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Thinking of linen jacket with new tailor

Posted: Sun Sep 30, 2007 2:59 am
by kolecho
I usually get worsted jacket from a new tailor. This time, I am thinking of commissioning a a linen jacket with a new tailor.

What are the pros and cons?

Posted: Sun Sep 30, 2007 5:36 am
by oscarsfan
I get my linens with skeleton lining. I also ask for very light structure. The fact that the linens I have chosen are not very heavy and do not drape as well as 15 oz worsted, makes it more challenging for the tailor.

On the other hand, it is a good challenge to make linen (esp lighter weights) work for the tailor. If he/she can make the linen work, the wool will probably work better.


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