Gustav recapped the Sartorial Club’s Summer Gala, held on Monday evening and as the unofficial opening party of Pitti 106 week.

The rooftop garden provided a stunning backdrop for attendees in garden party attire. As Club founders welcomed guests and kicked off a speed dating session, Gustav found himself fostering meaningful connections with solo traveler Adam, a MTM specialist from Minnesota, to Pablo, a young Mexican tailor, Michael & Giso team’s different perspectives of Belgian and Dutch customers, and lastly, Dan and Isabel, Romanians with law background who changed their path into tailoring.

For the inaugural episode of the 'Under the Tuscan Sun' series, we've enlisted the insights of three members: David, Gustav and Janne to recount their firsthand experiences and offer valuable tips on preparing for the journey.

Club co-founder Dennise fondly recalls her inaugural Pitti experience during the "pandemic summer," a moment that ignited the inspiration behind founding The Sartorial Club in 2022. Since then, the ethos of the Club, encapsulated in the spirit of "Network, Explore, Co-Create," has become the cornerstone of crafting member experiences for Pitti 106 and beyond.

Embark on a journey of resilience and reinvention with Fanny’s story: from international tax lawyer to the creator of Rue du Paradis lingerie. Witness her transformation as she defied convention, redefined beauty standards, and fostered inclusivity in the fashion world.

Driven by a passion for French lace and a commitment to authenticity, she navigated the challenges of entrepreneurship with determination and creativity. Through bespoke craftsmanship and intimate workshops, Rue du Paradis became a sanctuary of self-love, embracing diversity and individuality.

Iris’ love for classic and sartorial style began with childhood visits to European manors and period dramas like "Pride and Prejudice." Growing up in a small Finnish town, she noticed that society had strict gender norms. Despite feeling gender didn't limit her, adulthood revealed disparities like pay gaps and biased expectations. To challenge this, she co-founded The Pavonini, and leverage the brand's inclusive imagery promotes gender equality in fashion. Through the upcoming mtm suit collection for women, launched together with the brand Herrainpukimo, Iris seeks to break down the gender stereotypes and make classic style accessible to everyone.

The inspiration behind Micky came from noticing the superior quality, fit, and style of men's shirts compared to women's. After 20+ years in Pret-a-Porter, she connected with renowned Parisian bespoke shirt maker Daniel Lévy to create something unique: a design for women who seek a balance of luxury and comfort. By redefining the meaning of shirts, Micky offers timeless elegance with a modern touch, adopting a lifestyle that values quality, sustainability, and subtle sophistication.

Painter & designer Kate Tortland of @katetortlandstudios didn’t care about clothing. But through the shared passion for poetry, art, patterns, and architecture, she and her Italian husband Daniele decided to create something unique that blurs the line between artwork and clothing.

Co-founder Ksenia Konovalova of @kseikon talked about the inspiration of founding the club with inclusivity as one of the key ethos and how sartorial women are carving a new path on their journey.

Kevin Ting of @cisse_ting explains the rise and fall of the “Havana of East Asia” and how the island overcomes the barley barrier to produce World-class Kavalan whiskey.

Chienqian Yang of @chienqian_life takes us on a tour of how a shoemaking kingdom turned to a fading legacy. Some argue the impact of joining WTO (World Trade Organization) is still felt today.

Kevin Ting of @cisse_ting analyzes the market trend before and after the existence of Suit Walk.

Stacy Chen of @stacysuitlady breaks down the dress code of Taiwan: a vibrant fusion of Chinese, Japanese, and Western.

Kevin Ting of @cisse_ting takes us down to the memory lane back to 2013, when the original idea of Suit Walk was formed by Brian Shi.

Stacy Chen of stacysuitlady opens the “From Suit Walk to Taiwan" series by discovering the roots of the biggest menswear festival in Taipei every March. Like the story of Taiwan island itself, every turning corner has something exciting, awaiting to be discovered.

Simon Brockbank of @smalltowndapper visited bespoke shoemaker Vivian Saskia Wittmer. At her unusual atelier in the city center of Florence, Vivian and her team gave a master class of bespoke shoemaking.

Simon Brockbank of @smalltowndapper explored outside of the realm of menswear. Back in Florence, he visited a mysterious jewelry master with the Club.

Simon Brockbank of @smalltowndapper traveled with the Club to Bologna visiting Drapers, the famous fabric merchant founded in 1956.

Simon Brockbank of @smalltowndapper joined us for a TSC tradition: private member dinner at the elegant Relais Santa Croce

Simon Brockbank of @smalltowndapper and his most memorable moments at TSC Masquerade Ball

Simon Brockbank of @smalltowndapper shares his tips on how to prepare for the biggest menswear fair in Florence