Between The Stitches

Seersucker suits - the history and the future.

  Bateman & Ogden Fabric is renowned for its unparalleled quality and timeless elegance, catering to discerning clients who value both sophistication and durability in their textile choices. Founded on principles of superior craftsmanship and innovative design, Bateman & Ogden has established itself as a premier name in the fabric industry. The company prides itself on using the finest materials...

  As you may have realised, the term “sustainability” is increasingly being used by clothing brands, which we personally are ecstatic about as this has been a long-standing issue in the fashion and apparel industry. However, it has gotten to a point where it’s become somewhat of a marketing buzzword and has the potential to lose it’s meaning. A large...

This week, we want to expand on the many virtues of one of our most favoured blends: wool, silk and linen. The Italian mills in particular weave this blend to perfection, with its trademark texture full of flecks and depth, coming in an array of colours, from understated but sophisticated navies and browns, through to creams and summery pastels. So...

WAIST The waist of the trouser should sit comfortably on your natural waist, not your hips. Jeans are often cut to sit lower on the hips with a natural “sag” effect, but not trousers. This is why men who don’t often wear trousers feel that they are sitting uncomfortably high. There should only be about one finger of room at...

Summer Jacketing From Scabal

As part of our continuing commitment to sustainability, we are pleased to announce a partnership with the charity Serve The City to give your old suits a Next Life. Established in 2010, Serve the City Geneva’s mission is to provide volunteer resources to organisations serving the poor and marginalised of Geneva. We are proud to support this charity by adjusting...

Trousers are usually in the background of an outfit. They play a secondary role, setting the stage for whatever you’re wearing up top. As such, it’s easy to forget about them – especially when you’re building a wardrobe. Just as important as color is finding things in the right cloth. Spring and summer trousers are relatively easy since everything boils...

Having recently celebrated its 250th anniversary, Fox Brothers continues to craft the finest woollen and worsted fabric in Somerset, England. Officially credited as the original creators of flannel, Fox Brothers is still the standard bearer for this luxuriously milled cloth. In the present day, the firm continues to adapt and brace change, with collections of cloth suitable for all seasons....

  Originally the reserve of shooting suits, tweed is now a staple in the style conscious, modern man’s wardrobe. The tweed cloths we carry come from some of the finest British merchants, who to this day are the envy of woollen producers across the world. These master weavers and finishers supply us with a vast array of contemporary and classic designs,...

100% Merino Wool Tailored Shirts.

How to Tailor A Bespoke Coat

Bespoke Tailoring At Glastonbury

Imagine a shirt that looks like linen. It's as lightweight as linen. But it doesn't wrinkle. It's not witchcraft or synthetic - it's the Avellino range from Alumo.  Using a special cotton yarn, the Avellino collection is a lightweight 100% cotton collection that is perfect for warmer weather.  Each shirt can be tailored exactly how you like it, either with...

Tailored Safari Jackets and Suits

As the temperatures rise and the days get longer, it's time to update your wardrobe with versatile pieces that embrace the essence of the season. A key piece that we always recommend is a linen-blend jacket. We all love the feel and breathability of linen, but the amount of wrinkling that comes with means it can only really be used in...

"My style comes back into fashion every 25 years" This weekend the UK will celebrate the coronation of King Charles III. Few remember the last coronation, and whilst the ceremony will be full of pomp and pageantry, we thought we would review what makes King Charles III such a style icon.  Affectionately known as ‘The Green King’, Charles focuses on wearing...

Bespoke Tailored Linen Overshirts