alebrady
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I am going to be working on my first suit with Chan in the next week and am hoping to get some input on fabric selections. I am particularly interested in others that may have worked with Chan during his U.S. visits and be familiar with the fabric choices that he has to offer. Ideally, I'd like to get some specific fabric and brand names, as i am very new to making my own fabric selections.
I am thinking of getting either a solid navy or charcoal for the first go around. Ideally something of a year round (though i know nothing is truly year round, am i correct in thinking this would imply maybe a 9 or 10 ounce weight?) and nothing too delicate that it cant be traveled extensively with - the suit is for work, not just special occasion, so it has to be somewhat durable, however, i dont want any special 'traveler' type wools.
Also, dont know if it would matter but i am probably going to go with a fairly soft suit. Nothing like a drape but probably request a little softer and less shoulder than what i understand his standard cut to be (i guess something leaning a little towards italian than british - i.e. maybe think brioni). Would this have any impact on the fabric i should select.
Any other thoughts as i am about to embark?
Thanks!
I am thinking of getting either a solid navy or charcoal for the first go around. Ideally something of a year round (though i know nothing is truly year round, am i correct in thinking this would imply maybe a 9 or 10 ounce weight?) and nothing too delicate that it cant be traveled extensively with - the suit is for work, not just special occasion, so it has to be somewhat durable, however, i dont want any special 'traveler' type wools.
Also, dont know if it would matter but i am probably going to go with a fairly soft suit. Nothing like a drape but probably request a little softer and less shoulder than what i understand his standard cut to be (i guess something leaning a little towards italian than british - i.e. maybe think brioni). Would this have any impact on the fabric i should select.
Any other thoughts as i am about to embark?
Thanks!