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Spotlight On: Donegal Tweed

Spotlight On: Donegal Tweed

Posted by S. Bookster on 25th Oct 2024

As the name might suggest, Donegal tweed hails from Donegal in Ireland, a fabric that’s woven into the very heart of the county, reflecting the history of the region and the lives of the people who ha … read more
Tailoring Cloths for Autumn Wear

Tailoring Cloths for Autumn Wear

Posted by Bookster on 1st Aug 2024

You have to think ahead when ordering custom tailored garments…when it comes to cloth types and weights and the time it takes us to make individual garments. We are still sending out warmer weather … read more
​WHAT TO WEAR FOR SHOOTING

​WHAT TO WEAR FOR SHOOTING

Posted by Bookster on 13th Jun 2024

A guide for those new to the sport and the more established sportsmanIn the main this piece refers to Driven Shooting and SIM ( Clay shooting)The opening consideration: You cannot be overdressedThes … read more
ALL ABOUT  LINEN

ALL ABOUT LINEN

Posted by Bookster on 2nd May 2024

ALL ABOUT LINENIt's that time of year. Still a nip in the air, but there have been a couple of days where temperatures rose and our yearning for sun and hot summer days come to mind. Linen is one of … read more
Chalk Stipe or Rope Stipe

Chalk Stipe or Rope Stipe

12th Mar 2024

We have always called wider striped suits chalk stripe, as many tailors and cloth merchants do. To be more correct, it is only the stripes that give the impression of a soft chalk stripe that should … read more