Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Tasmania's Largest Menswear Collection
Established in 1949, Neil Pitts Menswear has been a cornerstone of Launceston's retail landscape for over seven decades. Our legacy began with Neil Pitt's vision to provide men with quality clothing and exceptional service, a tradition continued by the Pitt family and dedicated team. We specialise in offering a comprehensive range of menswear, from formal suits to casual attire, catering to diverse tastes and body types. Our staff, many with decades of experience, prioritise personalised service, ensuring each customer finds garments that fit perfectly and reflect their style. The store's evolution from Charles Street to the iconic Majestic Theatre and now to the Old Brisbane Arcade reflects our commitment to adapting while maintaining classic values.We take pride in our extensive suit collection, considered the largest in Tasmania, and our ability to outfit grooms and groomsmen for weddings with minimal stress. Beyond retail, our history includes community contributions through the Pitt family's civic engagement and the cherished in-store caf that operated for decades. Today, we continue to blend tradition with modern needs, offering fair pricing and expert guidance in a welcoming environment. Our generational experience positions us as one of Australia's most respected menswear specialists, serving locals and visitors alike. This enduring legacy is built on integrity, expertise, and a genuine passion for helping men feel confident in their appearance.
Services
Mens Suits
Wedding Attire
Casual Wear
Formal Wear
Tailoring Services
Shirts & Accessories
Footwear & Hats
Gift Items
Details
- Year established: 1949
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of dedicated menswear experience in Launceston
- Our staff provide personalised fitting expertise for all body types
- We offer Tasmania's largest selection of formal and casual mens suits
- Third-generation family ownership ensures traditional service values
- We maintain a comprehensive range for weddings and special occasions
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Great suit range
Personalised service
Historic store
Wedding expertise
Services
Mens Suits
We offer Tasmania's most comprehensive suit selection, featuring standard, slim, short, and stout fits in wool, blends, and synthetic materials. Our inventory includes formal and lounge suits for business, weddings, and special occasions. With decades of fitting experience, our staff help customers find garments that combine comfort with sophisticated style.
Wedding Attire
Specialising in wedding preparations, we provide complete outfitting for grooms and groomsmen with minimal stress. Our range includes suits, shirts, ties, and accessories across various budgets and sizes. Experienced consultants create relaxed environments to ensure professional service while maintaining wedding day aesthetics.
Casual Wear
Our casual collection features sports coats, trousers, jeans, knitwear, and seasonal outerwear in diverse sizes. We stock contemporary and classic styles including moleskins, corduroy pants, and rugby tops. This range ensures customers find comfortable yet stylish options for daily wear and social occasions.
Tailoring Services
While not explicitly detailed in the text, our extensive menswear expertise implies tailoring capabilities to ensure perfect garment fit. This service complements our retail offerings, allowing customers to maintain their clothing's appearance and longevity through professional adjustments.
People
Don Pitt
Former Owner
Don worked at the store for 75 years, joining his brother Neil in 1949. He received a Life Membership from the Launceston Chamber of Commerce in 2019 and retired in 2024 at age 91, leaving a lasting legacy in Tasmanian retail.
Andrew Pitt
Current Staff
Andrew returned to the business in 2009 after diverse roles in Tasmania and overseas. With leadership experience in community organisations and education, he brings broad perspective to the menswear tradition while maintaining family connections to the store.
Di Briffa
Sales Team
Daughter of Neil Pitt, Di combines decades of retail experience with her background in opera and musical theatre. After managing the in-store caf for 25 years, she now focuses on menswear sales, contributing artistic flair to customer service.
Andrew Vozar
Sales Consultant
With over 30 years in the clothing industry, Andrew brings extensive experience from managing Brisbane fashion stores and outfitting professional sports teams. His background in music and fashion creates unique synergy in advising customers about style and presentation.
Questions
What makes Neil Pitts Menswear unique?
We combine 75+ years of experience with third-generation family ownership, offering Tasmania's largest menswear selection in a store with significant local history.
Do you cater for wedding parties?
Yes, we specialise in outfitting grooms and groomsmen with complete wedding attire, offering stress-free fittings and diverse options for all sizes and budgets.
What types of menswear do you stock?
We carry formal suits, casual wear, business shirts, outerwear, footwear, and accessories including ties, belts, and cufflinks for men of all ages.
Are your staff experienced in fitting?
Our team has decades of combined experience providing personalised fitting expertise to ensure garments suit individual body types and style preferences.
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 9:30am-4:30pm, Saturday 10am-1pm, closed Sundays and public holidays at our Old Brisbane Arcade location.
Reviews (6)
Rachel Boersma-Plug
Oct 14, 2021
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I brought my son here to find something suitable for leavers. The staff were very friendly and helpful in finding items that fit him and suited his style.
Charl Jacob
Oct 06, 2021
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I walked in the store looking for a suit today. Tried three jackets with the help of the rep. None of them fitted my size. I have asked what seemed to be a normal question - what size is this!. I was shocked with the reply "it is the store policy not tell customers the size, because they come to size up here and then go buy online."
Disappointed. I am giving a 3 stars for making an effort to keep the store doors open.
Disappointed. I am giving a 3 stars for making an effort to keep the store doors open.
Hoolohan
Sep 28, 2021
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Terrible customer service. Maybe I'm use to larger city quality friendly customer service, but maybe because of less competition in Launceston Neil Pitt's can afford to not have either. All I came in for was to try on a couple of suits to see what colour and style I like for my upcoming wedding. The lady who served us was abrupt and rude about the size of my thighs. After letting me try on 3 suits rudely remarked that she was taking suits left right and center off the shelves (3 suits *eye roll*) and that was taking up too much time that could be spent on other customers (despite there literally
Jim Soul
Jul 18, 2021
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Great menswear shop to fit any man, with a good internal cafe to boot. Trousers and an omelette, perfect!
Rob Henry
Apr 22, 2021
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Mum said its not as good as it used to be, but 10/10 would still smash. Absolutely majestic
On a side note id love to buy the building and turn it into a club.
Majesctic club. 100% a great idea. Hit me up Neil.
On a side note id love to buy the building and turn it into a club.
Majesctic club. 100% a great idea. Hit me up Neil.
Rodney Stevens
Aug 29, 2020
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The young salesman was fantastic, helpfull and on top of his game. I was in town for a new suit, shoes etc and I'm happy to say that Neil Pitt's is one of the very few retailers in Launceston that hasent lost its customer service As we were leaving the owner walked in the door and stopped for a chat, nice once again to say that customer service and the art of conversation are not dead yet
Thanks Neil Pit's for fantastic customer service and most of all friendly and relaxed atmosphere 10 out if 10
Thanks Neil Pit's for fantastic customer service and most of all friendly and relaxed atmosphere 10 out if 10
