Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Chester Barrie: Savile Row's Most Iconic Tailor
There are many famous tailors who made their name on London's world renowned Savile Row, but one of the most inspiring and exciting stories belongs to Englishman Simon Ackerman who over a hundred years ago first entered the world of fashion design after leaving his homeland for New York city where he established himself as a high quality tailor before returning to London as a millionaire in 1835. It was in Savile Row that he first introduced British gentlemen to the now traditional 'ready-to-wear' suits. This was is contrast to the regular bespoke tailoring that other...
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