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BEHIND THE CRAFT: THE MAKING OF A HERBERT JOHNSON POET HAT

At Herbert Johnson, each hat tells a story, woven from time-honoured techniques and the hands of skilled artisans. From raw materials to the finishing touches, the creation of our iconic Poet Hats ...

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Bridle Leather vs. Calf Leather: Which leather is right for you?

When you step into the world of luxury leather goods at Swaine London, you’ll discover that we proudly use both bridle and calf leather in our handcrafted products. But what sets these leathers apa...

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Behind the Craft: The Making of the Swaine Salisbury Folio - Swaine

Behind the Craft: The Making of the Swaine Salisbury Folio

At Swaine, the art of crafting leather goods is steeped in tradition, innovation, and meticulous attention to detail. One of our standout creations, the Salisbury Document Case, is a testament to t...

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The Year of the Dragon - Swaine

The Year of the Dragon

  The House of Swaine eagerly anticipates the Year of the Dragon, aligning with their family values of strength and resilience. The dragon's symbolism of power and good fortune will bring prosper...

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Meet the Artist: Alexis Bruchon - Swaine

Meet the Artist: Alexis Bruchon

At Swaine we have worked with a talented illustrator to make our rich history come to life. Alexis Bruchon is a French illustrator from Clermont-Ferrand, surrounding volcanoes where he draws his i...

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The Best Umbrella Types - Swaine

The Best Umbrella Types

Brigg & Co. have been royal umbrella makers since the company’s founding in the 19th century and remain the most decorated umbrella manufacturer in the UK. Handcrafted at our workshops in Cambr...

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Gentleman's Etiquette: Umbrellas - Swaine

Gentleman's Etiquette: Umbrellas

AN ETYMOLOGY  Brigg umbrellas are more than the sum of their components. Fundamentally, we at Brigg do not make an umbrella, we make a canopy. From the Norman conquest onwards, canopies were used ...

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Journey to Perfumery Excellence: Crafting the House of Swaine's Signature Candle Scents - Swaine

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. 

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Personalise Your Heritage Piece - Swaine

Personalise 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...

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