EXPLORE THE HOUSE OF SWAINE
JOURNAL ENTRIES
Journey to Perfumery Excellence: Crafting the House of Swaine's Signature Candle Scents
The collaboration with Robertet wasn't merely a scent-finding mission; it was a harmonious partnership to encapsulate the soul of the House of Swaine in every flicker of the candle flame.
Read morePersonalise Your Heritage Piece
The House of Swaine remains one of the most decorated umbrella manufacturers throughout the United Kingdom. Dating back to the 19th century, our Brigg umbrellas have long been cherished everyday ac...
Read moreNational Hat Day with Herbert Johnson
National Hat Day, observed on January 15th each year, is a delightful occasion that invites people from all walks of life to showcase their unique style and personality through a myriad of hats....
Read moreTom O’Dell of Tom O’Dell Studios is a creative director, menswear stylist and brand consultant. We recently had a conversation in regards to our share appreciation for handcrafted heritage prod...
Read moreHerbert Johnson and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
It is November 2018 and I’m in London at an intimate evening gathering listening to Deborah Nadoolman-Landis speak about her career as a costume designer. We are treated to a couple of hours of w...
Read moreHerbert Johnson - a Hatter, not a Milliner.
While a milliner creates decorative headwear with the intent to embellish and adorn, a hatter creates headwear that serves a purpose. At Herbert Johnson, we specialise in the latter. We have be...
Read moreSwaine's very own distinguished historic hatters, Herbert Johnson, created the hat of one of popular cinema's most enduring iconic heroes.
Read moreThe master-craftsmen at Swaine created a two-piece "Brigg" Umbrella, with a whangee bamboo crook handle and a canopy covered in black silk.
Read moreA Horse Trainer pays a visit to No. 7, Piccadilly Arcade, in search of something special for his beloved, ahead of their 30th Wedding Anniversary. Upon placing his unwavering faith in the Shop Cler...
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