Fabric Selection - Worsted wool vs fresco

[dingdongbell]

Hi,

I am very new to Fabric selection, I've learnt a lot from the Forum...thanks very much guys.

Now I am choosing between worsted wool and Fresco...I am currently living in Sydney, the weather here is not too hot/cold. I want something that is relatively light (9 - 10 oz) hold its shape relatively well, durable and high wrinkle resistant. (I am pretty careless sometimes)

Loro Piana Super 120’s 4 seasons worsted wool or Fresco???

Thanks a lot

 

[Maccimus]

Worsted for the first suit, fresco for the second.

 

[dingdongbell]



Worsted for the first suit, fresco for the second.

Thanks,

Any reasons in particular?

 

[emptym]

Fresco will keep you cooler and resist wrinkles. A plain weave worsted will look and feel more smooth thus, perhaps, a bit more professional/conservative. I have no idea about the LP.

 

[dingdongbell]

could you guys give me some recommendation on good worsted wool and fresco Fabric?

 

[dingdongbell]

any ideas guys?

 

[alliswell]

Go to your tailor and ask this question. You've done the hard part.

 

[Sator]

All frescos are worsteds. Not all worsteds are frescos.

Yes, go ask you tailor, and ignore the forum - you tend to get all sorts of personal preferences being elevated to Eternal Truths. Choose what you like and enjoy first and foremost.

 

[The Thin Man]

For worsted wool, I would go with the 8/9 oz. H. Lesser book. For fresco, I'd go with Minnis' Fresco.

These are high-quality, traditional English cloths.