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It all started on a college rugby pitch in 1970, when Fran Cotton & Steve Smith first met in Loughborough.
“We didn’t get on so well at first. I kept thinking, who’s this cheeky so-and-so? But in the end, we hit it off and we’ve been team-mates ever since!”
Not long after they met, Fran recieved his first call-up and cap in 1971 and was joined on the international stage by Steve the following year. Throughout the decade the two friends took part in prestigious tours to South Africa, New Zealand, Australia, Argentina, The USA and Canada.
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Cotton Traders Products
Fleece Lined Shirt
- Pure cotton with a deeply soft teddy fleece lining
- Yarn-dyed check all over
- Lightly wadded long sleeves for extra warmth
- Two-piece collar and stand
- Corduroy trim detailing to the shoulders and back yoke
- Chest patch pocket with button fastening
- Double button cuffs and gauntlet
- Side splits for easy movement and a casual look
Our heavyweight fleece-lined check shirt is a cosy choice for winter. The pure cotton yarn-dyed check fabric is lined with sumptuously soft teddy fleece for unbeatable warmth and comfort that’s perfect for layering over T-shirts. The sleeves are lightly wadded, with stylish corduroy panels to the shoulders and back. Finished with double button cuffs, a button-fastening chest pocket and side splits, this shirt will quickly become your go-to on cooler days.
Machine Washable
Outer: 100% Cotton Lining: 100% Polyester
Length approx 31″ (79cm)
Half Zip Mock Shirt Jumper
- Pure cotton for easy comfort
- Two-in-one mock shirt and jumper combination for an effortless layered look
- Mock shirt insert in yarn-dyed checks with a functional button-fastening placket
- Neat two-piece button-down collar
- Folded stand collar with a half zip to the long-sleeved jumper layer
- Stretch rib collar, hem and cuffs for a comfortable fit
If you’re looking for that laidback layered look, call off the search. Things don’t get much more effortless than this two-in-one mock shirt jumper. In pure cotton, you have a half zip knit jumper with the illusion of a yarn-dyed check woven shirt collar layered underneath it. The mock shirt insert features a neat button-down collar and functional button-fastening placket; whilst the soft knitted half zip neck jumper is designed with long sleeves, a folded stand collar, and shape-saving stretch rib to the neck, hem and cuffs.
- Machine Washable
- 100% Cotton Mock Shirt 100% Cotton
- Length approx 28.5″ (72cm)
Lambswool Rich Fair Isle Jumper
- Lambswool-rich knit for warmth and a luxurious feel
- All-over Fair Isle pattern for a timeless look
- Crew neck styling
- Long semi-fashioned set-in sleeves
- Stretch rib to the neck, hem and cuffs for a comfortable fit
- Herringbone back neck tape
The secret to this jumper’s timelessness lies in its simplicity. We’ve taken the cosy warmth and classic style of lambswool and made it machine washable so you can wear and wash it without worrying; whilst a classic crew neck lets the traditional Fair Isle pattern really shine. Thoughtful details like stretch rib to the neck, hem and cuffs of the long semi-fashioned set-in sleeves, plus herringbone tape to the back neck, will keep it looking smart for seasons to come.
- Machine Washable
- 80% Lambswool 20% Polyamide
- Length approx 28.5” (72cm)
Mock Shirt Jumper
- Two-in-one styling with the illusion of a knitted jumper layered over a woven cotton shirt
- Woven cotton shirt collar insert with a neat button-down collar
- Soft knitted jumper with V-neck styling
- Shape-retaining rib to the jumper’s crew neck, hem and cuffs
- Chose Navy or Deep Fern for a yarn-dyed check mock shirt insert, or Raisin or Fawn for chambray instead
For an effortless layered look, there’s nothing better than our bestselling two-in-one mock shirt jumper. Featuring a V-neck knit jumper with the illusion of a layered pure cotton woven shirt, the sewn-in mock collar comes in a choice of chambray plains or yarn-dyed checks, all finished with a button-down collar. The soft knitted V-neck jumper is finished with shape-retaining rib to the neck, cuffs and hem, with set-in long sleeves completing the smart look.
- Machine Washable
- Body: 100% Acrylic Collar: 100% Cotton
- Length approx 28.5″ (72cm)
Guinness™ Birdseye Half Zip Jumper
- Half-zip jumper with Guinness™ embossed zip puller
- Soft lambswool blend for ultimate comfort
- All over two-tone knit
- Shape-holding rib to the cuffs and hem
- Authentic Guinness™ woven side tab
Brew excitement for the colder weather with our Guinness™ lambswool blend jumper – a cosy style that you won’t want to take off! With a half-zip neck and all-over two-tone knit, this jumper is smart enough for a day about town, while still promising warmth and practicality you can relax in. And with shape-saving ribbing to the cuffs and hem, there’s plenty to feel snug about.
- Machine Washable
- 70% Lambswool 30% Polyamide
- Length approx 28.5″ (72cm).
Fair Isle Crew Neck Jumper
- Pure cotton for endless comfort and lasting quality
- All-over Fair Isle design
- Classic crew neck jumper styling
- Set-in sleeves for an easy fit
- Shape-retaining rib to cuffs, neck and hem
Snuggle into Scandi heaven in this Fair Isle jumper. Made for cooler days when all you want is to be cosy without compromising on style, you’ll be dreaming of Nordic shores and autumn adventures in this pure cotton classic. A classic crew neck and rib to the neck, cuffs and hem mean it holds its shape beautifully, keeping you comfy for seasons to come.
- Machine Washable
- 100% Cotton
- Length approx 29″ (74cm)
Check Sherpa Fleece Jacket
- Deeply soft and cosy sherpa fleece
- Stylish all-over check
- Contrast ripstop fabric trims to the front zip, pockets and outer collar
- Breathable mesh lining to keep you comfortable
- Stand collar
- Zip fastening to the front
- Raglan sleeves with elasticated turn-back cuffs
- Elasticated drawcord to the hem with toggle adjusters to either side for a perfect fit
- Zip-fastening pockets to the lower body
- Secure inner zip pocket
Nothing feels as snug as being wrapped up in thick, soft sherpa fleece – and this toasty warm jacket promises just that thanks to its cosy check fabric. Contrast ripstop trims to the front zip, pockets and outer collar give it a cool outdoorsy look you’ll love, while a breathable mesh lining means you don’t have to compromise on comfort. A zip-through fastening, elasticated turn-back cuffs, plus a drawcord hem with toggle adjusters mean you can lock body heat in and bracing breezes out. To top it off, we’ve added practical pockets to the lower body, plus one to the inner, all with zips to keep your belongings secure.
- Machine Washable
- 100% Polyester
- Length approx 30″ (76CM)
The Stella Cutest Cable Jumper
- A jumper version of our bestselling ‘Cutest Cable Cardi’
- Tactile knit that’s irresistibly soft to the touch
- Classic and cosy cables all over
- Crew neck styling
- Shape-saving rib to the neck, hem and cuffs
- Back neck tape for a smart shape that lasts
You loved our Cutest Cable Cardi so much last season that we were inspired to not only bring it back but to combine the same irresistibly soft and tactile knit with simple pullover styling to create the cutest jumper we’ve ever seen! Almost everything is the same – from the classic cables all over to the cosy ribbed crew neck, hem and cuffs – but it comes with the easy wearability of a jumper and layers beautifully over shirts. It’s as simple, and as stylish, as that.
- Machine Washable
- 50% Viscose 28% Polyester 22% Polyamide
- Length approx 23.5″ (60cm).
Animal Colour Block Jumper
- Blissfully soft and comfortable knit with added stretch
- On-trend colourblock design including stylish animal print
- Classic crew neck
- Long set-in sleeves
A little bit of animal print goes a long way, as shown by this chic new knit. We’ve taken the colourblock trend and added a panel of unexpected print to turn a soft and comfortable crew neck knit into a standout style. You’ll be feline fine in no time.
- Machine Washable
- 79% Acrylic 18% Polyester 3% Elastane
- Length approx 26.5″ (67cm).
