Best of British

Some of the brands we've stocked the longest are British. And it's not just a shared geography. We find that we have a similar approach to labels such as Folk and You Must Create when it comes to how clothes should be made. These brands are always focusing on the quality of the materials, considering the cut, and prioritising longevity that outlasts a season. These are brands that put craft ahead of trend, and trust their audience to care about the same things.

Folk have been a fixture here at the shop for years, and watching them evolve has been a proper pleasure. They're obsessed with the small details, the things you only really notice once you've lived in a garment for a while. This season the Assembly Pants arrive in soft, textured moleskin and brushed cotton twill, cutting the same line they always do: roomy through the thigh, sharp at the hem. Their Texture Tees carry real weight in both long and short sleeve, and the Anniversary Sweat pairs heavy cotton jersey with subtle sportswear influences. The shirting, as ever, sits in that perfect place between casual and smart, with curved pockets and materials built for the months ahead.

We were among the first shops to place an order with Universal Works on their inaugural collection, and that relationship has only deepened. This season they're leaning into the classics: Pleated Track Pants in brushed moleskin with that relaxed cut they do so well, the Two Button Jacket in light tweed. But the Wool Fleece range is where the action’s at. Whether it's the Zip Waistcoat or the iconic Cardigan, the fabric is warm, soft, and insulating without any of the bloat, and it's versatile enough to layer through the season or wear as a standalone piece.

On the shoe front, we're excited about a new label to the shop: Sanders. Founded in 1873 in Northamptonshire and still made in England, Sanders could rest on tradition but instead they take a contemporary approach to construction and silhouette. The Riley is a standout, a Derby boot with Goodyear welt, crepe sole, and supple suede upper. But the range also features Chukkas and more formal styles. 

Stepney Workers Club come from a different angle entirely: an independent London brand built around the idea that sport and footwear should be expressive, social, and open rather than gatekept or over-hyped. Their Lister slip-on is a classic, but the Dellow 02, a pared-back version that strips away the overt branding, is a great new style. The Surma is also new for us, a gum-soled suede trainer with a low profile and a minimal aesthetic.

Knitwear-wise, Pittari celebrate traditional British craftsmanship using British wool and Donegal yarns, but always with a contemporary sensibility. Their pieces are understated and textured, built for people who value fit and longevity. 

And if you’re after workwear, both Service Works and Pexwear deliver the goods. A resurrected Liverpool heritage brand with a focus on hardwearing jackets and trousers, Pexwear’s Tradesman and Mechanic Jackets that are built to actually work in. Service Works make the iconic Chef Pant: twill fabric, elasticated waist, fatigue pockets, cut in regular-to-relaxed profiles. Both take workwear seriously because they come from it.

This is what we believe in: British brands that put craft and longevity ahead of trend, and that trust their audience to care about the same things.