Making Way For What's Next

We've been having a good sort through the shelves here at Stanley Biggs.

With plans underway for a new generation of jackets, the arrival of more knits plus other projects, it's time to make some room.

That means a few familiar favourites have found their way into The Biggs Archive, alongside some further reductions on pieces already there.

And there are a few particularly good finds.

THE LAST OF THE JACKETS

Now £200

The Barnato Jacket

200

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The Segrave Jacket

200

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We're preparing for the next chapter of Stanley Biggs outerwear, which means saying goodbye to the remaining jackets from our previous collections.

The last available sizes have now been reduced to £200.

These are the final pieces from their respective production runs, and once they're gone, they're gone.

If you've had your eye on one, now would be a rather good time to take another look.

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NEW TO THE ARCHIVE

PRINTED T-SHIRTS

We've also added a selection of our printed T-shirts to the Archive, with prices reduced to clear.

Featuring artwork inspired by motoring, history and the Stanley Biggs story, they're rather good additions to a wardrobe, and equally good candidates for Christmas presents.

Our Pegasus and Biggs Racing T-shirts remain part of the regular collection, but the other printed designs have now joined the Archive.

The Yarmouth Hooded Smock (Navy)

320

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The Brontë Jumper

135

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The Sydney Cap

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The Loxley Rollneck

135

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The Byron Jumper

135

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The Blake Jumper

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A LITTLE LOOK AHEAD

We just wanted to let you know that our jackets will be returning.

We have a new pattern (with revised waistband sizing) we are preparing.

As a member of The Biggs Club, you will have the opportunity to place pre-orders well ahead of their public launch.

Watch out for the announcement... coming soon!

THINKING AHEAD TO CHRISTMAS...

We all know that deliveries can take a little longer as Christmas approaches, especially when shipping overseas.

We would encourage you to order sooner rather than later to avoid the inevitable delays that occur as we head into the Winter season.

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The Jumper That Stole The Show

Some garments become memorable for reasons that have very little to do with fashion.

In 1957, Elvis Presley appeared in Jailhouse Rock, a film that would help cement his reputation as one of the defining figures of the decade.

There was the music, of course. The dancing. The unmistakable attitude (and wiggle).

But there was also the wardrobe.

Among the clothing worn by Elvis was a distinctive collared jumper, a style that perfectly captured the changing face of men's leisurewear during the 1950s.

And it provided the inspiration for one of our own designs.

MEET THE EVERETT

Our Everett jumper takes its inspiration from that wonderfully distinctive period of menswear.

The 1950s saw a shift towards clothing that was more relaxed, but no less considered. Knitwear was increasingly worn as a statement in its own right, rather than simply as another layer beneath a jacket.

Collared jumpers offered something particularly appealing. They had the ease and comfort of knitwear, with just enough structure to feel a little smarter.

That's what we wanted to capture with the Everett.

A jumper with character, a distinctive silhouette and a design that feels just as relevant today as it did nearly seventy years ago.

Made in England, it's our interpretation of a genuine mid-century classic.

DISCOVER THE EVERETT

The Everett Jumper

155

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MORE THAN A PIECE OF FILM HISTORY

Of course, you don't need to be an Elvis enthusiast to appreciate a good jumper.

What makes the Everett particularly versatile is that balance between casual and smart.

Its collar gives it a little more presence than a conventional crew neck, while the knitted construction keeps it comfortable and easy to wear.

It works particularly well with traditional high-waisted trousers, but it's equally at home as part of a more relaxed everyday wardrobe.

And that's precisely the point.

We've never been interested in making clothing that belongs exclusively in the past. The inspiration may be historical, but the intention is always to create something that can be worn and enjoyed today.

How We'd Wear It

WITH THE MELBOURNE TROUSERS

For a smarter combination, pair the Everett with our Melbourne wool trousers.

The Melbourne's traditional tailoring complements the jumper's mid-century character without making the outfit feel overly formal.

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WITH THE CRESWELL

For something a little bolder, the fawn wool Creswell trousers provide a lovely contrast in colour and texture.

A combination that draws on classic British menswear, but doesn't need a special occasion.

Discover The Creswell

A CLASSIC WORTH REDISCOVERING

Nearly seventy years after Jailhouse Rock, the appeal of a well-designed collared jumper hasn't diminished.

The Everett is our way of celebrating that particular chapter of menswear history, while making something for the wardrobes of today.

Designed with history in mind. Made in England. Ready to be worn.

The Everett Jumper

155

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Why We Keep Choosing Wool

October is Wool Month.

For us, wool has been part of the story almost from the beginning. From our first knitted designs in 2019 to the clothing we took across the Western Sahara earlier this year, it is a material we keep coming back to.

Not simply because it keeps us warm, but because of its character, versatility and the remarkable things it can do.

So, for Wool Month, we thought we'd share a little of that story, along with a few suggestions for building a wardrobe around it.

It Started With A Yarn

Back in 2019, we found the wool we wanted for our first knitted design.

That jumper became The Birkin.

Inspired by the substantial collared knitwear of Britain's sporting and leisurewear past, it was the beginning of what would become a much larger collection.

Seven years and countless production batches later, The Birkin remains one of our most recognisable designs.

And the latest batch has just arrived.

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WHY WOOL?

There are plenty of reasons we favour wool.

It's naturally breathable, helps regulate temperature and can absorb moisture vapour without immediately feeling damp. Its natural elasticity helps garments retain their shape, while the fibres themselves are remarkably resilient.

Wool also requires less frequent washing than many other materials. Often, a little fresh air and the occasional brush are all that's needed between wears.

But there's something else.

The texture. The weight. The way a favourite jumper becomes more familiar over time.

A good wool garment isn't something you wear for a single season. It's something you come back to, year after year.

THE WOOL WARDROBE

FOUR WAYS TO WEAR IT

One of the things we enjoy most about wool is how easily different pieces work together.

A substantial jumper with a pair of traditional wool trousers. A rollneck beneath a jacket. A collared knit worn casually or dressed up.

With that in mind, we've put together four combinations from the Stanley Biggs collection.

THE MODERN EXPLORER

The Cranwell + The Melbourne Trousers

A combination that brings together the practical and the refined.

Inspired by the aviation heritage of RAF Cranwell, our pure wool rollneck pairs beautifully with the Melbourne's traditional tailoring.

Smart enough for the occasion, comfortable enough for the journey. A classic combination that never feels overdressed.

The Cranwell Rollneck

155

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The Melbourne Trousers

350

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THE EVERYDAY CLASSIC

The Birkin + The Bamburgh Trousers

The Birkin's substantial collared knitwear pairs beautifully with the dark navy texture of our Bamburgh wool trousers.

An understated combination with plenty of character, equally at home dressed up or worn casually.

The Birkin Jumper

155

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The Bamburgh Trousers

350

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THE ADVENTURER

The Eliot + The Creswell Trousers

A traditional wool 'gansey' meets our distinctive fawn wool trousers.

The Eliot is the quintessential 'fishermans' jumper, while the Creswell brings warmth and texture to the outfit.

A combination works if you are exploring the wild coastline or a cities culture.

The Eliot Jumper

155

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The Creswell Trousers

350

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THE MOVIESTAR

The Everett + The Melbourne Trousers

A little mid-century sporting style.

The Everett draws inspiration from the distinctive collared jumper worn by Elvis Presley in Jailhouse Rock. Paired with our Melbourne wool trousers, it makes for a particularly sharp combination.

A reminder that traditional clothing needn't look old-fashioned.

The Everett Jumper

155

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The Melbourne Trousers

350

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THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PIECES

Of course, good wool is only part of the story.

There are skilled hands behind every garment, from the selection of the yarn to the knitting, cutting and finishing.

Our knitwear is made here in England in relatively small production runs, using the knowledge and experience of makers who understand their craft.

It's an approach we've believed in from the beginning.

We'd rather make something properly, in considered quantities, than chase the next passing trend.

STILL FINDING NEW REASONS TO WEAR IT

From the very first launch in 2019 to the collection we produce today, wool has remained at the heart of Stanley Biggs.

Our appreciation for the material, the craftsmanship and the history behind each garment remains as strong as ever.

And we're certainly not finished with it yet.

Explore The Wool Collection

The Melbourne Trousers

350

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The Everett Jumper

155

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The Byron Jumper

155

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The Brontë Jumper

155

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The Quill Rollneck

155

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The Birkin Jumper

155

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A Good Time For Wool

October is Wool Month, although for us, there's rarely a month when wool isn't part of the conversation.

From our very first jumper launch way back in 2019 to the jumpers that travelled with us across the Sahara, we've always had a particular fondness for a proper wool garment.

With new arrivals now joining the collection, here are three pieces worth getting to know.

THE BIRKIN

The jumper that started it all. Our original collared cable knit, now back in stock.

Shop The Birkin

THE CRANWELL

Our latest rollneck, inspired by RAF Cranwell and the story behind The Drive.

Shop The Cranwell

THE STANLEY

A traditional wool V-neck. Simple, dependable and remarkably easy to wear.

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MORE THAN JUST JUMPERS

Our wool collection extends beyond knitwear, with traditional wool trousers and pieces designed to work together.

The Melbourne Trousers

350

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The Holly Jumper

155

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The Avebury Cap

130

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The Dunwich Cap

130

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The Creswell Trousers

350

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The Fury Jumper

155

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Explore The Wool Collection

Have you read our latest article on The Biggs Journal?

Why Wool Still Travels Best

Sunday, October 11

JUST LANDED

Three new arrivals have landed at Stanley Biggs, including two of our latest pieces of English-made knitwear and the long-awaited return of our belts.

If you've been waiting, they're now ready.

THE BIRKIN

The first batch has now landed.

Our collared cable knit, made in England from pure wool and inspired by the sportswear of the mid-century wardrobe.

The Birkin Jumper

155

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THE CRANWELL

Our newest rollneck has arrived.

Pure wool, made in England, and inspired by the aviation history surrounding RAF Cranwell.

The Cranwell Rollneck

155

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AND FINALLY, THE BELTS ARE BACK

A small but important part of the wardrobe.

Our belts have now landed and are back in stock. Properly made, straightforward and designed to work particularly well with our trousers.

ARRIVING NEXT...

THE ARTHUR & HENSHAW

MADE IN ENGLAND. MADE IN SMALL BATCHES.

Our knitwear is made for us in England in deliberately controlled production runs. We don't continually replenish every design, and once a batch is allocated, it may be some time before another follows.

Pre-ordering simply gives you the opportunity to secure your size from the incoming production before it reaches the shelves.

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Saturday, October 3

DRESSED FOR THE ROAD

This weekend, we're heading to Bicester Motion for the Sunday Scramble, and naturally, we're not travelling light.

Alongside the Jeep that crossed the Sahara and Anti-Atlas earlier this year, we'll be bringing a carefully selected collection from Stanley Biggs. Pieces we'd choose ourselves for a day on the road, an adventure further afield, or simply getting out and going somewhere.

Before we start packing the rails, we're giving our subscribers first pick.

START WITH THE TROUSERS

A good wardrobe tends to start from the ground up.

Our wool trousers have quietly become some of the most versatile pieces we make. Proper cloth, traditional cuts and designed to work with far more than a shirt and jacket.

From the grey flannel Creswell to the darker Bolingbroke and Tattersall cords, these are trousers made to be worn, travelled in and built around.

The Tattershall Cords

295

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The Melbourne Trousers

350

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The Bamburgh Trousers

350

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BUILD THE REST

Creswell + Cromwell + Gibson

Traditional wool, a proper shirt and a rollneck when the temperature drops.

The Creswell Trousers

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The Cromwell Shirt

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The Gibson Rollneck

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Bolingbroke + Arkwright + Barnato

A slightly more relaxed combination for the road.

The Bolingbroke Cords

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The Barnato Jacket

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The Arkwright Henley Shirt in Black

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Melbourne + Birkin + Dunwich

Very Stanley Biggs. Enough said.

The Melbourne Trousers

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The Birkin Jumper

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The Dunwich Cap

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ARRIVING BEFORE WE LEAVE

The timing couldn't be much better.

The Birkin and Cranwell are now almost here and are expected to land before we set off for Bicester.

Both will be coming with us to the Scramble, so if you've been waiting for either, now is a very good time to secure yours before we start loading the rails.

The Cranwell

The Birkin

THE SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE

A 1942 Jeep. More than 1,000 miles through Morocco and the Western Sahara. The Anti-Atlas Mountains, desert tracks and rather more breakdowns than we'd care to remember.

Next stop, Bicester.

We'll see some of you there.

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Wednesday, September 30

Building A Wardrobe

A good wardrobe isn't built around dozens of pieces. It's built around the right ones.

And few things change the character of an outfit quite as much as the trousers.

From traditional British wool and everyday cords to something a little smarter, we've picked four very different pairs from the Stanley Biggs collection, and where we'd wear them.

THE CRESWELL

The distinctive one.

Cut from fawn wool, the Creswell brings a little more character without becoming difficult to wear.

Pair it with navy, cream, green or mustard knitwear, add a shirt when something smarter is called for, or simply wear it with boots and a rollneck.

It's one of those trousers that does far more than you initially expect it to.

Shop The Creswell

THE MELBOURNE

The smart choice.

For occasions when denim or cords aren't quite enough.

The Melbourne sits comfortably at the smarter end of the Stanley Biggs wardrobe, but that doesn't mean keeping it for best. Pair it with knitwear, a shirt or one of our polos and let the rest of the outfit do the talking.

Shop The Melbourne

THE BOLINGBROKE

The everyday pair.

Corduroy earns its place in an autumn wardrobe for good reason.

Hard-wearing, comfortable and wonderfully easy to combine with wool knitwear, shirts and boots, the Bolingbroke is the pair we'd reach for when there's no particular plan for the day.

Shop The Bolingbroke

THE TATTERSALL

For something different.

A little more character for those who don't want every pair of trousers in the wardrobe to play it safe.

The Tattersall works particularly well when everything else is kept simple. A plain shirt, proper wool jumper and a good pair of boots are really all it needs.

Shop The Tattershall

BUILD THE OUTFIT

We've picked a few of our favourite combinations from across the Stanley Biggs collection, whether you're dressing for the everyday, something a little smarter, or simply heading out for the weekend.

The Creswell Trousers

350

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The Gibson Rollneck

155

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The warmer tone of the Creswell works particularly well against the Gibson, giving you an easy combination with plenty of texture without feeling overly put together.

The Melbourne Trousers

350

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The Stanley Jumper

155

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A little smarter

Pair the Melbourne with The Stanley for a simple combination that can be dressed up or down. Add a shirt underneath when the occasion calls for it, or keep things more relaxed with the V-neck worn on its own.

The Arkwright Henley Shirt in Ivory

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The Bolingbroke Cords

350

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For the everyday

Corduroy and a Henley are difficult to get wrong. Comfortable, practical and ideal for those days when there's no particular plan other than getting out of the house.

The Tattershall Cords

295

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The Wallis Jumper

155

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Let the trousers do the talking

The Tattersall already brings plenty of character, so we'd keep everything else straightforward. The Wallis gives you the wool and texture without competing with the trousers.

The Collection

Thursday, September 24

SEPTEMBER DISPATCHES

There's plenty happening behind the scenes at Stanley Biggs this September, from Arnhem to preparations for our next outing.

So, a slightly different Biggs update for you. A few stories to follow, some order updates, and a look at where we're heading next.

REMEMBERING ARNHEM

17th September marked the beginning of the Battle of Arnhem, fought from 17th to 26th September 1944.

We aren't able to join the commemorations in the Netherlands in person this year, so over on Geek of History we're revisiting our Arnhem diary from last year's anniversary.

Each day of the battle, we'll be sharing another chapter from the places where the story unfolded, from the landing zones and Oosterbeek to Arnhem itself.

There is also some new Airborne-related content on the way, so if military history is your thing, make sure you're subscribed.

Watch Geek of History

THE SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE

On Sunday 4th October, we'll be heading to the Bicester Motion Sunday Scramble.

And we're bringing both of the Jeeps that crossed the Sahara and Anti-Atlas Mountains earlier this year.

Between them, they covered more than 1,000 miles through Morocco and the Western Sahara as part of The Raid. For the Scramble, they'll be joining us alongside the Stanley Biggs trade stand.

We'll also be putting together our own selection of clothing and equipment for adventurers and explorers, featuring some of the pieces we'd choose when heading out ourselves.

If you're attending the Scramble, come and find us.

Discover The Raid

From The Stockroom

A quick update for those waiting on orders.

The Stanley

The first Stanley jumpers have now been packed and sent, with the remaining pieces from the first batch available online.

The Arthur & Henshaw

Both are expected to arrive with us next week. Pre-orders remain open ahead of their arrival.

Explore What's Coming Next

AND THAT'S SEPTEMBER, SO FAR...

There is plenty more taking shape for autumn, including new stories, new adventures and a few things we're not quite ready to reveal yet.

For now, follow along with Arnhem over on Geek of History, and we'll see some of you at the Scramble in October.

Autumn Favourites

The Stanley Jumper

155

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The Everett Jumper

155

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The Cranwell Rollneck

155

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The Brough Rollneck

155

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The Arthur Rollneck

155

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The Fury Jumper

155

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Friday, September 18

Stanley Biggs Clothiers

Making Way For What's Next

THE LAST OF THE JACKETS

Now £200

The Barnato Jacket

The Segrave Jacket

NEW TO THE ARCHIVE

The Yarmouth Hooded Smock (Navy)

The Brontë Jumper

The Sydney Cap

The Loxley Rollneck

The Byron Jumper

The Blake Jumper

A LITTLE LOOK AHEAD

THINKING AHEAD TO CHRISTMAS...

The Jumper That Stole The Show

MEET THE EVERETT

The Everett Jumper

MORE THAN A PIECE OF FILM HISTORY

How We'd Wear It

The Everett Jumper

Why We Keep Choosing Wool

It Started With A Yarn

WHY WOOL?

THE WOOL WARDROBE

FOUR WAYS TO WEAR IT

THE MODERN EXPLORER

The Cranwell Rollneck

The Melbourne Trousers

THE EVERYDAY CLASSIC

The Birkin Jumper

The Bamburgh Trousers

THE ADVENTURER

The Eliot Jumper

The Creswell Trousers

THE MOVIESTAR

The Everett Jumper

The Melbourne Trousers

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE PIECES

The Melbourne Trousers

The Everett Jumper

The Byron Jumper

The Brontë Jumper

The Quill Rollneck

The Birkin Jumper

A Good Time For Wool

THE BIRKIN

THE CRANWELL

THE STANLEY

MORE THAN JUST JUMPERS

The Melbourne Trousers

The Holly Jumper

The Avebury Cap

The Dunwich Cap

The Creswell Trousers

The Fury Jumper

JUST LANDED

THE BIRKIN

The Birkin Jumper

THE CRANWELL

The Cranwell Rollneck

AND FINALLY, THE BELTS ARE BACK

The Cromford Belt

The Crich Belt

The Stanage Belt

The Bamford Belt

ARRIVING NEXT...

DRESSED FOR THE ROAD

START WITH THE TROUSERS

The Tattershall Cords

The Melbourne Trousers

The Bamburgh Trousers

BUILD THE REST

The Creswell Trousers

The Cromwell Shirt

The Gibson Rollneck

The Bolingbroke Cords

The Barnato Jacket

The Arkwright Henley Shirt in Black

The Melbourne Trousers