The Arkwright Henley Shirt

The Arkwright Henley – Returning 2026. Pre-Order Today. Production Begins Jan 2026.  Deadline 5th Jan.

The Arkwright Henley is set to return in 2026 as part of The Biggs Collection, newly remade with an upgraded maker and a superior 9oz heavyweight organic cotton jersey.

This is the finest iteration yet of one of our most-loved heritage garments.

Named after Sir Richard Arkwright — the inventor, entrepreneur, and industrial pioneer whose innovations transformed the textile industry — this garment celebrates both craftsmanship and legacy.

Arkwright’s mechanisation of cotton spinning revolutionised manufacturing and established one of the world’s first factory systems in Cromford, Derbyshire.

Design & Fabric

Crafted from a 9oz heavyweight organic cotton jersey, The Arkwright Henley combines softness, durability, and authenticity. Based directly on an early 20th-century example, it captures the understated utility and practicality of the original working garment.

Featuring knitted jersey sleeves and a calico cotton button placket, it’s designed for layering — equally at home worn on its own or beneath shirts and knitwear. Every detail has been considered, from fit to finish.

Heritage Details

The Henley is finished with English-made Corozo buttons, crafted from the nut of the Tagua palm — a fully sustainable, natural material also known as vegetable ivory. As these nuts fall naturally when ripe, no trees are cut or damaged in their harvest — ensuring both ethical sourcing and enduring quality.

Historically, Henleys were worn as the first layer — a protective vest that kept outer garments clean and added warmth. The Arkwright honours that tradition, bringing period authenticity to a modern, versatile staple.

Key Features

• New production : new maker, upgraded quality

• 9oz heavyweight organic cotton jersey

• Authentic early 20th-century pattern

• Calico cotton button placket

• English-made Corozo (vegetable ivory) buttons

• Soft, durable, and breathable

• Designed and made in England