Since 2012, Hast has pursued the ambition of crafting exceptional everyday clothing by selecting noble fibres, premium natural or recycled materials and the finest European craftsmanship.
Yet this aspiration is not limited to everyday wear; it embraces special occasions with equal purpose. Exceptional moments call for remarkable attire: weddings, civil partnerships and other joyous celebrations can naturally find their place in our collections. Here is the proof.
Hast, part of your most treasured memories
At the very heart of our wardrobe, elegance and quality are the defining qualities of any truly distinguished occasionwear. Whether it be a wedding, civil partnership, anniversary or engagement, dressing the part is essential to honour these joyous milestones, whether you take centre stage or play a supporting role.
In this setting, wearing a suit is highly recommended, as much for a touch of distinction as out of respect for the solemnity of the occasion. However, it is worth noting that not all suits are created equal. In summer, paying attention to key details is essential to avoid overheating—particularly construction, choice of fibre and the openness of the weave.
At Hast, we have paid particular attention to every detail to design a selection of summer suits perfectly suited to the demands of the warm season. An introduction.
Introducing our summer suits
On our website and on the rails of our shops, you will find three suit styles tailored for summer. Here they are:
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Our trio of pure linen suits. Available in three colourways — white, ecru and emerald green, to name but a few — this two-piece consists of a single-breasted jacket with half-canvas construction and pleated trousers tailored from the same 295 g/m² fabric. Cut from a 100% linen fabric, they deliver all the benefits of this exceptional fibre in terms of softness, absorbency, durability and breathability. A true marvel of texture and performance, designed to keep you cool without compromising on elegance.
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Our 100% Fresco wool suit™. Holder of a Royal Warrant Appointment—a prestigious distinction granted to suppliers of goods and services to the British Royal Household—the English heritage mill Hardy Minnis is the only maker certified to weave this legendary fabric patented in 1907. Airy, crease-resistant and remarkably breathable, Fresco is made from high-twist merino wool yarns, giving it a crisp handle, exceptional suppleness and remarkable lightness. Furthermore, this weave is intentionally open and loose, pairing flexibility and airflow like no other. A 280 g/m² Fresco fabric shapes our suit, featuring a half-canvassed jacket with 8.5 cm notch lapels and matching pleated trousers. A carefully tailored uniform available in deep navy blue, allowing you to combine style and comfort by enjoying wool's unique qualities without fear of overheating.
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Our Hast x Manufacture Métis suit. Straight from the Franche-Comté workshops of Cédric Plumey, the 55% linen 45% cotton métis fabric draped across this suit is a love letter to French textile heritage. Crafted in eastern France on 1962 shuttle looms, this bi-material weave pairs the softness of cotton with the countless virtues of linen to offer you the ultimate in character and breathability. The result of a renewed collaboration between Hast and Manufacture Métis, based in eastern France, this two-piece suit epitomises craftsmanship and artisan skill. Completely unconstructed, its double-breasted jacket features 9 cm peak lapels and promises supreme lightness. For its part, the matching trousers rely on the same 260 g/m² fabric to ensure optimal airflow. Naturally, its generous cut, bold chalk stripes and double pleats combine with the jacket to celebrate a sharp, effortlessly nonchalant elegance.
Which dress shirt to pair with our occasion suits?
It goes without saying that the suits presented here call for a dress shirt, especially in a formal setting. However, not all are suited to summer temperatures. Ahead of the wedding and occasion season, we have taken the liberty of gathering our most suitable designs below:
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our formal dobby shirts. A distant cousin of seersucker, dobby is a fabric whose texture is reminiscent of a honeycomb. Created by alternating thread tension during weaving, this raised texture keeps the fabric comfortably away from the skin for optimal airflow.
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our linen and cotton dress shirts. To combine the distinct qualities of these two gifted natural fibres, nothing surpasses a delightful métis fabric. It seamlessly blends the soft, silky elegance of cotton with the crisp, lively feel of linen—a welcome advantage for navigating the warmest months of the year with effortless grace.
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our Giro Inglese dress shirt. Airy and beautifully textured, Giro Inglese brings its honeycomb weave to your summer celebrations. Distinctively refined, it encourages airflow and stands as an essential fabric for the warm season.
When it comes to colour, you can never go wrong with a light shade. Whites, off-whites and pale blues are sure to make an impression, whilst subtle patterns let you play around a little if you wish to step slightly off the beaten track.
A final word
A shirtmaker by trade, Hast has gradually broadened its wardrobe to complement its signature piece with thoughtfully designed essentials crafted with the same exacting care. The suit is naturally one of these cornerstone garments, and we have created ours to meet our standards of quality, transparency and integrity.
Crafted from noble natural fibres, tailored from meticulously selected prestigious fabrics, entrusted to the most skilled European makers, developed with uncompromised precision, our suits embody the essence of refined style elevated by craftsmanship.
Exceptional garments designed to dress up for life's special occasions, which will undoubtedly flourish as the first summer warmth arrives.
