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John Simons

The Village Gate Green Cap

The Village Gate Green Cap

To mark 70 years of John Simons, a name synonymous with timeless style and quiet innovation, we present a special collection of caps.

Each cap honours a chapter in our story—from the early days of the legendary Ivy Shop in Richmond, to The Squire Shop and Village Gate in Soho, the eponymous J. Simons in Covent Garden, and finally Ivy the Elephant, created to celebrate this year’s Indian Madras shirt collection.

More than accessories, these caps are milestones of a rich heritage that introduced the Ivy League look to Britain and helped define modern menswear culture around the world.

Crafted in premium cotton and available in Navy, Green, and Cream.

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The Village Gate

Opened in 1971, The Village Gate took its name, with the blessing of proprietor Art D'Lugoff, from the legendary New York jazz club. A fitting tribute, as the rhythms of jazz and the cool ease of Ivy League style have always been closely intertwined. The Village Gate store captured this spirit perfectly: a meeting point for those who understood that true style, like great music, is timeless, effortless, and full of life. This cap honours the enduring connection between Jazz, the Ivy League look, and John Simons.

Details: 

  • 100% cotton 
  • The Village Gate embroidered design 
  • 6-panel construction
  • Buckle back fastening
  • Available in Navy, Green and Cream 
Regular price £39.00 GBP
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Customer Spotlight: Aya Burns

In this Customer Spotlight, we introduce Aya Burns—a designer whose deep appreciation for timeless style and quality craftsmanship shapes her every purchase and sartorial philosophy. Aya’s journey began as a young university student in Tokyo, exploring Harajuku’s streets in search of unique, well-made pieces that sparked her enduring passion for style. From her early career as a designer in Japan to launching her own womenswear brand, Colenimo, in London, Aya has consistently championed a commitment to quality and thoughtful design in every endeavour.

Here, Aya shares her style insights, inspirations, and love for pieces that artfully blend heritage with functionality. Her story celebrates the power of fashion to connect people who share a passion for craftsmanship, authenticity, and meaningful design.

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