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The Prince of Wales Check: A Pattern with Character
Thursday Jun 09 2016
Like chefs who are inspired by delicious ingredients, as tailors, we are inspired by the exceptional fabrics that make up our bespoke suits. As far as textiles go, most people know the classic hounds tooth, pinstripe, and gingham. But one pattern, which has a bit more backstory and a wonderful look, is Prince of Wales check. Check out our guide to this fascinating fabric...The NameNicknamed after the Prince of Wales (later known as Edward VII) who famously popularized the check, The Prince of Wales check is also known as glen check, glen plaid (in the US) and Glen Urquhart check. Although nowadays the terms are used interchangeably, it takes a...
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All About Mohair Fabrics
Tuesday Apr 19 2016
Mohair is a special type of fibre that is extracted from the hair of angora goats. The smooth fibres give mohair a distinct shine and...
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Harris Tweed: The Cloth of Scotland
Tuesday Nov 10 2015
Harris Tweed is a fabric so textured that one can almost read its story running a finger over the intricate yarns; a story about Scotland,...
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Dormeuil: The Fabric of Connoisseurs
Monday Sep 07 2015
During its 170 years of history, Dormeuil has been producing the finest fabrics on the planet, blending timeless British elegance with a touch of French...
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Holland & Sherry: Fine Fabrics of The Grand British Tradition
Tuesday Aug 25 2015
Holland & Sherry truly epitomizes fine British fabric making, with its rich heritage and unquestionable quality. In this respect, one might even say that it...
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Vitale Barberis Canonico: 350 Years of Italian Textile Excellence
Sunday Jul 19 2015
Vitale Barberis Canonico is a fabric mill from Biella in northern Italy, the epicenter of Italian wool production. With over three centuries of documented history,...
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Thomas Mason: The World’s Best Shirt Fabrics
Tuesday Apr 21 2015
Thomas Mason was founded in Leeds, England, in 1796, in the midst of the first industrial revolution. Steam engines began to replace manual and animal...
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Linen: The Ultimate Summer Fabric
Tuesday Mar 24 2015
Linen may not be the first thing that pops into your head when you think of tailored clothing, but for summer wear, it’s a hard...
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The Hopsackers
Wednesday Jul 09 2014
Hopsack is a classic fabric, woven loosely to create a slightly rough texture. In fact, the name comes from the sturdy sacks used by famers...
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Japanese and Irish Linen Suits and Shirts
Wednesday Sep 25 2013
Many people consider linen to be the poor cousin of wool and cotton and in most cases that would be a pretty fair point of...
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A History of Linen and How it is Made
Wednesday Sep 25 2013
Linen is the most ancient of fabrics, with a rich and romantic heritage. Its widely accepted birth as a textile was in Egypt some 10,000...
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What is Super Wool?
Sunday Jul 21 2013
So, what is the deal with Super Wool? Does it have special powers? Does it clean itself? Does it tuck you in at night and...
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Did he say Modern Tweed?
Tuesday Jul 02 2013
Modern Tweed? I hear you say. There is no such thing as modern tweed, it's a style relegated to history. A relic of fashions past...
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Bemberg - The King of Linings
Thursday Jun 16 2011
We wear wool for many reasons, but the foremost is breathability. Wool is light and airy, unlike polyester or polyester blends, which make you sweat...
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Wool
Friday May 13 2011
Wool is a wonder fiber. It is the perfect material for custom made suits. First of all, it is water resistant. Its fibers’ hard outer layer...
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Fabric - Get what you pay for!
Sunday May 01 2011
Click the link below for an updated article http://www.tailoronten.com/pages/get-what-you-pay-for How to Do a Fabric Burn Test Thailand tailors, and in particular Bangkok tailors, are an excellent...
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