London’s Hidden Gems
The Connaught Hotel, Scott’s Restaurant, Soho House (member-only) but the hidden Gem is The Mayfair Chippy for London’s finest Fish & Chips!
Our latest collection...
We have done a beautiful new collection for Kingsman by George Cleverley which is sold online via Mrporter.com. This is now in season seven and doing very well. We also released several new antique calf colours which are amazing and have been selling very well! Each one in a spring/summer finish and all gorgeous, finished by hand.
Growing the brand over time…
We are inspired by the total organic way. We have never advertised or promoted the brand. Our business is by word of mouth that comes from making exceptional shoes. We have many high profile clients which has helped a lot as well. This year marked our 60th year anniversary and we have grown at a healthy and steady pace over the years which is important. Our focus is on quality and keeping our existing clients happy, not about increasing sales.
Working with Daniel Day Lewis on the set of the movie Phantom Thread...
This was a spectacular experience and incredible. Daniel Day Lewis is a personal friend of mine, so I was honoured to be included in such a wonderful film. One of the most amazing experiences in my life.
My exotic holiday destinations…
Either Nevis at St. Kitts, the Maldives or Harbour Island. My favourite hotels…
Sandy Lane Hotel in Barbados because it is simply luxury at the highest levels. The staff, services, climate & water are true paradise for a vacation.
The Ritz Carlton in Tokyo is the most amazing hotel for views, service and is one of the best city hotels in the world.
Hotel Le Sirenuse is a dream come true in Italy! Nestled among the patchwork of pastel-hued buildings that line the vertiginous coastal village of Positano, this boutique hotel boasts – unsurprisingly – splendid views from every which way. Whether you’re relaxing in your room, decked out with the exquisite ceramic tiles for which the area is famous, lounging by the cliffedge pool or feasting in the leafy La Sponda restaurant, sweeping panoramas of the Unesco-recognised Amalfi Coast never let you forget you’re in Italy’s chicest seaside spot.
My favourite city ...
London! It’s got everything for everyone, except year round sun. I think London has grown into the hub of the world.
My travel must-haves…
iphone, my briefcase & a good pair of shoes! It’s important to have a routine and items which make your lifestyle easy when you travel. I pack very well after a lot of experience.