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Contact Details

Email

[email protected]

Phone

+44 20 7529 1038

Address

87 Loughborough Road
London, SW9 7UD

Opening Hours

  • Monday - Friday 9:00 - 18:00
  • Saturday 10:00 - 14:00
  • Sunday Closed

About Xesuhe

Creating distinctive headwear through traditional millinery techniques and contemporary design sensibility since our establishment in London.

Handcrafted hat creation process

Our Beginning

Xesuhe started in a small workshop near Loughborough Road, where the founder combined formal millinery training with a passion for preserving traditional hat-making methods. What began as custom orders for local theatre productions grew into a business serving clients across London and beyond.

The workshop expanded gradually, adding skilled artisans who shared the commitment to quality construction and attention to detail. Each person brought specific expertise—from blocking and shaping to trimming and finishing—creating a team capable of producing diverse styles while maintaining consistent standards.

Today, the studio operates from its permanent location at 87 Loughborough Road, where clients can visit by appointment to discuss custom projects or select from ready-to-wear collections. The space includes a showroom, workbenches for different stages of production, and storage for materials sourced from established suppliers in Britain and Europe.

Our Mission

We produce headwear using established millinery techniques, working with natural materials and maintaining construction methods that ensure durability. Each piece receives individual attention during production, from initial blocking through final finishing. Our work serves clients seeking well-made hats for specific occasions or everyday wear.

Our Vision

We aim to maintain millinery as a viable craft by training new artisans and demonstrating that handmade headwear remains relevant. Through consistent quality and transparent production methods, we show that traditional skills can meet contemporary needs without compromising standards or adopting mass production approaches.

Craftsmanship

Every hat passes through multiple hands during production. Blocking specialists shape the foundation, trimmers add decorative elements, and finishers complete the interior work. This division of labour ensures each stage receives focused attention from someone with specific expertise in that area.

Material Selection

We source felt from mills in the Czech Republic that have operated for over 80 years, straw from Italian suppliers specialising in natural fibres, and trimmings from British manufacturers. Material choices directly affect how a hat wears and ages, so we prioritise suppliers with documented quality control processes.

Client Communication

Custom orders begin with a consultation to discuss intended use, style preferences, and practical requirements like head measurements and comfort considerations. We provide samples of materials and show examples of similar completed work to ensure clear understanding before production begins.

Experience and Expertise

Millinery workshop with traditional tools

Our team includes three milliners with formal training from recognised institutions, two pattern makers who specialise in adapting historical designs for modern wear, and one finishing specialist who handles interior work and sweatband installation. Combined, the team has over 35 years of experience in commercial millinery production.

The workshop maintains equipment for both traditional and contemporary techniques. Wooden hat blocks in various sizes and shapes allow for precise forming, while modern steamers and pressing equipment ensure consistent results. We keep detailed records of each custom order, including measurements and material specifications, enabling accurate reproduction if clients request additional pieces.

Production capacity varies by style complexity, but typically ranges from 15 to 25 pieces per week for standard designs. Custom orders requiring new blocks or unusual materials take longer, usually 4 to 6 weeks from consultation to completion. Rush orders can be accommodated depending on current workload, with additional fees applied for expedited production schedules.