September 26

&SONS at Goodwood Revival with Chris Harris

Goodwood Revival is an event we get excited about at &SONS. Beautifully engineered cars with decades of history are not just on display but out on the circuit, still being driven hard. Just as inspiring are the enthusiasts who come to watch, dressed to match those same eras. We spent the weekend taking in the style, both on and off the track.

Where it began

The Goodwood Motor Circuit opened in 1948 hosting competition racing until 1966. 1998, the Revival Festival brought racing back to the circuit, recreating the atmosphere from it’s hay day.

The range of automobile history covered is extraordinary. Pre-war sports cars share the weekend with sculptural 1950s racers, then come the GTs, Grand Prix cars and saloons of the early 1960s.

Engine noise fill the air, the smell of fuel hangs around the paddock, and every close battle gives the crowd a reason to cheer. Decades after they were built, these cars can still put on a race.

The other side of the circuit

Step away from the track and Revival becomes about fashion. There’s 1940s tailoring and service-inspired uniforms, 1950s dresses and workwear, then the cleaner cuts and bolder colours of the 1960s.

People-watching has become as much a part of Goodwood as watching the cars.

Dressing Chris Harris

When we first met Chris, he introduced himself as “the worst dressed man in the UK” and asked for help. We put together a wardrobe that worked for his life behind the wheel and anything else his days might involve. We also promised to get him looking the part for Goodwood.

We chose our McQueen Clay Blazer, inspired by the jacket Steve McQueen wore in Bullitt. Chris wore it with our Mitchell Classic Blue Shirt and McQueen Boot in Tan. A baker boy cap completed the look, with a nod to the heritage style Revival has become known for.

The outfit felt at home among the cars and the crowd. As we moved through the paddock with Chris, it was great to hear people complimenting him on his clothes. Finally.