WITHNELL is an exciting amalgamation of my life experiences from the fashion industry and from teaching. I describe myself as an 'oldtrepeneur' because I started WITHNELL in my fifties. I didn't want to always be wondering 'what if?" So I took a leap of faith into a whole new adventure with the encouragement of my wonderful family and friends.

My designs are named after people special to me and they have a story to tell which my customers love. These are all real people and part of my heritage. A ribbon is inserted in each garment to embroider the name of the wearer. This way I am showing that my garments have a value and they are part of the wearers journey through life. The ribbon has a motto, ‘love me, wear me, share me. I hope that Withnell finds a place in your heart and your wardrobe forever.