Turnbull & Asser is a British male luxury clothing retailer. The company was established in 1885 and currently has its flagship store on Jermyn Street in the St James's area of London and its bespoke store around the corner on Bury Street. In addition to the two London stores, the company has a shop in New York City.
History
The business was founded as a hosiery under the name "John Arthur Turnbull" in 1885 by John Arthur Turnbull and Ernest Asser, "at the time, a hosier and salesman, respectively".[1] It was established in the St James neighbourhood of London, as the area was the site of numerous clubs and high-end haberdashers. The name was changed to "Turnbull & Asser" in 1895.[1]
In 1903, after continued success and the death of John Turnbull, the company moved to its present location at 71-72 Jermyn Street.[1] In 1915, during World War I, Turnbull & Asser developed a raincoat