Benson & Clegg was founded in 1937 by Harry Benson and Thomas Clegg at its
original premises of 34 Bury Street London SW1. After thirty years cutting
experience they decided the time was right for them to branch out and bring
their own unique style of tailoring to customers.
Over the
years the company branched out into a large range of menswear accessories such
as neckwear, buttons, badges and cufflinks, all of which was inspired by our
tailoring heritage and dedication to classic British style.
Today the
business is owned by Barry Austin and Mark Gordon.
MARK GORDON
MANAGING
DIRECTOR
ROYAL
WARRANT HOLDER
After graduating Queen Mary University of London
with a degree in politics, Mark joined the Metropolitan Police as an
Intelligence Analyst. Passionate about English luxury goods and keen to promote
traditional businesses he then moved to Benson & Clegg as a company
director with responsibility for business development. In 2014 he took joint
ownership of the business and currently serves as Managing Director.
“To lead a company of such heritage and prestige
is one of the greatest honours of my career. I am dedicated to ensuring we
remain true to our time honoured values of craftsmanship and quality in
offering our customers the impeccable English wardrobe”.
BARRY
AUSTIN
COMPANY
DIRECTOR
Barry started his career in the automotive
business, though quickly excelled to focus on business and commercial matters.
He brought these skills to Benson & Clegg back in 1993, and was made a
company director in 1998. Barry is now a joint owner of the business and leads
our custom order department.
“I love working with customers on their bespoke
tie, cufflink and badge designs. It’s fantastic to turn those initial design
ideas into wonderful custom made accessories that will be an integral part of
people’s wardrobe for years to come”.
OLIVER
CROSS
HEAD CUTTER
Inspired to join the artisanal craft of tailoring
since the age of seventeen, Oliver has advanced his skills at a tremendous rate
to become one of Savile Row’s most distinguished and respected cutters. Oliver
spent many of his formative tailoring years at Meyer & Mortimer under the
watchful eye of his mentor, Savile Row’s renowned cutter Malcolm Plews. Having
honed his craft over these many years, Oliver is now Head Cutter, working from
his cutting board in the tailoring lounge at 9 Piccadilly Arcade.
Benson
& Clegg
Benson
& Clegg was founded in 1937 by Harry Benson and Thomas Clegg at its
original premises of 34 Bury Street London SW1. After thirty years cutting
experience they decided the time was right for them to branch out and bring
their own unique style of tailoring to customers. It wasn’t until 1976 that
Benson & Clegg moved to its historic premises of Number 9 Piccadilly Arcade
on London’s famous Jermyn Street.
Over the
years the company branched out into a large range of menswear accessories such
as neckwear, buttons, badges and cufflinks, all of which was inspired by our
tailoring heritage and dedication to classic British style.
Today the
business is owned by Barry Austin, Mark Gordon and Tony Martin
For over 75
years our company has grown to become one of London’s most well known and
respected providers of true bespoke tailoring to the modern gentleman. Combined
with our large range of accessories, we have the ability to provide everything
a gentleman needs for a smart and stylish wardrobe to cater for all occasions.
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