Why CTC Selected Reda 1865: The Story Behind the Statesman Collection Cloth

In the world of bespoke menswear, the conversation often centers upon silhouette, construction, and fit: the visible markers of sartorial excellence. Yet those who possess a refined understanding of true luxury recognize that the foundation of every exceptional garment lies in something far more elemental: the cloth itself. It is within the warp and weft of extraordinary fabric that a suit's soul resides, and it is precisely this understanding that guided Christopher Turner Couture's selection of Reda 1865 as the exclusive mill partner for our newest offering: the CTC Statesman Collection.

This partnership represents more than a mere commercial arrangement. It embodies a philosophical alignment between two houses that share an unwavering commitment to heritage, innovation, and the art of creating garments destined to transcend generations.

The Biella Heritage: Where Excellence Begins

Nestled within the alpine foothills of northern Italy lies Valdilana, a region where the art of wool production has flourished for centuries. It is here, in the storied Biella textile district, that the Reda family established their mill in 1865: the same year that witnessed the conclusion of the American Civil War and the dawn of a new era in Southern culture and refinement.

For over 158 years, Reda has maintained an unbroken tradition of excellence, transforming the world's finest Merino wool into fabrics of extraordinary character. The mill's location proves no accident of geography; the pristine waters flowing from the surrounding Alps provide the ideal conditions for wool processing, while generations of artisan knowledge have accumulated within these valleys like sediment forming precious stone.

What distinguishes Reda from countless other mills is not merely longevity: though such endurance certainly speaks to quality: but rather an institutional memory that preserves techniques refined over more than a century and a half. When a gentleman commissions a suit from the Statesman Collection, he benefits from this accumulated wisdom, woven quite literally into every fiber of his garment.

The Philosophy of Fiber: Why Wool Matters

The discerning gentleman understands that not all wool possesses equal virtue. Reda's commitment to sourcing exclusively from certified sustainable farms: primarily in Australia and New Zealand: ensures that each fiber entering their production represents the pinnacle of natural quality. These Merino sheep graze upon vast pastoral lands, producing wool of exceptional fineness, typically measuring between 11.2 and 16.5 microns in diameter.

To place this in perspective: human hair measures approximately 70 microns. The fibers comprising your Statesman Collection suit are therefore roughly five times finer than the hair upon your head: a level of refinement that translates directly into superior drape, comfort, and longevity.

This obsessive attention to raw materials mirrors the philosophy that has guided Christopher Turner Couture since our founding. We have never believed in compromise, and in Reda, we discovered kindred spirits who share this conviction absolutely.

Innovation Within Tradition

One might reasonably assume that a mill approaching its 160th anniversary would rest upon its considerable laurels, content to reproduce the successes of previous generations. Reda's leadership has chosen a different path entirely: one that honors tradition while embracing thoughtful innovation.

The Statesman Collection benefits directly from Reda's proprietary finishing techniques, which enhance the natural properties of Merino wool without introducing synthetic alterations. The result: fabrics that breathe in summer, insulate in winter, resist wrinkles during travel, and maintain their structural integrity through years of regular wear.

Consider the gentleman who travels frequently for business: perhaps dividing his time between Atlanta boardrooms and Manhattan client meetings. His Statesman suit, crafted from Reda cloth, arrives at each destination remarkably composed, requiring minimal attention before important engagements. This performance derives not from chemical treatments that compromise the wool's integrity, but from Reda's deep understanding of fiber science developed across six generations.

Sustainability as a Modern Imperative

The contemporary Southern gentleman recognizes that true sophistication encompasses responsibility: to family, to community, and increasingly, to the broader world we shall leave our children. In this regard, Reda has demonstrated remarkable leadership within the textile industry.

The mill operates as a certified B Corporation, meeting rigorous standards for social and environmental performance. Their production facilities utilize renewable energy sources, and their water management systems return cleaner water to the environment than they extract. The farms supplying their wool must adhere to strict animal welfare protocols, ensuring that the foundation of every Reda fabric meets ethical standards befitting the garments they shall become.

For Christopher Turner Couture, this commitment to sustainability aligned perfectly with our vision of legacy suiting: garments created not merely to impress in the present moment, but to serve faithfully across decades and generations. A suit cannot truly become an heirloom if its creation compromised the world it shall inhabit.

The Statesman Collection: Where Heritage Meets Purpose

The CTC Statesman Collection represents our most considered expression of what bespoke menswear can achieve. Each piece within this collection has been designed for the gentleman who understands that his wardrobe constitutes a form of autobiography: a visual narrative of values, achievements, and aspirations.

By partnering exclusively with Reda for this collection, we ensure that every Statesman garment begins with materials of unimpeachable quality. The fabrics available through this partnership include:

• Super 150s worsted wools for year-round versatility and refined appearance

• Four-season tropical weights ideal for the Southern climate

• Luxurious flannel compositions for autumn and winter elegance

• Performance-enhanced weaves for the traveling professional

Each fabric has been personally evaluated and selected by Christopher Turner himself, ensuring alignment with our exacting standards for hand, drape, and durability.

The Intangible Qualities: Story and Provenance

Beyond the measurable attributes of fiber diameter and thread count lies something equally valuable yet impossible to quantify: story. When a gentleman wears a suit crafted from Reda cloth, he carries with him the accumulated heritage of Italian textile mastery spanning more than 150 years. He wears the pristine Alpine waters, the expertise of generations, the commitment to excellence that has sustained a family enterprise across three centuries.

This provenance matters profoundly to the CTC client. Our members do not seek merely to be well-dressed: they seek garments that reflect their own values and accomplishments. They desire clothing with meaning, with history, with soul.

In selecting Reda as our partner for the Statesman Collection, we have ensured that every gentleman who joins this distinguished offering receives not simply a beautifully constructed suit, but a garment with genuine lineage. When he explains the provenance of his cloth to an admiring colleague or curious friend, he speaks not of anonymous factories, but of a specific place, a specific family, a specific tradition of excellence.

An Invitation to Experience Excellence

The introduction of the Statesman Collection marks a significant moment in the evolution of Christopher Turner Couture. By aligning ourselves with Reda 1865, we have strengthened our commitment to offering the discerning Southern gentleman access to the finest materials the world can provide, transformed through our distinctive approach to bespoke tailoring.

We invite those gentlemen who appreciate the profound difference that exceptional cloth makes: who understand that true luxury resides in details invisible to the untrained eye: to explore the possibilities inherent in this remarkable partnership.

The Statesman Collection awaits those prepared to invest not merely in clothing, but in legacy. For inquiries regarding membership and access to this exclusive offering, we welcome you to submit a private inquiry to begin the conversation.

After all, the most significant garments in a gentleman's wardrobe are never purchased impulsively. They are considered, curated, and ultimately commissioned with intention: much like the partnership between Christopher Turner Couture and Reda 1865 itself.