Tailoring for Women

We have quite an exclusive list of suppliers for our specialist suitings, however whenever we receive a commision for something out of the ordinary we turn to Joel & Son Fabrics.   Situated just north of Marble Arch in Central London, they have the most extensive range of printed silks and beaded lace that you can find almost anywhere.

Alongside, they have a wide selection of materials with which you can co-ordinate your garment. They also have a wealth of advice as to how to match the properties of a particular cloth with a garment’s design or purpose.   There reputation is such that they are frequently required to source and supply fabrics for many a State occasion.

We have worked together for the past 20 years and I frequently send my clients direct to their premises where Joel’s staff are extremely helpful, and will take time to make this first exploration part of the whole bespoke experience.

I was invited to meet with Emma Willis in Jermyn Street the other day.  She has impressive premises with an extremely helpful staff and a beautiful display of shirts made from top-end Swiss and Italian cottons.  This image is from a feature she received in Vogue.

What I found exceptional is that she has a specific range of shirts for women with the right feminine accents and detail that really do cater to the female form.  Other shirt makers have collections for women, however as an observer and purchaser I find their product no more than a version of a man’s shirt. Take for example cuff size; usually too big for the female wrist.  And button position - never at the bust point where it is needed!

Certainly the experience of meeting Emma and her staff makes it worth a visit, and a welcome pause if you are walking through St. James, just off Piccadilly.