A specialist consultancy with over 20 years experience in garment design and product development. We are dedicated to innovation, quality and performance, whilst supporting low environmental impact.

Luxury Lifestyle & Performance Apparel Consultancy

Luxury Lifestyle & Performance Apparel Consultancy

A specialist consultancy with over 20 years experience in garment design and product development, dedicated to innovation, quality and performance supporting low environmental impact.

Our Services

Strategy & Planning

Advising on range build and sourcing strategy to meet commercial targets and launch plan

Design Management

Working collaboratively with design specialists to ensure products meet aesthetic, quality, fit and performance criteria intended for the target customer

Material Consulting

Extensive network of fabric mills offering up-to-date innovative materials, as well as certified sustainable credentials

Product Development

Deep knowledge of fabrics, garment construction and the full product lifecycle, including prototype review, performance testing and quality assurance

Supplier Relations

Long standing partnerships with renowned offshore and onshore manufacturing specialists

Sustainability & Transparency

We focus on creating long lasting, durable garments that are fit for purpose and created with passion. This ensues customer care for longevity wear. Working with Tier 1 suppliers so you know Who Made Your Clothes

Team Building

Guidance on team structure, recruitment, onboarding, setting up systems and processes and how to lead high-performing design, development & production teams

Testimonials

  • “Sara served as Product Director at Shackleton from 2020 to 2026, and it is no exaggeration to say she fundamentally transformed our business. During her tenure, she was instrumental in driving a 10x increase in revenue by completely reinventing our entire product range. Sara doesn't just bring great products to market; she builds the infrastructure behind them. She implemented scalable processes, hired and led an exceptional design and product team from the ground up, and forged vital relationships with world-class suppliers. The proof of her impact is in the numbers: our products maintain an average 4.8/5 rating across the board. Shackleton’s reputation for uncompromising quality is a direct testament to Sara’s vision and execution. We simply wouldn’t be the brand we are today without her."

    Christopher Shaw | Chairman | Shackleton

  • "As Product Director at Shackleton, Sara brought leadership, passion, creative problem-solving and product expertise at every step of the way, playing an integral part of the business growth and development. I’m grateful for her partnership over the last six years and couldn’t recommend her more highly."

    Martin Brooks | CEO & CO-Founder | Shackleton

  • "I worked with Sara when she was Product Director and my manager at Shackleton, and she’s one of the strongest product leaders I’ve worked with. She led the full product function; critical path, suppliers, range build and strategy - with real commercial clarity. Just as importantly, she’s incredibly supportive, positive and approachable, creating a friendly, high-performing environment where people feel trusted and motivated."

    Sam Neame | Head of Product | ZXY International

  • “Sara has a strong understanding of product development, design management and has been a key driver to ensuring products run in line with critical paths. She is particularly skilled with creative problem solving, strategising and high level management. Sara is extremely adept at understanding a business' needs or goals and working closely with teams, suppliers and external sources to ensure these needs are met.”

    Alice Nutley | Production Manager | Shackleton

  • “I had the pleasure of working alongside Sara during the early stages of an apparel start-up, and she was truly fantastic to collaborate with. Her knowledge of garment construction, materials, and the overall development process is incredibly valuable. She has a great eye for detail and is always thinking a few steps ahead, helping us avoid potential issues and delays. One of the things I appreciated most was how Sara balanced creativity with practicality. She understood the vision behind my designs and knew how to make them work in the real world of production, timelines, and budgets. On top of her expertise, Sara is supportive, collaborative, and always open to ideas and feedback. She brings positive energy to the team making the creative process feel smooth and enjoyable.”

    Lucie Pendered-Mazer | Lead Apparel Designer | NNormal

  • “Sara is a breath of fresh air. Her honesty and desire for clear resolutions stand out in every interaction.”

    Piers Thomas | Designer & Inventor | Random Moment Limited

  • "I’ve had the pleasure of working with Sara over many years and on several different projects. With more than 20 years of industry experience, she brings a depth of knowledge that translates into clear strategy, structure, and product expertise all while thoughtfully supporting and elevating the creative process. Even in the most challenging circumstances, Sara’s leadership fosters an environment of trust and creative collaboration. She builds strong, effective relationships both externally with suppliers and internally with product or cross-functional management teams, ensuring alignment and momentum at every stage. Sara is committed to creating a safe and open space for ideas to evolve, and the results speak for themselves. Together, we’ve developed products I’m truly proud of, work that reflects both innovation and excellence. Most of all, Sara brings a sense of calm even when the pace is fast and the demand is high."

    Bella Hepworth | Creative Director

  • "Sara created immediate clarity when I joined Shackleton, helping define the scope of my role and where I could have the most impact, which enabled me to get up to speed and contribute quickly. She brings a strong foundation in product - depth of knowledge, attention to detail, and a clear commitment to quality - but what really stands out is how she works with people. Her emotional intelligence and communication create coherence, alignment, and a sense of trust across the team. She brought me in to add a commercial perspective, and very quickly identified where I could be most effective. Rather than over-directing, she gave me guidance on priorities and the space to explore opportunities, while staying closely in tune. That balance meant I was able to build a focused plan and start delivering value early on in my role. Sara is particularly strong at navigating complexity - whether that’s internal strategy conversations or managing external supplier relationships with competing priorities. She has a calm, thoughtful way of bringing people together and creating an environment where good work can happen. She’s a leader who not only holds high standards, but actively enables others to do their best work."

    Emma Wallace | Strategy Translator and Operational Catalyst | Work with Emma