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24 Jun 2024
The Local Projects Keeping Traditional Skills Alive
A growing number of people taking a more mindful approach to consumption can only be a good thing for the environment. As part of our Schools Interaction Programme, we have been teaching local secondary school students some basic sewing skills to encourage waste aversion and perhaps discover the craftspeople of the future.
07 Sept 2024
Yuthanan - Creative & Photographer
For our AW24 Eastern Lens chapter, we took on the creative vision of founder-cum- photographer Nicholas Yuthanan Chalmeau (Yuthanan, for short) as we embody our new season pieces in his home country, Japan.
25 Oct 2024
Burlington Arcade
Johnstons of Elgin’s brand new Burlington Arcade boutique offers a first-class experience across three floors of the House. Our expert team offer exceptional customer service with personal shopping appointments available.
25 Nov 2024
Oliver Spendley | Sculptor
As we prepared to open doors to our new Burlington Arcade Boutique earlier this month, we sought out the skillset of local Scottish craftspeople to help make the ‘House’ a home. Amongst the talent was sculptor, Oliver Spendley. Based in the Highlands, Oliver spends his days perfecting his craft in creating Totem-style furniture and sculptures using natural, sustainably sourced materials. We chat more about the project he created for our new store and the inspiration behind it, whilst learning more about his venture.
05 Dec 2024
A Tribute to Our Founder
To mark the 250th Anniversary of our founder, Alexander Johnston (31 December 1774 – 16 March 1864), we’ve created a covetable limited edition blanket. Referencing designs from one of the oldest pattern books in our Archive.