ABOUT KEMPT

Kempt began as a “what if’ conversation, which over the course of a number of months developed into a really exciting “let’s do it” conversation.

Our objective was simple – begin with a small selection of timeless menswear garments made using superior quality fabrics and fastenings and producing them in small numbers, and to the same high standard we ourselves would expect when choosing or wearing such a garment.

With a small team and a limited budget, we understood we couldn’t do everything at once. Favouring simple style over high fashion, we decided to focus on the basics and set about developing a smart casual collection, consisting of classically elegant casual shirts and trousers, pieces that in our opinion should form the basis of a man’s wardrobe.

Our mantra?

Invest in a small number of great quality things rather than lots of mediocre things. Timeless and elegant classic pieces that make it easy for a man to look good without too much fuss.

Deliberately avoiding current menswear trends, all our choices have historic influence and wide appeal – for instance, the cotton Oxford button down shirt, relevant in menswear for so many decades, is something we wanted to put our own handwriting on. The same can be said for the soft denim chambray shirt, or our crisp poplins, all from European mills, and made in European factories.

Sticking to our core principles of a timeless look, our accessories are also made to the highest standards. Our belts, made from a very high quality Italian leather; our socks are made from the finest ethically sourced made in Italy, fit perfectly into the world of Kempt.

When it came to shoes, well there was only one choice, which is why were thrilled when luxury British heritage shoemaker Crockett & Jones chose to work together with us. 

When we look to the future, quality and elegance will always be at the heart of the Kempt message. We believe the rest will follow.