The Story of Walker Slater Menswear
Spanning numbers 16 to 20 on the sweeping, vibrant curve of Victoria Street, Walker Slater Menswear has redefined modern appreciation for traditional Scottish tweed. Founded in the late 1980s by Kevin Slater, the brand set out to liberate tweed from its archaic country-estate confines, transforming it into contemporary, wearable city tailoring celebrated across the globe.
The multi-room store feels akin to an intimate gentleman’s club from a bygone era, featuring polished timber floors, antique leather armchairs, vintage luggage cases, and rolls of uncut cloth resting against exposed stone walls. Here, customers discover an unrivaled selection of two-piece and three-piece suits, sports jackets, overcoats, and waistcoats cut from authentic Harris Tweed, Shetland wool, and bespoke Border cheviots.
The knowledgeable team guides patrons through varying cloth weights, silhouettes, and patterns—from subtle herringbone and houndstooth to bold estate checks. A dedicated made-to-measure department allows clients to select their own cloth, linings, horn buttons, and contrast collar felts, delivering a truly personalized Scottish tailoring experience.
Signature Specialties & Crafts
Key Venue Highlights
Certified authentic Harris Tweed handwoven on treadle looms in the Outer Hebrides
Impeccably cut three-piece tweed suits in signature Borderman and Edward cuts
Comprehensive collection of Scottish wool waistcoats, flat caps, and silk ties
“Victoria Street’s cobbled gradient is steep; visit the ground-floor suit room and ask for a master cloth swatch to view fabric weights.”
Tax-Free & Overseas Shopping Advice
Store direct export scheme available for international delivery with 20% VAT deduction.
Direct overseas export zero-rates UK 20% VAT on qualifying purchases dispatched to non-UK residential addresses.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a made-to-measure tweed suit take to complete?
Made-to-measure suits typically require six to eight weeks from initial measurement and cloth selection to final fitting and collection.
Can I buy ready-to-wear jackets and have them adjusted on-site?
Yes, Walker Slater provides in-house alterations for sleeve length, trouser hems, and waist suppression, usually within a few working days.
Is Harris Tweed comfortable to wear in warmer weather?
Walker Slater stocks lighter-weight 10oz and 12oz tweeds alongside summer-weight linen-wool blends suitable for all-season urban wear.
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