British Made Clothing: News, Stories & Industry Insights
This is the UK’s dedicated feed of news from clothing and footwear brands that manufacture here. We gather collection launches, factory and mill stories, and industry coverage from brand blogs, RSS feeds and a handful of trusted sources, then publish it in one place.
Simply put, there are a lot of reasons as to why you need a Batch LDN suit. An outfit that is as smart as it is casual. An outfit that is as versatile, as it is felicitous. We’ve redefined the suit; and for good reason: the amplified need for a more functional wardrobe, traditional suits dying out, and fashion’s sha
Here at Sam Brown London, we have a straightforward ethos. We create goods of outstanding quality, made with passion and attention to detail. Tradition and quality are important to us. So when we look for partners, we look for businesses that approach their work in the same way. The materials we use to make our prod
Shoes for the brave. Discover the various types of two-tone shoes and how to wear these wardrobe essentials for different occasions. Why have one tone when you can have two? It’s understandable to play it safe and opt for a neutral look with a singular shoe colour, but if you’re thinking about catching the eye, maybe it’s time you gave a pair of two-tone shoes a try. While they might be a bolder choice, flamboyance is for the brave. Read on to learn how you can style them with ease. What are tw
In such a saturated and heavily contested space within the menswear world, it’s hard to find your niche and develop a visual language to go along with it. This is something that Luke Martin has been able to carve out for himself, with a sense of style that harmoniously blends old and new, and with a photographic aesthe
The Campaign for Wool (CFW), supported by its Patron, His Royal Highness The Prince Of Wales would like to remind consumers about the benefits of buying wool over synthetic fibres in a bid to help the planet by reducing plastic waste and micro fibres.
The two titans of high-end footwear go head-to-head. Discover the difference between Goodyear welt and Blake stitch to see which shoe construction is the right choice for you. The term Goodyear welt has become synonymous with the highest quality of footwear. For centuries, Goodyear welt has provided the noblest gentlemen with superior footwear and the finest cobblers with an honest living. But a Goodyear welted shoe isn’t the only option out there. In this article, we explore the key differences
Emma Willis took part in Made in UK Day on Tuesday 9th March this week to celebrate their 10th anniversary, invited to talk about her business and creating jobs in the manufacturing business to Make it British Kate Hills. Since starting her business thirty years ago Emma has always made her products in England. All of
John Partridge & Co | Mallin & Son
With our long history of making quality jackets, collaborating with Mallin & Son to create the Landowner FTP was a natural process. We have worked closely with Ryan at Mallin & Son to design and produce a modern version of a classic style, still focusing on functionality, practicality and style.
Remaining true to our heritage has always been important to us at John Partridge and we love showcasing our craftsmanship and supporting the Made in England movement. We were delighted to meet Ryan, who shares a similar ethos and the same passion for quality Made in England.
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The Landowner Fishtail Parka (FTP) is a lightweight but hardy unlined Spring jacket made with Halley Stevensons Hybrid Aero Dry Wax. Available in Navy, this versatile hooded parka is perfect for daily life and everything in between, from city to country, town to fields.
For more information about Mallin & Son check out the link below.
https://www.johnpartridge.com/blogs/journal/mallin-son-experts-in-traditional-re-waxing-methods
Introducing the best of traditional re-waxing methods - Mallin & Son
The business was created by Ryan, when he needed to re-wax his own jacket and realised there was a gap in the market.
Mallin & Son was born with Ryan referencing his son Edward, splitting his surname to create the brand. He started off by walking around Leeds City Centre during lunch hours of his office job, handing out flyers and making friends with people wearing wax jackets and the local independent retailers. He soon started to find a small community of enthusiasts.
After setting up a Facebook page as a base, Ryan spent hours each evening driving around Yorkshire collecting and delivering wax jackets to customers with a pre-covid handshake. 'Old-fashioned' customer service has been the blueprint from day one for Mallin & Son with an ethos on meeting the customer and learning their name. The business soon outgrew the collection service and a new website was introduced, welcoming custom from across the UK.
Wax jackets date back to when the first northern seafarers repurposed their sails to fend off the elements of the harsh seas. A wax jacket is a lifetime investment and if regularly re-waxed and looked after, the garment can easily be passed from generation to generation. With similar company ethoses, and aligning approaches to customer service, as well as an unwavering support UK manufacturing, John Partridge has been happy to recommend Mallin & Son as partner in re-waxing and repair services.
As the Mallin & Son brand has grown, Ryan has been expanding into clothing development. This year we are happy to announce a collaboration on the making of the Landowner Fishtail Parka (FTP). Made from a dry waxed cotton, with a scooped hem and back vent, compete with grown on hood, this is the ideal Spring/Summer jacket from city to country, from terraces to fields.
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Watch the short video interview with the founder Ryan Mallinson.
A gent’s guide to finding the perfect men’s belt, ensuring you keep your trousers up and style down with the times.Let's get one thing clear; belts do more than keep up our breeches. Quite frankly, a belt can make or break an entire outfit.A fashionable gent will know how to turn a belt from a functional accessory into a fashion-forward statement piece.This guide is intended for those with a nous for what counts, as we take another look at the art of finding the perfect men’s belt. Men’s belts i
Think about it you regularly wash your clothes, dust your lamps, soak your pots and pans but when was the last time you properly cleaned and buffed your shoes? Seems odd that as a whole we seem to neglect our footwear and yet it's something we wear repeatedly over the span of years! Exposed to the elements our footwear goes through a lot in the day, and over the period of a single year, our shoes have dealt with water, dust, mud, sludge, and in some rare cases in the UK actual HEAT. Even though
There's more to the nightshirt than meets the eye. Discover the history of the garment and how it made its way into our sleepwear range in our latest Off the Cuff blog piece, written by fashion journalist and friend of the brand, Tony Sylvester.
Based in London, Rikesh Chauhan has for the last few years carved himself a niche within the menswear and lifestyle world. He is, by all accounts, a Man About Town that spins many, many plates with interests that come from far and wide. He’s a photographer, writer and social media wizard, whilst also being an ambassado
Delve into the inspiration and ideas behind two of my recent Custom Works pieces for Reis. The blog Q&A covers the coats in more detail and shows how much care and consideration goes into each piece as well as a seeing it from the customers perspective, how the process went for Reis, and th
Shirtmaker to the stars, royalty and in fact anyone who values and appreciates beautiful tailoring, Emma Willis has bought the elegant 18th century townhouse she and her team of cutters and seamstresses have called home for the last eight years. The business moved into the building, a classic Georgian style property wi
Giddy up gents. Our men’s race day outfit ideas are odds on to turn heads and bag yourself a winner. Getting dressed up for the races is a special occasion. However, knowing what to wear isn’t always easy. Whether you’re planning on a mid-March marvel at the Gold Cup in Cheltenham or strutting your stuff at Ascot in the summer, we have the perfect race day attire to attract attention, authority, and respect. From casual race outfits to race day suit ideas, we can assure you that all bets will b
Tan leather is a thoroughly overlooked option for a belt, and we want to change that. Of course, belts crafted from black and brown leathers are more popular – they work with more formal clothing and darker trousers – but there’s something inherently charming abowut tan leather when worn in a casual way. Case in poin
What is Blue Monday?Where did it come from?Coined by Cardiff Psychologist Cliff Arnell in 2005, Blue Monday is supposedly the most depressing day of the year. The 3rd Monday in January is now spoken of as “Blue Monday”. Dr. Arnell intended the phrase to be used to spur on motivation and overcome the misery of January however the term seems to have brought more attention to the joyless January month; with Arnell publicly apologising for bringing attention to the date. Blue Monday sees us on a “co
With some quieter time now that we have reached the end of 2021 we wanted to look back and reflect on how we got here, and our plans for 2022.January – February – MarchWe kicked off the year by creating a new range of cravats, unsure when we would all have more opportunities to wear them. Roll forward to November and we appear to have been ahead of the curve, with Jeremy Irons in House Of Gucci and press like British GQ highlighting them as a returning trend. We’ve had lovely reviews from custom
Whether you opt for black tie or something more adventurous, a dress code that involves silk and velvet is always a favourite of ours. Find style inspiration from menswear journalist Tony Sylvester, where he reminisces about his fathers '70s wardrobe and the importance of a good silk shirt.
What is in fashion for men? Discover the hottest fashion trends for 2022 every distinguished gent cannot afford to ignore.Gather round, gather round. Percy Stride is here to set you straight for the year ahead. Remember, what’s classic in men’s fashion always stays relevant. It’s just a case of fine-tuning your outfits to put a modern twist on all your favourite vintage looks. And the best place to start is this in-depth blog showcasing the biggest men’s fashion trends for 2022. Peaky Blinders
Mark Brown is what you’d call an old-school creative who looks at the world through a modern lens. With seemingly more hours in the day available to him than the average man, he spends his time between heading up Author, a London-based design agency that caters to the luxury retail market, and as creative director of K
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