Knowing Me, Knowing You...
Or KMKY as it is now getting known.
This started off as a way of getting new members to know more about our committee and other members and we soon realised that knowing someone is not just about what they do and who they work for or supply - it's about the person. So we compiled a list of more personal questions some to be taken seriously and others er, less so. The answers have been fascinating and give a greater insight to the individual and even though we thought we knew each other very well it has been an enlightening process.
Here, we take just some of the questions and select those with the more interesting answers and we will publish a new one regularly - we hope you enjoy this as much as we do.
Brian Winterbourne
For many of us Brian IS Mr Menswear.
With a history in our illustrious trade that goes back several decades, a passion for fashion, an eye for detail and a stickler for doing everything 'right' he is an important, if not vital, member of The 39 Club.
Starting in retail then quickly defecting to wholesale he spent 20yrs at Carrington Viyella (Viyella/Rocola/Van Heusen/Peter England) and ultimately joined Europe's largest shirt producer, Seidensticker GmbH.
Semi retired now he is enjoying his time either at his lovely home or travelling, and keeping himself busy with the club and his other consultant role as Principal of 135 member strong buying group, IMC.
He describes himself as er, quite shy..
Most memorable order?
My first casual shirt order from John Lewis Partnership was for £175,000
Most inspirational person in menswear?
It has to be George Davies
Favourite song?
"Have I told you lately" by Van Morrison
Something you are particulalry good at?
Spending other peoples money!
Your worst habit?
I think I talk too much.
Favourite chocolate bar?
I do like a Mars bar from time to time
Do you play a sport?
Yes - I like badminton and swimming
Who would play you in a film?
I think that would have to be George Clooney
Fantasy Dinner Guests?
Oscar Wilde, Winston Churchill & Marilyn Monroe.
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Nigel is our current Chairman and is married to the lovely Sarah - seen here.
Nigel is 60 years old, lives in Dartford in Kent and owns NP Agency . He has a stunning showroom in Central London and Nigels main brands include:-
A Fish named Fred, Alberto, Ingram, Montechiaro, Milestone & Roy Robson
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Simon has been a passionate supporter and member of The 39 Club for many years and was on the committee until recently.
Simon is 62 years old, married to Joanne for 25yrs and has two children - Mae and George, and lives in Godmanchester. He owns the Heritage Brands Agency.
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Andrew, often known as Andy, worked for almost 46 years in the clothing industry from Jaytex Ltd to the NFL(US), Alpha Industries(US) to Merc., Sportswear and Heritage fashion specialist. Andy is retired now for almost 4 years.
Andy keeps abreast of all the Trade News keenly within The 39 Club, retaining the role of Social Secretary by very popular choice.
Next time you see him - ask about his time in a glam rock/new romantic band The Dumb Blondes....or click below for more..
