“An eighth of an inch can make all the difference. The devil’s in the detail.” Campbell Carey, Huntsman Head Cutter Huntsman Head Cutter welcomes Kirby Allison of the Hanger Project to 11 Savile Row to experience exactly how a bespoke garment is made. In an age of fast fashion, technological advances in machine tailoring, […]
Congratulations Amy Miller! WINNER Based in Mississippi, U.S.A Amy had admired Huntsman tweeds, from afar for quite a while. Mrs. Miller, who whilst in Lockdown welcomed the arrival of her firstborn daughter stole some time while she was napping to get creative. “I don’t remember ever having so much beautiful weather! Maybe we did, but […]
If you could dress any woman from any era, who would it be and why? Lady Amanda Harlech for being a leading authority on style and her contribution, appreciation, and love of the couturier world. A few years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting and making a dinner suit for Lady Harlech, yet her […]
Fashions change, bespoke endures… Lord Londonderry’s distinct suit was cut in 1977 by famed Huntsman Head Cutter Colin Hammick in a distinct, off white cavalry twill. Despite its age, the suit looks as good now as it did when it was first made at 42 years old! Fashions may change, but the quality of […]
Huntsman’s Essential Separates The Summer Edit Huntsman’s Creative Director Campbell Carey gives us his rundown of the key pieces every gent should have in their Summer wardrobe, available in bespoke and Ready to Wear, you can outfit for every eventuality, and with temperatures set to soar around the globe now is the perfect time […]
Nothing on the box? Perhaps it’s time to put down that remote and make an appointment at Huntsman. We’re now delighted to welcome you back in-store by appointment, with more ways than ever to enjoy our bespoke services it is back to work physically and virtually for our dedicated team of Client Managers, Cutters and […]
We’re delighted to announce that from the 15th of June we will be welcoming Clients back to 11 Savile Row and W57th Street by appointment. It will be business as usual, and your welfare and comfort remains our top priority. We are following COVID19 guidelines closely and would like to offer you more information […]
Our Savile Row and W57th St cutting rooms temporarily closed doors to our cherished clients to ensure we kept all of us safe during the COVID19 pandemic. Now, we’re pleased to announce that from June 15th, we’ll be welcoming clients back. You can join Ed and the team by appointment in our New York pied-a-terre […]
Celebrate Father’s Day With Huntsman Your father – the most important man in your life? You may wish you had not been confined with him, or may wish you were! The man who drove you to school, protected you, and even let you break some rules with a smile. Now it’s time to show […]
The Huntsman Gift Card If you’re looking for that perfect gift, why not try the gift of bespoke? For something that’s sure to please, try a gift card from Huntsman. Available to buy online, you can let your loved ones treat themselves however they choose! Perhaps it’s that first bespoke experience, an investment in tailoring […]
As we’re set to experience a summer like none other, Huntsman offers a collection which reflects the changing times we live in. With the notions of formal dressing deconstructed, here we offer a collection of elegant and versatile separates, designed to be paired perfectly to create an atmosphere of relaxed sophistication. This is our […]
Now more than ever is the time to show support for the NHS. Whilst regular business is halted, our team of Cutters and Tailors are lending their skills to sew medical scrubs for NHS healthcare workers. Joining forces with The Scrub Club and fellow tailoring house Cad and the Dandy, we are glad to play […]
Break the rhythm of your confinement! Huntsman is offering the opportunity to engage your imagination, find an outlet for your frustrations, or simply try a new pass-time, inviting you to share your ‘letters from confinement’. Inspired by Nick Farriella’s satirical fake letter from F. Scott Fitzgerald whilst quarantined in the South of France, Huntsman’s owner […]
Be Creative. Be Bold. Be Daring! The Huntsman Tweed Competition is back for its third year. What better opportunity to take advantage of social distancing, and get creative by designing your own unique tweed? Be in with a chance of winning your own Tweed Experience and have your design produced by Huntsman’s partner mill in […]
Once worn with colonial uniforms in the tropics due to its lightweight and breathable qualities, the Grenadine tie is also incredibly rich in texture and colour. Using a traditional loom facilitates alternating silk colours to be woven in parallel. It is this technique that provides an impressive ‘subtle flecking of colour’ effect that runs throughout […]
Featuring two of our stylised designs, Huntsman’s design director drew inspiration for our limited-edition tie range from our jewel-green jacquard wallpapered fitting suite; the setting for the fictional tailoring house from the film ‘Kingsman’. The suppleness of the silk is intensely tactile, a suppleness which has to be worn to be believed. Huntsman […]
Bursting with colour and allure, these ties are beautifully detailed with intricate designs that will pique curiosity and punctuate your outfit with an accent of ‘zing’. Add a pop of boldness to a well-fitted suit or favourite tweed Featuring a signature stags head motif, a totem of intuition and power, this dovetails beautifully with […]
A product that whispers a promise of exceptional quality beyond our client’s imaginations. Huntsman’s cashmere ties are woven using a decidedly fine knit, attributing to their defining sumptuously soft quality, and making them incredibly durable. The fine weave of the cashmere once delicately plied, causes it to fall into a soft and natural drape. […]
Huntsman’s solid colour, spot and birdseye knitted ties use high-density silk, and as such, the ties have a kind of ‘crunchiness’. This is known as the ultimate quality feature for knit-tie connaisseurs, as it enables a knot with substance, often a let down with knitted ties. You’ll recognise instantly how the quality of this […]
These ties have an unmistakable thickness and a distinctive drape that instantly distinguishes them as the pinnacle of quality neckwear. It is a myth that the seven fold tie produces only a bigger, fatter knot. Depending on the way you choose to tie it, the malleable nature of the fabric enables you to sculpt in a […]
Huntsman has long been a vanguard of sustainable practice, the very nature of bespoke tailoring means that garments are produced not only to last a lifetime but several lifetimes. It’s not uncommon to find a Huntsman garment passed across generations; from fathers to sons and even further. The beauty of bespoke garments is that they […]
Huntsman’s latest window display at 11 Savile Row champions the art and craft of bespoke tailoring. Look closely and you’ll see the patterns of some of our most famous patrons of the past 100 years; McQueen, Bowie, Sir Laurence Olivier, and Princess Anne, but to name a few. The Garments on display illustrate the point […]
Finding that perfect gift for February 14th can be a tricky task for both Huntsmen and Huntswomen, which is why we have curated a selection of our favourite gifts, guaranteed to impress the one you love. Though our reputation is built on the very best bespoke tailoring, for those who know, for decades Huntsman has […]
Introducing A Limited-edition collection featuring four exclusive, made-to-order pieces Huntsman has collaborated with Moda Operandi, the world’s leading platform for fashion discovery, debuting a limited-edition four-piece capsule collection created using an exclusive new tartan designed at 11 Savile Row. In tradition with Huntsman’s bespoke model, each piece in the collection is made-to-order from the […]
Huntsman’s Creative Director Campbell Carey pays homage to and draws inspiration from our 100 years on Savile Row with the Huntsman Autumn-Winter 2019 Ready To Wear collection, with key outerwear pieces designed in an exclusive, overcheck tweed and cashmere designed using cloth from our archive tweed ledger. February 2020 also sees the release of […]
To celebrate 100 years of residency at 11 Savile Row, Huntsman invited Creative Director and Contributing Editor of British Vogue, Susan Bender to the House to experience for herself the richness and diversity of our sartorial heritage. Following an initial meeting with Huntsman’s Creative Director Campbell Carey, Susan began to explore our extensive ledger archives. […]
As part of our centenary celebrations we looked into our archives and discovered that the legendary Founder, Head-Designer and Creative Director of the iconic VOYAGE brand, Tiziano Mazzilli had commissioned his own amazing pieces from Huntsman. We invited him to 11 Savile Row to showcase some of these bespoke garments in his own style. […]
In the 100 years, we’ve been in residence here, we’ve had the privilege of dressing the good, the great and the little known; from rock stars to royalty to the most sartorially discerning ladies and gentlemen. To celebrate 100 years of sartorial excellence, our window display at 11 Savile Row showcases some of our most […]
It was an instagram post, which first captured the imagination of Huntsman owner Pierre Lagrange. Though he personally knew the Aboah family, he was formally, or informally, introduced to Kesewa’s work through the medium of social media, images of her work which fired his imagination. On invitation to Huntsman, it was clear how unique and […]
Huntsman’s Creative Director Campbell Carey was seduced by the theatre of a silk cloud being unravelled in an atelier in Tango, Japan. But that is only part of the story of how our new tie collection was curated…. Huntsman’s mission was to produce a tie collection across seven styles that suit our clients for an […]
Of course, one of the joys of bespoke tailoring is the relationship you share with your tailor; you trust him to cut your suits and separates, so why not trust him to make you some beautiful shirts? After all, our cutters understand your figure like nobody else. Adding a handful of measures to those we […]
The world of bespoke tailoring on London’s Savile Row is a small one. Ahead of Father’s Day, Kirby Alison of The Hanger Project interviewed our Co-Head cutter Dario Carnera who invited his father John to speak of the craft and benefits of bespoke tailoring. It’s a very special and unique relationship between the craftsmen on […]
In the lead up to Father’s Day and in celebration of 100 years on Savile Row, Huntsman announces a new service for clients who have inherited a Huntsman suit or jacket from a loved one. You are invited to bring the garment in store for an appraisal with a Huntsman tailor to assess the work […]
Since 1849, Huntsman has a strong association with artists, collectors, gallerists. From dressing Lucian Freud with night fittings in his Holland Park studio, to the collaboration with Ed Ruscha for a bespoke lining reproduction of his “Boy meet Girl”masterpiece. For its bespoke shirt service relaunch in may 2019, Huntsman commissioned artist Carlos Penãvler to […]
This year, during Huntsman’s 100th anniversary on the Row, we are celebrating our exceptional ladieswear. Our specialist Head Ladieswear Cutter Magdalena Handwerker will be visiting clients at the New York Trunk Show at our pied-a-terre in celebration of many years of dressing the leading women. Huntsman has dressed some of the world’s most elegant, powerful […]
For the man that gives so much, Father’s Day, Sunday 16th June, is the perfect opportunity to give something back, in gesture at least, with a gift from Huntsman. The relationship we have with fathers is one so special, Huntsman feels privileged to have a role of confidante in the relationship between fathers and their […]
“This collection is inspired by short getaways, be it work, leisure or perhaps a bit of both, which is how I live! Hence it has everything covered for those of us who prefer to travel light. New additions to our perennial house styles include a linen Glen check ‘Hollywood ‘trouser without waistband, reversed pleat […]
Huntsman was commissioned to create a series of jumpers with tongue-in-cheek quotes for each member of the client’s family. Now you can create your own slogans and find a unique way to surprise your loved ones, with over 180 colours of decadent cashmere and a multitude of fonts to choose from, as well as a […]
Contemporary since 1849, Huntsman has always been proud of leading The Row in innovating for improving customer satisfaction. To celebrate turning 100 on Savile Row, Huntsman has created a unique new Bespoke offering for the time conscious modern gentleman; Bespoke 100 This service offers the same unmatched quality and prestige from one of the most […]
Womenswear has always held a special place in Huntsman’s sartorial narrative. Favoured by royalty, cultural icons and women at the forefront of industry, enterprise and the arts, the House reputation for dressing women should be recognised as iconic as that of their male counterparts. Which is why the House is excited to see Kendall Jenner […]
Under the direction of Creative Director Campbell Carey, the autumn winter 2018 collection embraces the house’s strong visual signature and celebrates synonymous styles from its extensive archive. Spanning a range of ready-to-wear and complimentary accessories, the collection offers versatile and effortlessly stylish pieces to fit in any gentleman’s wardrobe. The highlight of the collection are […]
Four scents. Sharply dressed. Introducing a new collaboration between Huntsman and Jo Malone London. The perfect pairing of scents and style. The collaboration brings together four refined fragrances, tailored to the modern man. For laidback days, wild nights, and everything in-between. Dressed for success in a distinctive bottle, decorated with Huntsman’s gold typography and a […]
Click here to view this months instalment. What are the essential components for a shooting outfit? Though we often talk about shooting jackets, but actually many people now go for a shooting suit that’s made up of four or five pieces, all made using the same cloth – usually tweed. […]
The two designs are in tones of mossy and grass green, punctuated with blue, claret, and black. The ladies’ cloth is woven in a light, fresh green, while the men’s is a darker, brooding tone. Both cloths feature Huntsman’s house colour – claret – with the distinguished shade anchoring the pattern. Huntsman’s Creative Director and […]
This hotly-anticipated occasion in the game shooting calendar sees enthusiasts convene on the heathery moors of northern England and the Scottish Highlands, where guns – as those who take part are known – gather to shoot the red grouse, a bird native to Britain. The grouse flies low, at around 60 miles an hour, meaning […]
Inspired by classic Americana and complete with patterns of famous patrons like Paul Newman, Katherine Hepburn, and Gregory Peck, the vintage Airstream, lovingly restored by Timeless Travel Trailers of Denver, brings the bespoke Huntsman experience one receives at 11 Savile Row to cities across America. Upholstered in bespoke Huntsman tweeds with a bedroom that cleverly […]
A lightweight summer suit is a must for every gentleman’s wardrobe. Campell Carey of Huntsman offers his tips on how to get one that’s just right for your needs. Summer suits are perfect for the fine weather of this time of year, whether you’re heading to a garden party, one of the great flower shows […]
To celebrate the season, Huntsman’s headquarters’ window has a breezy, nautical theme, displaying the house’s distinguished summer designs alongside some very special items. The Paddle Board The focal point of the display is a bespoke mahogany paddleboard that Huntsman’s chairman Pierre Lagrange had commissioned from Kevin Fitzke of US company Fitzke […]
Created in collaboration with Sea2see, an innovative Spanish organisation that is committed to tackling the epidemic of ocean pollution, Huntsman have produced a range of eyewear made solely from 100% recycled ocean plastic. The collection consists of four styles; all of which were thougshtfully designed to suit our client’s lifestyles. Selected in tones that accommodate all complexions, […]
Huntsman once again took to Royal Ascot on a sunny June weekend, to host a party with Albert’s, the South Kensington members’ club, and Sam Sangster Bloodstock, the horse racing and syndicate company. As in past years, the event to celebrate the famous horse racing meeting took place on The Rosebery, a vintage 1966 double […]
Over the course of 2018, Country Life is releasing a series of style guides, in conjunction with Huntsman, detailing the proper way to dress for a modern gentleman. This is the fifth part: Morning Wear. To watch the full episode, click here. Morning dress is essentially formal day wear; generally a black feather weave morning […]
Whether it’s our cutters or clients, coat makers, dispatch managers or creative director, Huntsman is a family. Our ethos and values have remained unchanged since Henry Huntsman set up shop in 1849. Rooted in our commitment to those we dress. Little gives us greater pleasure than creating beautiful clothes and accessories worn by successive generations. […]
London’s Old Vic theatre celebrates its 200th anniversary this year, and to mark the bicentenary, this cultural institution is working to raise funds to preserve its sense of “creative adventure and passion,” for the next 200 years. Indeed, as an independent, not-for-profit charity, each year the theatre must raise the £3.6 million it needs to […]
Rarity, luxury and provenance combine in Escorial, a wool long prized by Europe’s royalty, from sheep now only to be found in small numbers in Australia and New Zealand. Warm yet lightweight, breathable yet resilient, the wool originates from a flock that roamed the grounds of Philip II’s magnificent monastery-palace, El Escorial in Spain. The […]
Want to put a smile on a loved one’s face this Father’s Day (Sunday, 17 June)? We asked Sotheby’s UK Chairman Harry Dalmeny to select his ideal gifts from the HUNTSMAN: Curated by Pierre Lagrange online sale, closing on 1 June. Click ahead to see Harry’s selection of unique and bespoke gifts, which will make your father […]
The legendary Hollywood actor Gregory Peck was a devoted fan of Huntsman and two of his unique possessions are standout lots in the online-only HUNTSMAN: Curated By Pierre Lagrange sale, which is open for bidding until 1 June. GREGORY PECK. GEORGE III SILVER TANKARD, HESTER BATEMAN, 1785. ESTIMATE £1,000-1,500 Over the years the star amassed […]
Sotheby’s have partnered with Savile Row tailor, Huntsman, to create a luxury online only sale: Huntsman: Curated by Pierre Lagrange. The sale begins on 22 May and closes on 1 June and will include a selection of bespoke pieces curated by Huntsman owner Pierre Lagrange, in addition to items from his own personal collection. Included […]
Today, the Huntsman and Reekbok proudly revealed a daring experimental creative endeavor in sportswear innovation that explores non-traditional applications of technical fabrics. Using Reebok’s new Flexweave footwear material, Huntsman & Sons has created a classically-tailored suit made entirely out of the groundbreaking textile. The bespoke suit, made specifically to the measurements of Reebok ambassador and […]
The Huntsman: Curated by Pierre Lagrange online-only sale (22 May–1 June) showcases stylish objects and bespoke pieces from the collection of the Savile Row tailor’s owner and financier Pierre Lagrange. Ahead of the sale, we asked entrepreneur Juan Santa Cruz – “…designer of some of the world’s most sought-after places to drink and dine, including Isabel […]
The Huntsman online-only luxury sale features an array of bespoke pieces from the private collection of Huntsman owner and financier, Pierre Lagrange, alongside commissioned new works that exemplify the Huntsman lifestyle. Click ahead to see highlights from the sale in a stunning shoot featuring model Andrea Zelletta and styled by Wallpaper* Interiors Director Amy Heffernan […]
A watch is about so much more than timekeeping. It’s an expression of taste, lifestyle, history even and three striking examples feature in the HUNTSMAN: Curated by Pierre Lagrange online sale, which opens on 22 May and closes on 1 June. UPDATING A CLASSIC TIMEPIECE The more iconic the make and model, the more likely […]
Featuring an array of bespoke pieces from the private collection of Huntsman owner and financier, Pierre Lagrange, alongside commissioned new works that exemplify the Huntsman lifestyle, this collection reflects Lagrange’s expert knowledge and appreciation of exquisite objects. Amassed over several years and many continents, each item has been hand-picked from some of the world’s leading […]
Among the many illustrious names written into the Huntsman ledgers is that of Max Aitken, Lord Beaverbrook. For many years, the Savile Row tailor had the honour of dressing this extraordinarily stylish and successful press baron and politician, whose commitment and drive did much to shape Britain’s history in the first half of the twentieth […]
Time for Tweed An illustrious crowd gathered at Huntsman’s Clubhouse Monday afternoon, to judge the house’s 2017 “Design Your Own Tweed” competition. Sartorial authorities – among whom were Huntsman chairman Pierre Lagrange, editor of Country Life Mark Hedges, artist Marc Quinn, television personality and author June Sarpong, and ballet dancer Eric Underwood – […]
Over the course of 2018, Country Life is releasing a series of style guides, in conjunction with Huntsman, detailing the proper way to dress for a modern gentleman. This is the fourth part: the business suit. Double or single breasted, two or three piece, flannel or cashmere- dressing appropriately for the office can be a […]
For over a hundred years, Huntsman has created its distinctive tweed collections. This spring, nine of its most recent designs take centre stage in the window of 11 Savile Row. The installation is the first in a series of new commissions for this unique space, designed and made by Tiger Chadwick. It tells the story […]
The elegantly sprawling Texas home of Anne and Steve Stodghill played host to a lawn party earlier this month, to celebrate Huntsman’s very British tailoring on southern American soil. The Stodghills, together with Liz and Scott Kimple – both couples are cherished customers and long-time friends of Huntsman – threw the party on a balmy […]
Over the course of 2018, Huntsman will release monthly style guides in conjunction with Country Life, detailing the proper way to dress; from lapels on a dinner jacket, to the sleeves on an overcoat, from the essential components of a shooting outfit, to whether a business suit should be double or single breasted – Huntsman’s […]
The ultimate in luxury, and exclusive to Huntsman Some of nature’s greatest treasures are to be found only in the very smallest of quantities. Such is Cervelt. Softer and lighter than cashmere, this fibre is rich in qualities that make it ideal for dressing the modern gentleman. Yet it is 200 times scarcer […]
Inspired by The Duke of Devonshire unrepeatable slogan jumpers (“never marry a Mitford”), displayed at Chatsworth’s extraordinary 2017 exhibition alongside Huntsman’s recreation of Adele Astaire riding breeches, Huntsman was commissioned to create a series of jumpers with tongue-in-cheek quotes for each member of the client’s family. Made from a decadent cashmere and cotton blend (the […]
Inspired by The Duke of Devonshire unrepeatable slogan jumpers (“never marry a Mitford”), displayed at Chatsworth’s extraordinary 2017 exhibition alongside Huntsman’s recreation of Adele Astaire riding breeches, Huntsman was commissioned to create a series of jumpers with tongue-in-cheek quotes for each member of the client’s family. Made from a decadent cashmere and cotton blend (the […]
Last night, Huntsman hosted a soirée in collaboration with the legendary car manufacturer Bentley, to celebrate the fast approaching Cheltenham Festival. On arrival, attendees were given a silk pocket square that featured an illustration of the new Bentley Bentayga parked outside the Huntsman premises, drawn by Liam Wales. Tweed garments, accessories and racing silks could […]
Over the course of 2018, Huntsman will release monthly style guides in conjunction with Country Life, detailing the proper way to dress; from lapels on a dinner jacket, to the sleeves on an overcoat, from the essential components of a shooting outfit, to whether a business suit should be double or single breasted – Huntsman’s […]
Valentine’s Day has a long and varied history. English poet Geoffrey Chaucer was instrumental in developing the holiday of Valentine’s Day with his poem, Parlement of Foules, from 1382, which commemorated the engagement of Richard II and Anne of Bohemia with romantic themes and mention of Valentine’s Day. More than 630 years on and we […]
The lunar year of the Rooster has proved very rewarding for Huntsman and our cherished Chinese clients. Lead by Robert Bailey and James Chang, Huntsman now spend over a month in China every quarter to ensure our clients can have the full Huntsman bespoke experience as if they were travelling to London’s Savile Row. Clients […]
In its ready to wear collection for spring summer 2018, Huntsman presents a capsule wardrobe of timeless classics in cloths that combine performance and comfort with style, no matter how challenging the weather. For Creative Director Campbell Carey, a new collection brings an opportunity to explore the character and qualities of the finest cloths. In […]
Over the course of 2018, Huntsman will release monthly style guides in conjunction with Country Life, detailing the proper way to dress; from lapels on a dinner jacket, to the sleeves on an overcoat, from the essential components of a shooting outfit, to whether a business suit should be double or single breasted – Huntsman’s […]
Inspired by a great American theme, this cloth is made from Australia’s finest merino wool, using skills passed down through generations of Britain’s clothmakers. Understated and elegant, it nevertheless has a bold, expressive streak with its name marked in red, white and blue on the selvedge. “This cloth combines the lustre and wearability of a […]
We’ve seen our bespoke cutting and tailoring teams grow substantially. It’s been hugely satisfying to welcome an array of new craftsmen (and women!) to Huntsman’s Savile Row workrooms, all of whom share our passion for creating the most refined, traditional and innovative bespoke tailoring. A lot of work has happened behind the scenes as well, […]
Being Nice Is Cool Huntsman proved that there’s no room for unkindness in the sartorial world earlier this week, when the house hosted an event at its Savile Row headquarters in support of Be Cool Be Nice, the anti-bullying movement. The movement’s aim is to advocate kindness, good manners, and civility, alongside encouraging positive […]
Beijing Nights Huntsman took its very British brand of tailoring East last week, when the house hosted a Gentleman’s Evening at Beijing’s InterContinental Beijing Sanlitun hotel. In a space whose vast windows overlooked the bustling Chinese city, Huntsman put on display ten iconic designs from its archives, to illustrate the myriad ways in which […]
“…Praised and adored for its versatility, a Huntsman Tweed Jacket can be worn in either town or country, to cocktail receptions and countryside suppers…” In its second year, Huntsman’s Tweed Competition is invited you to flex your creative muscles and win the chance to not only have the tweed produced in a short run, but […]
Huntsman invited guests to its Savile Row headquarters to indulge in a number of gentlemanly pursuits as they sipped Pol Roger Champagne and cocktails with a refined, robust appeal. Roving bartenders Cock & Tail turned Huntsman’s cutting table into a bar, concocting Basil Sours – a blend of vodka, white grape juice, basil, lemon, and […]
Two classic designs have been brilliantly brought to life in collaboration with Joshua Ellis, one of England’s oldest cashmere makers. United by a shared passion for detail and commitment to quality, the firms have come together to produce two limited-edition blankets in celebration of the manufacturer’s 250th anniversary. Subtle, sophisticated and eye-catching: the moss Rutland and the green […]
Extraordinarily fine but at a weight brilliantly suited to changing seasons and climates, the cashmere and Qiviuk mix is the latest Huntsman collaboration to put luxury and comfort in the hands of our customers. This limited edition cloth goes against today’s prevailing trend of less is more. “Most manufacturers will only weave this quality at […]
The Urban Tweed collection takes its cues from New York’s glittering night-time skyline, with the dark grey, black, and white-toned tweed created with Johnstons of Elgin to echo the look of the city’s skyscrapers glittering at night. To celebrate the collection’s unveiling, the house invited guests to its New York home to experience the designs […]
The duo’s work looks at the elusive nature of reputation, and how it’s won and lost, and spotlights interviews with figures as diverse as Jay-Z, Bernie Madoff, and Hilary Mantel. Waller and Younger chatted with guests about the process of creating the book, which its publishers describe as laying bare “the rules to life’s most […]
Huntsman’s Autumn Winter 2017 Ready to Wear Collection celebrates a heritage that spans three centuries. Inspiration comes both from the house’s extensive archives and from Creative Director Campbell Carey’s experience in bespoke tailoring. The result is a timeless wardrobe of elegant pieces working together to offer an outfit for every occasion. At the heart of […]
Huntsman has served as the inspiration for Matthew Vaughn’s blockbuster spy movies Kingsman: The Secret Service and the impending sequel, Kingsman: The Golden Circle. The impending sequel sees the 11 Savile Row headquarters destroyed and the world held hostage, while members of Kingsman find new allies when they discover a spy organization in the United […]
It’s a glorious time, defined – for many – by the beginning of the shooting season. Whilst a lucky few have already stomped around a northern hill in pursuit of the regal Grouse, for most of the 600,000 of us that shoot the sporting season begins with Partridges in September. Thousands of French, and the […]
This August saw Huntsman launch its Airstream Mobile Tailoring Studio at the Concours d’Elegance 2017 in Pebble Beach, California. The first of its kind, the mobile tailoring studio brings Huntsman’s exceptional bespoke tailoring service from London directly to the doorstep of Americans across the country. The vintage Airstream creates a unique and innovative way to […]
Huntsman has dressed some of the world’s most elegant, powerful and influential women for more than 150 years. No less than Queen Victoria herself; a leading lady who had an incredible understanding of what a bespoke cut and fit could bring to the functionality and elegance of womenswear. Huntsman’s high profile female commissions bring […]
Maharani of Cooch Behar’s Huntsman ledger entry Although best known as the Maharani of Cooch Behar, Indira Devi was a princess in her own right to the Baroda State. Growing up in the opulent Lakshmi Vilas Palace in Baroda with several brothers, Indira lived a pleasant life. Initially, Devi was to wed Madho […]
So Julian, why is Huntsman your go to tailor? “Huntsman really came into my life as my father had a cousin who used to come here. So, it was one of the names I suggested at the beginning of Downton [Downton Abbey]. I didn’t feel the men’s clothes were fitting quite well enough because we […]
Get closer to your art A blast of colour. A flicker of movement. A flash of detail. In recent years, Huntsman has perfected the art of printing on silk and lining a jacket to deliver the ultimate private commission. For collectors, this service has opened a new route to personal expression. Beyond the choice […]
With one month to go, Huntsman helps you prepare for this season in style Country pursuits hold a special significance for Huntsman; the house’s history is inextricably linked with riding, hunting and shooting. Our founder Henry Huntsman was (as the name suggests) a keen sportsman and when the house was founded, in 1849, it quickly […]
Heritage starts here For more than a hundred years Huntsman has created distinctive tweed collections. Now it’s your turn. Choose a design and pick out your colours: we’ll put all our expertise and technical know-how at your disposal for the tweed to take shape on an antique loom in the mills of Scotland. From […]
Huntsman is proud to announce that last week we enjoyed another historic moment in the house’s history. We now have a permanent second home in New York, a 2,030 square foot pied-à-terre dedicated entirely to fulfilling the needs of our American clients. Housed in the same building as the previous appointment-only space at 130 W. […]
Huntsman helped to bring this year’s Royal Ascot to a celebratory conclusion, by hosting a party for over 400 guests aboard The Rosebery, a 1966 vintage double decker bus set up on the sidelines of the race course, near to the Royal Enclosure. Together with South Kensington members’ club Albert’s and Sam Sangster Bloodstock, the […]
Huntsman was lucky enough to be paid a visit by Roger Stephenson, Deputy Chairman of Lock & Co, the seventh-generation milliner. After bringing his best silk top hats for our perusal and introducing us to a very odd head measuring contraption, we interviewed Roger about his top tips for top hats and a few milliner […]
Long forgotten in our archives, two classic designs are now brilliantly brought to life in collaboration with Joshua Ellis, one of England’s oldest cashmere makers. United by a shared passion for detail and commitment to quality, the firms have come together to produce limited-edition tweeds in celebration of the manufacturer’s 250th anniversary. Subtle, sophisticated and […]
The Ballyedmond Collection Part II: Gentlemen’s Accessories online sale features a selection of elegant gentlemen’s dressing accessories assembled by discerning collector Lord Ballyedmond. To coincide with the sale, we asked Campbell Carey, Creative Director at Huntsman, to select his personal favourites from the collection. He told us: “I’d advise our clients to wear cufflinks anytime […]
There is something magical to the father-son relationship. Differing waistlines, varying interests and a generational age gap do so little to dampen the affection, respect and adoration that a father has for his son; and vice versa. There’s a Jewish proverb that sums it up better than we ever could: ‘When a father gives to […]
With guests in attendance including designers Martino Gamper and Piergiorgio Robino of Studio Nucleo – who joined in a discussion on the fusion of art, style, and design – together with a clutch of Sotheby’s clients, Huntsman’s chairman Pierre Lagrange unveiled the house’s latest silk lining by a renowned artist. The house has collaborated with […]
In developing this new design, Huntsman Creative Director Campbell Carey has designed a shirt that complements the life and style of the modern gentleman: looking smart on the go, with or without a tie. He’s partly achieved that through the introduction of two floating collars, the Huntsman and Hammick, named after our legendary Head Cutter […]
Having our roots in the equestrian world since 1849, Huntsman’s early designs began marrying equestrian wear with bespoke tailoring leading to our highly distinguishable House silhouette. Recent years have seen Huntsman remain involved in racing, luckily counting ourselves as a members of the 5 Hertford Street Racing Club, with two fillies: Hertford Dancer & Struck […]
The competition, which had run from late last year until the end of February, attracted over 250 entrants from around the world, who each posted their tweed designs to Instagram. The 20 designs with the most Instagram likes were then put before a panel of judges last week, who gathered for a lunch at London’s […]
As always, our Creative Director and Head Cutter Campbell Carey has designed our ready-to-wear tailoring to reflect our bespoke creations and to make dressing for any occasion as elegant and effortless as possible. Hand tailored in England, featuring our signature one-button silhouette, suiting remains the backbone of Spring Summer ‘17, cut in lightweight cloths that […]
They fell into the company’s hands quite by chance; being left by a care-free customer who popped out to lunch in 1921, got caught up in a party and neglected to return. They preside over our handsome open plan shop which carries our full collection of ready to wear clothing and accessories as well as […]
Earlier this week, during the London show season, Huntsman threw open the doors of its Savile Row headquarters, to serve as a calm haven for those in the fashion industry to stop by for a cup of tea or a glass of Champagne in the handsome, wood-panelled space. There, guests – who numbered Huntsman’s chairman […]
Pioneering a new heritage of luxury This extremely limited edition cloth is woven from Tengri’s rare Khangai Noble Yarns® – Mongolian yak fibres that are as soft as cashmere, warmer than merino wool, breathable and hypoallergenic. An ancient animal dating back 10,000 years, this ancient beast and its fibres have remained unexplored until today. The […]
Our cutters and tailors produced over 160 orders for the iconic actor. Gregory’s passion for Huntsman has been passed down to his family. Today we continue to look after two more generations of men and women of his clan. In June 2014, as part of the London Collection : Men shows, we were proud to […]
The prize for the ten outfits he judged the most “stylish, interesting, and original,” was an invitation to attend a dinner hosted at Huntsman’s Savile Row headquarters, to brighten up the otherwise lacklustre month of January. The dinner, which Crompton hosted together with Huntsman’s owner and chairman Pierre Lagrange, took place at Huntsman last week. […]
Pierre Lagrange, had been a keen enthusiast of Rolexes and Bamford Watches, being the owner of one of the very first editions of black submariners. Over the years, the Rolex Daytona ‘Paul Newman’ has become one of the most sought-after watches in the world. With the connection of Newman as a Huntsman client it seemed […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with the stories that Sotheby’s has woven through this series of films. Watch Episode 2 of Treasures from Chatsworth, Presented by […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
The box – which is trimmed with Huntsman’s green Machir tweed and a maroon ribbon – contains a wealth of handsome accessories from the house’s collections. Among them are a 100% silk, square-ended tie, knit with a rugged, “crie de la soie” texture. There’s also a 100% silk pocket square, printed with a delicate line […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with the stories that Sotheby’s has woven through this series of films. Watch Episode of 1 of Treasures from Chatsworth, Presented […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Collecting is an art form in itself. For over 16 generations the Cavendish family has commissioned and collected contemporary art. Their passion for the present as well as the past is what makes Chatsworth one of the world’s greatest collections. The seat of the 12th Duke of Devonshire and home to the Cavendish family since […]
Bespoke tailoring is about more than clothes: it is an entire culture of which the best garments that money can buy and the human hand can make are the tangible product. And on the individual level it is a habit that soon becomes an addiction. My grandfather had beautiful clothes many of which I wore […]
Conceived by Sotheby’s and presented by Huntsman, ‘Treasures from Chatsworth’ celebrates the Cavendish family’s centuries-long passion for art and collecting. The partnership between Huntsman and the Sotheby’s series, strikes a chord with the heritage that Huntsman represents . The way in which contemporary designs are influenced by those of previous generations of craftsmen resonates with […]
Launching November 2 at The Rake’s online boutique, the jacket has been designed by our creative director Campbell Carey, together with The Rake. The silhouette takes its cues from “the halcyon era of the 70’s,” Wei Koh, Founder of The Rake says. Its design conjures up the distinctive style of the decade’s playboys, among them […]
I suppose it all began with the Airstreams. I have long had a hankering for the timeless American trailers. I was facinated by their design. So after purchasing historic Savile row tailor, Huntsman, I was quick find the perfect excuse to combine Huntsman’s bespoke tweeds with the silver-aluminum caravans. Having experienced their amazing comfort while […]
The players – Allen Hurns and Allen Robinson – are members of the Jacksonville Jaguars NFL team, and were visiting London for their October 2nd match against the Indianapolis Colts, at Wembley Stadium. But they also took the opportunity during the trip to complete the bespoke experience that they had embarked on this summer, when […]
Ruscha has lent the design of his striking 1987 work, “Boy Meets Girl,”– an acrylic painting that depicts a dazzling grid of lights, overlaid with the words “Boy Meets Girl” – to the lining of a one-off Huntsman jacket, which was successfully auctioned for $26,000 in October to benefit America’s Alzheimer’s Association. Carol Pierce, general manager […]
The house threw the event together with men’s style magazine The Rake, to add to the money raised by the Distinguished Gentleman’s Ride, which had taken place the previous Sunday. The event saw groups of men in cities around the world take to their motorbikes for a mass ride, to raise money for Movember, which […]
Huntsman’s Savile Row headquarters temporarily transformed into a gallery space Thursday night, when the house hosted an exhibition of portrait artist (and Huntsman customer) Alexander Talbot Rice’s work. The artist, who served in the British Territorial Army before pursuing art, counts Queen Elizabeth II, Pope Benedict, the Duke of Edinburgh, and the late Lady Thatcher […]
It’s a month that signals the end of summer – the cocktail parties are fewer, the clothes thicker and the gold-plated Ferraris vanish from the Royal Borough’s streets. In a sense it’s sad, but it fosters a different kind of fun: the start of the dinner party season. Last week – while waiting for a […]
Bespoke suits rubbed shoulders with antique timepieces at Huntsman’s Savile Row home on Monday night, at a dinner hosted by Huntsman and Sotheby’s chairman Harry Dalmeny to mark the auction house’s sale of rare English watches, called “Celebration of the English Watch Part II: John Harrison’s Enduring Discovery.” (Harrison was an 18th Century watchmaker, who […]
The cocktail at Huntsman’s 11 Savile Row headquarters celebrated Malin’s new book “Beaches,” which spotlights his aerial photographs of some of the world’s most captivating vacation spots. Among them are the turquoise waters of Bora Bora, the white shores of the Grand Saline Beach at St. Barth, and sunbathers dotted around the Barcelona Nude Beach. […]
Huntsman, bespoke tailors on Savile Row, has a natural affinity with the legendary horse racing event Royal Ascot, given both the meeting’s very British nature, and its reputation as a showcase for racegoers’ sartorial flair. Previous years saw Huntsmen gracing the noblest enclosures, from Gregory Peck to Sir John Warren, the Queen’s racing manager. This […]
In the whirl of shows and presentations that take place over London Collections: Men, Huntsman offered those in the fashion industry a welcome respite from the hubbub by throwing a laid-back cocktail party at its Savile Row headquarters Saturday night. Guests included Huntsman’s Chairman Pierre Lagrange, models David Gandy, Oliver Cheshire & Johannes Huebl as […]
The dinner celebrated Huntsman’s long history of dressing the late actor Gregory Peck, a bona fide member of Hollywood royalty. Huntsman’s chairman Pierre Lagrange co-hosted the event, together with the house’s newly appointed CEO Philippe Brenninkmeijer, and Michael Smith. Gregory Peck’s son Anthony Peck featured as the guest of honour and gave an emotional tribute […]
The Mille Miglia, a classic car race that winds from the Italian city of Brescia to Rome, and then back again, is a showcase for some of the world’s most beautiful vintage cars. Paying homage to the first incarnation of the Mille Miglia, which took place between 1927 and 1957 with a pause during World […]
Huntsman, together with luxury shirt-maker Emma Willis, wants to provide a helping hand to boost the confidence of British soldiers returning from war zones with life-changing injuries. To do that, the house has joined with Willis’s charity, Style for Soldiers, to provide bespoke and made-to-measure suits for a number of ex-servicemen with conflict injuries. The […]
One of the most anticipated events of the English season, Royal Ascot is as much about the sartorial spectacle as it is about horse racing. From the famed “Ascot Gavotte” scene in “My Fair Lady,” to the sightings of elegantly dressed royals – the Queen’s royal procession opens the event each day – this five-day […]
Huntsman open its doors to the great and the good in celebration of Benjamin Wild’s book on Cecil Beaton. ‘A Life in Fashion’ takes a retrospective look at Beaton’s style through the prism of his wardrobe. Drawing on unpublished records and interviews with Beaton’s former tailors, Benjamin Wild delightfully scrutinizes Beaton’s approach to fashion as […]
On Tuesday, February 2nd, 2016, Huntsman celebrated the opening of their New York pied-a-terre, Huntsman on 57th, the brand’s first New York location, with a dinner co-hosted by Huntsman Owner and Chairman Pierre Lagrange, Jay McInerney and Anthony Peck. Lagrange, McInerney and Peck ( here with Chef Eric Ripert and guests Peter Soros and John […]
Happy Year of the Monkey to all our Huntsman clients! Whilst holidaying in Mustique, our Chairman came across a beautiful shirt with a monkey printed pattern, among the silk prints Lotty Bunbury produces for the Island boutique. Over the years, Lotty has become somewhat of a celebrity artisan of silkscreens, producing great designs inspired by […]
January 2016 sees Huntsman welcome Chinese superstar Hu Bing back to London as part of the London Collections Men season. Hu is the British Fashion Council’s only International Ambassador, an appointment that came about as a result of his entrenched relationship with the world of luxury menswear and his acute understanding of craftsmanship and detail. […]
Prince Harry will line up the for Sentebale Huntsman team in the Sentebale Polo Cup at Ghantoot Racing & Polo Club in the United Arab Emirates on Thursday 20th November. Huntsman has sponsored the Sentebale Huntsman polo team. Sentebale is a charity, founded by Prince Harry and Prince Seeiso to help vulnerable children in Lesotho […]
Many customers choose Huntsman for the incomparable quality of the cloths selected by our cutters and client managers. We have long been committed to sourcing and weaving the finest suitings available, bringing them to our customers by limited edition and producing them only when we feel the time is right and there is a remarkable […]
Since September 2015 Huntsman Creative Director Campbell Carey and Emma Willis design teams collaborated to produce two new and exclusive Huntsman shirt patterns, conceived to sit perfectly under our suits and with a raft of Huntsman DNA details that define luxury and skilled craftsmanship. Our slim fit shirt is for those who prefer a trimmer cut (but […]
Our current window showcases a selection of our Huntsman house tweeds produced over the last decade and a variety of styling options when it comes to shooting and weekends out of town. From a classic sports jacket, to a shooting jacket with shooting sleeves and a belted back, or a pair of plus twos, we […]
Sheep on the Row celebrated wool and its characteristics, hardiness and versatility. What better way to show this off than with torrential rain and sixty sheep, none of whom seemed to remotely mind the wet weather thanks to their thick fleeces! Turning on to Savile Row last Monday morning was a magical experience. The site […]
Huntsman looks forward to throwing open its doors to friends old and new on Monday 5 October when it plays an active role in Sheep on Savile Row. Visitors to Savile Row will be blown away by the pastoral scene that awaits them. In celebration of Wool Week, an initiative by the Campaign for Wool […]
The Huntsman by James De Givenchy for Taffin James de Givenchy creates exceptional pieces in his Manhattan studio, for those few clients in the secret of his Taffin bespoke jewellery. James loves the impeccable precision of jewellery design and likes to include a playful element into each of his works. James’ uncle, famed couturier Hubert […]
Huntsman is pleased to have served as the inspiration for Matthew Vaughn’s new action movie, Kingsman: The Secret Service. The action packed and hilarious spy caper plays tongue in cheek homage to other “secret service” films but stands head and shoulders above the others in its close attention to sartorial elegance. James Bond may have […]
Striking a chord with us here at Huntsman (the location that inspired the movies), we thought we would share some of the non-exhaustive (sartorial) rules that we stand by in order to ensure that the individual presents himself correctly at all times. Briefly drawing attention to the title of this blog “It’s called a coat, […]
Directed by Matthew Vaughn, the exciting spy caper is great fun with a cast that includes rising star Taron Egerton, Colin Firth, Mark Strong, Michael Caine and Samuel L Jackson. The film was written by Vaughn and Jane Goldman and based on the comic book, Secret Service. The Kingsman Secret Service Headquarters are hidden behind […]
