Celebrating Wool

Join us for a lively thought-provoking panel discussion in celebration of Wool Month. Panellists will share how they use wool in their collections and delve into the benefits and positive impacts of this historic versatile material. Discussions will share what it is like to work with British farms, and how the process of farm to fleece to finished garment works within the fashion industry. This talk will shine a light on the artisanal processes involved in making wool garments and the commitment of brands such as Navygrey and Anglo-Italian to the economic and environmental importance of wool. This event has been organised by Campaign for Wool in conjunction with Wool Month.

Meet the panel:

Rachel Carvell-Spedding, Founder of Navygrey

As the founder and creative force behind Navygrey, Rachel Carvell-Spedding has successfully built a brand that resonates with individuals seeking timeless elegance and ethical fashion choices. Her journey from a history scholar and documentary producer to a fashion entrepreneur reflects her unwavering determination, passion for quality, and dedication to sustainability. With Navygrey, Rachel continues to make her mark in the fashion industry, offering a compelling alternative to fast fashion – and making things that feel good.  Natural, traceable and increasingly regenerative crafted by the best.

Jake Grantham, Founder of Anglo-Italian

Jake Grantham’s career spans Savile Row, Hong Kong, New York, and ultimately back to London, where he founded Anglo-Italian in 2017. Bridging the gap between Italian and British tailoring traditions, Jake is celebrated as a champion of artisanal craftsmanship. He partners with workshops and mills in both England and Italy, ensuring that his designs honour classic techniques while remaining relevant to the modern consumer.  

Haldi Kranich-Wood, Business Development Manager of British Wool

Haldi Kranich-Wood is a Business Development Manager with over nine years of experience in the British wool industry. Specialising in fostering strong relationships with supply chain partners, Haldi has been instrumental in promoting the use of local wool across the fashion and textile sectors. With a deep commitment to heritage, sustainability, and the future of British wool, Haldi brings valuable insights into the power of collaboration to ensure the continued success of this vital local resource.

Sarah Clark, Stylist and Art Director

Sarah Clark brings over 25 years’ experience as a widely respected and sought-after stylist and art director. London based, she has worked for high profile fashion brands and glossy magazines including Marie Claire, Glamour, Red, and The Telegraph’s Stella. In 2010, she launched Douceur (previously LittleSpree) with a mission to take the effort out of effortless style with carefully curated edits across fashion, beauty and the home. Sourced by Sarah and a collective of trusted industry contributors, Douceur has become a go-to destination for an expert eye, industry insider intel, and that all-important high-low blend, featuring brands large and small. For her ever-growing community of loyal followers, Sarah is loved for her signature aesthetic of romantic, laid-back femininity always with a tomboy edge and attitude.

Host

Davina Catt is a journalist, writer, director. She writes for leading publications including Vogue International, Financial Times, as well as being contributing editor at new biannual title, Violet. Davina is regularly asked to conduct talks and be part of panels at venues, such as BAFTA and Fashion & Textile Museum, including recently an in-conversation event with legendary sixties model, muse and actress, Pattie Boyd and working with Chanel on a film screening.

Davina has taken her experience with writing, narrative and film to write and direct an arts-based documentary, which was screened across Curzon cinemas. She has also appeared in campaigns for designers such as Lara Bohinc MBE, been photographed by globally recognised names from Rankin to Mike Figgis, and her body of work has been featured in titles including Vogue Italia, Tatler, Harpers Bazaar UK, American Elle.

The event starts at 10:30 in the Fashion Studio and lasts for approximately 80 minutes, including an opportunity to ask questions. Exhibition entry is included with your ticket and visitors are welcome to view the exhibition after the talk.