The origins of "Made in New England"

New England is a sacred place where American tailoring culture was born and continues to influence the world. The history of the textile industry, which began with the Industrial Revolution, the unique style nurtured on the campuses of prestigious universities, and the craftsmanship passed down for nearly a century. All of these converged in New England to create the culture known as "American Traditional" and "Ivy Style."

In the 1790s, a young Englishman, Samuel Slater, brought the secrets of spinning technology, a British industrial secret, to America in his memory. He established the first textile mill in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, and would later be called the "Father of the American Industrial Revolution."

Then, in the 19th century, the New England region, especially Massachusetts, prospered as a major center of the textile industry. By 1875, Fall River had become the largest textile manufacturing center in America, with numerous factories lining the river. This industrial base became the foundation of the tailoring culture that followed.

Lawrence and Haverhill were also cities that embodied the golden age of the textile industry. Giant factory complexes like Everett Mills were symbols of New England's industrial power, and thousands of workers supported America's apparel industry.

Southwick has played an important role in this rich tradition. Since its founding in Lawrence, Massachusetts, in 1929, it has continued to produce clothing that embodies New England's craftsmanship and commitment to quality.

In the early 1900s, Nicholas and Vito Grieco, the founders of Southwick, immigrated to America from a small village in Italy. After operating a suit pressing business in Brooklyn, they successfully established a tailoring business in New York. However, with the outbreak of World War I, they were forced to close their shop. They moved to Massachusetts, honed their tailoring skills while working for another manufacturer, and researched mass production techniques. Then, in 1929, they established "Grieco Brothers," the predecessor of Southwick, in Lawrence.