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Tuesday 22 May 2012

Exacting Requirements

Gieves & Hawkes was formed from two famous businesses: Gieves, founded in 1785 and Hawkes, founded in 1771. Each welcomed a passing parade of famous customers whose names would fill a book. The magnificent full dress occasions of British State Ceremonial have been embellished and enriched by their craftsmen’s skills, and overseas monarchs and leaders have looked upon Gieves & Hawkes to meet their own exacting requirements.

Gieves & Hawkes Britain

Gieves & Hawkes

Internationally Recognised

Internationally recognised marks of excellence, Gieves & Hawkes’ first Royal Warrant was granted in the reign of King George III in 1809. The company has held Royal Warrants ever since, an unbroken record of service to successive Monarchs and members of their families. Gieves & Hawkes currently holds Royal Warrants of Appointment to HM The Queen, HRH The Duke of Edinburgh and HRH The Prince of Wales.

Purveyor of Quintessential English style

Gieves & Hawkes

 

Today Gieves & Hawkes, as the purveyor of quintessential English style, dresses individuals who are interested in the rules and references of tradition but who desire to present these in a visually exciting and contemporary way: in their own way. Confident in what they wear, they appreciate luxury and are most interested, ultimately, in style. They have a sense of occasion and dress accordingly. Gieves & Hawkes presents these men with modern classics - simultaneously modern and classic - across their wardrobe, from formal evening wear to suiting and through to casual wear.

Premium Retail Network

While No1 Savile Row remains the international flagship site, it now heads a premium retail network in the United Kingdom. The distribution of Gieves & Hawkes also continues to expand internationally with over 100 stores and concessions worldwide. Gieves & Hawkes take inspiration from a rich archive and history while also drawing on over two centuries of craftsmanship and innovation. They continue to represent quality, excellence, innovation and service of the highest degree.

Points of Sale

The finest fabrics, the highest quality design and production, knowledgeable consultants and superlative service: this is what Gieves & Hawkes stands for, what they are known for and why Gieves & Hawkes appeals across the generations, as they have for well over 200 years. Gieves & Hawkes has 23 points of sale in the UK and Ireland and a further 70 points of sale in China, Hong Kong and Taiwan