THE JOURNAL

Founder's Favourites: Autumn

Oct 23

Founder's Favourites: Autumn

Founder's Favourites: AutumnPhil’s personal style embodies the timeless, stylish looks that we create for our Pioneers. Amidst the ever-changing tides of “fashion trends”, he seeks designs that stand the test of time, drawing inspiration from the past. With more of our Mountain Range being released soon, we sat down withRead more...

Chef Stories: James Strawbridge

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Chef Stories: James Strawbridge

James Strawbridge is a chef and food photographer based in Cornwall. He produces cookbooks for a living, develops recipes and can be found foraging for wild food with his family. We collaborated with James back in the summer and he created a delicious Shakshuka recipe which was hugely popular withRead more...

The Art of Slowing Down

&SONS artisan makers pioneers Aug 22

The Art of Slowing Down

The printmaker who uses ancient artistic techniques to slow down in the modern world Brian Park is a printmaker, who runs a busy workshop at the Edinburgh College of Art. Together with his students, they create Etchings, Screen-prints, Woodcuts, Risographs & Lithographs all under the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle.  Read more...

The Best Denim Jeans for Men: Long-wearing Style

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The Best Denim Jeans for Men: Long-wearing Style

This is the &SONS guide to the best jeans with all the details about the cut, and care instructions so you can make the right choice for you and your lifestyle.  Read more...

The Manual For Life

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The Manual For Life

We take pride in crafting each garment to perfection. This means we focus on the tiny details, but also the larger collection as a whole. Phil’s aspirations included a collection that worked as stand-alone pieces but also together, like a giant, stylish jigsaw. We make It simple for our PioneersRead more...

The Pursuit of Perfection

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The Pursuit of Perfection

In the beginning, &SONS was a passion project that came from the mind of Phil James. As an advertising photographer of 30 years, he was a knowledgeable creative who saw huge gaps in the market when it came to functional clothing that looked great.   Read more...

Origins of The Heritage Collection

&SONS artisan makers pioneers Vintage May 22

Origins of The Heritage Collection

Origins of The Heritage CollectionFrom the very beginning, our inspiration has come from heritage workwear, mixing British and American styles to create timeless classics for the modern Pioneer. Some of our first pieces still exist in today’s collection, which is a testament to the design and build of these uniqueRead more...

The Pioneer of Deer River Craftsman

&SONS artisan makers pioneers Apr 22

The Pioneer of Deer River Craftsman

Founder of Deer River Craftsman in North Wales, Mark Peacock has been a furniture maker for over 20 years. His list of skills notes Joinery and Cabinetry and branches into new materials and artisan trades like Blacksmithing, Leather & Upholstery.  Mark has been an avid fan of our workwear for over 2 yearsRead more...

The Leather Accessories To Complete Your Seasonal Style

&SONS artisan makers Mar 22

The Leather Accessories To Complete Your Seasonal Style

These finishing touches to a Pioneers wardrobe can bring an outfit to life, serving as functional additions to that layered look and adding a new aesthetic to your outfit. Our leather pieces are handmade by independent artisan makers using locally sourced hides and vintage hardware. Read more...

Abstracts - Bill Farrelly

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Abstracts - Bill Farrelly

 Bill Farrelly (@staychillbill) only started sewing a few years ago, but now he works full time out of his living room in Redondo Beach, California, creating custom chain-stitched patchwork for Hollywood’s most fashionable performers, including Greta Van Fleet, Post Malone, and Orville Peck.When we asked the 30-year-old artist to be partRead more...

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