Name: Harrisons of Edinburgh
Founded: 1863 by Sir George Harrison in Edinburgh, Scotland
Headquarters: Savile Row, London & Peebles, Scotland
Quick Facts
Specialty |
Cloth merchant and designer of high-end suiting, jacketing, and coating fabrics – primarily British worsted and woollen cloths woven in Scotland and England |
Range / Collections |
Over 30 collections including Frontier, Premier Cru, Pioneer, Mersolair, Flannel, Fine Classics, Grand Cru, and Revised Classics |
Product Types |
Worsted suiting fabrics, flannels, tweeds, coatings, and lightweight travel cloths; Super 100s–200s wools, cashmere, and blends |
Catalogue Size / Reach |
Hundreds of bunches spanning all tailoring categories; distributed globally to tailors, cutters, and designer ateliers |
Mill History
Harrisons of Edinburgh was founded in 1863 by Sir George Harrison, an Edinburgh wool merchant. The brand quickly became a cornerstone of the British cloth trade, specializing in fine suiting fabrics that reflected the elegant, durable character of Scottish and Yorkshire wool production.
By the early 20th century, Harrisons' fabrics were being exported throughout the British Empire and worn by diplomats, officers, and statesmen – combining Scottish strength with refined finishing. The company's hallmark was a balance between traditional quality and contemporary design updates.
Today, from its offices on Savile Row and Peebles, Harrisons continues to supply the world's leading made-to-measure brands. Its collections – from Frontier's sturdy travel fabrics to Premier Cru's refined Super 200s – demonstrate a deep understanding of English sartorial needs: luxury, longevity, and pure British authenticity.
Harrisons of Edinburgh stands as a timeless emblem of British tailoring tradition, bridging the heritage of Scottish textiles with the precision of Savile Row craftsmanship.
Why We Love Harrisons
Harrisons is excellent at cloth refinement. Their heavier twill cloths make some of the cleanest looking suits. They hang beautifully on the person, and when you stand up it's like you never sat down – they recover very well and do not wrinkle easily. Harrisons is very good at creating an elegant cloth with common materials, and strike a balance between luxury and utility.