The Connolly race suit

THE CONNOLLY RACE SUIT

We are pleased to introduce Fyshe a bespoke race suit service available at Connolly. As part of this collaboration, we are thrilled to offer our valued customers the chance to

create their very own custom-designed race suit with the talented team at Fyshe.

We are holding fittings with Fyshe at Connolly on the 24th and 25th of May where you can meet their team. Ivan Calderon will be leading the day with their team to help you with any questions. Ivan recently designed a Connolly x Fyshe race suit and has loved the design and fitting process (as pictured above).

If you're interested in creating your own race suit click the link below to book your appointment.


ABOUT FYSHE

Established in November 2000, Fyshe is a privately owned business which design and create the finest quality homologated motorsport apparel and footwear. Their bespoke contemporary racewear solutions deliver high performance and put the clients’ needs, and their brands and sponsors, front and centre.

Fyshe bespoke classic racewear combines period design cues with the latest material technology. With an atelier in Italy and operations in the UK and Hong Kong Fyshe combine British ingenuity with Italian craft.

To find out more about Fyshe:

https://www.fyshe.com


BESPOKE RACE SUIT PROCESS

Fyshe take pride in crafting each race suit with utmost care and precision. Their team of specialists invests around 24-man hours creating the individual suit pattern. In some cases, up to 170 panels are used to ensure a perfect fit. To make the experience convenient for you Connolly are offering a race wear consultation in the heart of Mayfair.

During the consultation, one of the race wear specialists will work closely with you to understand your preferences. They will discuss the design brief, including your desired cut, material colours, sponsor logos, and unique detailing. This initial session lays the foundation for creating a personalised race suit that matches your vision.

Once Fyshe have a clear design direction, their designers will create digital race suit designs for your consideration. They value your design eye and input and are open to discussing any revisions to ensure the final design meets your expectations. Once you're satisfied and have approved the design, a member of their team will take your measurements.


fter design approval, a technician will begin the cutting process at their Italian atelier, using the chosen materials. For the logos, they offer a variety of options including fire-retardant transfers, screen print, or embroidery utilising a high thread counts to achieve a superior finish. They skilfully assemble and sew together the suit components.

A member of the quality control team will undertake a thorough check to ensure the design and pattern size are accurate. Following which the race suit undergoes careful pressing and is then packed, ready to be delivered to you. 

Fyshe believe in providing a comprehensive and seamless process to ensure that your race suit meets expectations and fits you perfectly.

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