CAVOUR Official Community - Discuss Tailoring, Shirting, Shoes & More - Official Affiliate Thread

[BomTrady]

Giuseppe, Massimiliano, Vincent, Giuglielmo, and pretty much everyone in their showroom. Vintage Rolexes and Bontoni shoes were the only items that are not Made by Attolini. Just an observation I Made on one of the first visits.

Is Vincent also working with his own brand, Stile Latino, as well as CA? Is CA still pretty much run as a small family business? I was told that at the CA factory, you hardly see a sewing machine in the place as almost all operations are completed by hand.

 

[Aquafortis]

I was told that at the CA factory, you hardly see a sewing machine in the place as almost all operations are completed by hand.

I think there is an obvious distinction between hand sewing (needle and thread) in one's fingers vs hand operation of a sewing machine, vs automated machine sewing.

There are some seams on shirts for instance, that are much stronger if sewn with a machine. But, then I've never visited the Attolini workshop.

 

[BomTrady]

I think there is an obvious distinction between hand sewing (needle and thread) in one's fingers vs hand operation of a sewing machine, vs automated machine sewing.

There are some seams on shirts for instance, that are much stronger if sewn with a machine. But, then I've never visited the Attolini workshop.

Yes, don't disagree with you at all and I have Attolini shirts that are clearly so delicate that the Attolini folks always warn that they should be hand-washed and ironed (even the RTW ones); that being said, the big seams are machine-sewn and some seams are machine sewn and, I believe, hand sewn on top...but what I should have said is that they don't have a lot of "machines" of any kind. There's a large difference between a largely hand-made garment and a fully machine made one. Although the machine techniques are fantastically close these days, arguably, anyway.

 

[Aquafortis]

Yes, don't disagree with you at all and I have Attolini shirts that are clearly so delicate that the Attolini folks always warn that they should be hand-washed and ironed (even the RTW ones); that being said, the big seams are machine-sewn and some seams are machine sewn and, I believe, hand sewn on top...but what I should have said is that they don't have a lot of "machines" of any kind. There's a large difference between a largely hand-made garment and a fully machine made one. Although the machine techniques are fantastically close these days, arguably, anyway.

This video of inside their workshop certainly shows a LOT of hand sewing going on, and no machines visible anywhere. I have about eight or ten Attolini dress shirts and they don't seem that delicate to me. An SA from the NY boutique did advise buying a half size up as the hand sewn typically shrink some over time, and especially in consideration of the neck buttoning if one is regularly wearing ties.

 

[kevinsvindland]

Is Vincent also working with his own brand, Stile Latino, as well as CA? Is CA still pretty much run as a small family business? I was told that at the CA factory, you hardly see a sewing machine in the place as almost all operations are completed by hand.

The CA workshop is rather quiet, that is true.
Vincent Villa is their head of sales in Europe. You are thinking of Vincenzo Attolini, the third brother. He broke out of the family business, and started Stile Latino. It is manufacturing in the old CA factory. The style is a little younger, and a little more «trendy» in luck of a better word. Also well made. Quite big in Japan.

 

[Thomas_M]

Hi,
First time buyer. The Edward Green sales brought me here =).
Happy to get these off your hands and help you during these difficult times.
My business here in Belgium is heavily affected too.
I sent an e-mail to [email protected] on Thursday. Is somebody monitoring the address currently?
Cheers.
PS : I have a feeling this won't be my last order from Cavour, fantastic selection and the Cavour products look great!

 

[Aquafortis]

Hi @kevinsvindland which of your denim models have a higher waist in the back? Thanks!

 

[kevinsvindland]

Hi,
First time buyer. The Edward Green sales brought me here =).
Happy to get these off your hands and help you during these difficult times.
My business here in Belgium is heavily affected too.
I sent an e-mail to [email protected] on Thursday. Is somebody monitoring the address currently?
Cheers.
PS : I have a feeling this won't be my last order from Cavour, fantastic selection and the Cavour products look great!

Hi,

The contact mail is monitored, but by Sebastian and Robin, who also handles all online orders, so if you have not heard back yet, they will probably get back to you on Monday. They have been rather busy these days.
If it was a general question, feel free to shoot me a PM. But if it is regarding an order, please wait for them to get back to you.

 

[kevinsvindland]

Hi @kevinsvindland which of your denim models have a higher waist in the back? Thanks!

Hi,

That would be the Mod. 88, it is slightly higher in the waist compared to Mod. 22.

 

[Lindrian]

How is the sizing of the suede field jacket and suede bomber? Are they lined?

 

[kevinsvindland]

How is the sizing of the suede field jacket and suede bomber? Are they lined?

The bomber fits a little snug, so might want to size one up. But the Field Jacket is true to size. Both are lined.

 

[Lindrian]

The bomber fits a little snug, so might want to size one up. But the Field Jacket is true to size. Both are lined.

Thanks for the reply. The bomber is out of stock in size 50. I guess you snooze you loose .

Its quite expensive though, I've been considering a valstarino which is a bit cheaper. Anyone have the bomber and can comment on it?

 

[Thomas_M]

Thanks for the reply. The bomber is out of stock in size 50. I guess you snooze you loose .

Its quite expensive though, I've been considering a valstarino which is a bit cheaper. Anyone have the bomber and can comment on it?

I can only comment on the Valstarino which is splendid.
I would highly recommend it. I do not feel at all the need to potentially upgrade toward something else. Quality and material are perfect for me.

 

[Rugger]

Wish i was skinny enough to wear Cavour house line

 

[dukenukem4ever]

How's the fit on the suits? Are they all cut exactly the same? I'm looking at the High Twist Summer Suit. Can Cavour provide full measurements of that particular suiting? Or is the general size guide an exact representation for all the suits sold on the website?