CLOTHES MAKE THE MAN

Only last week we were contemplating the merits of Menswear brands who are ultising the skills and qualities of British Manufacturing and if only to reiterate this point the latest in the growing number of stylish brand to recognise these expertees is a bastion of Great British Retailing, John Lewis, who this season launch their ‘Made in Manchester‘ range which is part of the menswear own brand offering, sitting under the John Lewis & Co. umbrella.

The Retailer have worked with Cooper and Stollbrand, a 100 year old factory nestled in the heart of one of the grestest cities in the Union, Manchester. The idea being to create a premium collection of 6 garments produced in an honest and traditional way; only using the finest British fabrics, trims and components, sourced locally where possible.

The ‘Made in Manchester’ AW17 collection is made up of 4 jackets and 2 shirts, where only 100 of each piece has be created. John Lewis have taken authentic pieces and adapted them, evolving their silhouettes and creating something fresh; designed with premium and innovative fabrics, such as parachute lining in the Camo Wax Coat.

The weather at the moment is about as predictable as a Game of Thrones plot line, with equally as many twists and turns. It’s not uncommon for it to feel like all four seasons in one day so dressing accordingly can be a total pain in the Cumulonimbus particularly when it comes to footwear. Trainers can often not cut it in this weather and it’s far to early in the season to be putting out the winter boots. What does one do ???

Well Sperry’s Rainboots might just be the answers to you needs. Since 1935 Sperry but more specifically their founder Paul Speery has been producing high quality footwear. In fact Sperry is credited with inviting the trusty deck shoe, after he cut grooves into the soles of rubber-soled leisure shoes to make them slip resistant.

With the rain boots you can trapeze over any train in all weather comfort and style these waterproof boots are made to keep you steady warm and safe whatever the weather.

They are made from durable, high-quality materials, including non-marking rubber lugged outsoles with moulded wave-sipping technology for additional sure-footedness, come rain or shine.

The Manufacturing industry of the United Kingdom are rarely given the credit the so sorely deserve. Whether it’s in the proud historic factories of Manchester, the mills of the Scottish Highlands or the fabric manufacturers of Northern Ireland the Great British Clothing Industry may not be booming in the way they did post the Industrial Revolution but they are on the raise and in great demand both nationally and internationally.

One such brand that has been proudly made in England since 1796 is Peregrine. Peregrine Clothing was established as a brand in 1956 as a separate entity from the manufacturing company J.G.GLOVER & CO, which has been lovingly passed down through eight generations of the Glover family, meaning that for over 220 years they have been crafting the highest quality knitwear and coats, so you could say they know a thing or two.

Tom Glover, current managing director and designer of the brand, took over the company in 2003 looking to revitalize the brand during, what could be classed as very challenging times for British clothing manufacturers.

Every step from the very first design to the finishing stitch has been executed in the UK and of this the brand are extremely proud. Because of this, they can control everything about the garment production from start to finish and they maintain a close working relationship with the team at their Manchester based factory.

Every piece of Peregrine clothing always starts the same way with a few core themes in mind; Functionality, adaptability and a play on tradition. Something special they want their customers to be excited about, where their clothing comes from.

For the Glover family, its important that their clothes span seasons and that when you are investing in a wardrobe staple from Peregrine that you will love them and care for them for years to come. Their designs not only stand up to the elements but transition seamlessly to suit an urban environment making them adaptable for both city living and country breaks.

In this same way and bearing that ideal in mind the A / W 17 Collection has been inspired by the brands rich heritage & connection to both the city & the country. The clothes have been carefully designed with practicality in mind. working with the best quality fabrics & unique design details that give each garment a special character.