FASHION
An Interview with David Keyte of Universal Works
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Universal Works may not have been around for decades but its status in the British menswear industry speaks volumes of the Nottingham-based brand. Gaining experience at the likes of Paul Smith and Maharishi, founder David Keyte launched Universal Works in 2008, inspired by the utilitarian work wear that was a staple of his working class background in a 1970s midlands town. We spoke to Keyte about the brand, his inspirations and how he sees the Universal Works man.
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Sarah Atkinson Writer and expert