Now, however, the image of a predominantly male society that has stood still in time is also changing in Savile Row. For some years now, a new, younger generation has been shaping business life and image – and this generation consists mainly of women. A generation of women who live enthusiasm for the craft. Mostly young women like Kathryn Sargent who have earned respect and attention through their talent and ambition.
Women stand for a new image
The 39-year-old is currently the most prominent proof of this. In the studio, which she shares with another tailor, the woman with the heart-shaped milkmaid face and straw-blonde bob looks like a foreign body, surrounded by lots of dark wood, fir green, upholstered sofas and an old-fashioned whiskey atmosphere. Not only is she the only woman on Savile Row who owns her own studio called Kathryn Sargent Bespoke (6 Brook St). She was also the first woman to reach the position of “Head Cutter”. In 1996, the trained fashion designer began her apprenticeship at the renowned company Gieves & Hawkes, where she worked her way up to head cutter. Cutters are those who advise customers, take measurements and instruct the tailors. So far, this responsible role has only ever been filled by men. Accordingly, there was a lot of attention when Kathryn Sargent was appointed as the first female head editor. This is the case with such an internationally renowned bespoke tailor as Gieves & Hawkes, which dresses customers such as Prince Charles or David Beckham in suits. After working for Gieves & Hawkes for many years, Kathryn Sargent set up her own studio in London. And as a matter of course, suits and costumes are made by hand for a female clientele.
24 hours in London
London’s range of attractions and attractions is hard to beat. Our editorial team will take you on a 24-hour tour in London. Editor’s tip: Not far from Kathryn Sargent, we can recommend the hotel Claridge’S (Brook Street). Also nearby and an absolute must for fans of selected teas is Postcard Teas (9 Dering St)
