Our next talk – with Edward Sexton on December 12th
These talks - well, interviews - at Mortimer House seem to be going down really well.
We've done two now, with Tony Sylvester and Ethan Newton, and the film of Ethan's interview will be up on Monday. There are some really interesting points in it and some fun moments.
Today's post is to announce that the next event will be on December 12th, with the tailoring legend that is Edward Sexton.
I've chatted to Edward many times over the years, but we've never done a formal interview or delved into his long history of bespoke. We did the Tailoring Symposium (pictured above and below) which was fun, but nothing one on one.
As per usual, please RSVP if you would like to attend - email [email protected]. Last time we hit capacity so it's worth getting in early.
Thanks everyone. Look forward to seeing you there
Hello Simon. I’m a novice in tailoring but I did notice that shoulders on Edward’s jacket. I usually prefer and like a sloping shoulders on jackets, Edward’s seems to be more pronounced. Would you be kind enough to explain those differences in the shoulders of the jackets? I know it has to do something with padding on those jackets, but you know best?
All the Best for Edward’s Talk!
Thanks Amit.
Yes, Sexton shoulders are much more padded and built up, and often have what’s called a pagoda shoulder, which is where there is actually more padding towards the end of the shoulder than near the neck. If you read our various articles on Sexton and Chittleborough & Morgan over the years you will see some discussion of that
Hi Simon. Given Edwards excessive experience, I would very much like to hear how he would approach “muscularity”. In my experience, the clothes usually fits too close and will pull in various points; forearms, calves, etc.
Thank you Malthe. I’ll try and remember to ask (presuming you’re not planning to be there yourself?)
That would have been fantastic, but traveling to the UK is not occurring anytime soon, unfortunately
Ah well, never mind
So wish I could be at this! One of the things that fascinates me about Edward Sexton is how much in interviews former employees will talk about how much they learned from Edward — not just about tailoring, but how to interact with clients, etc. I’d love to hear from Edward about these lessons. Also, how has he maintained quality over the years with a changing cast of supporting players? What’s it like working with a new (to Edward Sexton) cutter, like Nina?
Anyhow, beyond the stories about the amazing people he’s cut suits for over the years, the wildest designs, etc. would love to get some of this insight into how he runs his workshop, what he tries to teach the people working for him, and how he identifies talent. Would appreciate any of these questions you’re willing and able to fit in, Simon!
Will do!
Hello, Simon!
I hope I find you well.
I really want to hear your opinion on a question that I have always wondered about. What is better to get as a first suit? Rather a conservative cut with no so much padding and roping like Henry Poole’s, for example, or a dramatic, a bit sexier cut like Edward Sexton’s? (Peak lapels with a lot of padding and roping)
Best regards
I’d always say the more conservative, so Poole in that case. It’s much more likely you’re going to wear it more and get better value out of it, particularly in the long term
I ended up giving a few suits by him away. The shoulder didn’t age very well.
Thanks Cole. In what way? You didn’t like the style, or they weren’t made well? And was it UK bespoke, the offshore or ready made?
Hi Simon, I read somewhere this was postponed…
Has this happened since?
Thanks
No it hasn’t Pat, Edward is still ill unfortunately, recovering from a minor operation. We are holding the next talk on Monday next week instead, with Jamie Ferguson, which should be fun. Do RSVP if you want to come along
Hi Simon – do you know if there’s a new date for the talk with Edwards? Thanks so much
There is no current plan, sorry Gabriel. He is still recovering. But today we are announcing the next talk, with Rubato
Simon
Sad to hear of Edward Sexton’s passing. Plenty about him on this site, perhaps a retrospective in due course?
Regards
Hey Misbah – yes there’s one today, just in case you missed it
Thanks, good piece, thoughtful tone.
I look forward to Peter’s suggested article.