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29th April 2013 | Colour, Film, Fun, General, I Spy Smedley, Pic of the Day, Press | Leave a comment
The fantastic Sir Ben Kinglsey wearing style Bobby in a recent interview about his latest role in Iron Man 3. Bobby is our classic vee-neck sweater made from extra fine Merino wool.

Sir Ben Kingsley wearing style Bobby
Sir Ben Kingsley, wears style Bobby in ‘Mazarine Blue’ a new colour from our Autumn / Winter 2013 Collection. This style will be coming soon to the John Smedley Flagship store and online, watch this space! To watch the whole interview click here.
Tags: Autumn Winter 2013, Bobby, Flagship Store, Mazarine Blue, Merino Wool, Sir Ben Kingsley, vee neck
13th March 2013 | Colour, Design, General, Pic of the Day, Retail, Style | Leave a comment
Cashmere and Silk; two of the most luxurious fibres in the world combined intimately to create one of the most luxurious blends. When knitted the result is a beautifully soft and lightweight garment with a lustrous finish. The styles offered are John Smedley’s most iconic silhouettes…
Judson pullover with roll neck, Gilon pullover with high vee neck and new Ciro with low vee neck. All three styles feature fully fashioned shoulders, a mark of quality which produces a superior fit and rib cuff and hems which allow the garments to fit perfectly around the body and wrist whilst giving the garment an iconic knitted finish. Made from 70% cashmere and 30% silk, Judson, Gilon and Ciro are available in classic Black and Silver.
This collection is classic product, in a premium luxury fibre, manufactured in the heart of Great Britain.

Cashmere blend collection
Tags: cashmere, Ciro, fibre, fully fashioned, Gilon, iconic, John, Judson, lightweight, luxurious, Pullover, rib cuff, rib hem, silk, soft
28th February 2013 | Colour, Design, General, Retail, Style | Leave a comment
New for this season, John Smedley has launched a range of knitwear, designed exclusively for the online store.

Exclusive sweaters available from our online store
These sweaters can be identified by bold designs and orange tipping in the back of the neck. The exclusive range of sweaters are named after local country estates and homes, a reflection of the brands rich heritage.
Made in small batches, the sweaters are made to the exacting standards of the mainline collection, however are knitted as an alternative for those looking for more individual styles. Available to customers worldwide, these sweaters will be offered throughout 2013.
Tags: exclusives, Heritage, Knitwear
15th February 2013 | Colour, Design, General, Pic of the Day | Leave a comment
We’re super excited to launch our Spring / Summer 2013 collection online next week. Here’s a little teaser of some of the seasonal colours that feature in the range. From soft, pastel colours like ‘Eggshell blue’ to dark, rusty ‘Tayberry’ there is a colour in John Smedley’s Sea Island Cotton for everyone this Spring.

Pastels to pop brights
Tags: John Smedley's Sea Island Cotton, Spring Summer 2013
08th February 2013 | Colour, Design, Fun, General, Pic of the Day, Retail, Style | Leave a comment
If, like me you struggle to think of ideas what to buy your loved ones this Valentines, we have made things a little easier for you. John Smedley has created a limited edition gift set available when you spend over £150 this February. The hat and scarf are made from fine gauge Merino wool, crafted at the mills in Derbyshire. In romantic red, this is a great opportunity to snap up that piece of knitwear you’ve had your eyes on and treat someone special.

Treat your loved ones to John Smedley this Valentine's Day

Limited edition gift set
Tags: Derbyshire, Merino Wool, Valentines Day
06th February 2013 | Colour, Design, Fun, General, Music, Style | Leave a comment
Ok, so I’m pretty much on my own in the office when it comes to my obsession with One Direction but I couldn’t help but draw parallels with our Autumn / Winter 2013 Collection and the boys look in their video ‘Kiss You’. We gave you a sneak peek of the new collection which we showcased at London Collections: Men earlier this year. Our fair isle inspired knits, roll collars and long johns were highlighted as key knitwear pieces for the forthcoming season and I can personally say I’m a massive fan of the look!!

Funky knits

John Smedley at London Collections: Men 2013
Tags: Autumn Winter 2013, LC:M, Long Johns, roll collar
22nd January 2013 | Colour, Fun, General, I Spy Smedley, Pic of the Day, Press, Style | Leave a comment
Here is the wonderful Martin Freeman wearing John Smedley in a recent interview about his latest role in the Hobbit. Freeman is wearing style Roe in Cranberry, a vee-neck sweater made from the finest John Smedley’s Sea Island Cotton. To watch the whole interview click here.

Martin Freeman wearing John Smedley

Style Roe in Cranberry
Many thanks to Chris Dolan, our brand manager at Harvey Nichols for the post.
Tags: cranberry, John Smedley's Sea Island Cotton, Martin Freeman, Roe
21st January 2013 | Colour, I Spy Smedley, Pic of the Day, Press, Style, TV | Leave a comment
Rufus Sewell looking fantastic in John Smedley on the front cover of the Telegraph Magazine. Rufus is wearing style Bobby in Arctic, a classic fitting vee-neck sweater made from the finest Merino wool. If you would like to shop this style, click here.

The Telegraph Magazine
Bobby in Arctic is now in the sale, hurry while stocks last!

Bobby in Arctic
Tags: Bobby, Merino Wool, Telegraph magazine
29th November 2012 | Colour, Design, Fun, General, Pic of the Day, Retail, Style | Leave a comment
If you’re struggling to think of what gifts to buy for your loved ones this Christmas, look no further. We have put together a little gift guide to help make your present buying easier this Christmas.
For our men, we recommend one of our most iconic garments, Dorset. Made from the finest Merino wool, Dorset is a long sleeved shirt with fashioned shoulders and rib trims for an uncompromising fit. Our accessories make ideal stocking fillers and our Hanover hat with matching gloves Sutton are a sure win. Made from a luxurious fibre mix of 80% super-fine wool, 10% silk and 10% cashmere, this matching set is the ultimate in luxury. Our Seaboots socks are lovingly hand made in Great Britain and feature hand linked toes. Seaboots are a great way to jazz up any outfit this Christmas.

Top left; Dorset £145 Top right; Hanover £65 Bottom left; Seaboots £20 Bottom right; Sutton £55
For our ladies, our long sleeved crew neck cardigan Amina is made from extra-fine Merino wool and is the perfect layer to dress up or down. Matching hat and gloves, Ronay and Sabbia feature a small button detail adding a feminine touch and making them a beautiful set. Look to Thymus for the perfect classic scarf in this season’s hottest colour Pinotage.

Top left; Amina £145 Top right; Thymus £55 Bottom left; Ronay £65 Bottom right; Sabbia £65
Tags: Amina, Christmas, Dorset, fashioned shoulders, Hanover, Merino Wool, rib trims, Ronay, Sabbia, Seaboots, Sutton, Thymus
21st August 2012 | Colour, General, History, Style | Leave a comment

Spring / Summer 2001 Collection
I’m in love with this picture taken from the John Smedley Spring / Summer 2001 Collection. The coral colour lips are a hot trend that we will see a lot more of in Spring / Summer 2013 and is suitable for a range of skin tones. The roll neck sweater worn with the pleated skirt and ornate belt nods to the 1950’s – super cute look!
Tags: Coral, roll neck sweater, Spring Summer 2001, Spring Summer 2013