To celebrate 18 years of friendship and working together, David Keyte, founder of Universal Works, joins Ian Peggs for a special edition of our weekly video series, introducing the latest Peggs & son collaboration.
One of the great things about being an independent store is the opportunity to build lasting relationships with independent brands. Our relationship with Universal Works is one we've valued for 18 years, and this latest capsule marks our fourth collaboration together.
Bringing together three familiar Universal Works shapes, the collection takes some of our favourite pieces and gives them a distinctly Peggs & son feel, with exclusive fabric and colour choices developed especially for us.
First up is the Pilot Pant, a new addition to the Universal Works collection. Drawing inspiration from military trousers, it has a relaxed volume through the leg, a subtle taper and considered detailing, including thigh pockets, rear flap pockets and adjustable waist tabs. For our version, we've worked with David to make a few small adjustments to the fit, alongside a heavyweight herringbone twill developed exclusively for Peggs & son. Available in dark navy and mid olive, it's a trouser that feels right at home in the collection.
Next is the Oxford Pant, a long-standing favourite of Ian's and a familiar shape to many of our customers. With a fuller leg, a slight taper and an elasticated waist with belt loops, it strikes the balance between comfort and a well-proportioned fit. Finished in the same exclusive heavyweight herringbone twill, it's another take on a Universal Works classic.
Completing the capsule is the Military Zip Liner, a piece that has been a favourite at Peggs & son for years. Originally inspired by the removable zip-in liner of a military M-65 jacket, David developed the design after seeing people in Japan wearing the original liners as standalone jackets. The exposed double zip, shaped patch pockets and distinctive neckline give it its character, while the heavyweight fabric brings a little more structure to the familiar silhouette.
As Ian and David discuss in the video, the details are what make these collaborations special. Having worked together for nearly two decades, there's an understanding that allows ideas to be shared, shapes to be refined and fabrics to be developed until they feel just right.
Four collaborations in, the friendship remains at the heart of it all. As David puts it, making special collections for Peggs & son is something he's proud to do.
Discover the Universal Works for Peggs & son. capsule collection, available now.
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