Washington Tremlett

Washington Tremlett

In 1870, Washington Tremlett founded his famous shirt tailor shop in Paris. Sometime later, he established a branch in Savile Row (London), which became the head office. Until the 60s, Washington Tremlett was the leading “shirtmaker” in Europe and in the new world.

But especially for his invention of the tie he became famous. In 1892, Mr. Tremlett was asked by his American customer Mr. Wright to design different neck clothing than usual for his visit at the opera in Paris. Before that, only a bow tie or the plastron was accepted to be a modest option. Mr. Tremlett created a tie, which was folded seven times, in the shape we know today. The tie was born and started its triumphal march. The tradition of this house is savoured in its fragrance collection and is treasured further on.

The worldwide renown, especially in the theatre milieu, is growing more and more, and the endowment for “MY FAIR LADY” was arranged. By now, Fred Astaire, Carry Grant and since “MY FAIR LADY” Rex Harrison too are customers of Washington Tremlett.