An exercise in tailoring was a journey into
precision cutting, firm hand stitching and shape forming padding. Tailoring is
a craft steeped in tradition and rich in a heritage of tweeds, worsted wools
and finest woven cashmere wool and silk mohair, not to mention the layers of
horsehair padding and linings. If only to feel, see and touch such luxurious
fabrics. I chose a Max Mara double breasted Suit Jacket from the Spring 2011
advertisement. Worn by Karolina Kurkova and photographed by Mario Sorrenti. Here is the image courtesy of Max Mara, followed by my interpretation. 
The visible stitching around the edge of the lapel (pick stitching) is very 007 and the sign of a bespoke custom made jacket.
(note to stylist on the unwritten rule of never buttoning the bottom button on a double breasted jacket – a perfect 10/10).
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