AUTUMN/WINTER 23
FABRIC GUIDE
High quality, unique fabrics and yarns are the foundation of our business. Kestin and the team search the world, working together with mills to discover and develop innovative, sustainable options that excite us and bring extra depth and functionality to our designs.
RECYLCED NYLON
CONTENT - 100% RECYCLED NYLON
WEIGHT - 2.39oz
ORIGIN - KOREA
We like to work with cloth that is functional and durable, designed to last. This premium recycled Nylon is from Korea. Established in 1993, this Korean mill specialises in the production of high performance technical fabrics. Kestin was originally attracted to its light weight water repellency and mat finish, reminiscent of military fabrics but with a modern technical edge.
CAMO FLEECE
CONTENT - 36% POLYESTER, 32% VIRGIN WOOL, 32% COTTON
WEIGHT - 11.8oz
ORIGIN - ITALY
A super soft Italian virgin wool blend Camo pattern, offering warmth whilst remaining breathable. The real deal and from a well-established Italian mill located north of Rome. The blend allows for ultimate warmth, comfort and manoeuvrability.
RE:NEWOOL® JAPANESE
CONTENT - 46% COTTON, 38% WOOL, 15% NYLON, 1% OTHER
WEIGHT - 7.34oz
ORIGIN - JAPAN
Soft, premium Japanese Re:NEWOOL®. This recycled Re:NEWOOL® yarn is knitted using a combination of low gauge and high gauge to ensure the material does not lose its shape. Sourced from a Japanese mill steeped in history and founded in 1751, with its origin rooted in the Kimono garments business.
SCOTTISH SPUN LAMBSWOOL
CONTENT - 100% LAMBSWOOL
ORIGIN - SCOTLAND
Scottish spun Shetland style lambswool, from a mill established in 1798, and brushed for a soft hand feel. Wool is naturally insulating, breathable, hypoallergenic and biodegradable.Knitted in 5 gauge using wholegarment technology for minimal waste and maximum efficiency, renewable electricity used to power the machines. Made in one of Scotland’s finest knitwear factories the garments are washed in soft Scottish lowlands water.
IRREGULAR CORD
CONTENT - 100% COTTON
WEIGHT - 8.1oz
ORIGIN - PORTUGAL
Corduroy is soft, and very very strong. The strength comes from its ribbed construction, and its durability made it an outerwear staple in 19th Century England. Combining luxury with durability this irregular cotton corduroy has a natural feel with the garment dye process giving them a three dimensional look.
BRITISH BLACK WATCH
CONTENT - 100% WOOL
WEIGHT - 14oz
ORIGIN - ENGLAND
A premium Black Watch 100% wool woven in Yorkshire by Marton Mills. Marton Mills is a Yorkshire-based family-owned mill specialising in wools, established in 1931.Black Watch is a traditional blue and green based tartan. This tartan bears the name of the famous 42nd Royal Highland Regiment (The Black Watch), the premier Highland Regiment. First raised in 1729, as four Independent Companies of Highlanders.
JAPANESE BRUSHED CHECK COTTON
CONTENT - 100% COTTON
WEIGHT - 5.7oz
ORIGIN - JAPAN
This Japanese Checked brushed cotton is a versatile and durable fabric. Its inherent softness makes it an ideal material for transeasonal garments. This Japanese mill has been in business for over 271 years, providing us with some of the finest quality fabrics around.
UNDYED MARL
CONTENT - 30% POLYESTER, 30% WOOL, 40% COTTON
WEIGHT - 14.75oz
ORIGIN - ITALY
A super soft, thick Italian wool blended fleece. The wool is undyed showcasing the natural hues of the sheep The real deal and from a well-established Italian mill located north of Rome. The blend allows for ultimate warmth, comfort and manoeuvrability.