A traditional oxford fabric, robust and casual, with a natural, nubby variation in the texture. Wears in beautifully; lasts forever.
Inspired by the vintage oxfords used by Brooks Brothers and others in the 1950s and 1960s, it is woven in Italy exclusively for Permanent Style.
For bespoke shirts, most oxfords on offer are smooth and fine, aimed at a business customer to wear with a worsted suit or jacket - which makes it hard to find something traditional to make up bespoke.
The PS Oxford fabric fills that gap, and is available in 2-metre cut lengths.
Says Simon: "I’ve always found that an oxford shirt has a very specific place in my wardrobe. Smart enough for almost any sports jacket - from cashmere to corduroy - it is also the perfect partner for jeans. It bridges formal and casual perhaps better than any other shirt fabric."
What our customers say: "The product I've enjoyed the most is the PS Oxford shirting cloth. I must have washed the light blue one more than fifty times and it's become softer while still holding its strength. I nearly always get compliments when I wear it.”
This pale yellow version of the popular PS Oxford is a classic American colour, and compliments both grey and navy, as well as pale green and all denims. Read more styling advice on the launch post here.
- Yarn: 1/10 x 2/90
- Composition: 100% cotton
- Weight: 250g/metre [dress fabrics might be around 200g/m]
- Cut length: 2m x 1.5m
- Fabric is pre-washed but there may be some shrinkage. We suggest advising a shirtmaker to add perhaps 1cm on the sleeve length and 2cm on the body length - or whatever they advise.
