Journal
Explore the latest stories, expert tips, and behind-the-scenes peeks from the world of Gresham Blake Studios. From exciting events and creative collaborations to what's new in bespoke tailoring, we've got the goods to keep you in the know. Stay sharp, stay curious—this is where style takes a twist!
TV & Film Costume Design by Gresham Blake Studios
TV & Film Costume Design by Gresham Blake Studios For over two decades, Gresham Blake Studios has worked across television, film, and music: designing distinctive costumes, tailoring for leading actors, and shaping iconic screen characters. Our work spans Channel 4, Sky Atlantic, BBC, ITV, Amazon Prime, music videos, and major
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Our Design Process: From Brand Truth to Practical Elegance
Our Design Process: From Brand Truth to Practical Elegance At Gresham Blake Studios, we design uniforms by grounding them in the brand and refining them for practical use. The result? Silhouettes, palettes, and details that work hard on shift but equally instil the confidence of the wearer. 1. First Contact
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Measuring Guide and Video
How to Take Simple Measurements for Uniforms & Suit Jackets Getting the right fit starts with a few simple measurements. At Gresham Blake Studios, we keep sizing straightforward so every team member looks sharp, feels comfortable, and is easy to size remotely. This quick guide shows you how to measure
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Customisation and Embellishment
Customising Stock Uniform Pieces – Embroidery, Overprinting, Colour Accents & Bespoke Details Not every project needs a fully bespoke uniform. For many hotels, restaurants, and venues, the perfect solution is a stock base garment elevated with clever customisation: giving you a fast, cost-effective uniform with all the personality of a
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Quality Control & Production at Gresham Blake Studios
Quality Control & Production – How Gresham Blake Studios Ensures Every Uniform Meets Our Standards At Gresham Blake Studios, quality isn’t an afterthought. It’s engineered into every stage of production. From the first fabric strike-off to the final quality inspection, our process is built to guarantee consistency, durability, comfort, and
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Timeline from Start to Finish
Bespoke Uniform Timeline: From First Brief to Final Delivery Each project follows this timeline as a guide, but every client has their own unique workflow. We set out a tailored plan at the start, based around your deadlines, approval points, and operational requirements. Please note, timings are dependent on project
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Bespoke Uniform Fabrics
The Art of Bespoke Uniform Fabric: Crafting Cloth for Truly Unique Uniforms When it comes to uniforms, nothing elevates a brand quite like bespoke fabric. Whether you’re designing a hybrid solution or commissioning something fully bespoke, creating your own cloth allows you to build a look that is unmistakably yours,
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Merchandise & Hotel Gifting – Bespoke Collaborations by Gresham Blake Studios
Merchandise & Hotel Gifting – Bespoke Collaborations by Gresham Blake Studios At Gresham Blake Studios, we design far more than uniforms. For over two decades, we’ve created exclusive merchandise, retail items, and hotel gifting collections for some of the world’s most recognised brands, from boutique hotels to global entertainment companies.
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The Cumberland, London
The Cumberland Hotel (FKA Hard Rock Hotel London) – A Rock-Inspired Uniform Story by Gresham Blake Studios The Cumberland Hotel (formerly the Hard Rock Hotel London) asked Gresham Blake Studios to create a bold new uniform identity for their full opening. Although the hotel has rebranded, it still carries a
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Swingers, Las Vegas and beyond
Swingers: Playful, Performance-Led Uniforms for a Global Crazy Golf Brand Swingers: The Crazy Golf Club is all about energy, theatre and fun, which makes it a perfect fit for Gresham Blake Studios and Gresham Blake. From London to New York, Washington DC, Las Vegas, Boston and Dubai, the venues needed
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The Grand Hotel, Brighton
The Grand Brighton: A Longstanding Gresham Blake Studios Favourite Working with The Grand Brighton has always felt a bit special for us. It’s one of our earliest major hotel accounts, and over the years we’ve refreshed, refined, and reimagined their uniforms while keeping that iconic Grand elegance intact. As with
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The Welbeck Hotel: A Fresh, Confident Uniform Story
The Welbeck Hotel: A Fresh, Confident Uniform Story The Welbeck Hotel Collection draws its inspiration from the hotel’s striking Edwardian architecture, reimagined through a contemporary lens. Celebrating the grandeur and craftsmanship of the original building, the collection balances heritage with modernity: blending timeless elegance with a fresh, confident sensibility. Vivid,
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Riddle & Finns: Bespoke Tailoring for Brighton’s Iconic Champagne & Oyster Bar
Riddle & Finns: Bespoke Tailoring for Brighton’s Iconic Champagne & Oyster Bar Riddle & Finns is one of Brighton’s most beloved institutions: champagne, oysters, marble counters, chandeliers, and a classic seaside atmosphere. Their uniforms needed to feel just as polished and timeless as the experience. We’ve worked closely with their
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Dood, Restaurant
DOOD: A Creative Uniform Story for an Independent Restaurant We Love Working With Some projects just feel special from the start, DOOD is one of them. They’re an independent restaurant built around fire, spice, and the stories of the Silk Road. The space is warm, the food is bold, and
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Fabric & Fit: Sustainable, High-Performance Uniform Textiles
Fabric & Fit: Sustainable, High-Performance Uniform Textiles At Gresham Blake Studios, fabric and fit come first. Before we design a single garment, we test every cloth for breathability, stretch, recovery, colour fastness and wash performance. Then we fit by role, movement pattern and body type, creating shapes that move well,
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After-Care, Warehousing and Stock Management
Beyond Delivery: Our After-Care, Warehousing & Stock Management Service Our after-care, warehousing and stock management services are designed to keep your uniforms performing perfectly: not just on day one, but season after season. At Gresham Blake Studios, our work doesn’t end when the uniforms arrive onsite. We build long-term partnerships
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The Savoy, London
Case Study: The Savoy Beaufort Bar & Butlers, Glamour, Gold and Washable Jacquard The Savoy, a Fairmont managed hotel, is one of London’s most iconic addresses. Deep inside its Art Deco heart sits the Beaufort Bar: a room defined by jet-black walls, glowing gold alcoves, mirrored surfaces and theatrical lighting.
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Client Testimonials
Client Testimonials: Gresham Blake Studios Real feedback from hotels, restaurants, luxury venues and hospitality groups who trust Gresham Blake Studios to design, produce and support their staff uniforms. These testimonials cover our design process, sustainability focus, fitting experience and long-term service. Hyatt’s Lifestyle Group has collaborated with Gresham Blake for
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