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Matchless jackets, including the James Bond Daniel Craig blouson from Spectre are now at Robert Smart York.

Britain’s most iconic spy James Bond is back on the big screen in his latest adventure, Sony Pictures “Spectre” and for

2015 he is dressed to kill in Matchless.

A cryptic message from Bond’s past sends him on a trail to uncover a sinister organization. While M battles

political forces to keep the secret service alive, Bond peels back the layers of deceit to reveal the terrible truth behind

Spectre.

With outerwear that was stylish, functional but with a classic British tailored feel in mind, the production’s Costume

Designer turned to British heritage brand Matchless.

For James Bond, Matchless created a light weight suede blouson for the character to wear in one of the film’s most

pivotal scenes. The Craig Blouson is produced in sand coloured soft-touch brushed suede with cotton lining

emblazoned with the iconic Matchless logo on the arm signifying quality and heritage.

Michele Malenotti, Director of Matchless said “Bond is a British icon with a global appeal and style followed the world

over. With Matchless’ British heritage it was a natural fit for us to collaborate on this movie and we are looking

forward to seeing the film and the designs on the big screen.”

S4 Jackets available at Robert Smart Menswear York.

When is a man a man? We believe there are 4 things that make a man attractive, successful and confident. Self-assuredness, style, smartness and a certain type of sportiness. Not more. But also not less. S4 sees fashion through the eyes of men who are no longer trying to find out who they are, but who are at peace with themselves. Both in life and fashion.

Clear silhouettes, clear edges. Why succumb to the dictate of what a “man” should wear? Why not strike out on one’s own? Stylistically confident, nonchalant, discerning. Inspired by design, architecture and the lifestyle of international metropolises, we have already remained true to our chosen path for two decades.

Yet, despite this, time and again we demonstrate our courage to question this and define a new direction. We believe: trends come and go. Quality remains. Which is why we invest just as much passion in the look as we do in the manufacturing. We pay attention to details and are willing to risk everything except compromises.

Thus S4 is many things and one in particular: 100% man.

Jamie Boult  lives on Ardtornish Estate which is located on the Morvern peninsula on the west coast of Scotland.

He recently graduated from Edinburgh Napier University with a BDes(hons) Product Design Degree. He designs and manufactures cufflinks, earrings and other products from upcycled materials, mainly used bullets, cartridges and red deer antler. All of his products are handmade by himself therefore each one is slightly unique. He takes pride in making sure every piece is made to a high standard.

He started making these products as a way to help pay his way through University as the materials and bench fees for his degree were expensive. He started selling his products to shops and they sold well. In fact they sold so well that now that he has graduated and is running his business full time.

Peregrine clothing, now available at Robert Smart Menswear in York, is a family business that has been manufacturing wool knitwear in England since 1901. One hundred years on and Peregrine is one of the few UK manufacturers remaining. Mixing classic British styling with fresh and exciting designs it creates vintage jumpers and traditional English clothing for all generations. Peregrine uses only 100% Merino Wool and all garments are made in England.
Peregrine is the brand name of J G Glover & Co Ltd, an original UK manufacturer from Leicester with over 200 years’ experience in producing quality, crafted knitwear in England.

As a heritage brand Peregrine at Robert Smart in York are proud  to  stamp  our  label  on  every  product  Peregrine at Robert Smart in York  make  with  the  reassurance  that  it  is 100%  British.
Thoughtfully designed for those that require something  different Peregrine evokes a story which strives to remain unique, presented in a modern environment u sing the best locally sourced fabrics from British Shetland wool to Millerain waxed cotton and hand-woven Harris Tweed.
The collection remains stylish yet  functional for  both Ladies  and  Men; while  preserving a truly  British aesthetic that  sits proudly alongside our most timeless skills which have evolved over eight generations.
Now portraying a strong Heritage aesthetic with a contemporary characteristic.
This brand is producing traditional shapes and styles that are enthusing again; with versatility in mind at the commencement of the design process, each style is developed as a transitional piece between rural and urban environments.
Practicality and style are two key elements of the collection; their combination of innovative design with durable, showerproof fabrics have created true investment pieces for this year’s winter season.
Peregrine hopes to energise today’s British manufacturing into an innovative future, ultimately backed by sound investment in clothing made within our shores.