Secrets of a Military Tailor - Regency Rum Bluffers

Chris examines examples of high standard tailoring by the late Leonard Stanley who was during his career the leading military tailor for the elite regiments of the British Army. Much of the detailed lacing patterns of the time were known only to him. Working from Saville Row, he made uniforms for elite regiments and personages, his old job cards revealing that his clients included even the Prince of Wales.
From part examples, work pieces and uncompleted garments, Chris is able to reveal to you and appreciate the techniques of the construction of the uniforms and the quality of the materials from which they are constructed.

[@margaretWestminster]

This is so interesting i love these uniforms. Thank you very much

[@Beckybowseale]

Thank you Chris for this beautiful tribute to my Grandpa’s work as a military tailor. Although I remember his corridor of fabrics, machines and threads, I was too young to fully appreciate the quality of what he was up to. We as a family have all learnt from your video! It couldn’t have gone to a better place. Becky

[@RegencyRumBluffers]

Thank you for your comment Becky - skilled craftsmen are so often forgotten - though I never met him, I think it fair to say that he has passed on some of his skills to me by demonstration.

[@val_nightlily]

Beautiful work.

[@RegencyRumBluffers]

Quite right. When I saw it, I knew I would have to share it. Thank you for your comment.

[@hypatia4754]

Amazing work. Thanks for showing it to us.

[@RegencyRumBluffers]

Our pleasure - look out for our other sewing videos.