January feels like a natural pause – a chance to look back before the year ahead fully takes shape. As we begin 2026, the Field Grey team has been reflecting on the projects, people and ideas that defined 2025, and the foundations they’ve laid for what’s to come.
Here are the moments that stood out for each of us.
Janice, Creative Director | The Sloane Club
We’ve spoken recently about The Sloane Club on our socials, but the pace, collaboration and joy of this project make it my standout of 2025.
The turnaround was nothing short of miraculous: designs signed off on 20 November; toiling, sourcing, testing and full manufacture completed within eight weeks – with Christmas right in the middle. Most of the garments were made at an amazing London factory, allowing us to keep a close eye on quality and move quickly through the sampling and sealing stages.
The brief from The Sloane Club team was directionally clear, leaving us the freedom – and trust – to create a collection that truly felt like them. That trust was invaluable, and the relationship throughout was warm, collaborative and energising.
What emerged was a fashion-forward collection designed to work hard and stand the test of time. The androgynous tailored trousers were an immediate favourite with both the team and our models – a great sign of longevity.
I’m hugely proud of what we achieved under such pressure, and I’m excited for the collaborations ahead. The UK remains a global centre for design, and long may that continue.
Amie, Designer | Harry Ramsden’s
Earlier this year, I had the joy of working with Harry Ramsden’s – the world-famous fish and chip restaurant.
The brand wanted a complete uniform reboot. Prior to the 2010s, their look had been much more formal, but over time it had softened into casual attire. The brief was to bring back the nostalgia, making the uniform a key part of the “retro” dining experience.
Taking inspiration from 1930s team uniforms – and from Harry Ramsden himself – I designed a longline double-breasted waistcoat to add drama and polish, paired with a red knitted tie in the brand’s signature shade. Worn with a crisp white shirt and black trousers, the look feels rooted in heritage without slipping into costume. It’s memorable, distinctive and genuinely elevates both the team and the guest experience.
The uniforms launched on a bank holiday, celebrated with 7p portions of fish and chips – the original 1928 price. Queues snaked down the promenade. While we were there, we took portraits for our Meet The Team series. Seeing our waistcoats, ties and aprons in action was a proud moment for the whole Field Grey team. The new look brings refinement and character to the buzz of a seaside chippy.
And who doesn’t like fish and chips for 7p?
Maddy, Assistant Designer | Readywear
This year it’s been super exciting to help Field Grey develop some new Readywear pieces, as we introduced two new trouser styles to the collection. Staying true to our ethos of durable, high-quality, fashion-forward workwear, we’ve designed pieces we’re so proud of and can’t wait to start integrating into future projects.
Our Elasticated Waist Trousers, available in male and female styles, have quickly become a studio favourite. They’re stylish, comfortable and brilliantly versatile, made from a soft tailoring cloth that drapes beautifully and is easy to care for. Available in black and navy, you can dress them up or down: wear them to work or wear them to dinner – the choice is yours!
Our new Performance Trousers add a functional edge to the range. Inspired by a traditional cargo silhouette, we refined the design with soft contrast knee panels for comfort, extra-wide belt loops and durable fabrics suited to everyday wear. They maintain that signature Field Grey tailored shape, giving a practical trouser a sophisticated, wearable feel.
Both pairs, shot by stylist Gareth Scourfield in 2025, slot effortlessly into the existing Readywear range, and I love styling the elasticated style with our Relaxed Fit Shirt for an easy, modern look. I can’t wait to start putting these pieces into production and seeing them in real workplaces.
It’s been a fantastic year for Readywear, and we’ve got plenty more up our bib-shirt sleeves for 2026.
Annelie, Content Creator | Fulham Pier
I get to shoot some wonderful venues for Field Grey, and Fulham Pier was one of my highlights of 2025.
I first visited in the summer, when the riverside felt bright, open and buzzy, and returned in winter to photograph the door team in their beautiful overcoats. It was interesting to see how the space had shifted with the seasons and how the uniforms supported that change.
What I enjoyed most was shooting the team for our portrait series. Everyone brought something different to the collection. Photographing them was a joy: we created relaxed portraits, chatting between shots when we heard some lovely feedback on how the uniforms feel in the real world. We also got some great shots of Fulham Pier Director Glen Sutton, who revealed his passion for tailoring in My Uniform.
The setting itself was a dream to shoot. The architecture and interiors gave us so many clean lines, textures and pockets of beautiful light. Shooting portraits with this fabulous backdrop made the whole thing feel like two shoots woven into one.
It’s always rewarding to see a Field Grey collection come to life, but Fulham Pier felt particularly special – a genuinely warm team, an amazing new venue and uniforms that look great in both the sunshine and more sombre winter light. A project I’m really proud to have captured.
Anna, Digital Content Manager | International Women’s Day
This year’s standout moment for me was interviewing five brilliant women for International Women’s Day. The interviews turned into long, insightful conversations about ambition, confidence and the realities of building a career in hospitality.
When we spoke, chef Amber Francis was on the brink of winning Great British Menu. She opened up about being dismissed early on, how “sheer stubbornness” had kept her going, and of producers reminding her, “You deserve to be here.” That theme – doubt on one shoulder, determination on the other – ran through all the interviews.
My chat with Neena Jivraj Stevenson at The Sloane Club was equally revealing, and led to us working together on her My Uniform piece soon after. She spoke candidly about imposter syndrome still creeping in, despite everything she’s achieved. At our former local, Quince bakery, Anna Higham shared how she’s built community through food — and the joy of finally having an apron that fits someone over 5ft 5in.
What struck me across all five stories was how much the industry has shifted — and how much these women are driving that change. Data Hawks’ Victoria Searl summed it up perfectly: “Sometimes you just have to pretend you have the confidence of a mediocre man.” Editing these conversations down was tough – there was so much richness I couldn’t fit in.
A close second was interviewing Daniel Toner at Matter. Their work in textile innovation feels genuinely groundbreaking, and closely aligned with where Field Grey wants to grow. It’s been a year of inspiring conversations, and I’m excited for the stories still to come in 2026.