BEHIND THE FABRIC INTERVIEW WITH DOROTHY ARNOTT OF HALLEY STEVENSONS

continuously evolve creating new finishes We supply world renowned fashion businesses globally, high street and independent designers alike

Tell us about Halley Stevensons?

Halley Stevensons are Textiles manufacturers specialising in the production of authentic waxed cotton and water repellent fabrics for the apparel and luggage markets

We have a dedicated team in house from various backgrounds from design, engineering, and chemistry. This diverse team allows the business to focus on research and development and

What is Halley Stevensons best known for?

Innovating Textiles since 1864 based in Dundee, Scotland our unique selling points are creating fabrics which are built to last and sustainable at their core We dye and finish all under one roof, which gives us control of the process and high quality

Weatherproof fabrics help us stay warm and dry in the toughest conditions From urban commuters to seasoned explorers, distant ancestors to future generations, we rely on these materials to protect us from the elements

As a partner to some of the world’s leading fashion houses, we undertake all dyeing, processing, and finishing from our factory in Dundee This keeps our footprint small while maintaining traceability at every stage it also offers a deeper level of collaboration to clients when developing bespoke fabrics

EV: What are you most proud of at Halley Stevensons?

I am most proud of the partnerships we build with like minded brands Our team goes out of our way to service our clients We don't take a one-sizefits-all approach Our processes are flexible, allowing greater control during production Shared ownership is important to us as we believe the best work is done when working towards a common goal

EV: What’s it like to be a part of the team at Halley Stevensons?

We have a collaborative community Each of our members are willing to help and support each other as well as business growth We're confident and understated with a genuine passion for what we do We build long-term relationships that place value on collaboration and trust, both in-house and with external clients As a result, our original fabrics are bursting with integrity, character, and heritage

EV: What does the future look like for Halley Stevensons?

Through conscious innovation and time-honed craft, our textiles are a sustainable alternative to synthetic polymers and are packed full of character By learning from our environment, we have developed wax finishes that are robust, stand the test of time and are ready to respond to whatever mother nature throws at us We're a creative business that can see the bigger picture We pride ourselves on breaking new ground inventing new products and processes that are high quality, gentle on the environment and fair to our supply chain

Halley Stevensons is the future of performance naturals

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