The kilt is one of the most recognisable garments in the world, with a rich heritage rooted in Scotland and generations of skilled craftsmanship behind its construction.
While the tartan may be the most visible part of a beautifully made kilt, behind it lies a selection of specialist tailoring materials that help give the finished garment its structure, strength and longevity.
Autumn is a season that naturally lends itself to new ideas, fresh collections and preparations for the months ahead.
At B&B, we have been busy expanding several key product ranges, introducing new additions across our linings, trimmings and accessories collections.We’re also looking forward to meeting customers and industry colleagues at The Luxury Fabric Show later this
As a summer of sunshine and heatwaves continues across the UK, it has also been a season full of activity and opportunity. Across the tailoring and garment industries new collections are taking shape and preparations are already underway for the months ahead.At B&B we’ve been focusing on expanding some of our key product ranges whilst staying connected with customers
As spring arrives, there is a real sense of renewal in the air. The year has started with purpose and plenty to look forward to, including the launch of our new Printed Lining Collection designs.This launch featured a new oversized bunch with 33 fresh designs, all presented through a dedicated website that introduces The WOW Collection.We have also been active across the industry,
Introducing The WOW Collection!
We’re thrilled to introduce the new version of our Printed Lining Collection bunch.
The Printed Lining Collection is a unique and exclusive premium collection of high quality digitally printed and rotary screen-printed linings.
Our digital prints are applied to a
The winter season brings both celebration and preparation. December is a time to acknowledge the progress we’ve made whilst looking ahead to the opportunities of the coming year.
After observing a short business closure over Christmas and New Year, allowing our team to pause and refresh, we have returned with renewed focus in January.
As summer fades and the first hints of autumn settle in, it’s a fitting time to reflect on the season behind us. Whether it was spent stitching up new ideas or simply enjoying a slower pace, the past few months have offered a welcome breath of fresh air.
Now, as we turn our attention to the
Last week B&B paid its very first visit to William Clark – a manufacturer in Northern Ireland that supplies our key linen and cotton products. Established in 1736 William Clark has an incredible pedigree and history supplying fabrics in the early part of the 20th Century to the East India Company and for use in military uniforms.
We were thrilled to sponsor two second year Fashion Design students from South Essex College of Further and Higher Education for their end of year final degree show. South Essex College, based close to our offices in Southend on Sea, offer a degree course in Fashion Design. The course is offered in partnership with University of the Arts London and
Last week the team from B&B attended the Golden Shears 2019. Known as The Oscars of the tailoring world, the Golden Shears has for many years celebrated the achievements of bespoke tailoring students and apprentices.
Held every two years, students and apprentices have the
opportunity to submit an outfit to the competition. This is something that