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Fashion and tradition: how John Smedley is innovating in a tough market
UK NewsBusiness•November 1, 2026 at 12:00 PMNational

Fashion and tradition: how John Smedley is innovating in a tough market

By Sarah Butler•The Guardian - UK News

In the final article in a series on high-end British manufacturing we look at a clothing brand that dates to the 18th century but is increasingly on-trendMaking jeans again: the Hiut Denim factory in CardiganRolls-Royce rides high on craze for customisationLuxury leather: from wallets to cigar casesTina is wielding a large pair of scissors with authority, slicing with immense skill and precision.With 38 years of experience, she is an important member of the 230-strong manufacturing team producing fine knitwear for the John Smedley brand. Using a chalk, a semi-circular guide and a sharp pair of scissors, she cuts necklines in the knitted garments ready for the final trim to be attached. Continue reading...

In the final article in a series on high-end British manufacturing we look at a clothing brand that dates to the 18th century but is increasingly on-trend

Tina is wielding a large pair of scissors with authority, slicing with immense skill and precision.

With 38 years of experience, she is an important member of the 230-strong manufacturing team producing fine knitwear for the John Smedley brand. Using a chalk, a semi-circular guide and a sharp pair of scissors, she cuts necklines in the knitted garments ready for the final trim to be attached.

Continue reading...

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