What Is The Best Cloth For A Tuxedo?
There are a lot of issues that can influence the way your tuxedo looks when you wear it. The color of the suit, the design and the cloth are the three main issues. While all of them are equally important, it is the cloth that means the most when it comes to how good you feel when you have the tuxedo on.
Plenty of thought must be put into your fabric choice whether buying off the peg or having it made to measure. You have basically, two choices: wool or not.
If you choose a not wool tux you can go with linen or a blended fabric. Blended fabrics are often wool mixed with another material. They are used to reduce cost or to give the fabric the benefit of both materials.
Linen is adored by the tailor since it is simple to use and sew. The trouble with a linen tuxedo is that it is easy to wrinkle and it is inclined to get dirty. This is why the expense of taking care of a linen tuxedo can be somewhat high. It is very lightweight when you have it on however, and it is a very good option for the summer.
We’ve all heard the stories of the Hong Kong tailor. You turn up, order a silk suit, have your measurements taken and 24 hours later your tuxedo arrives in your hotel room. These days it can still be done, but it’s rarely 24 hours, and the cost has increased dramatically over the last few decades. However, a great bargain can still be had and the silk is always of a superior quality.
Wool remains the finest choice . There are many grades of wool, but the finest strands are the best for any garment, and if possible choose virgin wool that has never been re-cycled.
Tweed has existed for the longest time and is very popular. It is a very heavy wool, so it looks better on a thinner man, and is it good for the winter.
For its durability and strength worsted wool is a top choice. It can be woven into different weights making it great for all seasons. It is also very resistant to creasing making it equally appealing year round.
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Posted on Aug 26 2009 in Fashion