Founded in London in 1962, Richard Allan became one of the defining names of the vibrant pattern and colour that transformed British fashion in the 1960s. His iconic silk scarves, renowned for their bold artistry and exceptional design, captured the spirit of 1960s and 70s London.
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Under the direction of Richard Allan’s daughter, Cate Allan, the archive has been reimagined for a new generation. The original designs continue to inspire the silk scarf collection, while providing the foundation for an expanding interiors collection of silk cushions, limited-edition artwork prints and hand-tufted rugs.
Limited-edition artwork prints on museum-quality paper translate archival scarf designs into sophisticated schemes. Carefully considered colourways range from bold and vibrant to restrained and muted, with framed artworks designed to work individually or as cohesive groupings. Bespoke sizing and colour adaptations are available.
With its roots in silk, Richard Allan’s cushions and framed silk pieces bring luminosity, colour and richness to interiors.
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The latest addition is a collection of hand-tufted wool rugs created in collaboration with Roger Oates Design, translating Richard Allan’s distinctive patterns and colour into richly textured floor coverings using fully traceable British wool.
British design, quality and craftsmanship have been central to Richard Allan from the outset. Everything is made in the UK, working with carefully selected British makers and specialist manufacturing partners. Quality materials, skilled making and responsible production underpin the collections.
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Today, Richard Allan London offers designers and specifiers a distinctive design resource rooted in British heritage, with a rich vocabulary of colour, pattern and graphic expression, reinterpreted across art, textiles and rugs, with further interior applications to follow.
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