In Conversation with Alice Leet-Cook & Rosie Turner
Co-Founders of Hicks & Brown
Independent hat brand combining British heritage with contemporary style
AJ’s blazers have embroidered quotes inside them – what is your fave inspiring quote?
“The risk of taking a leap forward is daunting, but not as daunting as staying in the same place. You will never regret trying”.
What is the best part of having your own business?
The flexibility it provides, enabling us to spend more time with our families.
Do you have any exciting new plans or products for H&B?
Everything is top secret right now but we are planning to launch into new product categories other than hats which is really exciting. A big next chapter we can’t wait to share more on soon.
How do you unwind away from your business?
Exercise and spending time with our young families.
Another inspiring woman in business?
Francesca and Sian from My Bestfriends Wardrobe, we love how they bring their own style into their products across their website and socials too.
Your top piece of advice for anyone starting their own business?
We’ve worked with a mentor from early on in our journey and couldn’t recommend this highly enough to anyone starting out. They have helped us set goals and kept us accountable each month whist being a great sounding board and source of advice when we face challenges.
What does your dream blazer look like?
To be honest Anna you’ve created our dream blazer already! It’s the Double Breasted Blazer in Glen Check – love how you’ve styled it with denim for a really contemporary look.