Follow us as we step through the doors of MHL’s first London store, located on Old Nichol Street and yet another addition to the Redchurch street massive. Margaret Howell has always kept the utilitarian label on a relatively low exposure level. As with the mainline, fiercely protecting the brand has created a continuous buzz and sense of exclusivity, both of which have kept her legion of loyal followers faithful to this British fashion institution. The space is very much in line with MHL and Margaret Howell stores worldwide. As you’d expect light, wood, simple fixtures and a sense of space are the preferred look.

Placing the clothing at the centre of attention, there’s very little to distract from what MHL does best – creating the kind of gear you’d happily fill your wardrobe with and wear for the rest of your days. The Spring/Summer 2012 collection had just dropped when we paid a visit, even more reason to take the tour.

Photography – Ross Trevail

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It’s difficult not to use the word classic when it comes to Margaret Howell but with yet another spot on collection paying little attention to prevailing trends, it seems the most apt description. If you like single breasted trench coats, relaxed knitwear, simple shirting and various other staples in muted tones then you’ll do well to keep an eye on Margaret Howell season after season.

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Margaret Howell gives us a sneak peek at these wallets, new arrivals in their stores worldwide. Vegetable tanned leather, Made in England, these simple flap wallets with brass snaps have a touch of the trucker to them minus the heavy chain. In brown and black, large and small, take your pick – with MH you not going to go to far wrong.

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Margaret Howell and architect William Mann take us for a walk along the River Lea in South East London. Part of Open House London, an event which allows the public access to some of the cities most celebrated and historic buildings and spaces, the Margaret Howell store on Wigmore Street will also show a series of photographs of the area by Philipp Ebeling and Jason Orton.

Aran knits aren’t always the easiest to pull off but if anyone can make them work it’s Margaret Howell. This grey 100% merino cardigan, perfect in shape and fit, features leather football buttons, ribbed cuffs and a round collar – something of a rarity in men’s knitwear. Find it at MH.

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For Autumn/Winter 2011 Margaret Howell has once again produced some shoes with heritage shoemaker Alden. The range includes classic lace-up leather shoes in several colorways and also a boot. In line with the design philosophy of the brand, things are kept simple and classic. Both brand logos are printed in gold foil on the in-sole, which is also the only branding you will find on these.

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Margaret Howell shares campaign looks for their Autumn/Winter 2011 collection. Models Dree Hemmingway and Roch Barbot are photographed by Alasdair McLellan and give the looks a common look in greys.

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We previewed the styled looks from Margaret Howell Autumn 2011 recently. Now, Openers provides some details shots of the jackets, footwear, and more being delivered in the collection. The hats may be of special interest to those that have yet to accessorize in this direction. Personally, we love the footwear.

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Margaret Howell presented their mens Spring/Summer 2012 Collection in Paris this past weekend. Today we can give you a first look at the upcoming collection. The collection features a lot of nice summer blazer and knitwear and is in general easy to wear and match, just like we are used to see from the brand.

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Continuing the general theme of relaxation this morning, here’s this Margaret Howell jumper. While you could wear it out and about (and given the standard Howell pricetag, it’d be silly not to) but this would be best left for those days when you’re doing absolutely nothing. (Margaret Howell)