Established in 2012 and based in Enfield, Tower Garments is an independent garment manufacturer which has become a valued partner to more than 50 brands across the UK and internationally. With around 90 employees and a broad product capability, the business combines craftsmanship with flexibility, offering both *CMT and *fully factored production for labels ranging from global heritage brands to emerging designers.

Originally specialising in outerwear, the factory has recently diversified its offer. Today, its output includes shirts, overshirts, boxers, camisoles, tailoring, dresses and technical garments such as swimwear and lingerie. The team currently produces around 1,200 jackets weekly alongside a variety of other garments in small to mid-scale volumes. From fine silks and cottons to rugged wools and stretch jerseys, they have the machinery and expertise to work across a wide fabric range.

Trusted by British and international brands

Tower Garment’s client list reflects the diversity of their capability, explains founder Levent Hassan. “We are a long-term UK manufacturer for Baracuta’s iconic Harrington jackets and have produced collections for Filson in the US.” British brands including SEH Kelly, HebTroCo, Ahluwalia, King & Tuckfield, Turnbull & Asser and Crombie (in collaboration with Grace Wales Bonner) have trusted the factory for their made-in-UK production. High-profile fashion names such as Stefan Cooke, JordanLuca, and Fairfax & Favour have also produced their ranges in partnership with the factory.

The team has also produced a wide variety of uniform projects too, including most recently for the Royal Museums Greenwich and National Portrait Gallery, and garments for private schools via Cordings of Piccadilly.

Clients in Japan, where there’s strong demand for UK-made goods, work with the business through partners such as Borderless. “Most of the product made in Enfield is ultimately exported,” adds Hassan. 

Supporting new brands and sustainable design

Tower Garments is particularly committed to supporting independent designers. The business prides itself on not imposing minimum order quantities (*MOQs) and works closely with each brand to find viable, scalable solutions. Current smaller-batch clients include Conkers and Romina Ferrari. The team’s open-door approach means that many new labels begin their journey at the factory in Enfield, often with access to in-house sampling support and a freelance pattern cutter who offers hands-on guidance.

The company is also increasingly working with brands that repurpose deadstock fabric. Most recently this is illustrated through a project with Nike, which involved transforming surplus materials into new collections led by a UK designer. Similar projects are underway for other brands keen to lower their environmental impact.

Evolving and expanding

In recent years, the manufacturer has expanded into specialist categories. They previously operated a dedicated swimwear unit for a designer swimwear brand and are open to working with other swim or stretchwear brands. They also produce lingerie for labels such as Miss Crofton, using the appropriate machinery including overlockers, coverstitch, rubber and elastic handling, to maintain technical precision.

The team is also exploring launching a couple of in-house brands, working with niche fabric suppliers and using their own production capability as a platform for innovation.

Commitment to craft, culture and collaboration

The culture on the factory floor is a careful blend of experience and enthusiasm. Many staff have been with the business since its early years, and the traditional “hands-on” methods are still in use today. There’s a strong emphasis on quality construction techniques, including *AMF stitching, twin needle work, zig-zag and blanket stitching. Clients are welcome to visit, check progress and many film their garments being made for social media, explains Hassan. “We often have brands and designers in the factory making little clips for social media to show their pieces in production and the ‘behind the scenes’ process.”

Turnaround times are currently around 2–3 weeks for sampling and 4–6 weeks for booked production.

Hassan sums it up simply: “We only want to work with nice people. Our long-standing customers value how approachable we are and often describe us as old school – we still do things the way they were being done 30 years ago. We have a long relationship with our team and we know how to make a garment properly. Plus, thanks to our location, they can come in here and check everything to see where it’s being made.”

To get in touch, call +44 (0)20 8804 4747 or email info@towergarmentslondon.com

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In detail

*CMT stands for Cut, Make, Trim. It’s a type of garment manufacturing service where the client supplies the fabric and often the patterns or technical specifications, and the factory provides the labour and machinery to:

• Cut the fabric according to the patterns
• Make (i.e., sew) the garment together
• Trim the garment, which includes finishing touches like adding buttons, labels and any final pressing or packing

CMT is commonly used by smaller brands, designers, or companies that want more control over their raw materials and sourcing. It allows flexibility and is generally more cost-effective than full-service production, especially for lower quantities or complex garments.

*Fully factored refers to a complete, end-to-end manufacturing service in which the factory handles all aspects of producing the garment, from sourcing materials to final delivery.

A fully factored service typically includes:

• Fabric sourcing: The factory finds, purchases and manages the fabrics based on the client’s specifications.
• Trims and components: They also source zips, buttons, labels, linings, elastics, threads and any other materials required.
• Pattern development: Creating or refining patterns and technical specs.
• Sampling: Producing development samples, fit samples and pre-production samples.
• Grading and marking: Adjusting patterns for different sizes and optimising fabric use.
• Production: Cutting, sewing, finishing, pressing, quality control.
• Labelling and packing: Adding brand labels, care labels and packing the garments as specified.
• Logistics: Sometimes includes delivery or coordination with the brand’s distribution partners.

*MOQs (or Minimum Order Quantities) refer to the smallest number of units a factory is willing to produce per style, colour or order. MOQs are set to ensure production is economically viable for the manufacturer. MOQs can vary widely depending on the type of product, complexity of construction, fabric availability, and the manufacturer’s structure. Some factories waive or reduce MOQs in exchange for long-term relationships or for promising new labels.

*AMF stitching is a decorative, machine-made stitch that closely resembles traditional hand-sewn pick-stitching, giving garments a refined, tailored finish. Commonly used on lapels, hems, and pocket edges in high-end jackets and coats, it uses a thicker thread that sits slightly raised on the fabric. The process requires specialised machinery and is slower than standard stitching, making it a hallmark of craftsmanship often reserved for luxury or artisanal tailoring.