In Light Blue, the bomber takes on a distinctive, contemporary character — a shade that turns an outerwear staple into something people actually ask you about. The pale suede reads differently in different light, shifting between a cool sky blue and something closer to powder, and the tonal ribbed wool trim keeps it grounded rather than precious. A bomber jacket in lamb suede, handcrafted in East London, England, by one of the last remaining workshops specialising in garment-grade leatherwork. The suede is sourced from Italian tanneries — soft enough that you notice it the moment you pick it up, with a nap that stays uniform rather than going shaggy after a few wears. Swiss Riri zipper on the front. Silver hardware on the pockets. The lining is tonal too — matched to the suede, not an afterthought. East London has a 300-year history of sartorial production going back to Huguenot silk weavers in Spitalfields, and this workshop is one of the few still doing things the way they were meant to be done. The kind of jacket you stop thinking about buying and start thinking about wearing.
##Made in east London
East London is renowned for its 300-year history of sartorial excellence, originating from the arrival of Huguenot silk weavers fleeing France to Spitalfields in 1685. With big brands moving production to South-East Asia (where they’ve taken advantage of lower costs, lax labour laws and quality control), the Spitalfields area has experienced a steep decline in the manufacturing of high-end clothing and footwear. We are lucky to be working with one of the only remaining workshops specialising in garment production using the finest Italian and Spanish leathers. Experienced craftsmen from the golden age of East End garment-making bring decades of expertise to our timeless collection of leather jackets and coats.
##Not all suede is created equal. The soft, supple kind of the finest quality is hard to come by, and we’re lucky our East End artisans know how to source it.
A smooth, uniform nap sets apart good suede from shaggy, course variations. Suede’s unique properties mean it is both incredibly soft, and highly durable.
Waves of immigration combined with abject poverty, rapid industrialisation, and political activism to turn the East End into a crucible of cultural expression.
Take an iconic jacket, and make it to the highest possible standard. So good you’ll bequeath it to a loved one. We’ve given our craftsmen the strictest instruction to not compromise on any part of the making process. Put it on for today’s journey and tomorrow’s adventure - que sera sera, mate.
• Handmade in England
• Lamb Suede
• Swiss Riri Zipper
• Wool Ribbing
