We shine a spotlight on some of our most exciting independent stockists around the globe. This time, we speak with the buying director of Philip Browne, Norwich’s finest menswear shop.
My name is Paul Harris and I’m the Buying Director for Philip Browne Menswear.
We are situated right in the city centre of Norwich, adjacent to the outdoor market and City Hall.
Philip has always loved clothes and fashion. He was an oil rig worker for 12 years but in 1986 decided to open Philip Browne Menswear with absolutely no experience of clothes or buying and selling! 34 years later he's still here.
Eclectic, personal, curated.
The personal touch from the knowledgeable, friendly staff. Yes, we have an incredible brand mix, but you need the personal touch to connect with your customer and to have them return, time after time.
Tom Waits - Step Right Up.
We have a basement (changing rooms and stock room) that extends under the courtyard to the opposite building. In the 1920s and ‘30s it was one of the hippest jazz venues in the country.
We have a lot of time for Soundclash Records - over the years we've bought a huge amount of our shop music from there. Live music wise, it's got to be the Arts Centre or The Waterfront. Space Studios has also hosted some amazing nights over the years too.
