Harvie & Hudson
Harvie & Hudson is a London shirtmaker on Jermyn Street, founded by Thomas Harvie and George Hudson and officially dated to 1949. It makes ready to wear, made to measure and bespoke shirts, ties and gentlemen's accessories, and remains in the hands of its founding family.
| Founded | 1949 |
|---|---|
| Founders | Thomas Harvie, George Hudson |
| Address | 96 to 97 Jermyn Street, London |
| Ownership | Founding family |
| Website | harvieandhudson.com |
What is Harvie & Hudson?
Harvie & Hudson is a traditional Jermyn Street shirtmaker in St James's, London. It is described as the last of the Jermyn Street shirtmakers still owned by its founding family, with a third generation now working on the shop floor.
History
The founders, George Hudson and Thomas Harvie, had worked for another Jermyn Street shirtmaker as head cutter and store manager. Their plans were delayed by the Second World War, and the business is officially dated to 1949. The first shop opened at 20 Duke Street, moved to 41 Duke Street, St James's, and since 1964 the company has traded from 96 to 97 Jermyn Street, where the basement serves as its cutting room.
Products and positioning
The house makes made to measure and bespoke shirts as well as ties and other accessories. In the early 1960s it began producing its own fabrics, introducing the bold striped shirts in house colourways for which it is known. Its shirts have been worn by figures including Sir Winston Churchill and Frank Sinatra.
Why it matters
As an independent, family owned business on a street now dominated by larger brands, Harvie & Hudson preserves the classic Jermyn Street model of in-house cutting and distinctive proprietary cloths.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Harvie & Hudson?
Harvie & Hudson was founded by Thomas Harvie and George Hudson, and the business is officially dated to 1949.
Where is Harvie & Hudson located?
The shirtmaker has traded from 96 to 97 Jermyn Street in London since 1964.