Love for Labrum
Hot on the heels of John Lewis’s womenswear designer collaboration with Rejina Pyo comes their menswear offering with British African label Labrum. Inspired by a fusion of cultures, combining the bold patterns and vibrant textiles of West Africa with contemporary British colour and silhouettes. “I was inspired by our shared passion for storytelling, a celebration of the UK's diversity, and a love for textiles,” said Labrum founder and creative director Foday Dumbuya of the 38-piece collection which includes signature elements like the Nomoli logo and intricate jacquard fabrics.
Sweater vest, £99, johnlewis.com
Health in Mind
Now in its sixth year, Mr Porter’s Health In Mind initiative – which drives conversations and positive action around men’s mental health – has partnered with Drake’s on a capsule edit of British style classics that blend nostalgic 80s and 90s references with Savile Row tailoring. Think herringbone blazers, bold knits from the Scottish Borders and vintage-inspired baseball caps. Not just that: 100% of profits from the first month will be donated to Mr P’s charity partner, Movember, the leading charity changing the face of men’s health.
Cap, £75, jumper £295, and check shirt £275, all Drake’s + HIM, mrporter.com
Look good, do good
As Bicester Village celebrates its 30th anniversary, it also marks five transformative years of partnership with Smart Works, the award-winning UK charity helping women secure employment through clothing, coaching, and confidence. This season, their collaboration comes to life through a pop-up, presented by Do Good within The Village Attic, a space that welcomes guests to explore an inspiring edit of vintage designer clothing, jewellery, shoes, and accessories curated by Bay Garnett, a freelance fashion stylist and advocate for sustainability and known for her eye for a great vintage find. Garnett has sourced over 200 unique pieces from across the UK, including treasures from the Smart Works archive. The rails are lined with names that define timeless craftsmanship: Alaïa, Saint Laurent, Anna Sui, Hayley Menzies. Every sale carries a deeper meaning: 100% of proceeds go directly to Smart Works, supporting women as they take their next steps into employment.
The Bicester Collection
Havin’ a scarf
The Burberry check has become one of the most recognisable heritage prints, first used as a fabric lining in the brand’s raincoats in the 1920s. Burberry has launched a Scarf Bar within its stores worldwide, including London Regent Street and has captured the warmth and character of the Check scarf in a new portrait series featuring friends of the house from Olivia Colman, Amelia Gray to Tyson Beckford, the images showcase the timeless appeal and the individuality of those who wear it. The bespoke suite allows customers to explore the heritage and craft behind the iconic British design and choose from a well curated selection of scarves, from soft cashmere to silk twill in a rich palette of colours, patterns and textures, with more than 30 shades of Burberry Check to discover. A complimentary monogramming service allows customers to add up to five initials stitched in a chosen colour. The world of scarves expands online with Virtual Try-On, the interactive experience guides customers in their search for the perfect scarf.
From £355, Burberry
Give it a boot
Bring on the cold weather and treat your feet to a cosy boot. Sacai‘s second collaboration with Ugg features three distinct silhouettes: a daring thigh-high boot, a chunky loafer, and a modern hiker boot. Crafted from luxurious soft suede and cozy sheepskin. The loafer comes in a chunky sole, the hiker takes on a mountain-boot-inspired shape, elevated with playful, fluffy details emerging from the laces and the thigh high boot comes with a buckle at the back and can be worn fully fastened for a sleek look or folded down to showcase the sheepskin lining.
Boots £300, Ugg
Join the club
Nicholas Daley’s 13 piece edit for Carhartt WIP sees the designer pay tribute to a pioneering reggae club night in Edinburgh in 1972, hosted by his parents Maureen and Jeffrey Daley, which ran for a decade. Daley celebrates his core values of community, craftsmanship and culture, while nodding to his own heritage, with subtle references to both Jamaica and Scotland woven throughout the collection; including custom pin badges and t-shirts inspired by his parents’ “Reggae Klub”, as well as a record bag in a custom tartan print, created in collaboration with the knitting circle Daley’s mother organises.
From £65-£355, nicholasdaley.net and carhartt-wip.com
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