With sartorial powerhouses now established in Rome, Naples and Milan, Italy's dominance of men's fashion was undisputed. The styling influence of Italian tailoring reached its zenith in the 1980s, thanks to Armani. The low button stance and strong shoulder became the new benchmark for the modern block pattern. When examining the intrinsic value and quality of a suit, a number of factors should be considered. First and foremost, the fabric is the critical determinant of a suit's quality, and will most certainly affect the price tag, so it's crucial to make sure that it feels great and looks luxurious.
Climatic conditions produce fine grass that a small flock of merino sheep graze on.
Superior fabric has always been hard to find. Mill space in the famous wool mills of northern England and the domestic wool mills of Italy is always tight. To further complicate matters, Italian mills close shop for the month of August. Castangia's vice president, Dr. Alberto Grilletti, and his ancestors before him have seen many mills come and go. English mills tend to produce a comparatively matte-finished cloth, while the cloth made by Italian mills generally has a little more sheen.