He is now proprietor of Robert Hill Custom Tailors, which has been a staple in the city of Birmingham since its opening in 1983. From custom-made pieces to tailoring clothing to fit the body, Hill has offered his services to the community for over 40 years. The Vogue piece was prepared in conjunction with the opening of The Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute exhibition Superfine: Tailoring Black Style and the 2025 Met Gala. Tailoring Black StyleAlthough Hill is known as the face of Robert Hill Custom Tailors, there are women behind him who have helped keep the business running. Robert Hill Custom Tailors: 205.252.0353; Address: 712 32nd St S, Birmingham, AL 35233; Hours: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday.