Fashion is an expression of individualism fused with allure. When it comes to infusing fashion with the worlds of sports, business and entertainment, there are few who can boast the success and experience of designer Troy McSwain II. He has mastered the unique art of bringing to reality the fashion ideas of his numerous clients. From custom tailored shirts, slacks ties and suits to a set of silk pajamas, designed for a seven-foot basketball superstar, McSwain has become the preferred clothier for professionals of all sizes. McSwain officially began McSwain Enterprises, a full service wardrobe and design firm established in Beverly Hills, California, on July 1, 1998. McSwain has received a plethora of notoriety for his flair of fashion. He has been featured in magazines, newspapers and articles around the country; among them Esquire, GQ, Instyle, ESPN, Sports Illustrated, The New York Times, and the Fox Television Network. His work earned him the nod as Los Angeles’ top fashion designer for athletes by Los Angeles Magazine.

The molding of sports, entertainment and fashion is the culmination of a lot of hard work and perseverance for McSwain. He was raised in South Central Los Angeles, California in close proximity to the notorious Los Angeles riots that erupted in 1992. In an effort to avoid the gangs and drugs that infested his neighborhood, Troy devoted himself to academics and playing football. His dedication paid off. He became a standout football player and was recruited to lace up his cleats for the U.S. Naval Academy. After his stint at the Naval Academy, McSwain returned to Los Angeles where he landed his career as a model. For over a decade, his images were gallivanted throughout the fashion universe.  McSwain’s face graced the pages of GQ, Ebony and numerous billboards and catalogues nationwide.

In the mid 90’s McSwain’s fashion career reached a new plateau. A colleague noticing McSwain’s brilliant knack for fashion, design and coordination suggested McSwain enter the business of designing wardrobes for men. McSwain heeded the advice and immersed himself in the business. He worked in the fashion industry for companies, such as Dion Scott, where he eventually was promoted to partner. McSwain’s first high profile client was NFL linebacker Eric Hill. McSwain sparked the relationship while attending a social function; approaching the 6 foot 2 inch athletically built Hill, he explained how he could create great-looking clothes that would perfectly suit a man whose fashion needs were not being adequately met by traditional designers. Within a month of stitching the first suit for Hill, McSwain found himself a sought after man among many NFL players. McSwain’s business flourished from one client, a single football player, to over 2500 of the nation’s top athletes, executives and entertainers. He currently spends nearly 70% of the year journeying from client to client tailoring and perfecting wardrobes.

Whilst McSwain has several clients outside of the sports and entertainment world, some of his best and most interesting work has come with the larger-than-life professional athletes with whom he works. Aside from the travel and wide range of personalities, there are two major challenges McSwain prides himself in conquering, making clothes that fit well and making his clients look good. Everyday seems to be an adventure for McSwain, he can never predict what he will be asked to make next. Whether the task is to formally suit the giant frame of an NFL lineman with measurements of 60-57-60 (that’s 5ft around) or design clothes for a towering basketball phenom, there are few who parallel the skill of clothier Troy McSwain II. McSwain’s clientele includes: sports broadcaster James Brown,  Jim Hill, Coach of the Year Byron Scott, NFL legends Terry Bradshaw, and the late Johnny Cochran - just to name a few. McSwain built his business and reputation from the ground up with his dynamic personality and style.