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In conversation with Patrick Grant

Patrick Grant has a lot to say about clothes; how many we buy, how we value them, what they’re made from, and importantly who made them and where. His campaigning clothes brand Community Clothing supports local clothing and textile manufacturers across the UK and Patrick is an outspoken advocate for radical change in the fashion industry. He … Continued

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IPOL Conference 2025 – Honest Luxury

Held on Saturday 10 June in central London, the packed, invitation-only event was attended by a mix of VIP fashion guests, including press, stylists, fashion houses, influencers, and professional models.

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In conversation with Zandra Rhodes

Known for her fabulously bold prints, the iconic British designer, Dame Zandra Rhodes, launched her eponymous fashion brand 56 years ago. Nicknamed ‘The Princess of Punk’, Rhodes burst onto the fashion scene in the late 1960s and continues to work from her studio in London. Rhodes began as a printed textile designer and is renowned … Continued

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In conversation with Richard McVetis

Richard McVetis studied at Manchester School of Art before studying at the Royal College of Art, where he now teaches. McVetis has been shortlisted for several distinguished prizes, including the Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize, UK, 2023; the Jerwood Drawing Prize, UK, 2011 and 2017, and the international Loewe Craft Prize, 2018. In addition, McVetis … Continued

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In conversation with Mark Sainsbury

Mark enjoyed a 25-year career in hospitality, developing and running some of London’s most successful restaurants and hotels including Moro Restaurant, Zetter Hotel, and the Grain Store in Kings Cross. In 2011 Mark co-founded the Sustainable Restaurant Association which with its brand Food Made Good is fast becoming the global standard for sustainable food service … Continued

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In conversation with Maria Grachvogel

Obsessed with the idea that clothing can transform your body, your mood and your confidence Maria experiments with innovative cutting always keeping the woman who wears the clothing front of mind. She is personally committed to preserving the craft of luxury fashion and is working with a technology partner to reimagine the future of fashion. … Continued

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In conversation with Geordie Willis

We are delighted to bring you the first episode of Season 9 of the In Pursuit of Luxury Podcast. This season we are focusing on everything British, from wine and spirits to fashion, regenerative farming, craftsmanship and art. This time visiting our guests in their studios, workshops and business to capture the essence of their … Continued

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