It’s a gloomy, overcast Sunday in Melbourne — the sort of grey weather that calls for something in the same tone. But that doesn’t mean we have to bring out our charcoal suit.
I’ve fallen in love with Donegal Tweed ever since seeing Yamamoto-san of wearing it. There’s something incredibly appealing about how the cloth carries depth through texture rather than loud colour.
The fabric is full of character — all those little flecks and irregularities give it so much visual richness. It’s one of the rare fabrics that works just as naturally as a soft sport coat as it does a full suit. Personally, I think Donegal looks especially strong styled tonally, paired with black leather shoes and darker accessories.
You can see how effortlessly Manish @the_daily_mirror wears it with vintage jewellery, or how Andrew of @thearmourynyc pairs it with a contrasting tie. And of course, the GOAT himself Yamamoto-san @tailorcaid in a full three-piece Donegal suit.
My jacket is made from Loro Piana’s Dream Tweed — a more skin-friendly interpretation of traditional Donegal. It has less structure and rusticity than the original Irish versions, yet still retains the soul of Donegal with rugged colour and texture.
A slightly chilly Tuesday in Melbourne calls for something easy. When a full suit feels too much, this staple navy Loro Piana Cashmere Award jacket is where I end up with.
In fact, the simplest cloth is often the hardest to perfect—too heavy and it feels suffocates, too light and it loses its shape. Even the right shade of navy is a challenge in itself.
This one is right! Soft and familiar, like a well-worn sweater, yet sharp enough to hold a tie without missing a beat.
A proper winter essential.
Hello—I’m back with a new series to recommend you some of my favourite jackets this season.
The first one has to be this amazing I @foxbrothers1772 Soft Tweed from their Somerset Jacketing books. Although Fox describes it as a tweed, it doesn’t really feel like one in the traditional sense.
That usual dry and slightly scratchy texture that make classic tweed mildly annoying is gone. Instead, the fabric preserves the spongy handle and density that you would expect from Tweed, but with a much softer and wool virgin wool like touch.
Throwing it on doesn’t feel like wearing outerwear. It’s more like wrapping yourself in a heavy winter blanket—easy, warm, and comfortable on a chilly morning.
Of course, I have to pair it with Fox Original Flannel to complete the look.
Continuing with one of my favourites from @drapersitaly the Ascot 4-ply is easily my go-to for a travelling suit.
The high-twist wool gives the cloth a spongy yet structured drape, allowing the garment to hold its shape while remaining comfortable and cool throughout the day. I particularly like the texture and depth of colour, achieved through the layering of multiple yarns, which gives the fabric a quiet richness. It really encapsulates the idea that if the weather is truly unforgiving, it almost doesn’t matter what you wear — you’ll still feel the heat, so you might as well look your best and pretend it’s all part of the plan.
You can see how Peter @urbancomposition and Simon @permanentstylelondon look so gracefully in their outfits.
Early autumn in Melbourne can be unpredictable, with plenty of warm days still ahead — and this is exactly the kind of cloth I find myself reaching for more often.
Woven by @vitalebarberiscanonico1663 , @drapersitaly carries a character that is distinctly its own. It holds enough ItalianitĂ in its colour and movement, yet still retains the sturdiness more often associated with English cloth.
The high-twist Ascot collection remains one of my favourites, particularly in this 2-ply taupe shade. It’s a beautiful transitional colour — sitting right at the edge of summer, where the warmth begins to soften and the leaves start to dry. You’ll find similar colour tone with outfits from @master_keynes and @charlesyap_ of The Decorum.
Dormeuil Sportex is one of my all-time favourites. Weighing between 340–390g, it delivers a beautiful drape while remaining soft and non-rigid. Its natural stretch and strong crease resistance make it incredibly comfortable for all-day wear. The subtle texture adds a distinctive vintage character, giving each garment depth and personality. The only drawback is its relatively limited colour selection. It’s also an iconic cloth closely associated with Florentine tailor @liveranoandliverano , as demonstrated by my friend @maxmpapier
Comfort: 10/10
Crease Resistance: 9/10
Soft Touch: 8/10
Melbourne Suit Walk - Finale
We ended the walk at Informale where Steve gave an insight into the philosophy of the brand. It was such good fun that I'm looking forward to the next one.
From Informale, the remaining walkers moved on to the steps of the Parliament building where we got a group shot to commemorate the day.
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Thank you to @ladydrewniak for these photos!
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Melbourne Suit Walk - Part 4, The Walk
We started the walk from the Leica Store, onto Bourke Street and then to Informale. What a day it was!
If you couldn't be there, these wonderful photos by @ladydrewniak are the next best thing!
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