Hawes & Curtis
Low Profile Holdings · United Kingdom
Hawes & Curtis is a British clothing company founded in London in 1913 by the tailors Ralph Hawes and George Frederic Curtis. It is best known for shirts and jackets and for its Jermyn Street origins.
| Founded | 1913, London |
|---|---|
| Founders | Ralph Hawes and George Frederic Curtis |
| Parent | Low Profile Holdings |
| UK stores | 29 |
| Website | hawesandcurtis.co.uk |
What is Hawes & Curtis?
Hawes & Curtis is a British clothing company founded in London in 1913 by the tailors Ralph Hawes and George Frederic "Freddie" Curtis. Its first store was in Piccadilly Arcade, at the corner of Jermyn Street, and it is best known for shirts and jackets.
History
The company received royal warrants from the Prince of Wales in 1922, King George VI in 1938 and 1948, and the Duke of Edinburgh in 1957. It is also credited with introducing the backless evening waistcoat, and celebrated its 100th anniversary in October 2013.
- Founded in London in 1913
- Royal warrants between 1922 and 1957
- Centenary in October 2013
Ownership and stores
Hawes & Curtis is a private company within Low Profile Holdings. Its chairman, Touker Suleyman, acquired it in 2002. It has 29 UK stores, including two on Jermyn Street, and also trades in Cologne, Germany and the United Arab Emirates.
Why it matters
Few British shirtmakers have traded for more than a century under their founders' names. Hawes & Curtis links the Jermyn Street tradition with a modern high street and online business.
Frequently asked questions
Who founded Hawes & Curtis?
Hawes & Curtis was founded in London in 1913 by the tailors Ralph Hawes and George Frederic Curtis.
What is Hawes & Curtis known for?
Hawes & Curtis is known for shirts and jackets, its Jermyn Street origins and the backless evening waistcoat.