Even bespoke commissions are better the second time around, but the fit on this suit is excellent. They have a 3-roll-2 button configuration, patch pockets, and a generous lapel. A minor cosmetic detail was wrong as well, I'd asked for only one rear pocket, on the left side, and the trousers came with one right rear pocket. Anglo-Italian’s trousers are high-waisted, hitting right at the navel; this is my preferred front rise, so it required no alteration to the pattern. House cloths are normally the lowest price, the same as mine. I know You don’t buy RTW but I hoping You can/will answer me anyway? Hi Simon, And yes, I will on the date. Nameberry is a registered trademark of Nameberry, LLC. As you can see in one of the pictures above from the second fitting, the sleeves were too long (hitting mid-hand), the waist of the jacket needed a good amount of slimming, and the inseam was too long. Last night was the (soft) opening of Anglo-Italian, the new shop in London being run by ex-Armoury buddies Jake Grantham and Alex Pirounis. Simon, could you provide a phone number or web link; I’m very interested in the suede jacket. settembre 7, 2018. On the trousers, I chose double reverse pleats and two inch cuffs to balance out the visual interest of the double-breasted jacket and a button fly because I think they lay flatter. Received my first Anglo Italian RTW jacket just before Xmas and I’m pretty impressed. ... Wassup y’all! A very interesting job indeed! And they are useful, particularly in the summer. A flying visit to Anglo-Italian I recently had a chance to visit Anglo-Italian on Weymouth St., the new venture of Alex Pirounis and Jake Grantham, both formerly of The Armoury . However, I’m not sure I'd commission another suit because while I'm quite pleased with the suit, there are just enough issues at the margins to keep me from enjoying it unthinkingly and make me question if it was worth the added cost in time and money. Alex determined that we should select no roping for fit reasons, but stylistically, I wish we would have used the roped shoulder. Canali) or is short and tight (e.g. Just had a browse around their web store. I’ll hopefully be doing so soon however. I will likely buy again from Anglo-Italian as I like the brand's aesthetic and their ties, sweaters, and shirts are easily some of the best in the industry. This may just be the reaction everyone has when they move from mid-range RTW to luxury MTM tailoring and it's true that a second suit would likely fix some or all of these issues. Just an Italian kid who likes langauges. These are really good news! I’m considering going for either Trunks MTM option or Anglo Italian. I can elaborate more elsewhere but I’m not sure there is a post that goes into more detail. In 1968, Tommy Nutter was exasperated with his sales job at Donaldson, Williamson, and G. Ward, a bespoke tailoring firm based in London’s Burlington Arcade. An excellent choice of location making Marylebone High Street and go to location for beautiful menswear. The plan is to offer a lot of made-to-measure tailoring, with try-on samples of the various sizes - and here there will be two styles of shoulder, one roped and one Neapolitan-style shirtsleeve. I really wish this guys all the best. Thank you. Best wishes to Jake and Alex! Permanent Style is the UK authority on classic and luxury menswear. (Anglo-Italian: Jake Grantham and Alex Pirounis open in London), has been published on Permanent Style Wassup, or how I’m used to say on Youtube and on Instagram The exclusive loafer models are now offered with a rubber City Sole. Best to wait for images of the jackets themselves to get an idea of style, or of course visit them. These will be available made to order in seven different suedes, zip or button front, with simple changes to the pattern like body length and sleeve length. In NYC, Alex conducts his trunk shows at the Nomad Hotel. This is always going to be my mainstay because I try to keep my spending on menswear within reasonable limits, but as a perfectionist I’m increasingly frustrated with the minor imperfections of ready-to-wear (RTW) and the time-consuming and often expensive alterations required to fix them. I picked a double-breasted suit, because it’s Anglo-Italian’s more distinct offering, whereas their single-breasted suits are similar to many other Neapolitan designs. I’m waiting to fit it with Agyesh next Friday, then I will post. The problem is this segment of the market is quite limited. Adding to the comment regarding the suede bombers- Simon, when are you planning to write about your Stoffa suede jacket? The leading British blog on tailoring, luxury and men's style. Casual chic: The art of looking smart without a suit, Lockdown looks: What I really wore at home, Anglo-Italian made-to-measure jacket: Review, The best cloths of Spring/Summer 2020 – featuring Anglo-Italian, The Media Symposium – the dinner and party. Do you know if they will have a web shop? Alex took my measurements in a stock suit and that suit went back to London to create my pattern for production. I’ve never owned a jacket with generous drape or extended shoulders before and it’s a fairly sharp change of silhouette that was jarring at first. But this was a first chance for friends and family to get a look at what Jake and Alex have put together. And finally, the make isn’t really the prime sell with Anglo-Italian for me – it’s the cut and the style, which Jake and Alex could take anywhere. Very quick off the mark there, Simon. Generally, yes. I chose Drake's and Anglo Italian to visit. Simon, is your full review of your P Johnson jacket and trousers coming? I have a fairly forward shoulder posture, but the jacket has nicely compensated for that. Like many men, his passion for classic menswear began at work, but it was soon obvious few others viewed tailoring as anything other than an unfortunate necessity. For a first commission, I think this suit is a success. Anglo-Italian I quickly took notice of this new shop from Jake Grantham and Alex Pirounis (both formerly from The Armoury). Their denim is available both in store and online. There is also a navy-nylon field jacket, to wear over the tailoring, a range of odd trousers, to wear with the bombers or the tailoring, and a selection of crewneck knitwear. Alex is positively lovely and has many great stories to tell which make every trunk show with him enjoyable. Anglo-Italian Made-to-Measure Double-Breasted Suit Review, Updated, Before I get into the review of the suit, I want to explain why I chose Anglo-Italian for this commission. But Anglo-Italian already has a nice vibe: a 1930s Italian feel that can be seen in the signage, the decoration and (last night) the catering of the wonderful Bar Termini. The length of the process, over six months, wasn’t necessarily a problem, but there was either some overpromising on delivery times or lack of communication that my suit was going to run over the usual production timeline. (My hotel is in the neighborhood of marylebone high street! The name Anglo Italian obviously reflects the shop’s aesthetics – a somewhat modernized version of a mid-century style, when the Italians used to look to the English for their cues – but it’s also reflective of Jake and Alex’s personal backgrounds. Anglo-Italian Company Anglo-Italian is a tailoring focused menswear brand based in London. Could you explain the difference? Making clothing, especially tailored-made, is needed to get the number of shoulders, chest and bottom of ratio for pattern of composition, so that shape of jacket would be made differently. Compared to a Cavendish (last 325), it wears a bit more snug in the forefoot. It is certainly true that Stile ratino, for instance, and Lardini are quite different shape. If I work up the courage to take it back to the tailor, the sleeves could be picked up in the back just a bit and there's a little excess fabric in the back still. Italy publicly backs David Cameron's vision for two-speed Europe in new boost for PM. In that particular case, though, I’d suggest style would be as important as anything, given they are pretty different. Hiya, how was your day? As you mentioned it in this article, could you elaborate (or refer to a previous article dealing with it). David lives and works in Washington, D.C. Like many men, his passion for classic menswear began at work, but it was soon obvious few others viewed tailoring as anything other than an unfortunate necessity. #Florence #PItti #Pitti Uomo #Jake Grantham #Alex Pirounis #anglo italian company #mens street style #street style. I love the roll knit collar idea, having never seen that style presentation before. It gives it curve and roll, it builds in fullness – it shapes the jacket and carves it, where elsewhere you can only drape. He met Alex Pirounis there, and they both eventually left to start their shop in London called Anglo Italian.If you want to hear more about that, I def encourage you to listen to Jake's first pod we did together. Shot in Fulham, London. However, as with many traveling tailors, communication could probably be improved somewhat. See and interact with all Instagram stories @PermanentStyleLondon. The logos on the suit, hanger, and garment bag are tasteful and delightfully retro. There are also a couple aspects of the Anglo-Italian house style that taken some getting used to. You’ll get that too. I’d recommend the shaved cotton. Jake Grantham & Alex Pirounis on behalf of all at Anglo-Italian. I’m considering a MTM jacket and deciding between Anglo-Italian and drakes. View Jake Grantham’s profile on LinkedIn, the world’s largest professional community. The Anglo-Italian garment bag and hanger that come with the suit are both gray and lovely. With so much comment on a large brands dominating the high street I’m delighted that there are people like Jake prepared to take on the challenge. The price is good given the amount of handwork: around £990 for a jacket, £1300 for a suit, with a small uplift for made to measure. Of course, I’ve believed that Alex and Jake is ones of the tremendously professional directors in contemporary classic scene since The Armoury HK, which place I visited and bought some. Any addition of quality menswear shops such as this one is to be celebrated of course. In the future, I would change about the leg opening of trousers, which at seven inches is on the smaller end. Does one have more styling choices or better fit for MTM? These winter friendly soles help to protect the shoe against damp conditions, but remain Goodyear welted and made to Crockett and Jones' exacting specifications. Click on an image to enlarge. It looks good and feels good. Best congrats to him and Alex Pirounis! Thanks. Most directors keep up with or find out the brand they would like to make, so that I am curious where they order. A more regular Neapolitan fit. What would you say is better or worse? I would very much be interested in a review of Anglo-Italian MTM! Bombers were 850 I think, will double check the MTM price. Originally from London, Jake moved to HK to join the first team at The Armoury. The jackets and suits are all made in Naples, with soft shoulders and a tiny hint of rope in the shoulder. The trousers in particular are quite excellent now. I also went for a single rear pocket because the simplicity appeals to me and it is the more formal choice. Does favourably mean better? Hi Simon, Where else would you advise for MTM ? Now re-stocked along with our University Stripe and Green Stripe.” Jake and I discussed his life growing up in Wimbledon, the world of classic menswear and how in his eyes, hardcore music and tailoring have a lot more in common than what you think. As you likely know, most of my wardrobe is composed of pieces from mid-tier brands like Suitsupply and increasingly lately, Spier & MacKay. For more of Anglo Italian, you can follow Jake, Alex, and the store on Instagram. Just like Berg & Berg or SuitSupply, they are a self-branded store, which means they don’t carry products under other labels. On the trousers, I had my tailor shorten the hem and widen the leg below the knee to a 7.5" opening. Jake Grantham & Alex Pirounis on behalf of all at Anglo-Italian Seasonal Sport Jackets Tailoring has always been at the centre of our offering, and we are pleased to present our Sport Jackets for this Spring & Summer season. I cannot predict this shirts and jackets’s quailty of name? They stand out among other iGents due to their understated style. fair points. Yes that makes sense. On my next pair, I will decrease the inseam slightly and widen the leg opening to seven and a half inches, which should correct this issue. The website with all details should be launching next week. Anglo-Italian’s Fall/Winter 2020 Lookbook October 27, 2020 Only three years old, Anglo-Italian is evolving their clothing in slow, steady increments that feel imperceptible in the moment, yet which have added up to create a fuller and fuller picture of the vision of founders Jake … The two themes of tailoring and customisation extend into the casual clothing. The name Anglo Italian obviously reflects the shop’s aesthetics – a somewhat modernized version of a mid-century style, when the Italians used to look to the English for their cues – but it’s also reflective of Jake and Alex’s personal backgrounds. Made in Naples, just stuck in Germany with shipping! Despite my hesitation, I'm pleased with these small alterations. 1000yardstyle. We are proud to present Anglo-Italian Tessuti, our own collection of cloth, woven in England & Italy. How would you compare their suits versus Trunk Clothiers? Before images on the left, after on the right. are they similar to any of the big Italian names, I usually find Italian RTW is too boxy (e.g. I am looking for a pair of trousers to use with a sportsjacket or my Valstarino. See the complete profile on LinkedIn and discover Jake’s connections and jobs at similar companies. How do You like A-I RTW trousers ? Anglo-Italian is a young company, but its founders Jake Grantham and Alex Pirounis both have a long history in menswear. As much as I love raw denim, and would pretty much always prefer it, you can never get the same colours as the lightest fades here. A hand-padded chest makes the jacket three-dimensional. I have ordered, and received, the Bradbourne loafer in dark brown sided with city sole, in the last 72. 5 Apr 2020 - Anglo-Italian on Instagram: “Jake wears our Cashmere Tie in Grey Prince of Wales Blue Overcheck, made-to-measure Suit and Shirt.” We pride ourselves on designing the entirety of our universe, from cloth to clothing. The jackets are in faded checks and the trousers come in soft browns and greens; the ties and scarves too are muted and versatile. I would like to ask about your professional review how to analyze Anglo American. Slowly but steadily, London is bound to reverse the tide. London, March 2020.” Alex emailed in early October letting me know he'd be in NYC that upcoming weekend (October 12th). Thanks for this report! Hand-padded lapels have arguably less benefit. Various events have slowed things down, and even last night the mirrors were going up a few minutes before everyone arrived. This melodious and feminine Latin variation of the Lily family is a favorite in the Hispanic community and would work beautifully with an Anglo surname as well. It’s been a long time coming. In retrospect, he was clearly right. It’s hard to be comprehensive at this stage given I haven’t fully reviewed either. If you haven’t checked out Anglo-Italian yet, I encourage you to do so. Anglo-Italian made-to-measure jackets start at £1490 (including VAT) and go up in four tiers, depending on the cloth: £1560, £1640, £1730 and £2200 (the latter just for cashmere). Tennis Sweater. And from that perspective too, one can be confident! I inquired about a flapped ticket pocket, but Alex advised against because it is too flashy for the Anglo-Italian brand. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. I thought about trying Ring Jacket from The Armoury, but their RTW suits cost from $1400 to $1800 and MTM starts at $2350. Not really, sorry, as I have yet to try and review either. The shop will officially open to the public in June. 2020-jun-11 - 1,053 Likes, 14 Comments - Anglo-Italian (@angloitaliancompany) on Instagram: “Jake wears our Light Wash Denim Button Down with our Sports Jacket in Grey Glencheck Cotton, Wool &…” I have a Formosa RTW sport coat (where the chest is padded by hand I believe) and the swell at the chest is just lovely. I’ve just tried them actually, and the quality’s good. I bought a pair of their C&J loafers last year but they didn’t work out for my wide feet, and their balmacaan raincoat earlier this year which I love, but I’d yet to try their tailoring. Thanks for reading this long-winded review. I used my normal size, which is 8. I know these 2 guys at Armoury in HongKong, didn’t know they start their own business together until now. Ah I see. Simon, how does the handwork on the suits and overall quality compare with Sartoria Formosa? On the jacket, I lowered the collar slightly to remove some rippling across my upper shoulders. 209 notes. All the ways to say “Hello” in Italian. Anglo-Italian classic jeans fit perfectly straight from the box. Jake and Alex's new shop in Marylebone in London is an absolute gem of a little shop. I am looking forward to receiving them. © 2021 Nameberry.com. Before opening Anglo-Italian last summer, Pirounis ran the Amoury’s outpost in Hong Kong, and his business partner, Jake Grantham, is a Savile Row veteran—so they know their clothes and customers. I'm sure my feelings towards the suit will evolve over time as I wear it and that will be the deciding factor in my decision whether not to commission a second suit in the future. We shortened the rear rise to compensate for my locked-leg standing and that worked well; the seat of these trousers fit better than any other pair that I’ve had. Those would be my top two, but I haven’t tried a large range so don’t really feel I can recommend that many. 33k Followers, 4 Following, 579 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Anglo-Italian (@angloitaliancompany) I also picked up a wonderful Shetland sweater, which some of you may have seen. You get it even on some pretty cheap suits. 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