The Russell check – A bolder jacket choice

February 16th 2026

A bold checked jacket is not the most versatile thing to own. Quite aside from how many other things it goes with, its boldness means that it will likely outshine them all, and stick in the memory of anyone you meet. It’s not something you can...

The Russell check – A bolder jacket choice

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Looks very nice Shem, a little like an old shepherd's check...

Cloth - JacketsFebruary 16th 2026

Tranquil House cashmere jacket: Review

June 2nd 2025

I recently received a cashmere jacket that I commissioned from Donghyun Kim, a Korean tailor who goes under the brand name Tranquil House, in Seoul. The jacket has some minor issues, however, after four fittings now . We had two in Seoul during the...

Tranquil House cashmere jacket: Review

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Hi Simon, Hardy Amies says the English country gentleman basically gave rise to the clothing we have now and celebrated around the world. And the English countryside has been the inspiration for some of the world’s gre...

JacketsJune 2nd 2025

The breadth and style of Korean tailoring

December 18th 2023

On the Wednesday night of my recent trip to Seoul, there was a party to celebrate the anniversary of the local cloth agency, Renovatio. The founder Sam Ahn invited everyone in the industry, and over 200 people turned up. I have never seen so many w...

The breadth and style of Korean tailoring

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That's useful, thanks Paul. Do you mind if I suggest you look up the articles on PS for all three of those tailors? You'll find the prices at the time of writing, plus other useful information on them...

SuitsDecember 18th 2023