Folk AW12

Folk

3 February 2012 | By

As the brand prepares for its womenswear debut, Drapers gets a first look at its autumn 12 range.

À la mode: the autumn 12 collection has a Gallic feel

Hentsch Man

20 January 2012 | By Ian Wright

As it expands into a full clothing offer, this classic brand still retains the cut and detail of its signature shirts.

All white: the range is split 50/50 between men’s and women’s shirts

Palmer Harding

16 December 2011 | By

Starting from spring 12, this design duo are on a mission to perfect the great white shirt.

Class act: the spring 12 collection includes suede and leather brogue styles

Sanders

25 November 2011 | By Ian Wright

A more contemporary approach is winning this classic men’s footwear label an army of new fans.

Cup winners: the Superbra range

Panache

11 November 2011 | By

Best known for its Superbras, the lingerie brand is raising its game with a new sports bra.

Star quality: as well as its signature T-shirts, the brand offers jackets and chinos

Sin Star

28 October 2011 | By

Set up as a sideline by two musicians, this T-shirt brand is proving a hit with indies.

Busy Mother: the spring 12 collection includes flared jeans, shorts and brightly coloured styles

Mother

14 October 2011 | By James Knowles

UK stockists have latched on to this US denim brand thanks to its cashmere-feel material and bright colours.

Fairground attraction: the spring 12 collection focuses on a funfair and beach theme

Sister by Sibling

30 September 2011 | By Graeme Moran

The men’s knitwear brand is keeping fun and wit in the family for the launch of its womenswear label.

Centre of attention: spring 12 focuses on prints and block colours

Baum und Pferdgarten

16 September 2011 | By

The brand’s minimal but eye-catching look will further stoke the UK’s passion for Danish womenswear.

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Boutique by Jaeger

2 September 2011

Jaeger’s younger sub-brand is going it alone in the UK wholesale market for spring 12.

A ‘hot mess’: the new season’s bold look nods to 1980s shell suits

Horace

27 January 2012 | By Ian Wright

Expect the unexpected from this innovative streetwear brand for autumn 12.

Strapped in: rucksacks from the mainline

Master-Piece

6 January 2012 | By Ian Wright

As Fred Perry and Woolrich will testify, a collaboration with this detail-obsessed Japanese accessories brand is something to be treasured.

Quality ‘street’: the brand’s eclectic designs have gained a cult following

Ksubi

2 December 2011

There’s a world of difference between this label and its denim rivals, which isn’t just due to its Australian address.

Woolly thinking: the autumn 11 offer showcases the label’s chunky, textural approach

Am Golhar

18 November 2011 | By Ian Wright

This men’s knitwear designer’s rare combination of innovation and commercial nous is wooing buyers.

Mix and match: items from different seasons are intended to be worn together

Nü by Staff Woman

4 November 2011 | By

It may stick to the same palette each season, but this Danish brand still pulls off a distinctive look.

Style injection: the brand updates basic items with inventive patterns and colourways (spring 12 pictured)

Vanishing Elephant

21 October 2011 | By Graeme Moran

Once encountered, it seems buyers never forget this Aussie menswear brand thanks to its quirky twists on classic pieces.

Sunspel

Sunspel

7 October 2011 | By

British heritage brand Sunspel has grown from its underwear roots to a fully-fledged premium brand.

Finders Keepers

Finders Keepers

23 September 2011 | By Graeme Moran

With its monthly drops of fresh looks, this Australian label can help womenswear indies to lead the pack on trends.

Ready for take off: the spring 12 collection is inspired by the feeling of flight

Melinda Gloss

9 September 2011 | By

Set up by two French philosophy students, this luxury menswear brand majors in studied cool.

Cool classics: Mr Hare’s styles are updated with distinctive design tweaks

Mr Hare

26 August 2011 | By

Marc Hare’s determinedly upscale but simple men’s shoes are attracting serious attention.

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