Vintage Tweeds from Live for Tweed

  Harris Tweed Jackets: Timeless Elegance and Authentic Craftsmanship       Introduction       In the world of fashion, trends come and go, but there are certain pieces that withstand the test of time. One such example is the Harris Tweed jacket. Renowned for its unmatched quality, timeless appeal, and rich heritage, Harris Tweed jackets have become an iconic symbol of British fashion. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to traditional craftsmanship , these jackets exude elegance, durability, and a distinct sense of style. Let's dive into the fascinating world of Harris Tweed and explore why these jackets continue to capture the hearts of fashion enthusiasts around the globe.       A Rich History       Harris Tweed, often referred to as the "Cloth of Kings," has a history dating back over 150 years. Originating from the remote islands of the Outer Hebrides in Scotland, the production of Harris T...

  We are pleased to announce the launch of second concession at Jinney Ring Craft Centre, with the launch on the 30th of October of front shop at Jinney Ring Craft Centre, Hanbury. At Jinney Ring located within the craft centre we already have a clothing concession room full of preloved clothing, including preloved and vintage tweed men's tweed jackets, tweed coats, ladies coats and jackets and much more. As well as mix of both men's and lady's jackets, displaying brands such as Joules, Harris Tweed, modern day Barbour, Joe Browns and much more. Due to the busyness of this concession we decided to expand with the front of house shop at Jinney Ring.         With our new front of house Preloved Country Clothing shop at Jinney Ring this highlights a mix of preloved and vintage country clothing included Shooting Jackets, Barbour Country Wax Jackets , Shooting and Country Field Coats , Hacking Jackets, Wax Jackets, Tweed Waistcoats and lets not forget our amazin...

  Vintage Tweed Jacket Buyers Guide - Live for Tweed If you’re a regular visitor to Live for Tweed or even have a general interest in dressing well you will know about tweed. Its longevity, its versatility, its warmth, its ability to transcend the fickleness of fashion. No other material has a foot, or sleeve, in traditional clothing and style. You will probably understand the need to have some in your wardrobe. I am not going to go over its History and the Makers process here, it’s been done many times before by those that can explain it all better than me, but it’s a story worth reading as it’s a fascinating one. The word Tweed itself isn’t very specific, it's used to sell polyester mix jackets, trousers, anything with a pattern I’ve seen described as tweed. But proper Tweed, and more specifically Harris Tweed, is protected under The Harris Tweed Act 1993 that enshrines in law that every metre of it will conform to exacting standards and adhere to the legal definition of Harris T...