Every brand, it seems, are offering a sideline in wallets, money holders, bags, and various trinkets. To stand out then, you really need to do something different - either a new ethos to your brand or a line of products which capture folk’s attention straightaway.
We noticed Owen & Fred at Pop-Up Flea in London back in November. Granted, we were making an effort to look at every stand, but the quality and style of Owen & Fred’s products really drew our attention and kept us there, chatting with the owner, for quite some time.
It’s hard to say exactly what Owen & Fred focus on. Hanging on either side of the stall were a series of canvas products: the rugged and solid, “Work Hard, Play Hard” duffel bags; and their colourful “Hey Handsome” shaving kit bags on the other. The tables, though, were lined with what can only be described as bar accessories: money-clips, Paisley leather coasters, and my favourite, the “You Earned It” bottle opener - a solid lump of brass that’ll open many beers for years to come.
At Pop-Up Flea, Owen & Fred probably showcased half, if that, of their brand. Visiting their website reveals even more options on the lines we’d viewed, and a whole host of other products just waiting to be seen the next time they’re in London.
We definitely recommend checking out Owen & Fred's American-made products, it's all right up our street. A few of their items can be found in Present, Shoreditch, London. Nik
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