WHAT IS MARLING & EVANS TWEED?
Marling & Evans was founded in the 16th century and quickly developed into one of the most important manufacturing centers in the West of England. As early as the 18th century, distinguished gentlemen wore Marling & Evans tweed. The current factory, which operates entirely vertically, was built in the 19th century, meaning all production steps take place on a single level. Located in the heart of Huddersfield, considered the center of Yorkshire's textile industry, Marling & Evans is a modern, highly innovative weaving mill that continues to produce classic tweed, but with a difference.
THE NATURAL STORY
Marling & Evans weave tweed without dyeing it. Inspired by the desire to produce tweed without any environmental impact, they developed a process for weaving colors and textures into the fabric. By blending different, differently colored wools, they create unique patterns. They utilize the black and white of the spotted coat of the Jacob sheep and the deep black of the Welsh Black. However, the Shetland sheep offers the greatest color variety: black, brown, gray melange, and beige melange—to name just a few.
The tweed wool is never chemically treated or dyed. Only natural soap is used in the finishing process. Not only is Marling & Evans tweed particularly sustainable due to its durability, but its manufacturing also meets increasingly important environmental criteria.
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