About Us

Style is key

A business founded on fashion

Family run

3 generations

A team with a goal

Real people bringing real service

Cole's is a family run business with quality and service at its core.

Through 3 generations, the family have continued to offer a traditional approach, focused on personal service and unique collections of products from around the UK and Europe.

1928

The beginning

Our story started with a vision to create something special by hand - William Cole set up on his own making bespoke suits in Epping.
The beginning
1935

Expansion

With the business growing, a new larger home for Cole's was needed. The same building we occupy today.
Expansion
1965

2nd Generation

David Cole joined the business to learn and become a master tailor, under his father's watchful eye.
2nd Generation
1970-80

Growth

The business expands to new locations around Essex, Hertford and Sussex.
Growth
1990

Product Shift

Innovation has always been at the heart of what we do, and as times changed, so did we - moving from bespoke tailoring to the evolving retail business we are today.
Product Shift
Today

The Future

Now led by Freddy in its third generation, Cole’s continues to grow and evolve. With the opening of a new store in Saffron Walden and a fresh approach to suppliers and ideas, the family business remains focused on meeting the needs of today’s customer.
The Future