Erik Peterson Tom James Company

Erik Peterson | Tom James Company – Tampa Bay’s home for custom suits, dresses, and curated wardrobes that actually fit your life. From wedding looks to business casual, each piece is built around your personal style using at least 31 precise measurements and detailed posture analysis for a flawless fit. ​ Serving Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Sarasota, Lakeland, and the greater Bay area, Erik brings global-quality fabrics and craftsmanship directly to you with a truly personalized, by-appointment experience. ​ If you’re ready to upgrade from off-the-rack to made-for-you, explore bespoke suits, shirts, dresses, and elevated casualwear for both men and women – plus those finishing touches like premium socks – all designed to reflect who you are, not just what you wear.

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People often think “craft” is only for luxury brands. But the truth is, craft is about much more than expensive products.

A recent Chicago Booth Review conversation made me think differently about how people value what they buy. It’s not just about function. It’s not even just about price. Take a listen and learn about our Oxxford Clothes

It’s about the story behind the product. It’s about the signal it sends. It’s about the feeling of quality, care, and authenticity. That’s why craft matters in business. The strongest brands don’t just sell something useful. They sell something meaningful.

And that’s a big reminder for anyone building a product, brand, or service: What you make says something about who you are.

The real question is not “Is it well made?” It’s “What does it make people feel?” An Oxxford Clothes really does make you feel different.

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Tom James 60 Year Trailer

Founded in Nashville, Tennessee, the Tom James Company has grown over the last 60 years to become the world's largest manufacturer and retailer of custom men's and women's clothing. The company was built on a unique "We Come To You" model. Recognizing that traditional fine clothing shopping could be impersonal and inconvenient, founder Spencer Hays envisioned a service where expert personal clothiers visit clients directly at their homes or offices. This allowed them to build long-term relationships while curating custom wardrobes tailored to individual lifestyles. Today, Tom James is 100% employee-owned, operates over 100 offices worldwide across the US, Canada, UK, and Australia, and employs more than 3,000 people. As highlighted in "Tom James Presents- We Build People - Official 60th Anniversary Trailer", the foundation of this growth is an unwavering commitment to quality and a core mission centered around "building people."

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Maganni Mens Shoes

Maganni shoes have become a standout choice for men who appreciate craftsmanship, comfort, and modern European styling.

Handcrafted in Spain, each pair reflects a level of detail that complements custom clothing perfectly—from rich hand-painted leathers to sleek, contemporary silhouettes that elevate both business and casual wardrobes.

What I appreciate most about Maganni is the balance they strike:

Refined enough for tailored suits

Versatile enough for sport coats and denim

Comfortable enough for all-day wear

For clients investing in custom clothing, footwear should never be an afterthought. The right shoe completes the look—and Maganni consistently delivers that finishing touch.

If you're building a wardrobe with intention, this is a brand worth considering.

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Summer Sport Coat

A great summer look starts with the right balance of style, comfort, and ease.

This soft aqua green sport coat paired with ivory and sand tones is a perfect example of warm-weather dressing done right. Lightweight, refined, and effortlessly versatile, it’s the kind of outfit that works for client meetings, summer events, or a polished night out.

Your summer style should feel as good as it looks — breathable fabrics, tailored fit, and colors that keep your wardrobe fresh and modern.

What’s your go-to summer combination: classic navy, soft neutrals, or something more colorful?

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The Spring/Summer 2026 Trunk Show is one of the best opportunities of the year to refresh your wardrobe with custom clothing tailored to your lifestyle, climate, and personal style. Hosted by Tom James Company in the Tampa Bay area, this limited-time event features exclusive fabrics, seasonal designs, and the Tom James Twofer, allowing clients to take advantage of added value on trunk show pricing.

What Is the Spring/Summer Trunk Show? The Tom James Spring/Summer 2026 Trunk Show provides early access to newly released fabrics and styles selected for warm-weather dressing. From lightweight wools and breathable linens to performance blends and seasonal patterns, clients can choose from elevated options that are not typically available throughout the year.

When paired with the Tom James Twofer, the trunk show becomes an even better opportunity to invest in custom clothing. This special offering applies to trunk show pricing, giving clients the chance to maximize value while enjoying the superior fit, comfort, and quality that custom tailoring provides.

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As the temperatures rise, so does the opportunity to refine what “casual” really means.

This summer, elevated casual for women is all about intentional simplicity—lightweight fabrics, clean silhouettes, and pieces that move effortlessly from day to evening without sacrificing sophistication.

Think breathable linens, soft cotton blends, and fluid silhouettes that are tailored—not tight. A well-cut blouse paired with a relaxed trouser. A polished dress that feels as comfortable as it looks refined. These are the pieces that redefine everyday style.

The difference is in the details:

Proper fit that complements—not constrains

Fabrics that perform in the heat while maintaining structure

Versatility that allows for seamless transitions from work to weekend

Custom clothing takes this even further. When garments are designed specifically for you, “casual” no longer means ordinary—it becomes a reflection of personal style, confidence, and ease.

This season, elevate your everyday wardrobe. Because comfort and elegance should never be mutually exclusive.

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Men's Capsule Wardrobe

Discover the benefits of a men’s capsule wardrobe in Tampa, Florida. In this video, we show how a carefully chosen wardrobe of versatile, breathable, and well-fitted essentials can help you look sharp, save time, and create more outfits with fewer clothes.

If you’re looking for Tampa menswear, men’s style tips, business casual outfits, or a smarter way to dress in Tampa Bay’s warm weather, this video is for you. Learn how to build a capsule wardrobe that works for work, weekends, travel, and everyday life in South Tampa, Hyde Park, and Westshore.

A men’s capsule wardrobe can make getting dressed easier, cleaner, and more stylish. With the right neutral colors, quality fabrics, and timeless basics, you can create a polished look that fits your lifestyle and the Tampa climate.

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Level Up Your Shoe Game – The Allen Edmonds 2026 Anniversary Sale Is Here

A great pair of shoes does more than complete your look—it defines it. The Allen Edmonds Anniversary Sale is the perfect time to refresh your footwear collection with craftsmanship that never goes out of style.

For professionals, entrepreneurs, and anyone who appreciates quality, this event is more than a sale—it's an investment in how you show up. From classic cap-toe oxfords to refined loafers and modern hybrid styles, Allen Edmonds blends timeless design with comfort built to go the distance.

Updating your shoe game isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about confidence, presence, and lasting value. When craftsmanship meets purpose, every step feels intentional.

If there was ever a time to upgrade—the 2026 Anniversary Sale is it. Step into your next season looking sharp and standing tall. 👞

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State Department Dress Code

🔥 Big news from Washington: The U.S. State Department just dropped its FIRST-EVER formal dress code for diplomats—no more casual Fridays on the global stage! Now mandating "business formal" (think tailored suits, crisp shirts, and that sharp, professional edge) for meetings with foreign leaders. As Assistant Sec. Dylan Johnson put it: "Representing America is a privilege." As a custom tailor with 30+ years at Tom James Company in Florida, I've always said: Dress for the respect you demand. A bespoke suit isn't just fabric—it's diplomacy in motion, projecting confidence and authority worldwide. Whether you're closing deals in Tampa, Tallahassee, Washington or abroad, elevate your wardrobe. Ready to craft your power suit? DM me! 👔🇺🇸 https://www.foxnews.com/politics/no-more-casual-state-department-imposes-first-ever-dress-code-diplomats

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True luxury is never rushed.

In this Holland & Sherry film, craftsmanship is elevated into an art form — where raw wool is transformed through time-honored processes into cloth of remarkable refinement. It is a quiet celebration of heritage, precision, and the enduring beauty of exceptional materials.

For those who appreciate fine tailoring, the story is never only in the finished garment. It begins long before the first cut, in the character of the cloth itself — in its hand, its drape, and the elegance it brings to everything it becomes.

When it comes to luxury tailoring, what matters most to you — heritage, hand feel, or the final silhouette?

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🌞 Spring/Summer 2026 Has Arrived at Tom James Company | Tampa, FL

Discover the new Tom James Spring/Summer 2026 Men’s Sportswear Collection — designed for the modern gentleman who values elegance, comfort, and craftsmanship in every stitch.

From lightweight Italian linens to premium cotton polos, soft-shouldered sport coats, and tailored performance trousers, this season’s collection blends breathable luxury with everyday versatility — ideal for Florida’s warm climate and active lifestyle.

✂️ Every piece is custom made-to-measure or ready to ship, ensuring a perfect fit that reflects your individual style. Whether you’re updating your work wardrobe, planning travel attire, or refreshing your weekend look, I will can see you in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota will guide you through a truly personalized experience.

Schedule a personal fitting or private appointment today and experience the difference of custom luxury.

📍Serving Professionals Across: Tampa Bay | St. Petersburg | Clearwater | Sarasota | Lakeland | Bradenton 📞 Book a consultation: https://calendar.app.google/zCkHYjmcoC7Njyj48

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Workwear doesn’t have to be beige to be professional. This spring, I’m helping Tampa Bay women build colorful capsule wardrobes that move effortlessly from boardroom to brunch. Think one custom jacket, two versatile bottoms, and a few elevated tops in coordinated, confidence-boosting hues—mixed and matched into a month’s worth of polished looks. If you’re in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or the greater Tampa Bay area and ready to upgrade your women’s suits and spring collection without overflowing your closet, let’s talk. I’ll come to your home or office, help you define your best colors, and design a made-to-measure capsule that fits your life, not just your hangers.

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Workwear doesn’t have to be beige to be professional. This spring, I’m helping Tampa Bay women build colorful capsule wardrobes that move effortlessly from boardroom to brunch. Think one custom jacket, two versatile bottoms, and a few elevated tops in coordinated, confidence-boosting hues—mixed and matched into a month’s worth of polished looks. If you’re in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Clearwater, or the greater Tampa Bay area and ready to upgrade your women’s suits and spring collection without overflowing your closet, let’s talk. I’ll come to your home or office, help you define your best colors, and design a made-to-measure capsule that fits your life, not just your hangers.

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Crafted in the Scottish Borders and born on Savile Row, Holland & Sherry continues to set the benchmark for luxury cloth – and this new video captures exactly why that matters to my clients today. Why I choose Holland & Sherry for my clients Since 1836, Holland & Sherry has focused on sourcing some of the finest natural fibres in the world, from Super 240s worsteds to cashmere and vicuña. ​ Their cloths are woven in the time‑honoured way, giving jackets and trousers a drape and durability you simply don’t find in mass‑produced garments. ​ As a custom clothier, I see the difference every time a client tries on their first Holland & Sherry suit – the comfort, the shape retention, and the quiet elegance of the fabric all stand out. ​ What this means for you If you appreciate long‑term value over fast fashion, a made‑to‑measure or bespoke garment cut from Holland & Sherry cloth is a genuine investment piece that only becomes more rewarding with wear. The new collection showcased in their apparel site is a great reminder that true luxury starts with the mill, not the label.​ If you’d like to explore Holland & Sherry bunches for your next suit, sport coat, or trousers, send me a message and we can schedule a time to review the cloths together.

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Tom James Corporate Image Collection Spring Summer 2026

When clients ask me where to start their custom wardrobe, I almost always reach for my Tom James Corporate Image Collection swatch book. These fabrics are designed to look sharp in the boardroom, travel well, and deliver exceptional value as a foundation for a professional wardrobe.

In the photos, you’ll see what I mean. Each fabric is a Super 100’s wool, woven for durability and year‑round comfort, then cut and made to your measurements in our Tom James facility in Chile. The hand is smooth and crisp rather than flashy, which is exactly what you want when you need to look put‑together every single day.

Some of the swatches you’ll notice are classic navy and charcoal—clean, solid fabrics that anchor any corporate wardrobe and pair effortlessly with white, blue, and subtle patterned shirts. Others introduce quiet interest: a fine pinstripe that reads solid from a distance, a soft micro‑check, or a subdued blue‑grey that feels modern without being loud. Up close, the weave has just enough texture to keep the suit from looking flat, but it still photographs and presents as unmistakably professional.

These Corporate Image pieces are made in our Chile workroom, which keeps the price approachable while still giving you true made‑to‑measure fit. Suits in this collection typically start in the high‑$900s to low‑$1,000s, with coordinating sport coats and trousers that make it easy to build a mix‑and‑match capsule wardrobe. For many of my Tampa Bay professionals, this is the perfect entry point into custom—reliable, polished, and easy to wear in our climate.

If you’re looking at these fabrics and thinking, “That’s exactly how I want to show up at work,” let’s schedule a time for you to see and feel them in person. I’ll walk you through which swatches best match your role, your industry, and how you actually live and work here in Tampa Bay.

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Womens Spring Summer 2026 Lookbook

As we step into Spring/Summer 2026, I’m excited to share a first look at the new Women’s Lookbook for the season. This collection is designed for women who want tailored polish with everyday ease—whether you’re leading in the boardroom, working hybrid, or traveling between cities.​

You’ll see:

Refined silhouettes with soft structure that flatter without feeling rigid.

Lightweight, breathable fabrics that handle Tampa heat, travel days, and long meetings with ease.​

Versatile separates and suiting that mix and match for work, events, and elevated casual looks.​

Every garment is custom made for you—fit, fabric, lining, and details are all chosen around your lifestyle and personal style, not pulled off a rack. From soft, neutral suiting to subtle patterns and fresh seasonal color, the SS26 women’s collection is about intentional, long-lasting pieces you’ll reach for again and again.​

If you’d like a private walkthrough of the Women’s Spring/Summer 2026 Lookbook—or to start planning your warm‑weather wardrobe—I’d be glad to meet you at your office or home here in Tampa Bay.

📩 Send me a message here on LinkedIn or

📞 Call/text: 727-916-7848 to schedule your appointment.

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The Tom James Video Lookbook Spring 2026

Tom James Spring 2026 Video Lookbook Introduction - Erik Peterson Tom James Company

Discover the Spring/Summer 2026 Tom James Collection in this exclusive video look book by Tampa Bay tailor Erik Peterson. Explore lightweigh

Spring/Summer 2026 is all about feeling sharp, not stuffy. From breathable wool-silk blends to relaxed sportcoats and versatile trousers, this video lookbook highlights how to stay polished in Tampa’s boardrooms, airports, and waterfront evenings.​​ What you’ll see: Key SS26 outfits built around lightweight jackets, tailored trousers, and shirts that actually work in Florida’s heat and humidity.​ A curated look at the Tom James Spring 2026 mens look book, translated into real-world outfits for busy Tampa Bay clients.​ On-body footage that makes it easier to visualize how these pieces move, drape, and layer in day-to-day schedules.