So how much is a Manuel?

So how much is a MANUEL?






This is the most asked, debated, pounded, argued question...




And that answer is all based on the choice of fabrics, styles, details, embroidery & rhinestones! Not to mention, all Manuel designs are "one-of-a-kind" pieces: custom couture. Not one thing is ever duplicated!





A jacket with basic embroidery & rhinestones begin at $2500.00 + -- some have left with bills that are over $50,000.00 + (no joke).






So the sky's the limit!




Manuel suits begin at $3000.00, which include plain pants & jacket






Specialty pieces for example like a Gram Parsons influenced piece begins at $5000.00 + ($7500.00-$10,000.00 range)






Western shirts begin at $750.00 - $1250.00 +






We do carry a specialty limited-edition western style shirt for men & women for $250.00 ( call for details )

Pants plain begin at $600.00 +

Boots Plain $950.00+

Belts beginning $350.00 +

Guitar straps begin $750.00+

Clutches $95.00-$500.00+

Prices do vary and we suggest you pop into the showroom... he has been known to have some special prices on some items already made in the store. Keep in mind there are occasional secret sales on Wednesdays from 20%-30% off when we host a showcase...check in for details!

He creates images and is best known as a costume designer.

He is MANUEL.

No Returns ~ No Exceptions! All custom orders are final sales!

Please e-mail info@manuelcouture.com for further details...

Ratings vs. Rhinestones

Conan O’Brien looked smashing on the Tonight show and it was all because of a simple phone call. One afternoon, Conan’s assistant Deb called our studio in need of an amazing suit. I thought to myself, “Well you sure called the right place! Nashville’s rhinestone rembrandt is here to save the day!” As Deb described Conan’s physique, it was rather unique and created somewhat of a challenge when selecting the perfect fit for the show; however I knew I had one colorful piece to fit his personality. A mint, green ¾ length jacket embroidered with old school cars and rhinestone accents would definitely do the job. Although we were unable to provide him with a custom-made suit due to time constraints, the one-of -a-kind suit was definitely complimentary of Conan’s personality. As we finished up the details of the order, we discovered that the world is truly small. It turns out Deb, who worked for my favorite late night show host Conan O’Brien, ironically knew my grandfather who we all know as Nudie, the notorious North Hollywood tailor. Deb and I got Conan’s order squared away and everything was just great! As he was going to the Rockefeller Center in New York, Conan personally called me and expressed how thrilled he was to be wearing one of Manuel’s couture cowboy jacket. Everything was awesome! Today Manuel is considered one the premier fashion designers of all time. From the Rolling Stones to the Jackson 5, Manuel has provided fashion sense to a range of artists and has even been featured in the Smithsonian. Manuel continues to design his couture garments at his shop, Manuel Exclusive Clothier, in Nashville, TN. Team Conan!

May your Rhinestones always shine!

Morelia

Rhinestone Honky Tonk Heiress

Manuel's suit for the unknown artist

I just came across a photo of one of my personal favorite Manuel designs of all time.

It is part of Marty Stuart's amazing collection that was shown at the Tennessee State Museum, a completely delightful exhibit entitled "sparkle and Twang" which has been traveling around the US for the last two years or so.

The incredible garment I am typing about is the lavender/grey toned one with an entire human skeleton embroidered and rhinestoned on the back of the jacket and legs of the pants.

Manuel did this as a dedication to all the artists and musicians that would never get the recognition they deserved for their time, talent and craft.

The very moment I laid eyes on this small piece of western wear history....I got chills.

This is the very suit that inspired Jack White (of The White Stripes, The Raconteurs and The Dead Weather) to get his infamous bone suit tailored at our shop.

(suit featured in video to follow!)

xoxo

Lalie

Assistant Designer to MANUEL