Chris Harding

Founder | Creative Director

Chris Harding is a London-based creative whose work sits at the intersection of English heritage, North American boldness, and meticulous craftsmanship. A dual citizen of Canada and the UK, Chris’s roots trace back to Manchester and a grandfather who served in the Royal Navy during the First World War—a legacy of integrity, responsibility, and daring that serves as the moral compass for his brand.

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For over two decades, Chris has lived a life defined by rhythm and style. As a celebrated guitarist and songwriter featured by BBC Radio and international festivals, he has spent his career on the stage, on the road, and in the studio. To Chris, music and fashion are inseparable; if music is the aural form of self-expression, style is the visual.

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"I’ve always been drawn to the flair of my heroes on the stage and the silver screen. I realised early on that a hat is the ultimate exclamation point of a look. Get it wrong, and it’s a trainwreck—get it right, and it’s unparalleled."

As the founder of House of Harding, Chris channels this multidisciplinary energy into modern British fashion. He brings the same precision and storytelling instinct required of a songwriter to the design table, ensuring every piece honors the Harding name.

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Every pursuit is an adventure, and every item is a personal commitment. By putting his name on every piece, Chris ensures that quality and spirit are never compromised.

 

Because while trends may shift, true quality never goes out of style.