Tape measured breath not waist
Fabrics woven from habits
Seams followed secret fears
Buttons carved from promises
Clients exited unclothed in cloth
Clothed in posture
Mirrors learned discretion
Compliments stopped pretending
Pockets held courage
Cuffs carried restraint
A collar taught listening
Lapels framed silence well
Season after season
The city fit itself better
Style outlived fashion
Grace wore no label