Men's Tweed & Country Suits

What is the difference between a country suit and a shooting suit?

A country suit and a shooting suit share similar heritage and are often made from the same cloth. However, a shooting suit is purpose built for a day in the field. Shooting Jackets, for example, feature bellow pockets for storing cartridges and an action back shoulder to allow for more arm movement when cocking a gun. Whereas a country suit will be composed of a regular 3-button or 2-button Jacket with slanted pockets and regular shoulders.

Should I choose a two-piece or a three-piece country suit?

This depends on the formality of the occasion you intend to wear your suit at. A two-piece suit, jacket jacket and trouser, offers a more relaxed look. This works for everyday wear. The addition of a waistcoat, for a three-piece, elevates the formality and adds an extra layer of warmth. With a three-piece suit, you can also remove the jacket without losing the polished appearance.

Which fabric weight is best for a formal country event?

For formal country events such as a game shoot, a point-to-point, or a smart rural occasion like a country wedding, a mid-to-heavyweight tweed in the region of 13 - 17oz is the most appropriate choice. This is lightweight enough to be comfortable, but heavy enough to maintain that drape which sets tweed suits apart.

Will a country suit accommodate layers like tattersall shirts and knitwear?

A Cordings country suit is intended to be worn with layering that is common-place in British dress. The jacket is given sufficient chest and sleeve allowance for the wearer to adorn a tattersall shirt and lambswool knit.

How do I care for a heavy-weight country suit to make it last decades?

A heavy-weight tweed or country cloth suit, properly cared for, is genuinely one of the longest-lasting garments a man can own. After wearing, always hang the jacket and trousers on a shaped wooden hanger and allow them to rest and air. Dry clean as infrequently as possible and instead rely on spot cleaning and airing for routine maintenance. Stored correctly away from direct light and moths, a Cordings country suit can last a lifetime.