John Richmond

Share
X (opens in a new tab) Threads (opens in a new tab)

Link copied

Could not copy. Select and copy the link below.

Primary categories

Related categories

Overview

John Richmond is a fashion brand launched in London in 1987 by British designer John Richmond. With music culture rooted in rock and punk as its backdrop, it focuses on menswear and womenswear and also offers childrenswear, accessories, eyewear, and fragrances. The official website explains that music he listened to in his youth became his “design DNA,” and lines such as Richmond X and Richmond Denim are also featured. As of 2026, the brand remains active, with products available through its official store.

Concept

A brand whose design DNA draws on the music listened to in its founder’s youth.

John Richmond characteristics

John Richmond: 9 style characteristics Traits further from the centre are more prominent within this brand. Distance is not a score, and the area does not indicate brand quality or rank. Minimal & basics Polished & dressy Luxury & heritage Avant-garde & designer Decoration & playfulness Streetwear Trends & youth culture Sporty & sportswear Outdoor & functional

Main traits of John Richmond

Decoration & playfulness
Rich decoration, colours and patterns, and playful design.
Streetwear
Elements of streetwear, skateboarding and hip-hop.
Avant-garde & designer
Avant-garde design and expressions of a designer’s individuality and artistry.

Based on an analysis of 1,232 brands across 97 criteria, this chart shows the characteristics of John Richmond relative to overall brand tendencies.

This chart does not define a brand’s expression or rank brands.

Related brands

Parent brands and sub-brands, ordered by founding year.

Related brands
3 brands
Founded
1987-2017
1987 Sub-brand
Richmond Denim
Clothing

A diffusion line expanding the brand’s denim focus

Richmond Denim is a derivative line developed by separating out John Richmond’s denim segm

Richmond Denim is a derivative line developed by separating out John Richmond’s denim segment, and is described in available materials as a diffusion line. It translates elements rooted in the main brand’s rock influence into a denim-focused offering. Unlike separate lines aimed at younger customers, such as Richmond X, it has served to broaden the brand’s entry points around a material category.

1987 Sub-brand
Richmond X
Clothing

An independent second line for younger audiences

A separate line derived from the main John Richmond line and aimed at younger audiences, i

A separate line derived from the main John Richmond line and aimed at younger audiences, it is presented as an independent collection in the official store. Its range is more oriented toward everyday wear than the main line, and fashion media have described it as an evolution of sportswear and as an urban line with a strong streetwear character. It is a current core offshoot aimed at a broader age range than John Richmond Kids.

2017 Sub-brand
John Richmond Kids
Clothing

A derivative line focused on the children’s offering.

A line for children from John Richmond, it retains the brand’s music-inspired DNA while in

A line for children from John Richmond, it retains the brand’s music-inspired DNA while incorporating pop culture into its children’s clothing. The official page describes it as a comprehensive offering that combines dynamism, elegance, and street elements, and caters to both formal and informal occasions. Whereas Richmond X is a separate line aimed at younger audiences, this line specializes in a children’s-size wardrobe.

Brands with shared characteristics

Brands that share a country of origin, founding period, category or designer.

Frequently asked questions about John Richmond

Country of origin, founding year, categories and parent brands.

Related keywords

Related links