Founded in 1977 by Michael Drake in East London near Spitalfields, Drake's began as a maker of men's scarves, shawls, and plaids, quickly expanding into handmade ties and pocket squares. The brand gained international recognition for exceptional quality, supplying high-end boutiques and department stores in Paris, Milan, Tokyo, and New York. Today, under Creative Director Michael Hill, Drake's produces soft tailoring in Italy, traditional knitwear in Scotland, and shirts in its own factory in ...
Somerset, alongside premium jersey, outerwear, accessories, and selvedge denim. The brand is known for its ethos of 'Relaxed Elegance,' combining classic British style with French chic and Italian flair. Drake's remains the largest independent producer of handmade ties in England, with meticulous cr
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