Malcolm Staples
~ Tailor ~
Known for his perfectly tailored suits for both men and women, he has dressed clients globally. His clients include a host of celebrities, media personalities, politicians, clergy, professional athletes, entertainers and other business professionals. Staple's work has appeared and been featured in a number of publications such as Essence, Black Enterprise, Upscale and Modern Luxury. In 2019 alone, his work graced the cover of three national publications including Fashion Avenue News Magazine, Style and Soul Magazine, Style Magazine NYC., and now for the 2nd time in Copa Style Magazine. In 2019 Malcolm's work was showcased during NYFW, Atlanta Live @Superbowl, DC Fashion Week, Men’s Fashion Week Virginia, and the Tim Reid International Culture Fashion Showcase.
Rodney Wayne Branche
Publisher/Editor-in-Chief Copa Style Magazine
Copa: Where are you from?
Malcolm: I hail from Saginaw, Michigan.
Malcolm: I hail from Saginaw, Michigan.
Copa: Which schools have you attended?
Malcolm: I'm a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and the International Academy of Design and Technology. He is a postgraduate of the Harvard Business School, Harvard University.
Malcolm: I'm a graduate of Eastern Michigan University and the International Academy of Design and Technology. He is a postgraduate of the Harvard Business School, Harvard University.
Copa: At what time did you establish "Malcolm's Custom Made to Fit?"
Malcolm: Malcolm’s Custom Made To Fit in was launched in 2009. I started to design suits for several professional NBA and NFL athletes such as Earvin "Magic" Johnson, and Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors, including his nephew LaMarr Woodley of the Pittsburgh Steelers. In 2013 I dressed the hosts of the Miss Universe Pageant, Thomas Roberts of MSNBC and 'Spice Girl' Mel B.
Malcolm: Malcolm’s Custom Made To Fit in was launched in 2009. I started to design suits for several professional NBA and NFL athletes such as Earvin "Magic" Johnson, and Draymond Green of the Golden State Warriors, including his nephew LaMarr Woodley of the Pittsburgh Steelers. In 2013 I dressed the hosts of the Miss Universe Pageant, Thomas Roberts of MSNBC and 'Spice Girl' Mel B.
Copa: Who influenced you to becoming a tailor?
Malcolm: I was heavily influenced by my grandfather, a man of style who he described as the best dressed man he has ever seen. My fashion vision has been inspired by the 1950's era attributing his distinctive appeal and vintage flavor as a connection to this time period.
Malcolm: I was heavily influenced by my grandfather, a man of style who he described as the best dressed man he has ever seen. My fashion vision has been inspired by the 1950's era attributing his distinctive appeal and vintage flavor as a connection to this time period.
Copa: Who are your favorite 3 designers?
Malcolm: Christian Dior, Ralph Lauren, and CoCo Chanel.
Malcolm: Christian Dior, Ralph Lauren, and CoCo Chanel.
Copa: What is your personal philosophy as it pertains to fashion?
Malcolm: To aspire to be simultaneously timeless and fashion forward.
Malcolm: To aspire to be simultaneously timeless and fashion forward.
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Copa: What does the future hold for Malcolm Staples and his world of fashion and style?
Malcolm: The future appears bright as I've established a strategic plan to expand my brand and live in my fashion truth. I hope to continue to create and challenge my skill and exhaust every feasible opportunity to grow my brand.
Malcolm: The future appears bright as I've established a strategic plan to expand my brand and live in my fashion truth. I hope to continue to create and challenge my skill and exhaust every feasible opportunity to grow my brand.
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