Soufflé - Thames - Navy_Tartan
Ever wondered what it was like to wear a fluffy pancake? Made from our specially spun Soufflé yarn, it's one of those jumpers that you really don't want to take off. The Thames has an exquisite intarsia waveform knit; a nod to the iconic River Thames.
All our Soufflé jumpers are knitted with Lambswool on the machine's back bed to up not just the softness but the strength as well.
Soufflé - Thames - Navy_Tartan
- Designed by us in the UK
- Made by us in the UK
- Linked by hand
The River Thames
The River Thames is England’s longest river, stretching 215 miles from the Cotswolds to the North Sea, passing through key cities like Oxford, Windsor, and London. It has been a vital waterway for trade, transportation, and defense throughout history, particularly in London, where it shaped the city's growth. Since Roman times, the Thames has played a central role in London’s development, evolving from a trade route during the Roman and Medieval eras to an industrial powerhouse in the 18th and 19th centuries. Iconic landmarks such as Tower Bridge, Big Ben, and the London Eye are located along its banks, and it continues to be a key part of London’s landscape and identity.
In modern times, the Thames is primarily a recreational and cultural hub, with river cruises, festivals, and famous events like the Oxford-Cambridge Boat Race. Efforts to clean the river have been successful, making it one of the world’s cleanest urban rivers, supporting a variety of wildlife. The construction of the Thames Barrier in the 1980s also ensures flood protection for London. The river remains central to London’s identity, serving as a backdrop to historical, cultural, and modern developments.