50’s style Wedding Suit

Many of our clients draw inspiration from the past for their wedding suits, and the 1950s serve as a beautiful source for classic suits.

The style of that era was characterized by a looser fit and models without frills. The strength lay in simplicity, but there was a great affinity for structured fabrics.

This Taupe wedding suit is tailored for a summer wedding on the island of Reunion, where the theme is very classic. Given the high temperature there and the desire to be comfortable during the wedding, the fabric deserves special attention.

The fabric is from the Fresco collection by J.J. Minnis / Huddersfield Fine Worsteds, patented in 1907 and still a worldwide favorite for breathable, non-wrinkling, and hard-wearing suits that can endure intensive use.

Fresco fabrics are high twist open weave fabrics. This means that multiple yarns are used to weave the fabric, creating spaces between the threads, allowing air to easily pass through. The high twist weaving method also makes the fabric strong and wrinkle-resistant. Such fabrics often feel harder and stiffer than, for example, worsted wool.

Various weights are available, making Fresco fabrics often used in colder temperatures, primarily because they are wrinkle-free and have a somewhat sturdier appearance, similar to Mohair.

For lighter-weight Fresco fabrics, it is not advisable to leave the jacket or blazer unlined, as the fabric may become see-through.

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