He's come and gone actually, but Peter Harvey of tailors Fallan & Harvey brought a jacket with him for fitting and that always feels like a visit from Santa even though I pay for it.
I didn't bring anyone with me to take a photo this time so we laid the jacket on a sofa. It's an 18 ounce gun club tweed with crescent pockets and a two button front that will be ready in the summer. Peter makes quite a few crescent pocket jackets for Japanese clients who, like me, are looking for something that evokes the late Duke of Windsor.
The visit also provided the opportunity to start a flannel suit for Fall. It will be made from the London Lounge triple check cloth that's been written about here before, in a three button single breasted that rolls to the center button, with a shawl collared double breasted vest. All in all, a bit of holiday spirit in the midst of Spring.
Thursday, April 17, 2008
Peter Harvey's Coming to Town
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6 comments:
The pockets look great, but 18 ounces! I guess you won't need much of a coat when you wear this out in the winter. Do you plan on having it fully lined?
Very nice, Will. You seem to have a variety of people making things for you. And it is nice to know that none of what you wear can be found on the display shelves of a department store.
Good luck with the jacket and suit.
18 ounces is a great weight for Northern California. All I need is a scarf and gloves for drives with the top open.
And yes, it will be fully lined.
Winter, Summer... these terms mean little in our city by the Bay: coldest Winter of my life etc. One of its more charming characteristics.
Love the pockets _and_ the pattern.
I wish I had the economy to have tailor-made jackets and suits. But, being only 19, I have that goal to strive for for many years! Thanks for a great blog. :)
I have nearly the exact same sportcoat from Borrelli--3/4 lined and french faced, with 3 u-shape patch pockets and side vents. It is a favorite and I consider it 3-season here in the Mid-Atl.
I am now sizing up 2 Navy blazers from Oxxford, Mohair-Wool and Heavier Wool (fabric ideas appreciated. Plus a grey blazer from Oxxford probably some sort of rich herringbone.
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