Christys' London
Christys' London is a British hatmaker founded in 1773 by Miller Christy. It makes felt hats, Panama hats and police helmets, finished in England.
| Founded | 1773 |
|---|---|
| Founder | Miller Christy |
| Origin | London, United Kingdom |
| Products | Felt hats, Panama hats, police helmets |
| Website | christys-hats.com |
What is Christys' London?
Christys' London, known as Christys' Hats, is one of Britain's oldest hat makers. It was founded in London in 1773 by Miller Christy and its red and gold insignia is regarded as a mark of traditional, finely crafted hats.
Products and positioning
- Felt hats in wool, rabbit and beaver felt
- Panama hats
- Police helmets
The brand is a historic helmet manufacturer for UK police forces, and its hats have been worn by well-known figures on screen and in public life.
Production
Almost all felt hats sold online are handmade in the UK, where artisans shape cone-shaped felts imported from Portugal. Panama hats are imported raw from Ecuador and then shaped, blocked and finished in Britain.
Why it matters
With more than 250 years of history, Christys' is one of the longest-running names in British accessories and remains a reference for traditional English hat making. The brand has recently been relaunched with a new chapter focused on its heritage.
Frequently asked questions
How old is Christys' hats?
Christys' was founded in London in 1773 by Miller Christy, making it more than 250 years old.
Where are Christys' hats made?
Christys' felt hats are handmade in the UK, and its Panama hats are shaped and finished in Britain from raw hoods made in Ecuador.