Luxury collecting has decisively returned to independent British houses that prioritize authentic mechanical craftsmanship over mass-produced luxury. James Smith & Sons in Holborn represents the ultimate British benchmark for bespoke weather protection, preserving the art of custom umbrella and walking stick crafting since 1830
Visiting their iconic Victorian flagship boutique provides an immersive look at sartorial heritage. Clients sit down with a master craftsman to map exact physical height specifications and review custom solid wood canopies, from Malacca to Hickory. The artisan engineers a personalized structural umbrella, ensuring your bespoke piece delivers peerless protection for autumn transit and stands as a trans-generational heirloom.
Address: Hazelwood House, 53 New Oxford Street, London WC1A 1PN.
Booking Line: +44 20 7836 4731.
Verified Operating Hours: Monday to Friday 10:00 to 17:45; Saturday 10:00 to 17:00 (Closed Sunday).
Website: https://www.james-smith.co.uk
