Unfunded Liabilities: a/k/a The Cloth Thread

[Simon A]

I really like this indigo blue linen from Maison Hellard for a summer blazer. However, I just don’t the courage to go with a 100% linen cloth for workhorse summer blazer. Does anyone have recommendations for a similar color in a WSL or WL blend?
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100% linen in a suitable weight and finish makes a great workhorse summer blazer, I wouldn't rule it out at all. Your linen looks pretty good to me.

 

[dieworkwear]

I really like this indigo blue linen from Maison Hellard for a summer blazer. However, I just don’t the courage to go with a 100% linen cloth for workhorse summer blazer. Does anyone have recommendations for a similar color in a WSL or WL blend?
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I think a pure linen blazer will look more natural than a WSL blazer. WSL commonly has flecks and mottling from the way the different fibers take up color, and it might look a little odd with metal buttons.

 

[kolecho]

I really like this indigo blue linen from Maison Hellard for a summer blazer. However, I just don’t the courage to go with a 100% linen cloth for workhorse summer blazer. Does anyone have recommendations for a similar color in a WSL or WL blend?
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Have a look at some Solbiati heavyweight linens that will perform better than lightweight options. Pure linen all the way! Or go with a wool mesh with or without mohair if you want sometime that creases less.

 

[Mr.Fayad&Co]

Any recommendations for a bespoke shirtmaker ? Preferably one who travels to the USA.
I prefer soft collars.

How about one already in the USA? 🙋‍♂️

 

[Mr.Fayad&Co]

Loro Piana also has this shade of green velvet.

The green velvet from Brisbane & Moss is also quite nice.

 

[Noirkw]

I really like this indigo blue linen from Maison Hellard for a summer blazer. However, I just don’t the courage to go with a 100% linen cloth for workhorse summer blazer. Does anyone have recommendations for a similar color in a WSL or WL blend?
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Schofield and Smith might have an indigo WSLM line, Book 104

Haven't seen WL books much other than Drago or Dormeuil. Dormeuil's Calypso range has a navy, but probably not the shade you are looking for

 

[konstantis]

Fox indigo basket weave.

 

[potter AB]

I really like this indigo blue linen from Maison Hellard for a summer blazer. However, I just don’t the courage to go with a 100% linen cloth for workhorse summer blazer. Does anyone have recommendations for a similar color in a WSL or WL blend?

This 50%wool/50% linen from Drapers' Portofino bunch might be an option. The screen doesn't show that the fabric does have some texture as it is natté, a basket weave with interwoven yarns.

Micro-design fabric for Sports jacket - 25023

Worsted blue fabric (cod. 25023) from the Portofino Linen bunch. Buy now online on Drapers Italy and create your made to measure suit.

drapersitaly.it

 

[Sreezy36]

This 50%wool/50% linen from Drapers' Portofino bunch might be an option. The screen doesn't show that the fabric does have some texture as it is natté, a basket weave with interwoven yarns.

Micro-design fabric for Sports jacket - 25023

Worsted blue fabric (cod. 25023) from the Portofino Linen bunch. Buy now online on Drapers Italy and create your made to measure suit.

drapersitaly.it

damn I just ordered samples from Drapers yesterday.😂😂😂
Imperfect timing! 😂😂😂😂

 

[kolecho]

This 50%wool/50% linen from Drapers' Portofino bunch might be an option. The screen doesn't show that the fabric does have some texture as it is natté, a basket weave with interwoven yarns.

Micro-design fabric for Sports jacket - 25023

Worsted blue fabric (cod. 25023) from the Portofino Linen bunch. Buy now online on Drapers Italy and create your made to measure suit.

drapersitaly.it

That reminds me of Marling & Evans 50/50 wool linen blend at the same weight. In fact, it looks almost identical in weave and weight.

 

[Sreezy36]

That reminds me of Marling & Evans 50/50 wool linen blend at the same weight. In fact, it looks almost identical in weave and weight.

probably is the same.Or it wouldn’t surprise me. Vbc/drapers makes the hollland and Sherry classic mohair bunch

 

[kolecho]

probably is the same.Or it wouldn’t surprise me. Vbc/drapers makes the hollland and Sherry classic mohair bunch

I think it might be the other way round, M&E supplying Drapers in this case. Prices from M&E are a lot more competitive compared to Drapers.

 

[dieworkwear]

Has anyone here had anything made from Mersolair's mohair-linen? The fabrics seem interesting for summer, but I wonder if they drape well at this weight (280 grams) and if people use them for daytime or night. I typically only wear mohair in the evening. Is there a good reason why someone would go for a mohair-linen blend instead of wool-mohair?

MERSOLAIR 54% MOHAIR 46% LINEN - Harrisons

280gms Width 150cms 54% Mohair/46% Linen

www.harrisons1863.com

 

[kolecho]

Has anyone here had anything made from Mersolair's mohair-linen? The fabrics seem interesting for summer, but I wonder if they drape well at this weight (280 grams) and if people use them for daytime or night. I typically only wear mohair in the evening. Is there a good reason why someone would go for a mohair-linen blend instead of wool-mohair?

MERSOLAIR 54% MOHAIR 46% LINEN - Harrisons

280gms Width 150cms 54% Mohair/46% Linen

www.harrisons1863.com

I've used it many years ago for a jacket. Creases quite a bit but it is not shiny. Wears very cool.

 

[The Chai]

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Has anyone here had anything made from Mersolair's mohair-linen? The fabrics seem interesting for summer, but I wonder if they drape well at this weight (280 grams) and if people use them for daytime or night. I typically only wear mohair in the evening. Is there a good reason why someone would go for a mohair-linen blend instead of wool-mohair?

MERSOLAIR 54% MOHAIR 46% LINEN - Harrisons

280gms Width 150cms 54% Mohair/46% Linen

www.harrisons1863.com

If you want something that looks like fine italian linen with the drape of Irish linen the mersolair is the way to go