If a brand’s prestige grows from provenance alone, then French brand Armor-Lux possesses prestige aplenty. From the brand’s beginnings in Brittany as an outfitter to the French navy, Armor-Lux went on to dress stars and artists including Brigitte Bardot and Picasso himself. But most importantly, alongside glittering tales from yesteryear, Armor-Lux continues to excel to this day when it comes to delivering well-made, wearable and quality fashion that lasts – and at an affordable price. We’re delighted each season when we receive samples of their timeless designs, exhibiting classic Breton stripes that remain as cool as they were the day James Dean was snapped wearing a striped Armor-Lux t-shirt. We’ve made a selection of their items available online, and always welcome customers to visit the shop and try them on. A piece by Armor-Lux becomes a well-loved wardrobe staple that will serve you well for years to come.
For a brand with a story full of character, hewn from seaside culture itself, look no further than Saint James. They started out making knitted underwear for fisherman, with these woollen shirts giving birth to the fisherman’s sweater, which influences their designs to this day. We have chosen the pieces from their range of the highest marine quality for our shop in Henley-on-Thames.
