Unfunded Liabilities: a/k/a The Cloth Thread

[Marshak]

Any thoughts on nunzio vs domenico?

Domenico. Nunzio seems nice but lacks grinta.

 

[aristoi bcn]

After the dark grey, mid and light grey are the ones.

 

[Noirkw]

Thanks for the recommendations @Concordia @The Chai @bernoulli @jonathanS @TheSuitBurnsBetter

@Concordia to be honest I am not entirely sure yet, I am open to both at this stage, although seems easier to find an olive shade cloth (my impression is there are more options in that shade)

@The Chai nice one, will try to go to the local dealer to see it in person. Looking at the Spencer Bryson website they seem to have quite a few options across different ranges

I have an olive crispaire suit that I've brought on long haul business trips (Asia -> NYC). No matter how well I pack them (I have both garment rollies and carry on garment bags), they get absolutely trashed. Even hanging them through a steam shower doesn't get all the creases out. If you plan to pack them, I would avoid. Go for something like fox air or finmeresco green?ish? houndstooth.

 

[jonathanS]

I've owned a pair of Crispaire trousers. Of course it's not a bad fabric, quite soft with a decent drape, but it's not comparable with the Draper's 4-ply. Crispaire is more tightly weaved and less breatheable and, above all, a lot more fragile. The pair has ripped off few years after its making.

For those who can't bear the scratchiness of a true Fresco, the 4-ply should be the first choice for a high twist. For warm weather nothing can't surpass a heavy linen. No matter the weight, the dryness of the cloth will save you from overheating.

Total agreement. If you don’t like the scratchiness of fresco, try drapers ascot / 4 ply or fox air. Fox air leans more toward fresco in terms of hand than ascot. But I like both. I’m still evaluating fox air & thinking about it: while I like both, I think I might like fox air more than drapers. Drapers, of course, has better color options. But I like both.

 

[WhereNext]

Joshua Ellis 100% cashmere jacketing.

Thank you for this, I will definitely check them out online and/or with the tailors (hopefully!). I appreciate your help.

Edited to add: interestingly, when I did an image search for "Joshua Ellis cashmere houndstooth", this popped up. It's from Kiton, but is pretty much the scale I was going for:

 

[aristoi bcn]

Thank you for this, I will definitely check them out online and/or with the tailors (hopefully!). I appreciate your help.

Edited to add: interestingly, when I did an image search for "Joshua Ellis cashmere houndstooth", this popped up. It's from Kiton, but is pretty much the scale I was going for:

The scale of the Joshua Ellis is smaller but big enough not to be confused with a suiting cloth.

 

[Mr. Six]

Letting them rest on hangers for the time being, more pictures to come.
By the way, made up by Domenico Pirozzi.
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Are these the recent navy and charcoal? They look great made up.

 

[relegant]

Hello, hoping to get some advice on a mid-to-dark grey flannel suit. Planning for a double breasted. I have looked at Fox (13/14 oz) and VBC (12 oz) flannels - leaning towards Fox if not too cost-prohibitive as it appears more robust based on others' reviews. Any other fabrics/swatches I should consider?

Classic Flannel

Classic Flannel incorporates rich melange shades in both plain and classic patterns. Worn by generations of Hollywood actors, statesmen and connoisseurs of fine cloth around the world.

foxflannel.com

Woollen flannel fabrics

Discover the Woollen flannel fabrics, made by Biellese historical Woollen Mill Vitale Barberis Canonico. Made in Italy.

vitalebarberiscanonico.com

 

[matchankh]

Hello everyone,

I hope you're all doing well. Recently, I came across these Denim Chinos from The Armoury.

https://www.thearmoury.com/collections/chinos/denim-army-chinos?variant=39948873302087

I have also wanted a pair of flat front casual chinos in either off white or khaki. Unfortunately, the ready-to-wear sizing doesn't accommodate my muscular thighs due to my regular workouts. As a result, I'm considering going for a bespoke option.

I was wondering if any of you could recommend a similar cotton denim fabric that I could explore for my bespoke chinos. Any suggestions or insights would be greatly appreciated.

 

[Simon A]

Hello, hoping to get some advice on a mid-to-dark grey flannel suit. Planning for a double breasted. I have looked at Fox (13/14 oz) and VBC (12 oz) flannels - leaning towards Fox if not too cost-prohibitive as it appears more robust based on others' reviews. Any other fabrics/swatches I should consider?

You could look at the Huddersfield Fine Worsted's Flannels book; they are woollen flannels in heavyweight and medium weight. https://www.hfwltd.com/collection/47

 

[P-K-L]

Are these the recent navy and charcoal? They look great made up.

Yes, they are from the recent run- so thanks to @kolecho and let’s motivate him once again to organise something for us

Just out of fun, would anybody be interested in minnis riviera re-runs? In case these are possible…

 

[aristoi bcn]

Yes, they are from the recent run- so thanks to @kolecho and let’s motivate him once again to organise something for us

Just out of fun, would anybody be interested in minnis riviera re-runs? In case these are possible…

I am, of course.

 

[Marshak]

Yes, they are from the recent run- so thanks to @kolecho and let’s motivate him once again to organise something for us

Just out of fun, would anybody be interested in minnis riviera re-runs? In case these are possible…

Me too, only in a tracksuit color.

 

[Marshak]

Hello, hoping to get some advice on a mid-to-dark grey flannel suit. Planning for a double breasted. I have looked at Fox (13/14 oz) and VBC (12 oz) flannels - leaning towards Fox if not too cost-prohibitive as it appears more robust based on others' reviews. Any other fabrics/swatches I should consider?

Classic Flannel

Classic Flannel incorporates rich melange shades in both plain and classic patterns. Worn by generations of Hollywood actors, statesmen and connoisseurs of fine cloth around the world.

foxflannel.com

Woollen flannel fabrics

Discover the Woollen flannel fabrics, made by Biellese historical Woollen Mill Vitale Barberis Canonico. Made in Italy.

vitalebarberiscanonico.com

VBC flannel = crap. Fox 13/14 Oz = too light. Right choice : Hardy Minnis 18 Oz flannel.

 

[P-K-L]

Me too, only in a tracksuit color.

Grey melange off jacket season in barcelona and all colder expat locations