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Airey & Wheeler Tropicadilly fabric
Posted: Fri Mar 18, 2016 11:13 am
by the_good_life
A question of antiquarian interest only, I'm afraid, but does anyone know what kind of fabric(s) Airey and Wheeler used in their Tropicadilly line of suits of yore (which I assume were an RTW line sold at their eponymous store besides the bespoke business) ? Was this traditional Minnis Fresco or the like or did they have their own cloth woven? Thanks!
Re: Airey & Wheeler Tropicadilly fabric
Posted: Fri Mar 18, 2016 2:30 pm
by Concordia
A.J. Hewitt (Ravi Tailor) acquired the company, and should be able to clarify that. From the website:
In 1998 the Company acquired the business of Airey and Wheeler, who specialise in lightweight and tropical clothing. I have therefore acquired their clients and have adopted the lightweight speciality. The Airey and Wheeler clientele includes people from the world of politics, the diplomatic service, sport and journalism. I have had the privilege of making Martin Bell’s white suits.