In the world of Savile Row tailors, Alexandra Wood is a relatively new kid on the block, having been founded in 2010. Nonetheless, Alexandra Wood has been picking up accolades and celebrity customers that would be the envy of many old tailoring houses. Originally established in Bishop’s Stortford offering tailoring and hire services, tailoring services are now offered from a Savile Row (by appointment only) and a Shoreditch premises too. The firm also carries a range of suits and tailored pieces available for hire.
Category Archives: FASHION
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN: BRINGING THE AVANT-GARDE INTO HIGH FASHION AND CLASSIC TAILORING
Alexander McQueen is a British luxury fashion brand known for its avant-garde and often provocative designs. The brand was founded by the renowned British fashion designer Lee Alexander McQueen in 1992. McQueen quickly gained recognition in the fashion industry for his innovative and boundary-pushing creations.
LONGCHAMP: THE LUXURY PARISIAN BAGS AND LEATHER GOODS BRAND
Longchamp is a French luxury leather goods company founded in Paris in 1948 by Jean Cassegrain. The company pioneered luxury leather-covered pipes before expanding into small leather goods, such as handbags, wallets, and belts. Today, Longchamp is known for its high-quality, stylish, and affordable products.
TURNBULL & ASSER: LUXURY SHIRTMAKER BY ROYAL APPOINTMENT
Turnbull & Asser is a British luxury shirtmaker founded in 1885 by John Arthur Turnbull and Ernest Asser. Located at 71 Jermyn Street, London, it is a royal warrant holder and has been the shirtmaker to the King of England since 1980.
PANERAI: THE FAMOUS SWISS MADE WRISTWATCH OF CHOICE OF ITALIAN NAVAL FROGMEN
Panerai is an Italian luxury watchmaker founded in Florence in 1860. The company is known for its large, distinctive watches that were originally designed for military and professional use. Panerai watches are now popular among collectors and enthusiasts for their unique design and high quality.
DIOR: A PRE-EMINENT COUTURE GRAND MAISON
Christian Dior’s eponymous fashion house has had a profound impact on the world of fashion and luxury goods since its foundation in 1946. The designer label has come to epitomise what is signature French style, both through the long association with high fashion and Couture as well as ready-to-wear and off-the-rack pieces.
PICKETT LONDON: A PURVEYOR OF LUXURY LEATHER GOODS, ACCESSORIES AND GIFTS
Pickett London is a luxury leather goods brand founded in 1946 by John Pickett. The company is known for its high-quality, handmade products, which include handbags, luggage, gloves, and home accessories.
ERDEM: LUXURY DESIGNER LABEL LOVED BY HIGH SOCIETY
Erdem is a luxury fashion house founded in 2005 by Canadian-born, Turkish-British designer Erdem Moralioglu. The brand is known for its romantic, feminine designs with a focus on craftsmanship and attention to detail. Erdem’s collections often feature bold floral prints, delicate embroidery, and luxurious fabrics.
A. LANGE & SÖHNE: MASTER GERMAN WATCHMAKERS IN THE GLASHÜTTE TRADITION
A. Lange & Söhne is a German luxury watchmaker which traces back to 1845 when Dresden-born Ferdinand Adolph Lange established his atelier in Glashütte, Saxony, the home of the German horology industry. Lange’s attention to detail and impeccable engineering, typical of German manufacturing, quickly caught the attention of the most discerning clients, including emperors and royals. Lange timepieces were the preserve of the noblest houses and were in high demand. The company has undergone a number of changes and reincarnations since its initial foundation and, today, is a marque in the Richemont stable of luxury brands. The company remains known for its high-quality movements, excellent finishing, and traditional German aesthetic sensibilities making their watches highly coveted amongst horologists and collectors.
LORO PIANA: THE ULTIMATE EXPRESSION OF QUIET LUXURY
Loro Piana is an Italian luxury fashion house founded in 1924 by Pietro Loro Piana. The company is known for its high-quality fabrics, particularly cashmere, vicuña, and other fine wools. Loro Piana’s products include clothing, accessories, and home furnishings.
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