The one issue that needs to be mentioned, though, is their return policy. I think, without a doubt, the reason why Spier & Mackay is not more well-known is because they are having a hard time getting real traction with their limitations in return policy. Because they are based on Canada, any returns need to go through border patrol/customs, which, of course, complicates things. Return shipping, therefore, is fully on the customer. If your shirt does not work out, paying to ship it back is on you, fully. However, I will say that Spier & Mackay has already made great strides in this area. If it is your first suit purchase, they will actually cover the return shipping. Otherwise, they will at least generate the label for you, and tell you what you need to do to make sure it clears customs without issue (I returned an item from them, actually, and while customs had to call me to ask me a question, in the end, it all worked out). Still, there is no online return manager, and you need to email them and speak to someone over email to arrange for and setup a return.

Summary: If everything goes smoothly, and you love everything you ordered, then ordering from Spier & Mackay is like ordering from any other company. If you need to return things, though, things get a little dicey and annoying. Until they can offer simple and straightforward returns akin to a company like Charles Tyrwhitt, I think this return policy issue is a real inhibitor to their success.

Price, Value, & Conclusion

Most of their shirts are $55 (with a bundle price of $45). For many guys, Spier & Mackay should be highly considered when looking to purchase a new dress shirt. Other than their not-so-great (but somewhat understandable) return policy, they are everything you would want. They have a great fit, solid quality, and interesting fabrics in addition to some real options when it comes to that collar. (Not to mention all you could do with their custom shirt offerings!) Most of their shirts are right about $55. At that price, I genuinely think they are a steal. If you can figure out your size, they very well might become your new go-to (off the rack, or even custom) shirting company, bypassing other companies like Charles Tyrwhitt or even that new line of shirts from The Tie Bar that many guys seem to like (review coming soon!). Spier & Mackay certainly receives the TPL stamp of approval. You should really consider them for your next dress shirt purchase, no question.