Womenswear
Luxury British-Made Women's Clothing and Shoe Brands
This directory lists 103 luxury brands that make women's clothing and shoes in the UK. They are most often based in London, Gloucestershire and Lancashire. Ranked by community upvotes.

Ednerat
Ednerat designs and makes women's coats, clothing and accessories. Everything we offer is made by hand in the British Isles. We champion our makers and use British textiles and materials in everything we can.
- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic
Shop to visit- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic

Myles Anthony
Myles Anthony bespoke tailoring offers bespoke, made-to-measure and ready-to-wear clothing for women. We are able to produce most garments (including bridal gowns), but specialise in classic tailored suits, coats and jackets.
- Classic
- Country
- Equestrian
- Classic
- Country
- Equestrian
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Sarvin
Sarvin is a British womenswear brand blending Persian influence with UK craftsmanship, creating ethically made, timeless luxury garments designed and produced in the UK.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Formal
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Formal

Carrier Company
Carrier Company is a family-run British brand crafting sustainable clothing and equipment since 1995. Each piece is handcrafted using locally sourced materials, inspired by North Norfolk’s traditions of gardening and foraging.
- Classic
- Country
- Ethical
Shop to visit- Classic
- Country
- Ethical

Carl Stuart Tailors
Carl Stuart Tailors specialises in bespoke and made to measure suiting, crafted in their West Yorkshire factory since 1929.
- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic
Factory shop- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic

Fortis
Fortis is a British outdoor clothing manufacturer founded in 1997, evolving from farm diversification to producing durable, sustainable garments with military-grade fabrics.
- Casual
- Classic
- Country
Factory shop- Casual
- Classic
- Country

Kinloch Anderson
Kinloch Anderson is a prestigious Scottish textile company founded in 1868 by William Anderson in Edinburgh, specialising in kilts, tartans, and Highland dress.
- Formal
- Heritage
- Highland
Shop to visit- Formal
- Heritage
- Highland

Corgi Socks
Corgi Socks is a British clothing brand founded in 1892, specialising in luxury hand-knitted socks, knitwear, and accessories made in Wales by five generations of the Jones family.
- Casual
- Classic
- Colourful
Factory shop- Casual
- Classic
- Colourful

Waring Brooke
Waring Brooke creates luxurious, British-made knitwear and accessories, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern style, using the finest sustainable materials.
- Classic
- Country
- Equestrian
- Classic
- Country
- Equestrian

Lochcarron of Scotland
Lochcarron of Scotland is the world’s leading manufacturer of tartan, producing over 500 authentic Scottish tartans since 1947.
- Highland
Factory shop- Highland

O Pioneers
O Pioneers crafts British-made Liberty print dresses, floral designs and hand knitwear in London.
- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion
- Vintage
Shop to visit- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion
- Vintage

London Tradition
London Tradition designs and manufactures premium British outerwear, specialising in duffle coats, pea coats and trench coats, all made in London.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage
Factory shop- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage

Isabel Bay
Isabel Bay is a new, luxury womenswear brand, made and embroidered in England. Inspired by antique textiles and vintage garments we make feminine, flattering dresses and blouses.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Vintage
- Classic
- Heritage
- Vintage

Dege & Skinner
Dege & Skinner, bespoke tailor and shirt-maker established in 1865 and still a family-owned business. Located at Number 10 Savile Row, as well as hosting various domestic and overseas trunk shows to cater for high demand.
- Bridal
- Classic
- Contemporary
Shop to visit- Bridal
- Classic
- Contemporary

Crease Studios
Crease Studios is a British fashion brand founded by Kate and Rosemary, known for sustainable design and timeless, handmade pieces crafted in London.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Vintage
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Vintage

Crockett and Jones
Crockett and Jones, founded in 1879 in Northampton, England, is a family-owned British shoemaker specialising in high-quality Goodyear welted footwear with a heritage of craftsmanship.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
Factory shop- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

English Utopia
English Utopia crafts bespoke luxury jackets and outerwear in their York studio/workshop. each piece is made according to customer requirements from the styles to be found on our website.
- Outdoor
- Outdoor

Weskit
Weskit is a British waistcoat and gilet maker based in Wales. We design and make bespoke and ready to wear waistcoats in a vast array of British-made textiles. Designed in Wales, our waistcoats are cut, made and finished by hand in London.

Sōma Sportswear
Sōma Sportswear is an independent British brand founded in 2004, specialising in sustainable, ethically made luxury sportswear manufactured entirely in London.
- Athletic
- Cycling
- Ethical
- Athletic
- Cycling
- Ethical

Peper Harow
Peper Harow is a quintessentially British brand founded in 2013, creating unique, fashionable socks and luxury accessories inspired by Surrey’s Peper Harow Parish.
- Athletic
- Bridal
- Casual
- Athletic
- Bridal
- Casual

LongTimeGone
Heritage Craft. British Tailoring. Western Feel. Bespoke suits for fancy cowboys of all genders. Made in Leeds by a Texan trained in Savile Row techniques and couture Western Wear.
- Bridal
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Bridal
- Classic
- Contemporary

Gushlow & Cole
Gushlow & Cole designs and sells luxury shearling and leather outerwear and accessories, including coats, jackets, gilets, scarves, and gifts, all handmade in England.
- Contemporary
- Contemporary

John Smedley
John Smedley is the world's oldest manufacturing factory, established in 1784. They produce high-quality knitwear with a "Made in England" tag on every garment.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless
Factory shop- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless

Beorma Leather Company
Beorma Leather Company crafts handmade luxury leather goods in England, blending tradition with sustainable craftsmanship since 2022.
- Classic
- Country
- Heritage
- Classic
- Country
- Heritage

Moloh
Moloh is a luxury British fashion brand known for its distinctly British style and playful self-expression.
- Classic
- Country
- Vintage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Country
- Vintage

Petar
SupporterPetar is a London-based bespoke fashion studio designing and making made-to-order garments in London, with a focus on tailoring, craftsmanship, and considered construction.
- Bridal
- Classic
- Slow Fashion
Factory shop- Bridal
- Classic
- Slow Fashion

Sam Brown London
Sam Brown London crafts premium leather belts, bags and accessories using British hides and traditional veg-tanning methods.
- Casual
- Classic
- Contemporary
Factory shop- Casual
- Classic
- Contemporary

Mayfair & Legacy Bespoke
Handcrafted bespoke and made-to-measure shirtmakers, established in 2016. Appointment-only salon at 11–12 Old Bond Street, Mayfair, London.
- Casual
- Classic
- Contemporary
Shop to visit- Casual
- Classic
- Contemporary

Noble and Wylie
Noble and Wylie produce handmade, sustainable footwear in Sheffield, crafted for ethical consumers seeking long-lasting, repairable shoes and accessories.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
Factory shop- Contemporary
- Ethical

Withnell
Withnell is a British slow fashion brand founded by Paula Roworth in Lancashire, creating simple, handmade garments with a focus on ethical, UK-sourced production.
- Contemporary
- Contemporary
- RED Shoes
RED Shoes
RED Shoes makes award-winning, handcrafted, foot shaped shoes that are repairable and designed to last, based in Machynlleth, Wales.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
Factory shop- Contemporary
- Ethical

Deni-Deni
Deni-Deni is considered one of the finest sampling and manufacturing houses in the country, serving the fashion and interiors market. Preserving the legacy of British craftsmanship, its founder, Denise Pearson, offers bespoke training.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

British Sheepskin
British Sheepskin crafts luxury sheepskin coats, jackets, hats, gloves, and accessories using traditional techniques in Somerset, England.
- Classic
- Country
- Vintage
Factory shop- Classic
- Country
- Vintage

BEEN
BEEN London is a British circular design studio creating timeless accessories entirely from discarded materials. They combine innovation with local skills and heritage in East London.
- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic
- Bridal
- Casual
- Classic

Oubas
Oubas is a British knitwear brand founded in 2012 by Kate Stalker, creating timeless pieces using ethically sourced materials and supporting UK artisans. They produce knitwear in Cumbria and work with traditional mills in England.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Timeless
Factory shop- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Timeless
- Elizabeth Martin
Elizabeth Martin
Elizabeth Martin offers luxury tweed coats and jackets designed and made in Scotland.
- Heritage
- Timeless
- Heritage
- Timeless

Moda de la Maria
Moda de la Maria is a British independent fashion brand founded in 2019, creating timeless womenswear with a focus on sustainability and craftsmanship.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Formal
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Formal

Johnstons Of Elgin
Johnstons of Elgin is a British family-owned luxury brand, Made in Scotland since 1797, renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and timeless design.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless
Factory shop- Classic
- Heritage
- Timeless

Berk
Berk Cashmere, established in 1961, is a British family business known worldwide for understated style and finest cashmere knitwear, hand-made in Scotland by skilled artisans.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Classic
- Heritage
- Michael Ross
Michael Ross
Michael Ross is a British hand-framed knitwear brand established in 1979, crafting unique Fair Isle designs with original patterns and colourways.
- Classic
- Fairisle
- Heritage
- Classic
- Fairisle
- Heritage

Owen Barry
Owen Barry is a British brand handcrafting sheepskin and leather products in Somerset since 1948, continuing a family tradition across four generations.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Outdoor
- Classic
- Heritage
- Outdoor

Blackhorse Lane Ateliers
Blackhorse Lane Ateliers, founded in 2016, is London’s only authentic denim factory producing high-quality selvedge and organic raw denim jeans with a focus on sustainability and free lifetime repairs.
- Casual
- Classic
- Heritage
Factory shop- Casual
- Classic
- Heritage

Gina
Gina is a British luxury footwear brand founded in London in 1954, known for handmade shoes, sandals, boots and handbags.
- Bridal
- Contemporary
- Formal
Shop to visit- Bridal
- Contemporary
- Formal

Harriet Eccleston
Harriet Eccleston is a British clothing brand rooted in a family legacy of tailors, drapers, and milliners, creating responsibly crafted womenswear with timeless design and craftsmanship.
- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion
Shop to visit- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion

&Daughter
&Daughter is a British independent clothing brand rooted in family heritage and craftsmanship. Their knitwear celebrates legacy, quality, and sustainability, with pieces made to last using traditional methods and natural yarns.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage

Maude & Fox
Maude & Fox is a British brand established in 2012, known for reinventing traditional British tweed with classic designs and a contemporary edge.
- Contemporary
- Country
- Outdoor
- Contemporary
- Country
- Outdoor

Paul Brown
Paul Brown manufacture luxury ladies and mens clothing made in England.
- Classic
- Formal
- Timeless
- Classic
- Formal
- Timeless

Pajotten
Pajotten is a British clothing brand founded in 2016, designing and making garments to order in the UK. Discover their contemporary, utility-focused collection.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Workwear
Shop to visit- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Workwear

Edward Green
Edward Green, founded in 1890 in Northampton, England, is renowned for handcrafted English Goodyear welted shoes made with exceptional craftsmanship and traditional techniques.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

Bowhill & Elliott
Bowhill & Elliott is a British shoemaking company founded in 1874, known for its heritage craftsmanship and traditional albert slippers made in Norwich.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

Holland Cooper
Holland Cooper is a luxury British fashion brand known for timeless style, expert craftsmanship, and contemporary design.
- Casual
- Contemporary
- Country
Shop to visit- Casual
- Contemporary
- Country

TorraMór
TorraMór is an independent Scottish brand founded in 2021, specialising in high-quality, sustainable, waterproof outdoor clothing designed and made in Britain.
- Hiking
- Outdoor
Shop to visit- Hiking
- Outdoor

Tusting
Tusting is a British family-owned leather goods brand founded in 1875, crafting luxury bags in England with five generations of expertise and traditional methods.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage
Factory shop- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage

Ettinger
Ettinger is a British luxury leather goods brand founded in 1934, family-owned and manufacturing handcrafted products in the UK with a Royal Warrant from HRH the Prince of Wales.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
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faithrowanleeves
faithrowanleeves is a slow-fashion womenswear brand creating handmade, made to order garments in Brighton.
- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion
- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion

Julian Road
Julian Road is an independent British clothing brand founded in 2011, crafting contemporary women's clothing with a focus on quality and timeless style.
- Contemporary
- Country
- Equestrian
- Contemporary
- Country
- Equestrian

Swaine
Swaine is a British heritage brand established in 1750, renowned for handcrafted luxury leather goods and accessories, serving royalty and discerning clients for centuries.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

Kipper
Kipper is a women's tailoring brand founded in 2023 by stylist Sarah Corbett-Winder, aimed at empowering women through playful and colorful suits that blend classic tailoring with a whimsical aesthetic.
- Contemporary
- Formal
- Contemporary
- Formal

Begg × Co
Begg × Co crafts luxury cashmere scarves, knitwear and homeware using traditional Scottish craftsmanship and responsible production methods.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage
Factory shop- Classic
- Contemporary
- Heritage

Maquien
Maquien is a British tailoring brand that takes pride in textile tradition and craftsmanship. Born from the riverbanks of Scotland, our fine cloths are sourced solely in Britain, and garments designed and handmade in England.
- Country
- Equestrian
- Formal
- Country
- Equestrian
- Formal

HERD
HERD, founded in 2020, crafts sustainable womens knitwear.
- Classic
- Ethical
- Slow Fashion
Shop to visit- Classic
- Ethical
- Slow Fashion
- Colenimo
Colenimo
Colenimo is a small independent design studio and clothing shop in East London, creating timeless women's wear from high-quality natural materials.
- Classic
- Timeless
- Vintage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Timeless
- Vintage

Arthur Sleep
Arthur Sleep crafts bespoke luxury footwear, blending British shoemaking heritage with modern innovation and sustainable practices.
- Classic
- Formal
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal

Homebody
Homebody offers luxury pyjamas and loungewear hand-crafted in England for men, women and children.
- Athletic
- Casual
- Contemporary
- Athletic
- Casual
- Contemporary

Grenfell
Grenfell is a British clothing brand founded in 1923, known for its signature Grenfell Cloth—a durable, windproof, and waterproof cotton fabric developed for extreme conditions and worn by explorers and pioneers.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Outdoor
- Classic
- Heritage
- Outdoor

Budd Shirts
Budd Shirts, founded in 1910, is a cornerstone of British menswear, renowned for bespoke and ready-to-wear shirts, ties, and accessories.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

Lanx
Lanx crafts high-quality footwear blending British heritage with contemporary style. Founded in 2018, Lanx creates handmade shoes, boots, brogues and sneakers for men and women, using traditional techniques and premium materials.
- Casual
- Classic
- Country
Factory shop- Casual
- Classic
- Country
- Genevieve Sweeney
Genevieve Sweeney
Genevieve Sweeney crafts luxury British made knitwear for women, and men.
- Timeless
Shop to visit- Timeless

Frimble
Frimble is a British brand specialising in luxury ladies’ tweed, blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design.
- Country
- Equestrian
Shop to visit- Country
- Equestrian
- Justine Tabak
Justine Tabak
Justine Tabak is a British clothing brand making small-batch, locally crafted womenswear in England using traditional skills and natural fabrics.
- Contemporary
- Country
- Slow Fashion
- Contemporary
- Country
- Slow Fashion
- Nadinoo
Nadinoo
Nadinoo is a UK-based slow fashion brand specialising in handmade clothing crafted in their Rutland studio. Each garment is hand-cut and sewn using natural materials, with a design philosophy centred on free movement and sustainable.
- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion
Shop to visit- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion

Hegarty
Hegarty is a London-based fashion brand specialising in sustainable, iconic outerwear for women, men, and unisex, made with English fabrics and crafted locally.
- Classic
- Heritage
- Classic
- Heritage

Buffalo systems
Buffalo Systems makes rugged, windproof, breathable clothing using the pioneering Double P System of Pertex and pile. Handmade in Sheffield since 1979.
- Hiking
- Outdoor
Factory shop- Hiking
- Outdoor

Church’s
Church’s is a British footwear brand founded in 1873 by Thomas Church, known for its traditional shoemaking, expert craftsmanship, and timeless designs made in Northampton.
- Classic
- Formal
Factory shop- Classic
- Formal
- Stalf
Stalf
Stalf offers handmade clothing including Cocoon Trouser, Cocoon Jumpsuit and Flutter Blouse. Uplifting easy-wear classics, made to order in-house at The Pink Studio in Lincolnshire UK.
- Casual
- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion
- Casual
- Contemporary
- Slow Fashion

Monkstone Knitwear
Create limited products from their flock, small batch knitwear & homeware.
- Country
- Ethical
- Heritage
Factory shop- Country
- Ethical
- Heritage

Thorndale
Thorndale is a British brand with over 60 years of heritage, rooted in UK manufacturing and family ethos. Their quality-conscious approach delivers enduring craftsmanship.
- Country
- Heritage
- Outdoor
- Country
- Heritage
- Outdoor

Sims Wear
Sims Wear crafts timeless British menswear using top-quality natural fibres, made to last. Discover elevated wardrobe essentials, knitted-to-order in the UK.
- Classic
- Ethical
- Timeless
- Classic
- Ethical
- Timeless

Katie Cotmarsh
Katie Cotmarsh creates heritage knitwear using 100% traceable, organic, and regenerative wool from Great Cotmarsh Farm, crafted within 130 miles in England.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Contemporary
- Ethical

Marwood
Marwood is a British fashion brand founded in London in 2010, known for unique designs and high-quality garments crafted locally with expert British craftsmanship.
- Contemporary
- Formal
- Contemporary
- Formal
- Lockwood Smocks
Lockwood Smocks
Lockwood Smocks crafts premium British smocks and outerwear built for life, not just a season.
- Outdoor
- Outdoor

Billy Tannery
Billy Tannery, founded in 2016, is the first British goat leather company with a microtannery in the Midlands that transforms wasted UK goatskins into vegetable-tanned leather goods handmade in the UK.
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Contemporary
- Ethical

Gordon Nicolson
Gordon Nicolson Kiltmakers create authentic handmade kilts rooted in Scottish craftsmanship, supported by their Edinburgh Kiltmakers Academy since 2009.
- Formal
- Heritage
- Highland
Shop to visit- Formal
- Heritage
- Highland

Anise Cashmere
Anise Cashmere offers 100% pure 3-ply cashmere wraps crafted in Scotland’s Hawick mill, blending heritage knitwear expertise with timeless quality.
- Classic
- Timeless
- Classic
- Timeless

Hiut Denim Co.
Hiut Denim Co. makes jeans in Cardigan, Wales, reviving a town’s denim heritage. They focus on quality, craftsmanship, and doing one thing well.
- Casual
- Classic
- Heritage
Factory shop- Casual
- Classic
- Heritage

McRostie of Glasgow
McRostie of Glasgow crafts handmade leather goods in Scotland, maintaining exacting standards since 1887. Each piece is made using traditional craftsmanship and the finest British materials.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

Failsworth Hats
Failsworth Hats is a historic British brand founded in 1903, known for exceptional quality, fine attention to detail and supreme craftsmanship in hat making.
- Classic
- Country
- Heritage
- Classic
- Country
- Heritage

Furious Goose
Furious Goose is a UK-based brand by printmaker Patrick Morrison, creating wearable art and luxury accessories with bold geometric patterns and exquisite illustrations, all made in Britain.
- Contemporary
Shop to visit- Contemporary

MacAngus & Wainwright
MacAngus & Wainwright specialise in bespoke tailoring, creating individually handmade suits and garments in London. They focus on high-quality craftsmanship using traditional tailoring methods and the finest clothes from around the world.
- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal
- Heritage

Cherchbi
Cherchbi is a British clothing brand founded in 2007 by Adam Atkinson, specialising in bags crafted from discarded Herdwick wool and premium materials.
- Country
- Ethical
- Heritage
Factory shop- Country
- Ethical
- Heritage

Chapman
Chapman is a British brand founded in 1984, handcrafting durable bags and accessories in Cumbria. Known for timeless designs and quality craftsmanship, Chapman products are built to weather all adventures.
- Classic
- Country
- Heritage
Factory shop- Classic
- Country
- Heritage
- Pin Piuma
Pin Piuma
Pin Piuma, founded in 2020 produce men’s and women’s reversible gilets.
- Country
- Country
- Scott Fraser Collection
Scott Fraser Collection
Scott Fraser Collection is a menswear clothing brand founded in London under Retrospective Modernism.
- Leah May Tailors
Leah May Tailors
Leah May Tailors founded in 2023 is your one-stop for Bespoke and Military tailoring.
- Formal
- Formal
- Clare Haggas
Clare Haggas
Clare Haggas offers luxury silk scarves and accessories made in England.
- Contemporary
- Country
- Formal
- Contemporary
- Country
- Formal

Oldfield Outfitters
Oldfield Outfitters, founded in 2009, crafts British-made vintage-inspired menswear and womenswear using authentic 1920s–40s patterns with a focus on quality and timeless style.
- Classic
- Vintage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Vintage

Barrington Ayre
Barrington Ayre is a British bespoke shirtmaker and tailor founded in 2010 in Cirencester, offering personalised tailoring in a relaxed showroom with a full UK travelling service.
- Formal
Shop to visit- Formal

Navy Grey
Navygrey is a British knitwear brand focused on timeless, sustainable designs. Known for its high-quality natural wool, the brand emphasizes craftsmanship, eco-conscious production, and classic elegance.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Ethical
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Ethical

Mackintosh
Mackintosh is a British brand founded in 1824, renowned for handmade raincoats and outerwear crafted with expertise in rubberised fabric.
- Contemporary
Shop to visit- Contemporary

Cornelia James
Cornelia James is a British clothing brand founded in 1946, renowned for timeless gloves and a Royal Warrant since 1979.
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Formal
- Classic
- Contemporary
- Formal

Charl Knitwear
Charl Knitwear is a British knitwear brand designed in England and crafted in England and Italy, specialising in sustainable jumpers and cardigans inspired by Norfolk Gansey heritage patterns.
- Classic
- Ethical
- Slow Fashion
- Classic
- Ethical
- Slow Fashion

Lock & Co. Hatters
Lock & Co. Hatters is the world's oldest hat shop, established in 1676. Renowned for timeless style and exceptional craftsmanship, trusted by iconic figures throughout history.
- Classic
- Formal
- Vintage
Shop to visit- Classic
- Formal
- Vintage

Christys’ Hats
Christys’ Hats has been manufacturing fine hats in England since 1773, blending centuries of craftsmanship with royal heritage and traditional British millinery.
- Classic
- Formal
- Vintage
- Classic
- Formal
- Vintage
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