James Taylor & Son is a renowned British bespoke shoemaker that has been crafting exquisite footwear since 1857. Over the years, they have established themselves as one of the most respected shoemakers in London, renowned for their impeccable craftsmanship, unparalleled comfort, and timeless elegance. The house was founded by a well-regarded Norfolk shoesmith of the same name, who established himself in London, bringing with him that great shoemaking tradition for which that region of England between Northampton and Norfolk is so famous.
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PERSOL: ICONIC SUNGLASSES AND THE EPITOME OF ITALIAN STYLE
Epitomising Italian cool, Persol is a heritage luxury eyewear brand that has been a go to for the great and glamorous for over a hundred years. They offer a broad range of sunglasses and other optics, including many iconic silhouettes. The brand was founded in Turin, a city synonymous with high design and luxury fashion and Persol is no exception, with a reputation for quality craftsmanship and elegant style. Today, the brand is part of the luxury eyewear behemoth, Luxottica, alongside stablemates including Costa, Oakley Oliver Peoples and Ray-Ban.
MAROL: LUXURIOUS SHIRTMAKER OF CHOICE TO THOSE IN THE KNOW
Marol is a fine Italian shirtmaker that was founded in 1959 in Bologna, that remains an inside secret for discerning customers seeking the highest luxury. The company is known for its high-quality, bespoke, hand-finished shirts. Marol uses only the finest fabrics, such as silks from Como, cotton and linen from Egypt and the Caribbean Islands, and mother-of-pearl buttons from Australia. The company’s shirts are made with 13 stitches per centimeter of seam, which is the highest number of stitches used by any shirtmaker in the world. This results in a shirt that is both beautiful and durable.
TUFENKIAN: AN ILLUSTRIOUS NAME IN LUXURIOUS ORIENTAL RUGS
Tufenkian is a renowned artisanal producer of luxurious, hand-knotted rugs from Armenia. The company was founded over 30 years ago in Nepal and Yerevan. They are known for their high-quality rugs, which are made from the finest natural materials, such as wool, silk, and cotton. Tufenkian rugs are also known for their unique designs, which are inspired by ancient traditions and cultures from around the world.
HAIGH’S CHOCOLATES: AUSTRALIA’S MOST LUXURIOUS CHOCOLATES
Haigh’s Chocolates is a luxury Australian chocolatier founded in 1915 by Alfred Haigh. The company is known for its high-quality chocolates, which are made with ethically sourced ingredients. Haigh’s Chocolates has won numerous awards for its chocolates, and it is a popular choice for gifts and special occasions. Haigh’s is a bean to bar manufacturer that offers a range of products from handmade truffles to full slab bars.
RYDER & AMIES: THE CAMBRIDGE UNIVERSITY OUTFITTERS
Ryder & Amies is an historic tailoring house in the heart of Cambridge that has shared an association with the University of Cambridge since its foundation in 1864. The firm has been a go-to supplier of Oxbridge academic wear (sub fusc) and was the preferred tailor, shirtmaker and robemaker to the discerning Cantabrigian student or don for much of their history. Today, they are the official Cambridge University store, providing university-related merchandise as well as outfitting the various clubs and colleges associated with the university. They are still the go-to robemaker for graduating students and for academic dress. The Ryder & Amies store also stocks a wide range of clothing and accessories for students, staff, and alumni, as well as souvenirs for visitors.
E.C. SNAITH & SON: MILITARY OUTFITTERS OF HIGH REGARD
E.C. Snaith & Son Ltd is a British military outfitters and uniform suppliers established in 1965. They are a respected military outfitters and regimental insignia supplier. Snaith’s provide a wide range of uniforms, accoutrements, accessories, and medals for the British Armed Forces, Commonwealth forces, and other military organizations around the world, as well as other services including police forces. The firm is a part of the military tailoring house, Firmin House / Kashket & Partners.
CORNELIANI: ARCHTYPAL ITALIAN TAILORED STYLES FROM A RENOWNED FASHION HOUSE
Corneliani is an Italian luxury menswear brand known for its impeccable tailoring, sophisticated designs, and commitment to timeless elegance. Founded in 1930 by Carlalberto and Claudio Corneliani in Mantua, Italy, the brand has established itself as a leader in the world of high-end men’s fashion offering a broad range of quality knitwear, fashions and tailored pieces which may be customised through their made-to-measure service.
ARTHUR GLUCK SHIRTMAKER: BESPOKE SHIRTS MADE IN BROOKLYN
A shirtmaker with a loyal following, Arthur Gluck began to ply his trade in the early 1990s, crafting bespoke shirts by hand to order. Catering to the varied tastes of New York’s high flyers, Gluck was particularly popular amongst New York’s banking and social sets, especially those seeking the go-to-hell contrasting cuffs and collars style which Gluck became famous for.
CHARVET: AMONGST THE WORLD’S GREATEST BESPOKE SHIRTMAKERS
Charvet is a French luxury shirtmaker that was founded in 1838 by Joseph-Christophe Charvet. The company is known internationally for its high-quality, handcrafted shirts. Charvet shirts are made from the finest materials, including Egyptian cotton, French linen, and Italian silk. The shirts are assembled by hand, and each shirt is carefully inspected before it is shipped.
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