Style
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Charlotte's cocktail scene is on a whole new level. We've paired OLE MASON JAR style with three drinks including a boozy coffee from a local coffeehouse, a dramatic drink from Charlotte's voted #1 restaurant, and an old fashioned drink from a new speakeasy bar.
Travel: Top 10 North Carolina vacation spots
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Whether you're scuba diving off the shores of the Outer Banks or hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina offers a diverse array of activities for your upcoming trip. Check out the top 10 vacation spots from HomeAway.
Style: Four NBA players. Four custom looks in Mason by OLE MASON JAR.
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There are some days when an off-the-rack suit won't cut it. Getting drafted into the NBA is one of those days. The team at Mason Custom by OLE MASON JAR worked closely with the Charlotte based style studio AZSN to create one-of-a-kind looks for four players in last month's draft.
Reflecting on 4 years of Business
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This past month, OLE MASON JAR reached a major milestone...our 4th year of being in business. All too often in this industry, it is easy to get caught up in thinking about the future and only focus on moving forward, so it was actually nice to pause and reflect on how far we have come in those 4 years!
Style: Spring Trends
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The weather is warming up here in Charlotte, which is causing quite a bit of spring fever here in the south. Everyone is starting to ditch the dark colors...
Travel: NYC Market
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I am not going to lie, when we were first starting OLE MASON JAR the thought of business trips to New York was alluring and glamorous ... Four years latter I am here to say that while yes there are certainly cool aspects of it, it is far from the ideas of grandeur I once expected. It is grueling, especially in the winter, and days are spent on the go, you hardly have time to catch your breath and are constantly overwhelmed. All that being said, our latest trip to NYC was certainly a success and I was able to snap a few pictures as well.
Music: End Of Year Indie Review
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This has been an incredible year in music overall, but this year we want to do something a little different. This year our director of music and lifestyle, Taj Simpson, gives recognition to some of the indie artists he's been enjoying.
Introducing: Citizen Supply
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We are thrilled to announce our expansion into Atlanta. You can now find us at Citizen Supply in Ponce City Market!
Upcoming: Holiday Events
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Check out some of the events we will be attending this holiday season!
Gift Guide: Christmas
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Men can be difficult to shop for, so we decided to help you out a bit by providing a gift guide for the men in your life.
Travel: Free Things To Do In Charlotte
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If you’re traveling to Charlotte, North Carolina, one of the fastest growing cities in the country, consider taking advantage of these excellent, free activities!