Hackett London

Overview

Hackett London is a British retailer of men's and boys' clothing, specializing in tailoring, apparel, and accessories with a focus on authentic British style. It operates as a multi-channel brand with over 160 stores globally, including a flagship at 14 Savile Row, London, and offers products through retail, concessions, and online. The brand is known for blending traditional English tailoring with contemporary designs, targeting customers seeking classic menswear.

History

Hackett London was founded in 1983 by Jeremy Hackett and Ashley Lloyd-Jennings from a second-hand clothing stall on London's Portobello Road, opening its first shop on King's Road in Chelsea. It expanded internationally starting with Madrid in 1989, added children's clothing in 1995, and shifted to designing its own items. Richemont sold it to Spanish firm Torreal in 2005; in 2015, it was acquired by M1 Group and L Capital Asia as part of the Pepe Jeans Group. In 2019, it took over the former Hardy Amies store at 14 Savile Row as its flagship.

Product Lines

Manufacturing

Products are designed in the UK with a focus on British heritage tailoring, but manufacturing is outsourced to facilities in Europe and Asia for production efficiency. Bespoke tailoring is offered in-house at the 14 Savile Row flagship store.

Notable Products

• Savile Row Suits - Bespoke and ready-to-wear suits embodying traditional British tailoring.
• Cotton Polo Shirts - Signature casual shirts blending heritage style with modern fits.
• Trench Coats - Waterproof outerwear inspired by classic English designs.
• Leather Belts - Handcrafted accessories in premium leathers.
• Formal Shirts - Dress shirts for business and formal occasions.
• Boy's Blazers - Miniature tailoring for children's formalwear.

Reputation

Hackett London is regarded by menswear enthusiasts for its authentic British tailoring and accessible Savile Row-inspired style, praised for quality craftsmanship in suits and polos. Professionals note its strong heritage positioning and global store network as strengths. Some criticisms include perceptions of higher pricing relative to mass-market alternatives, though it maintains a dedicated following for tradition-modern blends.