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► Cashmere & fine woollens

When Alexander Johnston established his Elgin mill in 1797, so began a story of craft, fabric and innovation, which put Johnstons of Elgin on the global map. In 2017 Johnstons of Elgin won the prestigious accolade for Commitment to British Manufacturing at the annual Walpole British Luxury Awards, but their credentials began in the reign of Queen Victoria. The brand pioneered cashmere and vicuña in the UK, first acclaimed with a medal for our “superb vicuña stoles” at the Great Exhibition of London in 1851. The famous Estate Tweeds pioneered the concept of camouflage and received the Royal Warrant of Appointment to His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales in 2013.

Johnstons of Elgin’s impeccable credentials stem from their mastery of the yarn and how they handle, finesse and manipulate it in ways impossible for any other manufacturing brand to match. This expertise, however, is only one strand of their story. The other lies in their ability to innovate in the truest sense of the word. Today, Johnstons of Elgin lead the way in technical innovation, using state-of-the-art techniques and tools, such as Shima Seiki whole garment technology, digital knitting, ultra-fine jacquard weaving and 3D design to create fashion forward collections that transform perceptions of the brand. This is no ordinary British manufacturing story. Johnstons of Elgin has successfully established a flagship store at 77 New Bond Street in London, with further retail presence in Elgin, Hawick, St Andrews and Nantucket, USA. Their new e-commerce website, launched in autumn 2017, completes the retail circle. Johnstons of Elgin introduced their broadest and most cohesive collections, allowing designers and makers to showcase the breadth of the true creative and technical potential of Johnstons of Elgin. Their new collections are specifically designed to appeal to modern, international customers. As versatile and mobile as the people who wear them, their clothes are easy to wear, timeless, fashionable and superb quality. Johnstons of Elgin’s lightweight innovations in both knitwear and woven accessories help to provide the ranges with year-round and global commerciality. Whilst seasons and influences may change, one constant remains; the quest for beauty and luxury. Their story originates in Scotland but it takes in the couture houses and catwalks of Paris, New York and Milan, the sartorial elegance of Savile Row and beyond. Johnstons of Elgin’s long-standing partnerships with the world’s leading luxury fashion brands are based on quality, honesty and trust. Some of the team have more than 50 years’ service and commitment to their people is Johnstons of Elgin’s pledge to the future. Their new training centre in Hawick offers apprenticeships to people of all ages, nurturing their community and fortifying their greatest asset: their people.

Above, from top ► Navy & Red Bold Paisley Extra Fine Merino wool scarf. Wallace Tartan Cashmere Stole. Navy Horizontal Stripe Cashmere Lightweight Stole.

Opposite ► Merino/Cashmere Olive & Navy Handmade Pea Coat. Macleod of Lewis Tartan Cashmere Stole. Merino/Cashmere Black Single Pleat Tapered Trouser.

Below, left to right ► Cashmere Cobalt Blue Batwing Sweater paired with Cobalt Blue Cashmere Cable Knitted Scarf. Merino/Cashmere Handmade Double Face Tartan Kimono. Cashmere Navy Blazer paired with Navy Chalk Stripe, Merino/Cashmere Straight Leg Trouser.

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