Discover the spirit of summer with Rodd & Gunn – Sponsored
New Zealand’s global menswear brand welcomes you into its newly opened Scottish stores so you can experience effortless style for the warmer months ahead. Visit instore at 18-20 Royal Exchange Square, Glasgow.
As the sunlight lingers, the deep blue beckons. The open water – where land fades and freedom begins – becomes irresistible.
Imagine yourself where the pace slows and the world seems to pause. It’s the season of sun-soaked days and salt-kissed skin, of laughter echoing across the water and camaraderie that comes from shared moments under the endless sky.
Trade the city hustle for the rhythmic lapping of waves at your feet.
You’ll feel that freedom with the right garments on – the kind that are designed to inspire and crafted to endure.
Carefree elegance
That’s what Rodd & Gunn’s Spring / Summer ‘Beyond the Horizon’ 2025 collection is all about. Feel the fabrics and touch the textures. The lightweight seersucker shirts have just the right amount of crinkle. The playful knitted polos and the pure linen pants strike the perfect balance between sophistication and ease.
Established in 1987 in New Zealand, Rodd & Gunn takes pride in having unrivalled quality as its cornerstone. Its natural linens are sourced from the finest Italian mills, ensuring every piece feels as luxurious as it looks.
Aside from the classic nautical stripes synonymous with seaside style, expect refined jacquard patterns.
The proud Kiwi brand’s iconic pure cotton pique polos also return with a modern twist – a colour story that perfectly captures the spirited energy of high summer. It ranges from strikingly bold to softly washed, from sunset pinks to moss green. To complete the palette, there’s azure blue – a nod to New Zealand’s crystal clear waters.
A must-visit sartorial site
To experience Rodd & Gunn’s Spring / Summer 2025 collection first-hand, visit its first Glasgow store on Royal Exchange Square which opened its doors just last November.
The original architecture of the heritage building blends well with the brand’s timeless yet relaxed living aesthetic.
Spanning 70sqm, the shop features wood flooring, white walls and clear lighting, fully immersing customers in the brand’s easy refinement.
Rodd & Gunn’s chief executive officer Michael Beagley said: “We look forward to becoming a part of the Glaswegian community and offering our customers a unique shopping experience that reflects the best of New Zealand.”
Exceptional quality
Rodd & Gunn has earned a reputation for using the best natural raw materials and advanced technology to develop consciously designed and thoughtfully crafted garments that can be passed down from generation to generation.
This is why it can confidently offer a two-year guarantee on all its products. If it’s not perfect, Rodd & Gunn will gladly replace it.
A commitment to sustainability
For Rodd & Gunn, looking good should feel good too.
That’s why it partnered with Good Earth Cotton, a modern regenerative farming programme that empowers members of the textile supply chain through an environmentally beneficial approach to agriculture and cotton.
Under the programme, growers prioritise land stewardship, protecting native vegetation, implementing minimal tillage practices and crop rotation. This approach protects the environment, improves soil health and fertility, and creates a thriving ecosystem for generations to come.
Family-owned Australian pure Cotton is a high-quality material that is soft, breathable and extremely comfortable to wear. It’s also easy to care for, making it the perfect choice for all day comfort year-round.
Ever-growing global presence
The Glasgow store is Rodd & Gunn’s second in Scotland as the brand grows its retail presence in the UK.
It opened its first Scottish store on Edinburgh’s iconic George Street last August, just as the city celebrated its internationally renowned Fringe Festival.
Michael said: “Edinburgh’s rich culture and natural beauty spoke to us as a brand that values heritage and quality products. Our opening in Scotland represents an exciting chapter for Rodd & Gunn as we continue to grow our presence within the United Kingdom.”
2024 also saw the launch of two other stand-alone locations in the UK: Winchester and Bath. It was a landmark year of substantial global growth as the brand also opened flagship stores in Toronto, Canada as well as in Manhattan, USA.
Rodd & Gunn’s global retail footprint now comprises more than 200 stores across New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong, America, Canada, UK, France, Italy, Denmark and Belgium. It includes a growing number of concessions across the world’s largest department stores like the UK’s John Lewis, America’s Bloomingdales, ILLUM Denmark and France’s Galeries Lafayette.
So as you welcome the warmer seasons, don’t forget your wardrobe essentials from Rodd & Gunn’s Spring / Summer 2025 collection. With effortless silhouettes, quality fabrics and a two-year guarantee on all its products, you know your pieces are built to last — just like the memories you’ll create.
