Four Superstar Cloth Bunches
At King & Allen, we have thousands of cloths for you to choose from. Our tailoring consultants are all trained in how to find the perfect cloth for your occasion, or the intended use of the suit. We'll guide you through all of the options at your no-obligation consultation. While we do have a wide range of cloth bunches (books of cloth), there are a few that are our perennial favourites. Read on to find out more about these superstar cloths.
Crispaire
The name says it all! This crisp fabric is one of our all-time favourite bunches, from world-renowned cloth merchants Holland & Sherry. It's a durable fabric that is perfect for business or a wedding abroad as it is lightweight and amazingly crease-resistant. It travels well and,
Bamboo
Bamboo is a beautifully-soft cloth, sometimes known as 'California Cashmere.' It's a popular choice with our vegan clients, as no animal products are used in its production. This bunch, from Huddersfield Fine Worsteds, has plain colours as well as a range of audacious checks and brighter hues, making it a great choice for a wedding suit. We love showing the bamboo cloths to our customers, as they are always surprised by the soft, luxurious feel of the cloth. If you would like to order some samples, please contact us today.
Royal Mile
Named after the world-famous street in Edinburgh, the Royal Mile collection features a range of traditional suiting colours and patterns. A favourite amongst our business suit customers for its luxurious feel and classic weave. Also, a lightweight, luxurious cloth for summer wedding with more of an Italian look. We just love the range of stripes available in this bunch, from the classic pinstripe to the chalk stripe and pin-dot stripe. It's the small details that make the difference!
City of London
Another firm favourite with our business clients, due to it's luxurious, yet hard-wearing nature. Perfect for day-to-day business wear, it comes in a variety of weaves from twill and herringbone to birdseye . It's also a great choice for a winter wedding due its heavyweight feel and the choice of colours and patterns, from a glen plaid to bold houndstooth. Traditional English tailoring that makes a classic suit that will last. You can order samples of City of London here.
We have thousands of cloths on offer at King & Allen. Find out more and book a consultation today! Please contact us if you have any questions.
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