As 2024 draws to a close and the Field Grey team gears up for the year ahead, we bask in the glow of 12 months filled with creativity, collaboration and craftsmanship. From embarking on collections for historic venues to expanding our Readywear line with fresh looks, every project in 2024 has been another chance to push boundaries and celebrate what makes Field Grey unique.
Here are the projects that made the year special for each of us.
Janice Turner | Consultancy
Since the inception of the studio way back in 2009, my intention was always to go beyond bespoke collections for clients. I wanted to offer services for larger corporations – helping with forecasting, future direction, redesign and sourcing. More recently, we’ve expanded our focus to include the circular economy and sustainability in collections, while delivering a brand community through design collaborations, such as our project with Wagamama and Pangaia.
We’ve used our technical knowledge in sizing, product development and sourcing to provide brand checker services for global products and create technical manuals to help suppliers deliver quality garments. These also help buyers understand typical timelines and required planning, ensuring a smooth execution – like the agnostic playbook we developed for Hilton in partnership with StiR Creative Collective.
This year alone, we’ve delivered several projects for global brands. From design packages for the well-known restaurant group Vapiano to technical workbooks for new collections for a global energy company, our team has tackled a diverse range of challenges.
I’m proud of our incredible team, whose combined years of experience and education in design and manufacture allow us to deliver these uniquely tailored solutions. In the complex world of brand, garment design and construction, their expertise is what makes all the difference.
Thomas McAnulty | Fulham Pier
Since joining Field Grey as a designer earlier this year, I’ve been involved in quite a few projects, but none I could truly call my own. Designing a collection for front-of-house reception staff and doormen for Fulham Pier has been a great opportunity to work on something from start to finish.
By far my favourite part has been creating a truly bespoke doorman’s coat, made in London using beautiful coating fabrics and custom trims. As someone passionate about the technical aspects of clothing design, I’ve learned so much and found endless inspiration in this project.
From creating the initial design to sourcing fabrics and trims and overseeing the coat’s production, I’ve been involved in every stage, from concept to manufacture. To pair with the coat, I’ve sourced British brands for accessories, including wool scarves, handmade leather gloves and a bespoke doorman’s cap that perfectly matches the coat. Along the way, I’ve learnt more and more about British heritage.
I can’t wait to see the finished product and share it with the client!
Amie Hartland | Spencer House
A project I’ve been passionate about in 2024 has been designing a custom uniform collection for Spencer House, one of London’s most distinguished private event venues.
With its grand interiors and architectural beauty, the venue exudes timelessness and luxury. The historical significance of the house, with its connection to Lady Diana Spencer’s family, adds even more depth to the atmosphere.
We knew we had to design something that echoed the venue’s rich legacy while feeling modern and luxurious at the same time. The design process has been a dream and the house is a treasure trove of inspiration, from the intricate moldings to the stunning colour palette of its rooms. We wanted the uniforms to feel like an extension of that beauty – elegant, but with depth and nuance.
One of the most exciting aspects is how layered the designs have become. Every element of the uniform has been carefully thought out, with textures and materials chosen to mirror the interiors of Spencer House. We wanted to create a feeling of continuity between the staff’s uniforms and the magnificent space around them.
The process has been wonderfully collaborative too. From the first meeting, it was clear the Spencer House team had a strong vision for the uniforms, and our conversations have continued to be incredibly creative and constructive. We’re now at the toiling and sampling stages, and I’m beyond excited to see how the collection develops into 2025.
The journey has been an incredible one so far, and I feel so fortunate to be part of a project that blends heritage with innovation.
Chris Mossom | The Sloane Club
The Sloane Club is a sanctuary forged on the premise of connection and community. Originally launched in 1922 as a haven for those who served in the armed forces, it now offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Not just a place to stay, but somewhere to share experiences with friends, enjoy fine or relaxed dining, indulge in holistic treatments or just unwind and recharge.
The club offers beautifully designed collaborative spaces to unwind, connect and dine. From bespoke furniture by designers like Russell Sage to the thoughtful curation of every detail, the Sloane team’s uncompromising approach has been a constant source of inspiration throughout this project. This ethos has very much informed the working collection we’ve created, blending the club’s rich heritage with a modern, lifestyle-focused approach.
As with the club itself, every thought has been given to the function of the collection, ensuring it captures the same modernity and ease that the space represents. Deconstructed tailoring in sumptuous velvets nods to the club’s old school sartorial elegance, while a fuller pleated trouser silhouettes pay homage to its 1922 origins. The result is a working wardrobe with a nonchalant elegance that is fitting of its surroundings.
Anna Bailey | Readywear
Since joining Field Grey as copywriter a few months ago, I’ve been struck by the quality of craftsmanship not only of the bespoke pieces but also the Readywear collection. Everything from sleeve garters and neckerchiefs to tailored trousers and bib shirts has been designed to be not only functional but also a pleasure to wear – truly reinventing what work apparel can be.
Readywear has been part of some great collabs this year, including Readywear x Peper Harow socks in gorgeously bold autumnal colours – an effortless way to lift any outfit. And exciting new releases include relaxed-fit elasticated trousers, which blend utility with a refined, ready-to-wear look, plus fresh colourways for the timeless Readywear bib shirt.
Readywear pieces are so versatile, they work seamlessly as a complete uniform solution or paired with bespoke pieces to enhance and bring a whole look together. They’re also perfect for creating cohesion across different brands within a company’s umbrella. Above all though, they make the wearer feel fantastic – and who can ask for more from a uniform?
I love how Field Grey Readywear incorporates branding through colours and motifs to give clients something uniquely theirs, too. A great example is the quirky embroidered quince on the Readywear aprons used for the newly opened Quince bakery. The pop of yellow against the Olive Green is a playful touch that perfectly reflects pastry chef Anna Higham’s relaxed ethos.
I can’t wait to see what Readywear has up its enviably stylish sleeve for 2025.
We’re excited to step into 2025 and look forward to continuing our journey of blending fashion, function, and sustainability. Join us as we craft new stories and explore creative horizons in the year ahead.
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