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I Spy Smedley

10th May 2013 | Fun, General, I Spy Smedley, Music, Pic of the Day, Press, Style | Leave a comment

Miles Kane wearing our classic roll neck, Belvoir in his latest video “Don’t forget who you are”. A slim fit pullover, Belvoir has fashioned shoulders, rib hem and cuffs for the perfect fit. Available in a wide range of colours, Belvoir looks great worn on its own or under a blazer for a dressed up look.

Miles Kane wearing style Belvoir

Check out Kane’s latest video here.

I Spy Smedley

17th April 2013 | Design, General, I Spy Smedley, Music, Pic of the Day, Style | Leave a comment

Miles Kane seen in the May issue of GQ wearing the John Smedley roll neck, Belvoir. A classic roll neck made from the finest Merino wool, Belvoir is a wardrobe staple that is here to stay from Autumn / Winter 2013.

Miles Kane wearing style Belvoir

Miles Kane wearing style Belvoir

Many thanks to Chris Dolan, our brand manager at Harvey Nichols for the post.

I Spy Smedley

14th March 2013 | Fun, General, I Spy Smedley, Music, Press, Style | Leave a comment

Paul Weller not wearing one but TWO John Smedley sweaters, he really does look the bizz. Weller has styled his Blackwell cardigan in Vintage Denim with the 1002HGRB shirt, a cracking combination. Paul completed this look with ‘Stanhope’ loafers from Delicious Junction, a brand that credit the relationship between music and fashion to the very heart of their business, definitely worth checking them out.

Photo courtesy of Del Junction

Style Blackwell and 1002HRGB

Format 13

01st March 2013 | Design, Film, Fun, General, History, Music | Leave a comment

This March will see the launch of the 6th edition of Format festival. Held between the 8th March – 7th April 2013, Format is an international photography festival that presents a selection of some of the finest emerging talents in photography. Founded in 2004, the festival has grown from strength to strength and the theme for this years festival is factory. John Smedley is a proud sponsor and we’ll be sure to keep you posted with updates from the festival.

8 March - 7 April 2013

8 March - 7 April 2013

For more information about Format festival, visit their website here.

I Spy Smedley

13th February 2013 | I Spy Smedley, Music, Pic of the Day, Press, Style | Leave a comment

Miles Kane rocking Dorset in Cranberry whilst warming up for a gig in Manchester. Dorset, is one of our most iconic styles made from the finest Merino wool. A 3 button shirt, Dorset has fashioned shoulders, a rib hem and cuffs for a perfect fit. Check out Kane’s new track Give Up, out 23rd February 2013.

Miles Kane wearing John Smedley

Dorset in Cranberry

Many thanks to Chris Dolan, our brand manager at Harvey Nichols for the post.

Loving the look

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

Angel

06th February 2013 | Fun, General, I Spy Smedley, Music, Press, Style, Uncategorized | Leave a comment

Here is a sneak peak on set for ‘time after time’ with Angel wearing our beautiful roll collar, Judson. Made from a truly luxurious fibre blend of 70% cashmere and 30% silk, Judson is a great investment piece. Be sure to catch Angel’s new single, The Watch, out tomorrow.

Style Judson in Black

Angel wearing John Smedley

Buy yours today

This shoot was styled by Khalid and Jeff Awah from Podium. Check their work out here.

Until next year

14th September 2012 | Fun, General, Music | Leave a comment

As the summer comes to an end and the nights begin to draw in, here is a little reflection on the summer months. Last weekend I was at Bestival and it was the perfect way to end the summer. Located on the Isle of Wight, headline acts this year included Stevie Wonder, Florence and the Machine and New Order. The theme this year was wildlife and there were some absolutely amazing costumes. Here are a few photo’s from the weekend, the weather was glorious and the atmosphere incredible. Personal highlights included The XX, Florence and the Machine and Jessie Ware – amazing!

Friday morning at Bestival

Photo courtesy of Bestival

Widelife theme fancy dress

Florence and the Machine - Photo courtesy of Bestival

Jessie Ware - Photo courtesy of Bestival

Meet The North

15th May 2012 | Fun, General, Music, Style | Leave a comment

A fantastic group made up of four guys from Chesterfield. The North are a Psychedelic / Indie Rock & Roll band that have been likened to The Stone Roses and The Beatles. The photo’s seen below were taken around the Mills, here in Matlock – The North have fantastic taste in their knitwear and looked super smart in John Smedley. Their next gig is this Friday 18th May 2012 at Ryan’s Bar in Derby with subsequent gigs in Doncaster, Sheffield and Chesterfield. Their debut EP, Lawful Bullet is out now.

The North

Their debut EP is out from 4th May 2012

www.thenorthband.com

For more information check out their website www.thenorthband.com or go to facebook.com/theNorthBandUK.

The Isle of Wight Festival 2011

16th June 2011 | Music | Leave a comment
There was only one place to be on Friday the 10th of June and that was the Isle of Wight Festival 2011. Headliners for the weekend included Kings of Leon, Foo Fighters and Kasabian. It was an INCREDIBLE weekend filled with lots of food, drink, rain and plenty of giggles! The Courteeners were dressed to impressed in Smedley wearing styles ‘Pembroke’ in black and ‘Isis’ in Navy. As the weather didn’t manage to hold out for the whole weekend, festival fashion included lots of hoody’s and parkers. After three days of mega music and quality company, the only hurdle ahead was the ferry and 4 hour drive home…absolutely, 100% worth every second.
The Courteeners – Wearing Style Pembroke in Black

 

Isis in Navy

Cannot WAIT to see who’s going to be rocking it out in Smedley at Glasto ’11…hurry up 24th June!!!