The fresco suit – a reason to love high twist wool

Fresco is in fact the name of a particular high twist wool fabric from legendary mill Hardy Minnis. They are widely considered one of the finest yarns available for a suit. However, there are plenty of other high twist wool fabrics, such as the ‘Traveller’ from Loro Piana for example. But in this segment, we will focus on the hight twist wool suits we offer from the Hardy Minnis fabrics, namely the Fresco suit since it has a unique history and allure to it.

Why is the Fresco fabric so good for tailoring?

As mentioned, Fresco fabric is made from a specific high-quality type of wool that is tightly twisted and spun, creating a smooth and lustrous surface. This tight weave gives Fresco fabric its characteristic lightweight and breathable properties, making it a comfortable fabric to wear in warm weather, but also as an allround suit fabric. Fresco fabric is also known for its crease resistance, meaning that it is less prone to wrinkling than other types of wool. This has led it to be specifically appealing to customers who wear suiting for business travel or like the idea of having “less maintenance” without losing the soft, natural high quality of their suit fabric.

In terms of tailoring, Fresco fabric is also a popular choice because of the beautiful drape it creates, and the natural, elegant appearance. It is also relatively easy to work with for the production and sewing, making it a good fabric to use in custom garments. Therefore, Fresco fabric is often used in high-end tailored garments, as it adds a level of luxury and refinement to the finished product that we, along with lots of customers love.

Overall, Fresco fabric is a perfect choice for tailored garments, especially suits, trousers and sports coats. Its high quality, crease resistance and elegant drape make it a particularly suitable fabric for your next custom made luxury piece.