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Richard James Spring/Summer 2018 collection
Menswear collections

Richard James Spring/Summer 2018 collection

Spring/Summer 2018 - a collection filled with ice cream sundae colors, lots of texture and abstract prints inspired by rocket ships and bits of machinery. Short-sleeve shirts came hand-embroidered with abstract, Kelly-like swirls while scarves boasted busy patterns of rings, circles and dots. There were matte fabrics galore, as in a nubby micro boucle — that looked from a distance like terrycloth — for a short bomber-style jacket, while Lamb worked a crosshatch one into a double-breasted suit.

Marton Mills - quality British fabrics
Menswear fabrics

Marton Mills - quality British fabrics

The Company began life on 10th December 1931 from a mill in Marton Street in Skipton and for the following 46 years manufactured Single and Double Jersey Knitwear. They have recently installed a goods lift to the first floor of No 10 building, which will enable them to store all of their yarns on site. They have 34,000 square feet of space, which should be adequate for their operation for many years to come.

The British fabrics exhibitors at Premiere Vision Paris
Menswear fabrics

The British fabrics exhibitors at Premiere Vision Paris

Presenting 150 years of weaving expertise distilled into an imaginative, diverse collection of exceptional luxury fabrics, for outerwear through to accessories. Emily White, Design and Sales Director, comments “As weavers of the most luxurious fabrics for over a century, combining our knowledge and heritage with innovative design was key when preparing our debut collection for Premiere Vision. Drawing inspiration from historical tailoring fabrics in our archive, the collection features classic weave structures at exploded scales, double-faced fabrics, and textural jacquards”.

Savile Clifford - high quality fabrics for formalwear and tailoring
Menswear fabrics

Savile Clifford - high quality fabrics for formalwear and tailoring

There was originally a company named Savile Clifford established over one hundred years ago. They were a weaver based in Huddersfield, the historical birthplace of fancy worsted fabrics. However, over the years a lot of the history surrounding Savile Clifford has become somewhat clouded after the company was taken over numerous times.

Savile Row tailors: Richard Anderson
Bespoke Suits

Savile Row tailors: Richard Anderson

Producing only the highest-quality garments, Richard Anderson clients have come to expect excellence as a given. Richard Anderson's clientele - many of whom are leaders in their own fields - are uncompromising in their demand for quality.

The world's first Harris Tweed three-piece suit created for a horse
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The world's first Harris Tweed three-piece suit created for a horse

Fashion designer Emma Sandham-King (an apprentice of the late Alexander McQueen) created the world's first three-piece Harris Tweed suit for a horse to celebrate horse racing's 2016 Cheltenham Festival (starting on Tuesday).

Canali Fall/Winter 2016 collection - a variety of fabrics and colours
Menswear collections

Canali Fall/Winter 2016 collection - a variety of fabrics and colours

For Fall/Winter 2016, Canali presents a collection that is an exercise in equilibrium, one in which contrasts take center stage. Luxurious and studied elements come together for a seemingly minimalist look as shapes, materials and colors are combined in unique and purposeful ways.

Italian taste, harmony and excellence for Spring-Summer 2017 by DRAGO
Menswear fabrics

Italian taste, harmony and excellence for Spring-Summer 2017 by DRAGO

DRAGO is a leading Italian wool factory, which produces high quality menswear fabrics by interpreting the value of Italian traditions in a modern and innovative way.