The Chalk Room at Hostem
“It’s clear that we are in the midst of a backlash against disposable high street commercialisation,” says master shoemaker Sebastian Tarek, one of a select group of artisans hand-picked to partner with hip London store Hostem in its latest offering – The Chalk Room. A thoroughly modern take on bespoke menswear, The Chalk Room offers exclusivity and individualism without the stuffy atmosphere – think Shoreditch rather than Savile Row. As menswear designer Charlie Casely-Hayford states, “The bespoke partners represent true modern day craftsmen – not trapped in the past, but looking to the future.” Our reporter Paul Mendez delves into the beautifully designed basement to find out more…
The Chalk Room at Hostem
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