Category: Tonic News

We want to let you know a little more about our collaboration with Tricker’s – the oldest established shoemaker in Britain. Founded in 1829 and still owned by the founding family, Tricker’s commitment to making shoes and boots of outstanding quality remains wholeheartedly consistent. Their footwear is made entirely from start to finish in Tricker’s…

We’d love you to join us on Thursday 23rd October to celebrate 25 years of Tonic at a very special birthday party we are throwing at UNDR on Portobello Green. From 6pm til late there will be music, drinks and more featuring Ewen Spencer, In Light Of Aquarius and Bill Brewster. Ewen Spencer, established UK music and…

Versatile, timeless and with an ability to be dressed up or down, Jeans have been a style staple for over a century. Jeans are a wardrobe workhorse, find the right pair and they’ll become the star of your rotation – our Elgin and Ladbroke styles come in classic cuts and a range of washes so…

A capsule wardrobe is all about shopping mindfully, picking out fewer but better pieces that’ll work hard for you, and importantly give you a lot of bang for your buck. The idea is about creating a no-nonsense base, a group of ol’ reliables that you’ll always want to reach for that comfortably fill the gaps…

Spring has finally (mostly) arrived, bringing with it bluer skies and the promise of temperatures approaching the high teens. But, dressing for the transitional season can prove tricky, the weather can be unpredictable so it’s important to figure out the perfect pieces to handle the cool nights that won’t make you overheat in the afternoon.…

Offering up practicality and style, modern menswear often takes cues from military silhouettes and few pieces are more enduring than the M-65 field jacket. Originally conceived for utilitarian purposes, it was worn by the US Military and designed to withstand variable monsoonal weather keeping its wearer cool and comfortable. Later on the M-65 became subversive,…

Spring is an unpredictable season, and while March does bring shorter evenings it doesn’t reliably bring warmer weather. So, a snug pair of corduroy trousers remain a welcome alternative to your favourite pair of jeans. Tonic’s Lonsdale, our newest 5 pocket cords, offer a slim fit and are a must have to effortlessly elevate your…

Winter’s not quite done with us yet and as we transition into spring, wrapping up warm is just as important as ever. A good knit needs to have warmth, durability and style – Chepstow, our latest heavyweight raglan crew, delivers on all three.  Crafted from 100% lambswool, Chepstow is spun from the very first shearing…

A good pair of jeans are the very foundation of an every day casual look. They can be the item you wear more than any other, so a classic style and durability are key. At Tonic, we stock a range of selvage denim pairs by Edwin that are the ideal canvas to build an outfit…

If you’re after some stylish knitwear that blends both warmth and durability, you’ll want to invest in some merino wool. Crafted from an incredibly soft fine gauge merino wool, the latest knitwear additions to our Tonic label are the kinds of pieces you’ll pull out of your wardrobe every autumn/ winter season and beyond. Available…

A button-up shirt is an undeniable wardrobe essential. Whether you’re after something smarter and work-appropriate or a style you can wear more casually in your downtime, there’s a lot of choice at Tonic. We’ve picked out a few of our favourites to help you decide what’s best for you.  Tonic – Kensington Shirt First up…

T-shirts and sweatshirts are the essential foundational pieces for any casual outfit. They’re the ideal blank slate you need to build your outfit around and, as a pieces you’ll want to reach for every day, they need to be reliable too. Our own label, Tonic, has just launched a fresh stack of tees and sweatshirts…

It’s Black Friday again, and Tonic will be skipping it. The rise of the shopping weekend just before the holiday shopping season has grown in popularity over the past few years in the UK, has become highly associated with fast fashion and is representative of manufactured demand leading to overconsumption. The anticipated demand leads to…

Shoes are an integral part of every outfit and the right pair can take you from looking good to great. The saying goes that “shoes maketh the man”, and luckily for you, at Tonic we’ve got a few great options to add to your rotation.  Playboy Footwear – Originals If you’re after a pair of…

Happy Christmas! We’re winding down now as we approach Christmas and limping towards the finish line, it’s been a busy month to end a challenging year. I just want to take this opportunity to say thanks for your support, thanks for the friendship and your custom, we are nothing without you. 2023 has been a challenging year…