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Here at Hansfords, we're in love with our range of Possum fur knitwear from Noble Wilde! Used in a variety of products we stock including jumpers, beanie hats and scarves, this particular collection is popular among customers and the entire...

For nearly 18 years, from his office above Hansfords Menswear in Chichester, Matthew has run Extra Cover, a charity he co-founded to help Sri Lanka's poorest rebuild their homes following the Boxing Day tsunami in December 2004. The charity changed...

Hansfords' stock comes mainly from two key sources - at least in concept. It comes from either visiting tradeshows or from suppliers whom Matthew visits regularly to build up important, mutually beneficial relationships.

In 1908 when Joscelyn Hansford founded Hansfords Menswear, he made sure customer service was at the forefront of all his decisions. Today we still believe in establishing and continuing wonderful relationships with our customers: we are to serve rather than...

If it is stylish, excellent quality and created sustainably by a family firm, then that's a great first step to ensuring Hansfords' interest in a garment. The carefully crafted wool and cotton items from Swedish brand, Holebrook, certainly ticks these boxes and more.

This season, we are focusing on layering to ensure you can still be stylish, comfortable and appropriately dressed even if climate change goes on to show we have the hottest, wettest or driest winter on record.

There's nothing like a bit of sun to cheer us all up... it's a great excuse to get out and about, choose a fresh new wardrobe or buy something new and summery to wear!

It's been a difficult few years for everyone with lockdowns, restrictions, inflation and rising unemployment but it is the poorest in society who suffer the most. This has been seen very clearly by the charity Extra Cover. I am sure you remember that Extra Cover is the charity founded by Matthew & Jill Hansford and Robert Easton after the boxing day Tsunami in 2004 with the aim of helping some of the poorest people in Sri Lanka.

It seems a long time ago but back in 2019 we asked you for help. And goodness, you delivered! We were amazed by the huge response to our plea for help in deciding what to do about the plastic bag conundrum. Thank you so much for taking the time to answer and give your valued opinions on the matter.

We have been discussing playing some music instore and would love to know what you think. Do you come in for a relaxing browse and some peace, or would you prefer some background melodies?

Vedoneire, founded in 1951 by Hamilton Livingston in Dublin, is a family run brand which has luxury underwear in its portfolio. Hansfords used to stock "Jockey Underwear" but when this brand pulled out of the independent UK market, the hunt was on for a replacement... and now you are in for a treat!

In 2008, as part of Hansfords’ 100^th year celebrations, Matthew launched the now hugely popular ‘Centenary Club’. Every year members receive thousands of pounds' worth of discounts and free gifts. During the 'Hansfords Grand Christmas Giveaway', Matthew gives members over £10,000 worth of presents. The gifts range from the wonderful shirts by Oscar of Sweden and knitwear from Italy, to Viyella socks, leather wallets and the world famous Taylors of Old Bond Street shaving creams. 

The charity Extra Cover is run from the offices at Hansfords, helping over 1,200 poor children in Sri Lanka.

Hansfords menswear has been running the charity Extra Cover for 16 years, but the last 2 years have been incredibly tough both at home and in Sri Lanka. 

You know how Hansfords loves a family firm, how we love to support British brands and how we allow only the highest quality stock into our store? Well, we have a treat for you!

The charity Extra Cover is run from the offices at Hansfords, helping over 1,200 poor children in Sri Lanka.

We are thrilled for Meyer and so proud that Hansfords stocks this amazing brand. The company has recently been awarded a coveted STeP by Oeko-tex® standard.

We have a dilemma with the bags we put your purchases in and we need your help! We would love you to take part in a conversation with us on the plastic vs paper vs reusable debate.