From Stage To Street, Tailored For All
Tonic suits became iconic in the skinhead and ska scene, gaining fame through bands like Madness, The Specials, and The Selecter. These legends continue to be clients at Marc Griffith London.
By the early 2000s, genuine tonic suits had vanished from the market, with no new fabric being produced in England. In 2007, Marc and his partners reintroduced this classic style, attracting clients from London to the United States.
With the resurgence of bespoke tailoring, timeless suits are increasingly popular for weddings and special occasions. You don’t need to be a rockstar to wear one—just bring the right attitude. Contact Marc Griffith London for a fitting consultation today.
Madness
For the past ten years, Marc Griffith London has been crafting suits for, English ska and pop band, Madness, including bespoke tonic suits and a custom coat for Lee Thompson.
Whether it’s a simple two-piece or a bold statement piece, every detail has been expertly handled.
The Specials
When The Specials reunited in 2009, Marc Griffith London tailored their suits for the reunion tour. Since then, The Specials have continued to showcase the finest two-tone tonic suits while touring the country.
Marc has also tailored for Roddy "Radiation" Byers, keeping the bespoke two-tone tonic legacy alive into the 2020s.
The Selecter
With the launch of their 2015 album Subculture, Pauline Black and Gaps Hendrickson of The Selecter turned to Marc Griffith London for bespoke suits.
Pauline's suit features a charcoal double-breasted two-piece with contrasting red lining, while Gaps wears an iridescent green and gold three-button tonic, styled in Marc's classic 1960s cut.
Dub Pistols
Around ten years ago, Marc tailored bespoke tonic suits for Barry Ashworth and Jason O'Bryan of the Dub Pistols. Barry selected a classic blue two-piece, while Jason opted for a shimmering two-tone violet and blue.
Rhoda Dakar
Rhoda Dakar of The Bodysnatchers turned to Marc Griffith London for a unique creation—an ensemble featuring a coat, bootleg trousers, and a skirt in violet and blue. Here she is in her distinctive two-tone tonic outfit.
BBC's 'This Town' (2024)
In 2023, Marc was approached by the BBC to create authentic two-tone tonic suits for the hit series This Town.
Discover the full story behind the iconic fashion in the behind-the-scenes documentary, The Fashion of This Town, now available on BBC iPlayer. Watch here.
