Laird & Co. Hatters
28 Cornmarket Street, Oxford, OX1 3EY, GB
Rating: 3.8 ★ (26 ratings)
Details
Nestled within a fifteenth-century building at 28 Cornmarket Street, Laird Hatters offers a distinctive experience for those seeking quality, handmade headwear. This British company, founded in London by Alex and Zofia Torun-Shaw, prides itself on traditional craftsmanship, creating hats and caps for both men and women. Their Oxford branch, one of several including stores in Cambridge, brings a touch of classic style to the bustling thoroughfare. Each piece is meticulously crafted in their Hertfordshire workroom, showcasing a commitment to UK manufacturing and a passion for hats that began when the founders met at university. The building itself is a historic gem, having originally been three separate shops and undergoing alterations in the seventeenth and nineteenth centuries, adding to the unique character of your visit.
Step inside this hat lover's paradise and discover a collection that ranges from sophisticated Sinatra trilbies and casual Brooklyn tweed caps to elegant women's cloches and stylish Panamas. Laird Hatters is renowned for blending English and Scottish textile heritage with a modern edge, resulting in hats with strong lines, deep colours, and bold statements. The materials, predominantly fur, wool, and tweed, are sourced from the UK, Ireland, and Ecuador, ensuring quality and authenticity. Beyond the hats themselves, you'll find a selection of accessories like brushes, hat jacks, and beautiful feather pins. The friendly team is on hand to help you find the perfect statement piece, reflecting the company's dedication to both a stylish product and excellent, personal customer service.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Thursday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Friday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 240366
Comments
The staff was helpful and informative, and knew what hat I was looking for, with the limited information I was able to provide lol. They had good knowledge of what materials made up the hats, and how to fit the hat to one’s head with cork. I like, how they were not pushy, or up selling other products to get sells, which made the experience feel more real, like your chilling with a friend. Bought the Alfred Trilby hat suede in taupe.
Recommended store would revisit for my hat needs. Bit of friendly Oxford Vs Cambridge rivalry ;p
I wanted to simply have a look at sizes and styles of hats by the door - when suddenly she barked at us from her perch by the till “do you need any help” in quite a sharp tone. Honestly!
Such a shame since it looked like they had some nice things but I’m afraid they lost my custom today.
If you’re a tourist and have no plans of shopping in London or visiting other shops go ahead, but so think you’ll have a much better shopping experience elsewhere.
I have always wanted a bowler hat, and nearly got one. But right as I walked in, I was welcomed by two lovely sales associates, Charlotte and Sara, and they sized me up immediately and handed me the perfect size peaked cap, the “Shelby”.
I have to admit that I have never found a perfectly fitting, accurately coloured, tailored hat before.
Charlotte and Sara were both very welcome, fun and helpful with trying out different styles and making me feel welcome.
And once I saw that the hat read “Made in England”, they had themselves a sale.
If you’re looking for an English hat, this is the place to be.