While the economy has not been pretty for many, the Euclid corridor project played as especially hard toll on some of downtown’s retailers. One such retailer is a company that has been an icon for downtown for 21 years. The store is M Lang, executive attire. Originally an inhabitant of the Statler building, they moved to their current locale about 13 years ago. I admit that I had seen the store in passing, but I had never gone inside. So when I wrote about the benefit for the Big Brothers and Big Sisters program, I decided to come down and check out the place. What I found actually blew me away. I was warmly greeted by the staff, and later by Mr. Lang himself. Thinking I would only find simply business clothes for the “white shirt and blue suit” crowd, I never imagined to find so many hip styles and cool clothes. And I never expected to find a cocktail bar.
So here is the scoop on the store. They started the store as a way to provide great clothes to a market that loved them. Little did they know that shopping downtown would become so sad, as Clevelanders fled to the suburbs. But they believed in what they did and in the importance of downtown. They just got sharper. They bought smarter, choosing selections that would appeal to the stylish and those who wish they were. 
They do custom tailoring, but specialize in ready to wear. They chose labels that run the gamut, so you are sure to find something that fits you “”just right.” You are also likely to find cool styles that you won’t find at the mall. I saw great shirts and sports coats that were very hip. But this is not your hoodie and jeans kind of store. This is the place to get that great button up ans sports coat that will make you the envy of everyone in the room. 
Now about that bar. What in the world made them decide that they wanted a liquor license? When some became available, they decided it was the perfect way to add to the shopping experience. Why not make shopping more fun? Mr Lang also thought that this was the best way to really build up relationships with his clients. In the days before cell phones, internet, and the bustle of the mall, when a man wanted a new shirt of a new suit, he went to a shop that knew his tastes. He could be assured of finding something that suited his aesthetic and matched the occasion. The latest styles from fashion forward places like NY and Italy were available. M lang seems to capture this old world feeling. Since there is no really great place to have a cocktail before a show at the nearby Playhouse Square, or to unwind after a rough day, m lang fills the void. Now that the Euclid corridor is finished, and developer money seems to be flowing again, they are in a good position to benefit from the investment in the area. They are even updating their name to m lang executive attire and cocktails. 
I believe in shopping local and helping our area businesses prosper-especially those who believe in giving back. Remember that benefit? They raised over $2500 for Big Brothers and Big Sisters. Cleveland was once known as a hopping mecca and the sidewalks were crowded with people eager to part with their hard earned dough to get something really great. We can make it that way again. For really cool hip clothes that will make you feel like a million bucks go to:
M.Lang Executive Attire
1275 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44115-1821
Phone: (216) 771-4197
Email: mike@mlang.com
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This is just INCREDIBLE! I just shared with Derryl, who will definitely be looking into this soon. Good for them for being such a great place and asset!