Unfunded Liabilities: a/k/a The Cloth Thread

[diodati]

Found another post from The Anthology that indicates at least one of them is Fintex

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That looks mighty nice. Looks nicer than dww’s summer tweed (which this composition reminds me of).

another option: if you have your heart set on caccioppoli, they should issue new fabrics for spring summer 2025, so being patient could work in your favor as well.

 

[akong7]

Good find! You're right. It looks great.

When I got into bespoke I didn't realize how much internet sleuthing it would involve!

 

[diodati]

When I got into bespoke I didn't realize how much internet sleuthing it would involve!

It’s an addiction.

The worst is when you get into finding old maestros with little to no internet presence. Then it’s a pitty if you already have a good relationship with a tailor who cuts a really nice jacket in a similar style. Like all the knowledge wasted!

 

[classicalthunde]

I don’t know. If you can’t find them on google, I’d guess not. As with all things, it’s best to go to your tailor and ask. Obviously we all have our biases (for no particular reason, I don’t like holland & sherry) but ask your tailor first. Then make adjustments for your own biases.

yea, I definitely would, but rather than asking them to lug a book across country for a trunk show I like to take a peek and see if there are things in there that interest me first...

 

[diodati]

yea, I definitely would, but rather than asking them to lug a book across country for a trunk show I like to take a peek and see if there are things in there that interest me first...

the other thing is, your tailor needs to have access to fintex. I think most don’t. So there’s that problem too. It’s a weird thing because English tailors have such long standing relationships with larger houses (Harrison’s, Fox etc.) that it’s hard to break into that market (eg taylor & lodge, who made outstanding fabric but couldn’t seem to make it work).

 

[hitsuji]

What is the closest substitute cavalry twill to the one made for anthology for their wrap coat?

The 'A' Wrap Coat — The Anthology

The 'A' Wrap Coat is the pièce de résistance of our fall/winter 2023. The ‘A' Wrap Coat’s ‘A’ stands for many things. It certainly does not relate to attenuation, but amplified, an A-line silhouette. Above it all, it is the ‘Anthology’ coat that shelters all fine Anthology garments, shielding them f

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The Cavalry twills in Standeven Snowdonia seem to be the closest but still are a few grams lighter. All the heavier cavalry twills start to get a little “fuzzy” and woolen whilst the antholgy looks like a slick worsted

 

[antoinezula]

Has anyone tried the linen / wool blend by Maison Hellard for trousers / jackets / suits? What were the results? Anyone know of a similar fabric by another mill? My tailor doesn't work with MH. Thanks

 

[Simon A]

Has anyone tried the linen / wool blend by Maison Hellard for trousers / jackets / suits? What were the results? Anyone know of a similar fabric by another mill? My tailor doesn't work with MH. Thanks

John Cavendish has 50/50 linen/wool suitings.

 

[mktitsworth]

Has anyone tried the linen / wool blend by Maison Hellard for trousers / jackets / suits? What were the results? Anyone know of a similar fabric by another mill? My tailor doesn't work with MH. Thanks

Are you talking about the Linen Fresco? I have a suit that I'm picking up Saturday.

 

[antoinezula]

Are you talking about the Linen Fresco? I have a suit that I'm picking up Saturday.

Yes. Would be great if you could share pictures / impressions on the suit

 

[Concordia]

Just saw a length of that last week. It might well be very good, but it is probably not a miracle solution to all problems. I am thinking that real light Fresco, or mohair tropical blend, or pure linen herringbone might be more to the point.

 

[bourbonbasted]

John Cavendish has 50/50 linen/wool suitings. View attachment 2331209 View attachment 2331211

Man, these are all really cool. What's the weight?

 

[Simon A]

Man, these are all really cool. What's the weight?

From memory it was about 300g.

 

[camez_]

Man, these are all really cool. What's the weight?

should be 280g
assume it's the same quality moon is offering

 

[Connemara]

Has anyone tried the linen / wool blend by Maison Hellard for trousers / jackets / suits? What were the results? Anyone know of a similar fabric by another mill? My tailor doesn't work with MH. Thanks

John Cavendish has 50/50 linen/wool suitings. View attachment 2331209 View attachment 2331211

I’ve had my eye on Harrison’s Isca for a summer suit and/or jacket. It’s 55% linen/45% wool. Has anyone tried this cloth?