The Tweed Collection
Why is tweed called tweed? A more popular legend has it that the name tweed is a twist on the Scottish word for “tweel” or twill in our parlance, which is the signature weave of the fabric. It is said that in 1826, a London clerk accidentally transcribed an order to “tweel” and wrote “tweed” instead, and from there the name came into use.
What is the difference between tweed & wool? Tweed is a broad category. ... Tweed is a woollen fabric. Woollen yarns are made from carded wool, which is thick and full of un-straightened fibers. It is warm and flexible but not as smooth or uniform as worsted yarns, where the wool is combed so that all the fibers lie in one direction.
Is tweed expensive? Tweed can be expensive because it's a high-quality, pure wool cloth that's considered a classic. Traditionally used for upper-class country clothing like shooting jackets, tweed became popular among the Edwardian middle classes who associated it with the leisurely pursuits of the elite. Due to their durability tweed, Norfolk jackets and plus-fours were a popular choice for hunters, cyclists, golfers and early motorists. Popular patterns include houndstooth associated with 1960s fashion, Windowpane, gamekeeper's tweed worn by academics, Prince of Wales check, originally commissioned by Edward VII, and herringbone.
