FASHION BRANDS TO WATCH
Following the success of the Surrey Fashion Week we thought we’d give you a sneak peak of the best in local Surrey fashion brands to watch out for in 2026. Local has never looked this stylish or good!
ASHWORTH & BIRD
Ashworth & Bird is Surrey’s leading Premium Menswear store. Based on the High Street in Reigate we have been serving the local community for 25 years. They focus on great brands while also providing a custom-made service – suits, jackets, trousers and shirts crafted to suit measurements and specification. Our aim is to ensure it fits perfectly and you look great. Ashworth & Bird recently extended its offer, giving over two floors to menswear and introducing a number of new brands. The double fronted ground-floor offers the best of the classic brands including Ralph Lauren, Boss and Gant, while upstairs has a more sophisticated, premium selection as well as the newly extended custom-tailoring service.
www.ashworthandbird.com
HOWARD & CO. ATTIRE
Howard & Co Attire give discerning men a full contrast look of empowerment with their fitted blazers, trousers, standout waistcoats and all the accessories from shirts, ties, pocketchiefs, jewellery, shoes and more. They have a variety of clients, including many in the celebrity world. Howard & Co. Attire support their clientele with a touch of elegance and give gentlemen a signature look to feel great along with being noticed. For convenience, they are now able to bring a premium collection of stylish suits directly to you, ensuring a stress-free selection and fitting process.
SKINNER & VALE
Prepare to witness the future of fashion with a label that redefines denim and turns sustainability into high style. Welcome to skinner and vale, the home of the iconic upcycled denim jacket. Every piece you see is a masterpiece of craftsmanship – upcycled and handmade, featuring luxurious fabrics, bold embellishments and unrivalled artistry. Each jacket is not just clothing; it’s a unique piece of wearable art – designed with passion, created with purpose and worn with pride. They have just picked up an award for Best Fashion at the latest Surrey Awards – well done to the two budding entrepreneurs, Debs and Sam as well as completing a Fashion Shoot with Surrey Rocks Magazine.
@skinnerandvale
INTERNATIONAL MEN’S DAY
On November 19th International Men’s Day celebrates the positive value men bring to the world, their families and community. We interviewed 5 inspiring Surrey Men to give their take on what it’s like to be a positive male role model. BB winner, entrepreneur and philanthropist Jason Burrill said, “No-one is going to help you if you don’t want to help yourself. There are too many people in this world who are out for themselves, are selfish or will let you down. Only you can decide your own fate. DO NOT GIVE UP. Make 10 calls and if 10 don’t find you help, make 11 calls. Fight, never give up. I’ve learnt to not rely on anyone and to have no expectations of others. Sometimes it’s you, and only you, that can make a difference. Sometimes you have to do things yourself. It may be because of others that you feel like you do, or are in the situation you are in. So, even more reason not to rely on anyone to pick you back up only to drop you again. Sometimes you are the only person that can help yourself.”
Nicholas Mark Dulake, founder & Creator of Start Again Monday – S.A.M. said “I found a whole new meaning to hitting rock bottom in February 2024, deciding that suicide was the only option I had. However, having died four times and been in an induced coma for five weeks, transferred between three different hospitals over the course of three months, I now live with the life changing consequences of my actions. This being not only mentally but physically, having been fitted with a tracheostomy having paralysed my voice box, which allows me to talk.
I can’t say that I’ve overcome the challenges I have faced but more so come to terms with certain situations for me to be able to move forward in life. Everyone deals with life’s obstacles differently but for me personally I find writing has been extremely beneficial. Talking has never been one of my strong points, even before my suicidal attempt. I’ve found a passion for writing and setting up my own blog with the intention of helping others with real if not at times my direct way of writing. Furthermore, I also now have a better understanding of my own boundaries.”
Phillip Dunford, added, I’ve put probably about £15,000 into therapy. Psychiatry, hypnotism, counselling, meditation, read self-help books, you name it I’ve tried it. While I would say that some of these things have helped me, it’s two things that have worked the best. Being as physically fit as possible is one of them. If you can’t afford or train in the gym, train outside, even better. The other is facing your fears and with that one, although difficult there are no two ways about it. Gradual exposure works best.”
