Fused
The front panels are bonded to a fusible interlining with heat. It is quick to make and keeps the cost down. The jacket looks crisp at first but can feel stiffer, breathes less and may bubble over time if pressed badly or cleaned too often.
- Best for: occasional wear, tight budgets, suits you will wear a few times.
Half canvas
A floating canvas is stitched into the chest and lapel, with the lower front fused. The lapel rolls naturally instead of lying flat, and the chest moulds to you with wear. It is the usual balance of comfort, durability and price.
- Best for: wedding suits, business suits you wear every week, Saigon's heat.
Full canvas
Canvas runs through the whole front, held by hand stitching. It is the lightest and most breathable construction and lasts the longest, but takes the most time and costs the most.
- Best for: suits you want to keep for many years, premium cloth.
How to check
- Pinch the cloth just below the top button and gently pull the layers apart. If you feel a separate floating layer, there is canvas there.
- Look at the lapel: a canvassed lapel rolls softly; a fused one often lies flat and pressed.
- Simply ask the tailor which construction is quoted.
At Draco
Draco's Signature package is half canvas. Ask about other constructions when you choose your cloth.
