The origins of tweed patterns: Scottish estates a...
When we visited Johnston’s of Elgin earlier this year, their archive room was a pleasant surprise. As well as old cloth books and ledgers, it included a display on the history of tweed, and going through this with the archivist reminded me of ...
The origins of tweed patterns: Scottish estates a...
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Dear Simon Crompton, thank you for this wonderful post! It ist very interesting for someone like me who is a fan of the traditional british clothing/stile (maybe with a modern twist). I appriciate your great blog a lot, ...
New colours in the Arran scarf and PS watch caps
The popular PS Watch Caps and exclusive Arran scarves from Begg & Co - introduced last year - have just been restocked on the PS Shop, with two additional colours. It was a real struggle last year to get things in on time, with delays not ju...
New colours in the Arran scarf and PS watch caps
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Thanks Alex, lovely to hear. I remove mine usually, but I don't see it as a big thing either way...
Watch Caps back in stock – in navy and cream
I'm pleased to say the Permanent Style watch caps are finally available again - on the shop site - after some delays. There are two colours: a slightly darker navy than last time, which I feel is more sartorial and suited to tailoring; and a cream t...
Watch Caps back in stock – in navy and cream
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OK, good to hear. Cheers Dan...
Watch caps back in stock
I'm pleased to say we've managed to get another batch of watch caps through, just before the end of winter. We made 200 this time, so hopefully they won't all go in a day, like last time. Colours are the same - navy and grey in 100% cashmere. They...
Watch caps back in stock
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Yes... Just might be a couple of weeks. Issues with the factory unfortunately...
Introducing: The Permanent Style watch cap
As promised last year, the Permanent Style watch cap is finally available - it’s on the PS store, price £69 plus VAT, in navy or grey. It’s a collaboration I’ve been building to for a long time. As far back as 2014, I bought ...
Introducing: The Permanent Style watch cap
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Fantastic! So nice to hear, thanks for letting me know Jonathan...
Johnston’s of Elgin: Factory visit
The following is an extract from my book Best of British: The Stories Behind Britain’s Iconic Brands , published by Prestel. Dedicated copies are available to buy here – Johnstons of Elgin It has survived two world wars. It has survived ...
Johnston’s of Elgin: Factory visit
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Johnston's of Elgin are simply the best! That's why I have entrusted to them the making of the new 'Lawrence's Seven Pillars of Khaki' Tartan for T E, 'Lawrence of Arabia' available soon in cashmere and lambs wool....
The versatility of a gilet
The most useful articles of clothing are often those that cover core of the body – waistcoats (knitted or woven), gilets, and to an extent scarves. It is they that make a lightweight outfit warm enough, or enable us to cope with cool morn...
The versatility of a gilet
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What is the rectangular inside pocket for? A ruler, to measure the distance of your country walk? A mini-baguette to eat by the river? A micro-umbrella to impress friends with your preparedness? A quill and parchment, to...
Johnstons of Elgin
Johnston’s is one of Scotland’s best-known and oldest knitwear companies. Most of its production is for third parties – it is the preferred supplier to several of the biggest men’s luxury brands. But it also ...
Johnstons of Elgin
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Hey - asked Graham and yes it's a Johnston's cloth, but no it's not the one from the website, as Graham had his made bespoke....
