Glasgow has always been a city defined by its industry, innovation and straight-talking character. Its fashion follows the same rhythm, practical, expressive, rooted in real life but never short on personality. Finnieston Clothing fits naturally into that landscape. Founded by Ross Geddes, the brand was built around the clear purpose to create clothing with substance.

On the west coast of Scotland, in the seaside town of Ayr, stands one of the country’s quiet but enduring icons of craftsmanship: Alex Begg.