The difference between woollen and worsted garments

April 4, 2018 Jean-Paul Samson

The difference between woollen & worsted garments

Every tailor is interested in the quality of the fabric they sell. The quality of the raw material partly determines both the type of the fabric and the quality of the finished cloth.

The cloth is made by interlacing yarns in a definite order, and it is, therefore, the type and quality of the yarns which are of importance in considering the value of the cloth from the standpoint of its future use.

Birdseye Suiting Fabrics and Cloth

March 8, 2018 Jean-Paul Samson

Birdseye (Bird's Eye or Birds-Eye) is an all over woven suiting made from a small geometric pattern with a dot suggesting a bird's eye

The fancy-solid suiting fabric is a favourite of bespoke tailors and their more stylish patrons.

It is a formal worsted, occasionally enlivened by ton-sur-ton checks, more adapted to complete suits. It is not dissimilar to sharkskin, but with the difference of being lighter, which makes it a good choice for spring or autumn, but it can also be worn in winter.

Gabardine Suiting Fabrics and Cloth

March 8, 2018 Jean-Paul Samson

Gabardine (or Gaberdine) is a smooth cloth in fine to medium worsted yarns that is so tightly woven it is soil-resistant and almost water-resistant

The twill rib is pronounced due to a weave with more warp threads than weft. It is usually in solid colours. This cloth is a popular suiting for all uses, including formal dress. Gabardine is also used for tailoring coats, raincoats, uniforms and men's shirts.