This week the sudden news of Queen Elizabeth II’s death has shocked her family, the country and citizens of the world. As British myself, I was unaware how deeply significant and destabilizing this moment would be, as her family and nation mourns and we look toward a new King taking on a perhaps impossible task […]
Lifestyle
Our Sporty Gear is Custom-Made for Fall
Audio: Chief Creative Officer Simon Kneen discusses custom menswear that speaks to a sporty lifestyle > One of the most important things when starting with a new collection is to think of things that surprise and delight our Clients. This season I decided to introduce a capsule designed for guys who enjoy the feeling of […]
The Fall 2022 Collection: Heritage & Contemporary
Audio: Listen to Chief Creative Officer Simon Kneen on the J.Hilburn Fall 2022 Collection > Most designers live in the future. We are always designing for things that are going to happen at some future point in time, so it isn’t unusual to find me thinking of the first fires of fall and blustery November […]
The Personal, Custom-Made Touch
Audio: J.Hilburn CCO Simon Kneen on personalization with monograms and embroidery I find that the custom-made experience is such a modern way for a guy to build his wardrobe. Purchasing thoughtful, well-fitting, quality clothing is the antithesis of fast fashion’s disposable and destructive character. The J.Hilburn premise gives you the opportunity to build a timeless […]
Custom-Made Golfwear for Spring & Summer
Audio: Click to listen to Chief Creative Officer Simon Kneen and Director of Merchandising Dave Gates discussing the J.Hilburn Golf Collection I wish could say I loved golf, but alas, I never caught the bug despite my uncle’s efforts to teach me from an early age. He loved the sport so much and played most […]
Custom-Made for Easy Summer Travel
Audio: Click to hear Chief Creative Officer Simon Kneen’s Summer Travel Tips >> I have to be honest: I really dread traveling. Even when you take some time off from work, clear the agenda and leave for a week of relaxing vacation, the planning and packing can be really taxing for a busy person. Having […]
Summer Casual: Tech Styles for the Sunshine
The Spring and Summer 2022 collections are very much inspired by sports and the idea of sports clubs. I was thinking of how we all love to get out and about in the sunshine, and hearing frequently about your warm-weather activities and destinations: the golf course, the tennis court, the swimming pool and perhaps the […]
Performance is Here to Stay
As we launched the new collection last week, I was able to reflect on an underlying thread that had nothing to do with the inspiration, color, or stories behind the new season. It occurred to me that there may be an invisible connection among the many choices I make in putting a collection together, as […]
Plan Your 2022 Wardrobe, Painlessly
With the new year just beginning I am already thinking ahead to spring, and whilst I may have to wait awhile to see the fresh buds on the trees in my garden, I can certainly plan ahead in my imagination. Doing so not only makes me feel well prepared, but also makes it seem like […]
Simon’s Picks: 7 Ideas for Holiday Outfitting
With the holidays firmly underway, lockdowns behind us and the desire to celebrate with our loved ones, the holiday social life seems to be alive and kicking once again. With so many good reasons to see friends, spend time with loved ones and generally celebrate the season, stylish outfitting can be a challenge when you […]