The Silk Top Hat at Royal Ascot: A Crown Jewel of British Tradition

At Oliver Brown, we believe a top hat is more than an accessory - it is a piece of British cultural history, a relic of elegance preserved and passed down through generations. With what is widely r...

Meet The Team - Stephan

Meet Stephan, Sales Assistant at our Cornhill store in the heart of the city. Originally from Stockholm in Sweden, Stephan spent the first 22 years of his life there before moving to London to stud...

Ascot Season Launch Event with Bob Champion

We are honoured to welcome Bob Champion to our Cornhill Store on Wednesday 14th May, as the guest of honour at our Ascot Preview Event. Bob’s extraordinary journey - from Grand National winner to ...

Chester Races Style Guide

Founded in 1539, Chester is officially recognised as the world’s oldest racecourse still in operation. With races taking place from May through September, the racecourse has an exciting line up of ...

Men’s Wedding Style Guide 2025

Wedding Season is a highlight of every year, as couples come together to mark one of the most significant milestones in their lives. For grooms-to-be, it’s not just about the ceremony - it’s about ...

Meet The Team - Paul

Meet Paul Vanoli, Manager of our flagship Chelsea store on Lower Sloane Street.  Paul brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role that spans multiple facets of the fashion and tailoring...

Oliver Brown's Top Hat Restoration Guide

As the official top hat licensee of Royal Ascot for the past eight years, and the proud owner of the world’s largest collection of antique silk top hats, Oliver Brown is the ultimate destination fo...

How To Wear A Waistcoat Correctly: A Style Guide From Oliver Brown

Few garments have stood the test of time quite like the waistcoat. Once a symbol of aristocracy and refinement, this timeless piece has evolved from royal court attire to a versatile essential in m...

The SS25 Bespoke Masterpiece: A Summer Statement in Tailoring

The SS25 lookbook welcomes a bespoke creation that captures the essence of summer being the Bespoke Madras Jacket and the High-Waisted Flat Front Biscuit Trousers. Crafted by Isaac in our Lower Slo...

An Oliver Brown Wedding

At Oliver Brown, we understand that your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life - and if there’s one day to be impeccably dressed for, it’s this one. That’s why we offer the fin...