John Smedley

John Smedley

Derbyshire is a place of great heritage, spectacular natural beauty and is without a doubt, one of the jewels of the United Kingdom. It’s also the home of Lea Mills, the birthplace of one of Britain’s most opulent and well established brands – John Smedley.

Located in the picturesque village of Cromford, now nestled amongst many other industrial and residential sites, Lea Mills still stands - a little weathered and aged, but still maintaining the title of one of Britain’s leading textile manufacturers. Although times may have changed, through wars and two hundred years of history, the values Smedley first started with are still as important today as the moment they first started.

John Smedley Building at Lea Mills, Derbyshire 

© Photo: knittingindustry.com

Back in 1784, Lea Mills was just another industrial site, producing one of Britain’s most common exports – cotton. Operated by industrial duo Peter Nightingale, Great Uncle of Florence Nightingale, and John Smedley, the site was nothing out of the ordinary. It wasn’t until Smedley’s son, also named John, inherited the business, that the John Smedley brand was finally born.

Iconic John Smedley Label © Photo: Nancie Henry

By the end of the eighteenth century, Smedley had established itself as one of Britain’s finest knitwear and hosiery manufacturers. Founded on a principle of quality and expertise, Smedley are a brand true to their values and roots, still manufacturing with the same passion and quality over 225 years later.

With centuries of expertise under their belt, Smedley have grown, matured and simply improved with age; producing quaint, classic and timeless products with a seemingly contemporary edge. Made with the finest materials for hundreds of years, there is simply no better than a Smedley.

Luxury is noticeably prevalent throughout the brand’s exceptional products. Sea Island Cotton, unique for its fineness and strength was predominantly used in the lavish underwear collections. Extra Fine Merino Wool is now the main material used to make the reputable,
cherished knitwear that has made the brand so established.

From simple polo shirts, to everyday crew necks and jumpers to fit any occasion, Smedley’s pride and expertise is individually etched into each piece. The quality of the manufacturing, right down to the intricate stitching is effortlessly subtle, however always indescribably present when a Smedley is worn, as there is no better feeling than knowing you’re wearing the best. 

Hundreds of years have passed, but the quality, luxury and practicality of the beloved knitwear has not changed. Smedley still sticks to its roots and heritage, earning its place as Britain’s oldest and most established knitwear manufacturer.

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Cafe At Nancie

CAFE   at  NANCIE

We are extremely excited to announce that our new area of the store will be opening very soon.

Welcoming our customers to Cafe At Nancie!

The new addition to our store will welcome beautiful coffee, fragrant specialty teas and an array of new exciting dishes. Inspired by the stores use of simplistic and classic design, the cafe is a bright and luxurious haven, finished with a fantastic all glass balcony overlooking the grounds of Nancie Henry.

We look forward to seeing you arrive in store to browse our latest Spring - Summer 15 collections, then to finish your store visit with an espresso in the sun of our glass balcony. 

 Welcome our new additions to Nancie Henry.

Our new womenswear floor has extended the store to give our customers a larger and more enjoyable shopping experience. We wanted to keep things bright and clean so you are able to see our collections at their absolute best.

With our new floor we have introduced a range of new brands for you to shop.

Cooper&Ella

Chic, unfussy, and affordable, Cooper & Ella was founded as an answer to every woman's need for the perfect blouse—that key to unlocking her wardrobe. She may have already splurged on new leather pants or owns the ideal jeans. Now, she needs to put her look together with the right top. Preferably one that won't break the bank.

 Equipment

Straightforward and innovative, Equipment’s range of prints, fabrics and shapes complement the many facets of the Equipment woman: She is strong, chic, elegant, adventurous, sexy, and above all, classic.

 John Smedley For Women

Here at Nancie we love John Smedley knitwear. Being the oldest knitwear manufacturer in the world, we think they know a thing or two about creating the best knit you can shop. This season not only do we have our menswear, we have introduced womenswear! Buy your classic staple knits that will last a lifetime.

Neera

 The constant search for perfection and style, our new brand Neera is characterized by an aristo-chic style. Their handmade garments recall the past by the great couturiers with a modern style. With use of exquisite wools and classic designs, our collection this season is not one to be missed.

And for the gents...

We can't forget the boys this season, our menswear department has introduced new brands guaranteed to keep you on trend and looking your best.

Atelier Scotch

Our beloved Scotch & Soda have introduced Atelier Scotch. A premium range from the brand which gives any guy the chance to discover his inner gent. With beautiful tailoring and the finest of fabrics we love this new collection by Scotch and feel it will be loved by you as well!

Circle Of Gentleman

 European craftsmanship, high quality fabrics and painstaking attention to detail . At Circle of Gentlemen, they do not seek to fill a void in the fashion world, but instead aims to create a need for luxury in one’s everyday life.

Pal Zileri

Suiting with gusto. This italian brand hosts some of the finest suits we have seen, the exquisite fabric choice and fit of these pieces will last you a lifetime. For our first collection of the brand in the store we have a style for every gent.

So come into store and see all the new changes we have made and also see online some of the great new buys for this season.

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Carven

Since the beginning, the Carven house has had a democratic and Parisian view of fashion design. Madame Carmen de Tommaso broke through the austere world of Haute Couture as an innovator in the Forties with a spontaneous and fresh style, adapted to the women’s everyday life at that time.

Since 2009, Carven has opened a new chapter. From the couture years, Guillaume Henry and Carven have kept its heritage. It lives on in the spirit of perfect design and choice materials. Today, the house offers ready-to-wear that is both inspired and accessible.

Carven Men's has just arrived here in store for our first season of AW13 with the brand and were delighted with it's store presence!

 and we are getting very excited for the arrival of ladies  in the the new year i shall give you a sneak peak of what's to come from our Paris trip buy for SS14 ! ..

                         How cute are these going to be styled with a pair of  J Brand White skinny jeans and                                                             a classic Cavern  summer print shirt!
For Spring/Summer 14 Carven is bringing us Floral at it's best in pastel colours, with a mixture of sharp and soft cuts ...

Canada Goose

Founded in a small warehouse in Toronto, Canada, over fifty years ago, Canada Goose has since grown to be recognized internationally as one of the world's leading manufacturers of extreme weather outerwear.
100% of the production happens in Canada still with their commitment to an outstanding craftsmanship, believing  it's critical to the integrity of the quality to their brand Canada Goose.

Materials ...
They use coyote fur around the hoods on all jackets jackets because it never freezes, doesn't hold water, and the uneven hair lengths create a windbreak that protects exposed skin, helping to reduce heat loss from the face. This holds as true in urban environments as much as it does in the high Arctic.
What makes them so warm ?...
 The brand has over 40 years of industry-leading understanding of down insulation technology which allows them to choose the best blends of down to suit the specific requirements of each of the jackets. All of the blends include some Hutterite down, among the most premium Canadian down available. Its ability to retain more warm air than other types of down results in lighter weight jackets that don't sacrifice warmth.

                                                                                                 

Salsa Denim

Every woman needs a pair pair of Salsa Denim in their lives! and it is the woman who buy these who say that to us,  so there back in store by popular demand .

Created in 1994 by three visionary brother's moved by their love for denim! The brands secret formula is the combination of the finest raw materials and finishing with a perfect and unique fit. Considered by woman all over the world as their second skin jeans.
Experience the innovation and feel a denim fit as you never did before !

Two of the best selling fits are.. 'Secret' the 'Push In' jeans which feature a high waist and push up effect         ( flattering the bottom area ladies ! ) for a perfect shape and fitting. Secret provides the most incredible slimming effect. The second fit is 'Wonder' the 'Push Up' these jeans hold a mid rise and are perfect to enhance the attributes (curves) of the female body!

                                Salsa denim at Nancie Henry Boutique-Prices range from £95-£125