Experience true quality, expertise, and skill when you reach out to the best tailor in Washington, DC - and America.
BEST CUSTOM CLOTHING IN DC
Located in the heart of Union Market, Commonwealth Proper’s Washington, DC showroom offers a private, appointment-only experience for clients seeking custom suits, bespoke tailoring, and elevated wardrobe consultation. Led by founder Craig Schroeder, the DC location reflects nearly two decades of American-made craftsmanship, combining precise fit, timeless design, and a modern, understated aesthetic. Clients can expect one-on-one guidance through every step—from fabric selection to final fitting—whether building a custom suit, wedding tuxedo, or complete wardrobe. Conveniently situated in Union Market, this showroom serves professionals across Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland who value quality, discretion, and clothing made to perform as well as it presents.
Location Details
Address: 381 Morse St, NE Washington, DC 20002
Hours: Monday - Friday 9am to 5pm | Saturday 10am to 4pm
Email: dc@cmmpusa.com
Phone: (215)-435-0809
Craig Arthur von Schroeder
After graduating from Lafayette College (‘01), Craig studied business at Georgetown University (‘03) before attending Rutgers University School of Law (J.D., ‘06). There he was a member of the Rutgers Law Journal and studied abroad in both Cuba and South Africa. In between, he worked at El Centro Hispanoamericano as an immigration advocate and at the Urban Justice Center on behalf of underserved individuals. Upon graduation he practiced law at Stradley Ronon and then Cohen Seglias as a litigation associate.
Craig originally founded Commonwealth Proper in 2008 to find a solution for himself and his law colleagues who were wearing ill-fitting shirts around the office. After finalizing these ready-to-wear patterns, he moved onto custom shirting and suiting. He left the legal practice in March 2011 to open a small, 400 ft. showroom on Rittenhouse Square in Philadelphia. And that’s where it started to get interesting...
