Moon & Sons

A family business

 Founded in 1837 in Great Britain, Abraham Moon & Sons is today one of the last British mills to master the entire wool production chain, from raw material to fabric finishing.We chose to work with the company since 2020 for the quality of their wool, its durability, and the timelessness of their fabrics.

A simple draper's idea

As a small merchant from northern Leeds, Abraham Moon began supplying numerous weaving families in Yorkshire County in the early 19th century. Moon provided them with yarn to weave woolen cloth. Made by hand on looms, he would then collect these magnificent cloths and pay the weavers for their work. The fabrics were washed locally, then dried in the surrounding fields and sold at Leeds’ market.

As the business prospered, Moon built a three-story mill near an abundant freshwater source ideal for the washing necessary in wool manufacturing. Over the years, the mill gradually expanded to integrate all manufacturing stages, from raw wool to dyeing, carding, spinning, warping, weaving, and finally fabric finishing.

During World War I, Moon supplied the fabrics needed to make shirts, trousers, and coats for the British army. Then, throughout the 20th century, they adapted to changing fashions by offering contemporary fabrics.

Unmatched Tweed Quality

The name 'tweel' comes from Scottish, meaning "twill" in English. It is called this because the weaving is done in a twill pattern rather than a traditional pattern. Initially worn by English farmers who wove it themselves and dyed it using plants and roots, tweed gained popularity among the British aristocracy, who wore it during their countryside weekend trips or golf rounds. It wasn't until the 1950s that tweed began appearing in urban settings. Strongly established as an essential sportswear fabric of the time, it offers many advantages, particularly its water resistance and the integration of air in its yarn, which provides natural insulation to the fabric.

Tweed long had a reputation as a heavy and rough woolen cloth, associated with dark colors. Today, tweed has given way to lighter, softer wools (such as merino wool) and features a varied palette of colors and patterns.

During the 1990s, the wool industry faced increased competition from synthetic fabrics. While many manufacturers unsuccessfully tried to compete on price and eventually closed their doors, Moon focused on the quality of their cloth and oriented themselves toward the luxury market.

A successful gamble, as Moon is now one of the last weavers in the United Kingdom. The manufacturer has leveraged its extensive expertise in wool manufacturing, which only a mill mastering the entire production process can offer. They have succeeded in building lasting partnerships with major international brands such as Burberry, Paul Smith, and Ralph Lauren, who have remained loyal to them.

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