A touch of the dandy about these 1960s Berwick jackets at Adam of London, which were first made in 1965.
Of course, the inspiration for these jackets goes back further. The look originated as far back as the 18th century, and the ‘Regency’ look is undeniable. However, this kind of jacket returned to popularity in the 1960s.
Adam himself (of Adam of London) first started making these tailor-made for his clientele in 1965 in the London Carnaby Street area. But tastes changed, and by the latter part of the 20th century, this jacket had fallen out of production.
Upon opening the label’s 3rd shop on Berwick Street in 2020, Adam of London decided, as a tribute to the original Carnaby Street and Soho area, that they would bring back the Regency style with a modern twist and name it after the street where many of the original tailors were based in the 60s – and being the home of its flagship store.
The Berwick has now become one of the most popular items in the store, and for good reason. There aren’t many places selling these ‘off the peg’, if anywhere at all. Yes, a tailor could make you something similar. I had a suit in black mohair made with this look some years back. But this is a far easier option.
Indeed, if you fancy a suit, there are suit options available at the retailer. But you can just pick up a jacket in a range of fabrics from corduroy to velvet.
Expect to pay from £295 for a jacket and something like £450 for a suit.
Find out more at the Adam of London website
