Hanging out with the fast set was not something your grandmother would have encouraged but compared to other louche groups the hedonistic youth of the twenties did seem to have a lot of fun dressing up and spinning around in some of the most beautiful cars ever made.

The motor racing circuit at Goodwood revels in the golden era of racing from before and after the second world war. The track and paddocks buzz with that intoxicating mix of joie de vivre and fuel, an exhilarating thrill where the jazz age throbs to the pulse of V8s. No matter which event you are attending there is an elegance to Goodwood that you rarely find elsewhere; you’re ‘where it’s at’ and if a biplane landed with Terry Thomas or a Mini spun up with James Hunt you would not be surprised.

Surrounded by the beautiful undulating hills of West Sussex the car racing track of Goodwood resides on Lord March’s estate on the site of the old aerodrome RAF Westhampnett. The 2.4 mile track was originally the perimeter road and was arranged as the nine turn track in 1948 by the 9th Duke of Richmond, Frederick Gordon-Lennox. Over the years it has seen incredibly exciting race action, everyone from Stirling Moss to Rowan Atkinson has sped round the track and entertained the stylish crowd with bravado and skill behind the wheel.

This year there are three main race meets. If you are lucky enough to be in the know then the Members meet on 15th – 16th April recaptures the atmosphere and camaraderie of the original BARC Meetings held from 1949 to 1966.

For others there is time to book tickets to the Festival of Speed held on 13 – 16th July or to my favourite event the Revival meet from 8 – 10th September.

Should classic cars and dressing up get you going, then the Revival meet is for you. Even walking through the car park is exciting as you pass rows of fabulously loved classics, then through tents of harmony singing dancing girls towards the famous track where competitors undaunted by the rarity of their rides stop at nothing to win. It’s de rigueur to dress appropriately for the Revival, but luckily as long as you are seen to make an effort the interpretation of period dressing from the twenties to sixties is relaxed.

Nostalgia is a mindset with rose tinted specs, everything used to be better, but it’s hard not to think this is true as you amble through crowds of elegantly dressed men and women. Sports suits of an individual cut in tweed and wool worsted look so good when accessorised correctly with neck wear, hats and spats.

Classic tailored menswear was at it’s most dynamic during the early 20th century and individualism flourished within the realm of tailoring, style was constantly changing and the choice of cloth was enormous. As long as your tailor approved you could bespeak anything you liked. To my mind this is really the attitude of the Revival meet, not so much a parody copy of the times but the mindset that you are in charge of your semblance and can feel free to court admiration through your persona.

Of course you know where to come for help, we are always happy to literally materialise your reveries. So should a day out at Goodwood Revival beckon or you just wish to create a lasting look that reflects not only yourself but our new times of sustainability and quality then we will see you soon.


We can tailor the below in 6 weeks:

Jackets £1,100, trousers £625, skirts £450 and waistcoats £500

 2 piece suits £1,485 and 3 piece suits £1,725

Coats from £1,450 dependant on length

All prices include cloth, lining, buttons and any final alterations.We hope to see you in store soon. If you want to book an appointment, best to give me a call on 07831 548 068.