Designed and rooted in East London, Kate Sheridan creates contemporary leather goods and clothing which balances classic craft with a functional modern aesthetic. Initially established in 2001 as an accessories brand, Kate Sheridan has evolved over time gradually introducing a ready-to-wear collection. Now an integeral part of the brand, allowing customers to embrace the Kate Sheridan aesthetic from head to toe.
In an age of over consumption and mass produced products, Kate Sheridan has sought to steer a different path. The label creates pieces that endure beyond the season and last for generations. Kate Sheridan is a proud supporter of British Manufacturing, with the entirety of their collections made in England. The designs are driven by a love of traditional manufacturing processes as well as the appreciation for high quality beautiful materials, sourced with the environment at the forefront of the mind.The accessories range uses ecological vegetable tanned leathers which improve with age, taking on their own patina and personality.
The brand opened their first store in Clapton in 2014. Alongside being a shop this space acted as part design studio, part showroom, part workshop. 2022 was a big year for the company as they relocated to a bigger premises as well as opening of Kate Sheridan Workshop in Victoria Park. Walking into both stores you can be englufed into the Kate Sheridan world with the magical aroma of the leather and you can witness many of the leather goods being handmade by Kate and her team. Own-brand products are showcased alongside a carefully curated selection of like-minded designers. Principle stockists have included Toast, Liberty and Young British Designers.