Nelson T. Sanders Jr.

Born and raised on Detroit’s Eastside, Nelson T. Sanders Jr. left a burgeoning career in sports to start his own company and focus on his true passion for dressing well. With over 10 years experience in luxury retail and the last 4 years as a clothier, Nelson became the city’s premier tastemaker creating looks for the Detroit Pistons and hometown locals alike.

His belief in timeless classics and natural ability to construct the perfect fit is largely thanks to his father - the epitome of old school Detroit style combining both an easy sophistication and attention to detail. Nelson recalls his dad teaching him how to tie a tie, shine his shoes, and where to buy certain pieces. By focusing on and growing up alongside the enduring staples of Detroit’s best dressed, Nelson spent his life cultivating a unique and authentic look - radical, subversive, resistant.

Creating the brand alongside the city’s vibrant culture and strength in community, it’s only right that every client of Dandy is family. Nelson shares his knowledge and special attention to detail by walking you through the entire process from fabrics, weight, and construction so you know exactly what you are getting. When you invest in a Dandy piece, you invest in a relationship with Detroit: you leave knowing a bit more about the craft, dedication, and passion of the city embodied in Nelson’s oeuvre.