Universal Works

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Universal Works produce contemporary menswear. The companies first collection launched in 2009 with David Keyte (UW co-founder, director, designer) working from his kitchen table with an aim to make real, honest clothing based on fit and good design, though never over designed


Universal Works was inspired by David’s formative years growing up in a provincial midlands town in the seventies, part of a working class family that loved to dress well; seeing his Dad and Uncles in their work-wear and also when dressing for the weekend. Next, working as a sign-writers apprentice, whilst experiencing the development of eighties sporting and music subcultures. And finally a thirty-year span in the fashion industry. From Paul Smith to Maharishi he gained an education from and worked alongside some of the best in the industry.


Universal Works is about the mixing of ideas; understanding heritage and context underpinned by contemporary needs and aesthetics.


"We champion skilled, small-scale production. We produce garments in the right place, both in the UK and overseas, working only with factories we trust, admire and are proud to be associated with. The company also gives us an opportunity to collaborate with amazing people from artists to writers and anyone in between, a process that inspires continual growth and education. Have a look at our Journal section to meet some of these people."


The head office and web store is based in Nottingham and now the brand have four Universal Works stores.

Universal Works is an independent, small company, always approaching their work with passion and a sense of humour.

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OUR ONLINE STORE IS OPEN / We are shipping with Colissimo every Wednesday morning

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