Anderson & Sheppard

Overview

Anderson & Sheppard is a London-based tailoring house specializing in bespoke and ready-to-wear suits known for the English draped silhouette.¹² It holds a position among Savile Row houses maintaining high-quality construction in both custom and off-the-rack garments.² The brand is notable for its century-long heritage and association with figures like Prince Charles and Fred Astaire.²

History

Founded in 1906 by Per Anderson, a Swedish tailor, and Sidney Horatio Sheppard, an expert trouser cutter.¹ The house has operated continuously on or near Savile Row, preserving its signature style.¹² Ownership passed to Anda Rowland, who oversees operations from Clifford Street.²

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are made in-house at their Clifford Street workshop in London.² Bespoke garments involve multiple fittings with master tailors.⁴ Ready-to-wear maintains elevated handwork standards typical of Savile Row houses.²

Notable Products

• Draped Lounge Suit - Signature soft-shouldered, high-gorge suit exemplifying the house style.
• Wasp-Waisted Jacket - Characteristic nipped-waist bespoke jacket with swelled chest.
• English Overcoat - Timeless single- or double-breasted topcoat in quality fabrics.
• High-Rise Trousers - Pleated trousers cut by trouser specialists in the Sheppard tradition.
• RTW Business Suit - Ready-to-wear suit with Savile Row construction quality.

Reputation

Enthusiasts praise Anderson & Sheppard for exceptional tailoring quality and the iconic draped English silhouette.¹⁴ Professionals note its consistency in both bespoke and ready-to-wear, though the distinctive house style divides opinions on formality and waist suppression.⁴⁵ It is viewed as a benchmark for soft English tailoring heritage.³⁶