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.

Cavalry Twill Suiting Fabrics and Cloth

March 5, 2018 Jean-Paul Samson

Cavalry Twill is a resilient fabric named for its use in making riding pants for cavalry uniforms

Cavalry twill can be recognized by its pronounced double twill line. It is woven in a steep right hand twill. The best is made of wool or worsted, but cavalry twill can be made of blends including cotton, rayon and manufactured fibers. It is used for riding pants, uniforms, sportswear, slacks, coats and suits.

Batik Jacket: Fusion of Cultures and Tailoring Techniques

March 4, 2018 Jean-Paul Samson

A client came to visit us to say he was still extremely happy with the jacket we made for him in 2012. Back in 2012 he was imagining how it would look if we would create a suit out of two same color and pattern sarongs. A sarong or "sarung" denotes the lower garment worn typically by the Indonesian.