S Benson & Company

Steve Benson, and his company, is amazing. I found them on Unilocal about a month ago, and three suits, a sport coat and pair of slacks later (albeit for me and my husband), we are now converts.
What won it for me was the customer service and responsiveness. I made an appointment (not necessary) for my first visit, and struck up a lovely conversation with a lady who I assumed worked for the store. Wrong! She was a thirty-​year customer, who just was so delightful and charming, that I knew I was in the right place. After her departure, I had one-​on-​one time with Steve. Within ten minutes, he had me in a sample suit that was cut as if it were for me (short and stocky). I was in ecstasy, while Steve commented on the cut, all the while marking for alterations and measuring.
Those of us who normally go the «wear house» route or the «2-​for-​1» sales, know that alterations are more than the suit. I cringed at the cost, since the suit wasn’t cheap. In this case, alterations were built into the costs, and you get so much more than waist and length. I was so blown away, I bought two more from looking at the samples fabrics. BTW… You get what you pay for… it’s worth repeating.
One week later, I head back to have the next two marked up for alterations, and excitedly brought my husband, who is a fussy shopper. Needless to say, he snatched up a sport jacket and pants that actually fit, especially in the seat. His butt returned and was visible from his normal oversized off-​the-​rack pant purchases.
Today was my final fitting and my last two suits were perfect. What I’ve noticed on all three visits is that Steve’s clients are long-​term. He greets each one by name, and we are now on a face-​recognition basis. I overheard him saying to a client this morning «…that’s not your best color… I’ll call you when I bring in something for you in your size!» The customer’s wife just gushed. That is a true salesman and professional.
We return next week to pick up the final jacket and slacks, and we are looking forward to spending time with our new friend, Steve, and meeting new people who also have the pleasure of knowing this gem of men’s fashion. Today, Steve referred to himself as a jacket whore, and I totally burst out in laughter! That is something you don’t hear everyday, but can totally relate to. And don’t be shy when offered a hot cider (with or without brandy).
A gorgeous store with exquisite décor and a feeling this is total comfort and attention to detail. From suits to jeans to shirts/​sweaters and casual wear… you won’t go wrong.

Decided to run in today for a Father’s Day present. My husband’s entire wardrobe is from Steve Benson. Has been a customer since Steve worked at Irwin’s on the Mall.
But of course went in for one item and left with five!
Steve is the best — he knows what is in my husband’s closet and suggested a few things to go with items he already had.
You never feel pressured — just educated on what is new and what could go with what you already have!
Just can’t beat it! You don’t get service like this anywhere else in Sacramento, not even Nordstrom!

One of my neighborhood favorites! Steve is a class act and has a beautiful selection of quality clothing for the distinguished man.

Phenomenal service. Quality products. T ordered his suit here for our wedding. Just a splendid experience working with Steve to pick out material, cut, style, design. He really knows what he’s doing and is excellent at what he does!
He even called the next day to follow up and make sure we were happy with our experience.
Now that we have the suit in hand, tailored and altered so it fits just right, we’ll be returning for all our future fine menswear needs.

What a gem! The BF needed a suit for an interview, and was at the cleaner’s across the street and ended up wandering into S. Benson. Stopped here first, then went to Men’s Wearhouse and Nordstrom, and we quickly returned to S. Benson.
The quality of the suits are Nordstrom level (non-​designer), and competitively priced. (Men’s Wearhouse’s merchandise seemed like Ross in quality, and the salesman wasn’t half as helpful. AND, the pricing wasn’t that different.)
The real difference at S. Benson is the personal attention you receive. Steve has been in the men’s clothing/​tailoring business for over 50 years and he knows EXACTLY what he is doing. And for the person who isn’t quite sure about what he should be wearing, Steve’s recommendations and assistance is welcoming. And the personal attention isn’t cloying or overly suffocating. It is helpful and thoughtful.
I wouldn’t hesitate to send anyone here to buy a suit, or even high quality and fairly priced menswear (sweaters, shirts, sweatshirts, ties). Beautiful clothes. Great service.

This place is so classy. Steve is great and a true professional. I bought a shirt here and it fits perfectly. I will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended.

I found Steve when he relocated his shop to 56^th and H. And I am so happy to have found him. 2 suits, 4 shirts, and 2 shorts later, I am a happy customer and will return. Steve is a personable fellow to boot.

I personally have been going to Steve for 10+ years and got my first suit from him when I was 18. He is an amazing man with an A+ eye for fasion. He has a heart of gold and is an all around great and honest man. Something I’m sure most people will find interesting is my father started going to Steve over 30 years ago. He fitted my dad with his wedding tux! If 30 years of continued business doesn’t say all that you need to know — I give up!!!

Steve Benson is a gentleman’s gentleman.
Humble, friendly and exceptionally talented.
Steve’s had my wardrobe proxy for 30 years and has never let me down.
Who needs Nordstrom? Go see Steve!

Great place. Great customer service. Interesting clothing and accessories. The owner is a joy. This is a «slow clothing» type of place and the antithesis of the big box stores.

I went into S Benson’s with a clothing malfunction (long story) and found the owner extremely helpful and honest. I’d seen first hand why many of my friends and colleagues have been going there for years. I was out and on my way in no time. I will certainly go see him again the next time I need a suit!

I searched the Barbour website for a retailer near by and came upon this. More appropriately they are not a retailer, but a stockist as Barbour would them to be referred to as, but I digress.
I was blown away by this place. Having driven through East Sac and spending some time there, I would assume that there should be like a place like this, but never saw anything of this sort. The place has a very clubby atmosphere, but is not pretentious. It’s very luxurious and masculine.