S.N.S. Herning Stark Charcoal
Nom de Guerre Classic Shirt
Filippa K Red Check Scarf
A.P.C. New Cure
MAKR Angle Wallet Black
Common Projects Desert Boots Grey
Ally Capellino Robert Brown
Filippa K Pinstripe Red Socks

Brand focus: Common Projects

We love Common Projects, and the brand has been alongside us since the store opened back in 2007. We always said we wanted brands that produce clean, classic silhouettes and Common Projects epitomise this ideal. The refined aesthetic, the high standard of the materials, the detailing and the quality of production all come together to produce beautiful footwear that last and look better with age.

Common Projects now produce a varied collection of pieces, from sneakers to dress shoes to hiking boots, all defined by their small gold logo on the right rear of the shoe. The highstreet footwear retailers will be dominated with technical gimmicks, brash colour combinations and unnecessary additions which cause sneakers to be bulky. Common Projects remove all of these surplus and display universal and understated appeal to anybody with a keen eye for beautiful simplicity.

Every shoe in the collection is made in Italy, using durable leather goods (suede, nubuck, Italia nappa) which are hand-stitched to to the man-made rubber soles. The branding is minimal, and the effect is most certainly unmistakable which allow the wearer to make the shoes their own.

This season we have stuck to classic shapes, in classic colours:

[Left to right]
Common Projects Desert Boot Grey - the high profile sole is back for Autumn Winter for this take on a classic desert boot. Constructed from lined rough grey suede upper with matching laces and robust handstitched vulcanised sole in the same tone. The refined design is finished with the Common Projects iconic gold stamp at the heel which states the shoes individual serial number and Euro size.

Common Projects Desert Boot Brown - the high profile sole is back for Autumn Winter for this take on a classic desert boot. Constructed from lined rough chocolate brown suede upper with matching laces and robust handstitched vulcanised sole in the same tone. The refined design is finished with the Common Projects iconic gold stamp at the heel which states the shoes individual serial number and Euro size.

Achilles Low White - often considered the staple CP style, and what colour other than white? Its a trademark piece for the company, and is produced from beautiful soft Italian leather that will take all of the scuffs, marks and nicks perfectly. As soon as you hold the shoe, you can feel the sturdy nature provided by the vulcanised sole that is handstitched to the upper in Italy.

Achilles Mid Black

Brand focus: Common Projects

We love Common Projects, and the brand has been alongside us since the store opened back in 2007. We always said we wanted brands that produce clean, classic silhouettes and Common Projects epitomise this ideal. The refined aesthetic, the high standard of the materials, the detailing and the quality of production all come together to produce beautiful footwear that last and look better with age.

Common Projects now produce a varied collection of pieces, from sneakers to dress shoes to hiking boots, all defined by their small gold logo on the right rear of the shoe. The highstreet footwear retailers will be dominated with technical gimmicks, brash colour combinations and unnecessary additions which cause sneakers to be bulky. Common Projects remove all of these surplus and display universal and understated appeal to anybody with a keen eye for beautiful simplicity.

Every shoe in the collection is made in Italy, using durable leather goods (suede, nubuck, Italia nappa) which are hand-stitched to to the man-made rubber soles. The branding is minimal, and the effect is most certainly unmistakable which allow the wearer to make the shoes their own.

This season we have stuck to classic shapes, in classic colours:



[Left to right]

Desert Boot Grey - the high profile sole is back for Autumn Winter for this take on a classic desert boot. Constructed from lined rough grey suede upper with matching laces and robust handstitched vulcanised sole in the same tone. The refined design is finished with the Common Projects iconic gold stamp at the heel which states the shoes individual serial number and Euro size.

Desert Boot Brown - the high profile sole is back for Autumn Winter for this take on a classic desert boot. Constructed from lined rough chocolate brown suede upper with matching laces and robust handstitched vulcanised sole in the same tone. The refined design is finished with the Common Projects iconic gold stamp at the heel which states the shoes individual serial number and Euro size.

Achilles Low White - often considered the staple CP style, and what colour other than white? Its a trademark piece for the company, and is produced from beautiful soft Italian leather that will take all of the scuffs, marks and nicks perfectly. As soon as you hold the shoe, you can feel the sturdy nature provided by the vulcanised sole that is handstitched to the upper in Italy.

Achilles Mid Black

Brand focus: Veja A/W10

We've just had a delivery from one of our most exciting brands, Veja. If you don't know them, they have pioneered natural, ecological and fairtrade sneakers and carry goods. They work closely with cooperatives through Brazil to source organic cottons without the use of manures of pesticides, naturally treated suedes and every handstitched sole is produced from wild latex sourced from Amazonian Hevea trees. Why Brazil? Because the The Amazon Jungle is the only place on Earth where this tree grows in a totally wild state. Far detached from the contemporary image of ecological clothing, Veja produce stylish, understated and most importantly comfortable sneakers, fit for purpose.

The Indigenous range uses vegetable tanned suedes and natural latex rubber soles. We have two of the high-top sneakers from the range, in Nautico Blue and Camel, both with a white sole.

A few updates

Firstly, we received one of our most anticipated arrivals of the year in the form of two beautiful jackets from SEH. Kelly [whom we featured in a recent interview]. There are brands who produce beautiful products, and then brands whose product reflect their entire approach and SEH. Kelly definitely fall into the latter. Its extremely refreshing to find two people who are fully engaged with their relationships with users and fellow suppliers and who have a brand which encompasses a great story (one of visceral, ergonomic design and collaborative effort with existing industries) that you really believe in. We're extremely excited to be working with them, and I look forward to our relationship with them growing closer. The second part of the interview is coming very soon.

This is only the first part of our delivery for this season, but it comes in the form of two jackets. The first, featured here is a Wool Cashmere Charcoal Work Jacket. It is produced from a soft but robust wool-cashmere blend that is constructed in the English Cotswolds before being finished with English tortoiseshell horn buttons. The proportions are just exquisite, and its construction is beautifully detailed. £310



The second piece is a French Navy Work Jacket constructed from a compact cotton twill weave produced by a family run mill in Lancashire, England which really lends itself to a durable and robust quality. Again, the detail is incredible and its finished with black Coroza buttons. £230



These pieces will be online by the end of the week, but if you're interested in either, please call the store on (0114) 2723482 for details. We are very limited on stock.

We also received an email yesterday notifying us that our Common Projects delivery is on its way. We are going to be stocking the Desert Boot again in two colourways, now an iconic part of any CP collection, as well as the Achilles in both low and mid cut. We believe that the superior material and attention to detail given to these classic silhouettes are what make Common Projects so exciting, so we are keeping it simple.

Finally, another quick mention of one of our favourite brands at the moment, still producing beautiful hand-made products down in sunny Florida. We are down to our last few MAKR pieces, and can't wait to get some of the new products they've been working hard on. Another brand who are producing beautiful products using artisan crafts now lost in an era of mass production.

Autumn look #IV

First things first, we'd like to welcome SEH. Kelly. We had two of their jackets arrive this week, and they've exceeded expectation as well as receiving great praise from the customers. The second part of our interview with should be surfacing in the next week, and gives a great insight into a brand we're extremely excited to build a relationship with and whom we have great belief in.

Here is a quick round up of a few of our favourite pieces in store at the moment:

1. Acne beanie
2. SEH. Kelly Charcoal work jacket
3. Our Legacy Candy Stripe BD Shirt
4. Nom de Guerre Olive Chino
5. Eastpak Padded Pak'r Grey Leather
6. A.P.C. Mountain boots
7. MAKR Angle wallet

Autumn look #III

1. A.P.C. Pull Marin
2. Ally Capellino Frank
3. A.P.C. New Cure
4. Filippa K Owen Desert Boot
5. Nom de Guerre Field Shirt
6. Our Legacy Waxed Cotton Parka
7. MAKR Horizon Two Wallet
8. Filippa K Pinstripe Socks

Autumn look #II

1. Ally Capellino Frank Brown
2. S.N.S Herning Naval Sweat
3. MAKR Horizon Two card holder
4. A.P.C. New Cure
5. YMC Brogue Desert Boot
6. Inventory Magazine Issue 3
7. A.P.C. Parka
8. A.P.C. Vintage Wool Scarf

Neckwear

Theres a chill in the air but we have a whole selection of perfect remedies to solve those issues. We have knitted scarfs from A.P.C., S.N.S Herning, Acne, Filippa K and YMC that covers all the bases.

1. YMC Cable Knit Scarf made from 100% new wool with open ends to warm your fingers - £85
2. A.P.C. Knitted Striped Scarf made from a wool and cashmere blend with brown fleck throughout
3. Filippa K Red Check Scarf made from 100% cotton flannel
4. Acne Check Scarf , purple check and made from wool and cashmere blend
5. S.N.S. Herning Heavy Scarf, traditional cable knit constructed from 100% new Danish wool
6. Filippa K Olive Check Scarf made from 100% cotton flannel
7. YMC Fairisle Scarf constructed from beautiful merino wool
8. A.P.C. Navy Vintage Knit Scarf made from heavy blend of wool and cashmere with coloured fleck
9. S.N.S. Herning Rem scarf, with knitted bubble pattern from 100% new Danish wool
10. S.N.S. Herning Heavy Scarf, traditional cable knit constructed from 100% new Danish wool
11. Acne Fringe Scarf knitted in Italy from 100% lambswool

New stock: Ally Capellino, A.P.C. and Our Legacy

This brand need no introduction. Ally Capellino are now celebrating thirty years of the brand, and things are better than ever before. Endless collaborations with some of the world's most forwardthinking brands, as well as a reputable back catalogue of products of her own have secured the brands position as one of the best around. We have just received the Waxy collection in store, and the products look great. Everything from satchels, to wash bags to weekend holdalls all made from beautiful waxed cotton fabric and leather. All bags are designed to take on the character of their owner through use over time. Going online this week will be the Freddie, Robert, Jeremy, Frank and McSimon.

Ally Capellino Freddie - 100% British waxed cotton with soft leather base, twin holdall straps and large shoulder strap.
W 60cm H 44cm D 17cm, handle height 26cm, strap 126cm - 66cm
Ally Capellino Frank - 100% British waxed cotton, soft leather base with twin front pockets, and twin shoulder straps.
Ally Capellino Frank - 100% British waxed cotton, soft leather base with twin front pockets, and twin shoulder straps.
W 50cm H 40.5cm D 12cm, handle: H 21cm, Strap: L 77cm - 56cm
Ally Capellino Jeremy - 100% navy British waxed cotton body and padded shoulder strap with leather trim and base.
W 37cm H 31cm D 11.5cm
Ally Capellino Jeremy - 100% navy British waxed cotton body and padded shoulder strap with leather trim and base.
W 37cm H 31cm D 11.5cm
Ally Capellino Robert - Brown British waxed cotton with internal yellow padding for laptop security.
W 40cm H 29cm D 7.5cm (compartment of 5cm and 2.5cm
Ally Capellino McSimon - tartan waxed cotton canvas, with woven handle, waterproof lining, multiple internal pockets and zip fastening.
W 25cm H 15cm D 12cm, handle 20cm

Not to forget the other brands who have sent us some amazing pieces over the past few days. Firstly, we'll show you some lovely A.P.C winterwear:
A.P.C. Houndstooth Grey Jacket made from 100% new wool with hidden button placket.
A.P.C. Fur Lined Parka made from water repellant cotton and removable replica fur lining.

A couple of pieces from Swedish favourites Our Legacy:

Its been a busy week

This week's been a busy one, and we've seen the arrival of some pretty amazing stock. Two newcomers to the store have landed on our doorstep, and most certainly haven't disappointed. We've had S.N.S Herning knits, straight from Denmark and Ally Capellino waxed cotton luggage as well as a few extra pieces from Our Legacy, A.P.C. and Filippa K to top off those collections.

Firstly, SNS Herning were founded by Soren Skyt in the Danish town of Herning eighty years ago utilising the bubble knitting patterns much desired bubble knit patterns that offered perfect protection and warmth from the elements to fisherman whilst at sea. They are knitted on looms using Jacquard strapping, and to this day the knits are still produced in Herning using original machinery, techniques and knowledge that gained them their reputation.

The Stark is now an S.N.S staple and here it is in the charchoal grey. Its a long slim-fitting cardigan, and the heavy cable knits are produced on the original looms in the town of Herning, Denmark. It doesn't get much better.

The Stark again in navy blue.
Fisherman knit in navy blue with full length zip, in circulation since 1947 and made from 100% virgin wool it features the classic bubble knitting technique pioneered to insulate fisherman against the elements.
Fisherman knit, in burgundy with quarter zip, 100% virgin wool.
Fisherman knit, in black with quarter zip, 100% virgin wool.
In the archive since 1979, this is another classic piece from S.N.S. Herning. In the typical Breton style (blue and scarlet), this striped crewneck pullover is knitted with the same virgin wool and the same techniques at the S.N.S. factory in Herning, Denmark. It has three metal buttons on the collar, and fits slim to the body.
In the archive since 1979, this is another classic piece from S.N.S. Herning. In the typical Breton style, this striped crewneck pullover is knitted with the same virgin wool and the same techniques at the S.N.S. factory in Herning, Denmark. It has three metal buttons on the collar, and fits slim to the body.
S.N.S Heavy Scarf Brown. This scarf is based on the sleeve pattern of their famous knits, and is open ended to allow you to warm your hands inside it. Its a staple S.N.S. piece which has won them their reputation they have today.
S.N.S Heavy Scarf Burgundy.
S.N.S have been knitted their renowned fisherman's sweater for over sixty years now, and the Rem scarf is essentially a sleeve from this sweater with open ends to keep your fingers warm. The bubble knitted pattern is more significant with ribbed ends.
This beanie takes the bubble knitting pattern of the classic fisherman's jumper to produce a navy blue merino wool beanie hat with extended ribbed bottom.

To add to a growing collection of great suiting from Filippa K suiting, we now have the Christian Cool Wool suit jacket in grey tweed:

SEH. Kelly pt. I - a proper introduction

We are highly anticipating the arrival of SEH. Kelly, a brand that specialise in production here on home turf using British Mills and factories to produce high quality workwear inspired garments that exemplify refinement and style. We didn't feel there would be any better way than to interview them ourselves to find out who they are, why they're doing it and how they're going about it as well as a few other things along the way. The pieces really are fantastic in the flesh, and the garments they have produced are a real tribute to the British clothing industry. This is by no means an easy task they have burdened themselves with, but to see two people doing it for all the right reasons, and most importantly, enjoying themselves along the way is something we advocate at the store, and the people (Sarah and Paul) behind the brand played as much a role in the very quick decision made to stock these guys. We hope the road from here is long and look forward to working closely with them over the next couple of years. Enjoy reading.

First of all, can you tell us who is behind the brand, a little about your background, and what inspired you to start your own label?

There's two of us: Sara Kelly and Paul Vincent. We've worked in the clothing industry in London for the best part of a decade, most recently for a house on Savile Row.

Savile Row was a terrific place to work; inspirational, day-in day-out -- partly because of the associated craft of bespoke tailoring and the fame and heritage of the houses, and partly because we were privileged to work alongside some of the best mills and factories in the country. This was what really spurned on the founding of the label: the chance to do something new -- to make garments more suited for everyday wear -- with all those people and establishments encountered during our time on the Row.

'Made in England' represents quality and heritage now, but British clothing industry has had its ups and downs over the past century. What is the state of English mills and factories today and does this fill you with hope for the future of the industry?

Happily, there are many mills and factories across the country that are thriving: long-running establishments that do what they do incomparably well, and have done for many years.

Others have fallen behind, struggle for regular trade, or have ceased trading completely. This has sadly been the case for decades. It's something we encountered during our time on the Row, and several times during the first 12 months of the label, too.

Nonetheless, right now, we work with some great establishments; places which provide expertise and standards that you really won't find anywhere else in the world. And our contacts list is by no means exhaustive -- we're sure there's plenty more to learn.

So, yes, it has taken its knocks over the years, but the industry's by no means down and out.

We understand that everything you use is produced here in the British Isles. How difficult is something like this to achieve? You must have spent a long time on the road.

It's not the most expedient route, no, but we find it nothing but a pleasure. And it's a constant learning experience.

We do travel a fair bit -- in the past few months, to the Cotswolds, Yorkshire, Lancashire, and up to Cumbria -- and while some mills and factories are tucked away and are rarely the easiest places to hunt down, doing so is probably the best part of the job.

We've been very fortunate, over the years, to make a good bunch of acquaintances in domestic industry. They've been unfailingly supportive in the past 12 month, and we've found that the more you scratch the surface, the more you find.

How does this collection compare to your expectations when you created the brand?

What some might see as a downside to the approach are the limits placed on cloths and, in particular, trims. But the challenge is a good one. It means there are some things you'll never be able to do, but that makes you look closer at and get the most from the materials you do have to hand. It keeps us focused and helps maintain a certain continuity and simplicity to our methods. It suits us well, and in that sense, the collection is close to what we expected, yes.

Brands have tried to keep their clothing production close to home in the past, and many have failed with attempts to keep price points low and the closure of factories. Do you feel this is a fundamental ethos in the maturation of SEH. Kelly?

It is fundamental and always will be. It's our sole reason for starting up. It's not a jingoistic thing; we just happen to take pleasure from working with English mills and factories, and happily, they're not far from our doorstep.

Price-points and other issues we just roll with. It'll never be the most profitable approach to making clothes, but we find it very rewarding in other ways. We have full faith in the establishments we have alongside us today, and have no reason not to be confident that we'll work with steadily more in the months and years ahead. Plenty of reasons to be cheerful, all told.

New A/W Products

So, we're going to try our hardest to keep you updated with the latest pieces we receive, as and when they arrive. We've been getting some steady pieces coming in over the past couple of days, with some of the best pieces still to come.


Our Legacy Hunting Shirt

Our Legacy Candy Stripe Shirt

Filippa K Merino Wool V-Neck Sweater

Filippa K Merino Wool V-Neck Sweater

Filippa K Owen Desert Boot

Filippa K Westminster Coat

A.P.C. Gingham Overshirt

A.P.C. Breton Stripe Shirt

Acne Bad Tee White V-Neck
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Acne Nice Tee Black

Acne Hunter Jacket