How much thought do we really give to where our clothes are made? In my case, historically, it has not been enough. While in recent years, there has been a push to support local, knowing where your clothes are made is about so much more than just simple geography.
From reducing carbon emissions to ensuring quality working conditions and fair wages, supporting brands that manufacture their product locally here in the UK has several positive flow-on effects. And whether it be a small studio in East London or a home base in another part of the county, there are several innovative, independent brands who have recognised the importance of this home-grown supply chain structure.
Made-to-order label Molby handcrafts all of its unique garments in Wirrall, while lingerie label Lara Intimates founded its own (all-female) factory in East London. Cool-girl brand Monika sustainability creates its dresses in North London, and jewellery brand Lily & Roo handcraft its pieces from a studio in Hatton Garden.
With the pandemic affecting each business differently, there has never been a better time to support local British manufacturing, so without further ado keep scrolling for six brands we love that make their products right here in the UK.
