Mining archives, museums and historical records to create the logos and branding for the Colt apparel collection Colt Manufacturing.

The main logo is the founders actual signature found on a letter to a colleague in the mid-1800’s.

The trim incorporated branding and historical elements of the brand.

The full collection and body of work can be seen at Colt Manufacturing.

Derrick Miller was brought on to relaunch the brand and run the commercial efforts of the new Southwick. First was a logo update, modern and sleek the new logo pays homage to the roots of the company as well as the modern approach. Founded in 1929, Southwick was instrumental in creating the “natural shoulder” and had a huge influence on Ivy Style.

Barker Shoes a 140 year old shoe company from Northampton, England was looking for someone to help launch their brand in the American market. Recognizing that the mid-tier level of English shoes was quickly becoming extinct, Derrick presented an alternative, to create a luxury brand with the same factory by updating the quality of the craftsmanship. A narrative built on an adapted skull and crossbones motif from the 17th Lancer regiment was adopted and added subtly into the design of many products. The skull and bones being tacked by hand onto the sole of the shoes and a toe punch in the same design created many loyal fans.