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Fabric
Compendium

A complete reference for fine cloth selection. Five of the world's most important suiting mills, mapped by collection — alongside weight charts, seasonal guidance, and cloth specifications calibrated to Hong Kong's climate.

Mill AnthologiesWeight & ClimateSeasonal CalendarCloth Specifications
§ 02 · FABRIC ATLAS

Fabric Weight & Climate Suitability

Hong Kong's optimal range is 180–260 g/m². Lighter tropical wools excel in summer; mid-weight fresco performs year-round. This chart maps suitability scores across the full weight spectrum.

FIGURE 1 · SUITABILITY SCORE BY WEIGHT (g/m²)
150180220260300340380g/m²0%25%50%75%100%
Tropical / HK
Four Season
Winter / UK
§ 03 · FABRIC INTELLIGENCE

Hong Kong Seasonal Fabric Guide

Hong Kong's climate demands a different approach to fabric selection than London or Milan. This calendar maps the optimal cloth weights and compositions to each season.

JAN — MAR
COOL SEASON
14–20°C
OPTIMAL WEIGHT
300–380 g/m²
RECOMMENDED CLOTHS
FlannelTweedWorsted woolCashmere blend

Hong Kong's only true winter window. Heavier cloths are appropriate, especially for evening.

APR — JUN
SPRING TRANSITION
20–28°C
OPTIMAL WEIGHT
240–300 g/m²
RECOMMENDED CLOTHS
Tropical woolFrescoHopsackLinen blend

Humidity rises sharply from May. Fresco and hopsack weaves allow air circulation.

JUL — SEP
PEAK HUMIDITY
28–33°C
OPTIMAL WEIGHT
180–240 g/m²
RECOMMENDED CLOTHS
FrescoHopsackLinenSilk-linen

The most demanding season. Open weaves and natural fibres are essential. Avoid fused construction entirely.

OCT — DEC
AUTUMN RETURN
20–27°C
OPTIMAL WEIGHT
260–320 g/m²
RECOMMENDED CLOTHS
Worsted woolCavalry twillFlannel (light)Wool-silk

The finest tailoring season in Hong Kong. Comfortable temperatures allow richer cloths without discomfort.

§ 04 · CLOTH SPECIFICATIONS

Understanding
Cloth Quality

The quality of a suit begins with the cloth. Hong Kong's climate demands a fabric that breathes in humidity while holding its structure through a full working day.

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SPECIFICATIONRANGENOTE
SUPER NUMBERS100s–S200sFINENESS OF WOOL FIBRE
WEIGHT RANGE150–420 g/m²TROPICAL TO WINTER
HK OPTIMAL180–260 g/m²YEAR-ROUND PERFORMANCE
CANVAS TYPEFull / HalfFLOATING VS FUSED
FIBRE ORIGINAU / NZ / ITMERINO, CASHMERE, VICUÑA
TWIST COUNT2-ply / 3-plyDURABILITY INDICATOR
WEAVE STRUCTUREPlain / Twill / HopsackAFFECTS BREATHABILITY
FINISHINGMilled / PressedHANDLE & DRAPE
DATA · TAILOR.HK FABRIC INDEX · v2.1 · UPDATED 2025
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