Drake’s buys Rayner & Sturges
I recently had my first opportunity to chat to Michael Hill about his takeover last month, with Mark Cho, of the Rayner & Sturges shirt factory. Rayner & Sturges is the last independent factory in the UK making quality shirts. Other...
Drake’s buys Rayner & Sturges
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The reputation of Smith & Co
Following on from my note last week on the history of W Bill, here’s some information gleaned on the history of Smith Woollens. For many, including my tailor, Smith’s is a brand they swear by. Worsteds that are often a little bit pricier ...
The reputation of Smith & Co
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I have a cream lambswool twinset size 42" bearing the label in both pieces 'W BILL, Old Bond Street - pure cashmere', in perfect condition. I would be interested to know if it was produced before W Gibb was taken over an...
A new (dashing) tailor discovered
Good tailors for adjustments to suits, trousers and shirts are not always easy to find. There is a raft of pretty poor establishments dotted around London, staffed by dressmakers or general tailors with no specific experience of men’s tailoring...
A new (dashing) tailor discovered
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Oh dear, sorry to hear that Mahmood. I won't recommend them again. If you want another recommendation, I'd suggest Pinnas & Needles in Soho...
The butcher’s stripe
If you feel like adding a little strength to the stripe in your shirt this summer, the best option is a wider, butcher’s stripe. I can’t stand the multicoloured and multi-width stripes that were fashionable a few years ago – you kno...
The butcher’s stripe
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