Introducing Travelissimo by Lanificio Cerruti
The Ultimate in Travel
We are proud to introduce Travelissimo, our latest collaboration with Lanificio Cerruti. An innovative travel cloth, engineered to move as you do.
To mark the partnership, we are offering the first global glimpse of this exclusive collection, available for Bespoke commission at our Savile Row flagship. Among the highlights: a cloth created uniquely for Cad & The Dandy, woven in our signature green.
Explore the collection and campaign, shot on location at the historic Lanificio Cerruti Mill in Biella. Join our Creative Director, Oliver, as he travels to Italy to sit down with Luigi Palandri, Head of Cloth Design at Lanificio Cerruti, in conversation about the partnership, the inspiration behind the collection, and the enduring craft that has defined Biella's textile heritage for generations.
Lanificio Cerruti & Travelissimo
Founded in 1881, Lanificio Cerruti has spent over a century pushing the boundaries of fabric innovation. Together, we bring that spirit to the modern bespoke wardrobe, redefining what tailoring can do for today's global citizen.
Travelissimo is the result. A pioneering cloth collection engineered for modern life in motion, lightweight yet resilient, breathable yet structured. Made for those who move fluidly between boardroom, airport and occasion, it embodies the shared conviction of both houses: that elegance should never ask anything of you.
Designed to Travel, Engineered for Anything
Although originally engineered with the modern traveller in mind. The cloths real magic is what it does when you're not travelling at all. The very qualities that make it exceptional at 35,000 feet make it equally exceptional in the boardroom, at a wedding, or on a sun drenched terrace.
We love this cloth precisely because it refuses to be boxed in. We've cut this cloth into sleek business suits, relaxed safari jackets and even tailored shorts for clients who want the Cad look without surrendering to the summer heat. It holds its structure beautifully through a long wedding day, works effortlessly as a blazer thrown over an open collar shirt for a smart casual evening, and performs just as well on a golf course as it does in a meeting room.
Feeling Inspired?
The exclusive Cad & The Dandy colourway is now available to view at our Savile Row flagship. Book a private appointment with one of our tailors to discover Travelissimo in person, and commission a cloth that exists nowhere else in the world.
The Making of Travelissimo with Luigi Palandri
Nestled in the foothills of the Italian Alps, Biella has been the quiet engine of the world's finest textiles for centuries. It is here, at the legendary Lanificio Cerruti Mill, that our Creative Director Oliver Mumby sat down with Luigi Palandri, Head of Cloth Design, to discuss a shared vision, and the cloth that brought it to life.
Q: Clearly there’s an extraordinary heritage built into the DNA of Lanificio Cerruti, can you talk me through that journey and where the mill sits today?
A: The legacy of Nino Cerruti remains central, as does the mill’s role within the city of Biella. Since its acquisition by the Piacenza Group, we have focused on creating meaningful synergies to preserve this heritage while positioning the mill as a globally recognised reference in the world of fine fabrics.
Q: Although steeped in history, there’s a real sense of modernity running through Lanificio Cerruti, particularly in production, how have you managed to achieve such a high level of vertical integration, from sourcing through to finishing?
A: Lanificio Cerruti has always embraced a spirit of innovation and contemporaneity. Vertical integration lies at the heart of the Piacenza Group: we are a mill capable of overseeing the entire process, from fiber through to the finished fabric.
Q: I think that leads us nicely onto our collaboration with Cad & The Dandy, what was it about us that made this partnership feel like the right fit?
A: Cad & The Dandy represents a new generation of Savile Row tailoring, one that translates tradition into a contemporary language. We recognised ourselves in that balance of heritage and coolness. One might imagine that even Mr Nino would have chosen them: classic, but with a twist.
Q: From your perspective, when you collaborate with a bespoke tailoring house, what are you looking for in that relationship?
A: Travellissimo can be seen as a practical expression of our philosophy: a fabric that, according to traditional textile rules, should not exist. It embodies a kind of “perfect imperfection” that makes it truly unique. Technically, it is an over-twisted yarn taken to the extreme.
Q: We’re delighted to be launching Travelissimo together, can you explain what sets this cloth apart within your wider collection?
A: Travellissimo can be seen as a practical expression of our philosophy: a fabric that, according to traditional textile rules, should not exist. It embodies a kind of “perfect imperfection” that makes it truly unique. Technically, it is an over-twisted yarn taken to the extreme.
Q: When you first set out to develop Travellissimo, what was the brief you gave yourself internally? Why this cloth, what is so special about it?
A: Travellissimo was born out of radical experimentation. We set out to create a fabric that would encapsulate all our core values: exclusivity, genuine functionality, and sustainability within a fully traceable product.
Q: Was there a particular client or lifestyle you had in mind when designing this cloth?
A: I thought of myself: a fabric with a strong, tangible texture. I am not drawn to shine or overly formal aesthetics. I prefer substance over appearance. We are seeing this concept resonate across fashion, streetwear and womenswear alike.Its natural drape makes it inherently versatile, transcending gender.
Q: In developing a cloth like this, how do you balance performance with the elegance and drape expected of a luxury fabric?
A: It is a perfectly balanced fabric: refined in appearance, yet with a rich, tactile structure that ensures a distinctive drape. Traditional tailoring fabrics often favour weight and structure, which can limit fluidity. Travellissimo retains that substance while achieving a more fluid movement that follows the body’s natural lines. It is, in essence, a living fabric.
Q: Wearability and comfort are obviously key from our side, how early in your design process do those considerations come into play?
A: They are our starting point, although much depends on the context. Comfort and wearability are always essential considerations.
Q: And how do you ensure those functional elements don’t compromise the aesthetic qualities that define Lanificio Cerruti fabrics?
A: Our aim is always to create the best possible product. Functionality and aesthetics are developed in parallel, ensuring that neither comes at the expense of the other.
Q: In terms of technical innovation, what were the biggest challenges in bringing Travellissimo to life?
A: Pushing beyond technical boundaries, overcoming what were once considered insurmountable limits, in order to achieve something truly unique.
Q: Am I right in saying that this cloth combines natural stretch with water resistance, and if so, how have you managed to achieve that without relying heavily on synthetics?
A: Yes, through the construction technique itself and the use of sustainable finishing processes, which give the fabric its natural stretch and water-repellent properties.
Q: How do you see fabrics like this responding to the way modern clients live and travel today?
A: Men and women who choose to wear elegant, formal clothing, whether for work or leisure, can treat this fabric as casually as they would a pair of jeans. There is less and less time to change during the day, and versatility has become essential.
Q: Looking more broadly, how is client demand influencing the direction of cloth development at Lanificio Cerruti?
A: We operate across two channels: bespoke tailoring, with very specific requirements, and a broader offering where we can respond to virtually any client request, across different price points and volumes. Today, there is a growing demand for high levels of personalisation, which in turn allows us to further explore our creativity.
Q: Finally, when you look ahead, what does the future of luxury cloth design look like from your perspective?
A: The future of luxury fabrics must place the individual at its centre. The era of unrestrained luxury is over; ethics and sustainability will be fundamental, especially for future generations. People are increasingly inclined to look deeper into their purchasing choices, seeking greater awareness, quality and durability.