ABOUT NUMBAT

An Independent Fashion Brand with a Family History in Making Clothes

The Official Numbat Store by House of Numbat

Welcome to Numbat

Numbat is an independent fashion and retail brand created by House of Numbat, a family-led British design business based in Norfolk, England.

We develop clothing inspired by British style, traditional craftsmanship and everyday practicality.

Our interest is not in producing fashion simply because a new season has arrived.

We believe in thoughtful silhouettes, comfortable clothing, carefully considered details and designs that can become part of a personal wardrobe.

Behind Numbat is a family with decades of practical experience in textiles, garment manufacturing and fashion development.

That experience continues to shape the way we work today.

Our Family Story

From Textile Engineering to Independent Fashion

Our roots are in Bulgaria, where our family's professional experience began in textile engineering and clothing production.

In 2003, we established a sportswear manufacturing business.

Over the years, we gained experience in the different stages of garment development, from understanding fabrics and patterns to construction, production planning and quality.

Working directly with clothing taught us that successful design depends on more than appearance.

A garment must also work in practice.

Its fabric, proportions, construction and intended use must come together.

These lessons became part of our approach to independent fashion.

Today, we continue our work from Norfolk, England, through House of Numbat and the Numbat brand.

Our Design Philosophy

Style Beyond Seasons

We appreciate the quiet confidence of British dressing.

Our inspiration comes from classic clothing, traditional fabrics, tailoring, countryside style and the practical needs of everyday life.

We do not believe that timeless clothing must be old-fashioned.

For us, it means choosing designs that feel considered rather than temporary.

We value:

• Design with purpose — garments created with attention to how they will be worn.

• Comfort and fit — clothing that feels as good as it looks.

• Materials and construction — respect for the practical qualities of fabric and garment-making.

• Individual style — clothing that allows the wearer to express personal taste.

• Thoughtful quantities — developing selected designs without assuming that every collection must be produced on a large scale.

• Wardrobe longevity — encouraging customers to choose clothing they will want to wear again.

We believe that good clothing earns its place in a wardrobe through use, comfort and personal attachment.

Our Next Chapter

Limited Clothing, Made at House of Numbat

We are preparing a new chapter for Numbat Fashion.

Our forthcoming very limited collection is planned to be designed and made at House of Numbat in Norfolk, England.

We want to return to a particularly personal way of working: developing individual garments, selecting fabric combinations and paying close attention to construction and detail.

Our intention is to begin with small quantities and allow the response to each design to inform what we create next.

This approach reflects both our manufacturing experience and the realities of running an independent family business.

For us, making clothing is not simply a commercial activity.

It is work we know, understand and enjoy.

Why We Chose the Numbat

Our brand takes its name from the numbat, a distinctive and endangered Australian marsupial.

We chose this unusual animal because its story represents individuality, resilience and the importance of protecting what is valuable.

The name reflects our appreciation of the natural world and our belief that being different can be a strength.

Although our brand is based in England, the numbat remains a meaningful symbol of our independent identity.

Part of House of Numbat

Numbat Store is the retail destination for selected products developed, published or presented through House of Numbat.

Our wider family business includes:

Numbat Studio — Fashion design, product development and manufacturing consultancy.

Numbat Books — Independent publications on fashion, design, craftsmanship and creative lives.

Numbat Art — Original artwork and selected fine art prints.

Numbat Journal — Online articles about fashion, British style, textiles and creative work.

The Veronika Guardi Archive — A family-led initiative preserving selected surviving materials and memories relating to the life and work of fashion designer Veronika Guardi (1989–2023).

Numbat is an independent brand and business, separate from the GUARDI fashion brand and Veronika Guardi Ltd.

Our present-day collections are developed under the Numbat name.

Visit House of Numbat — www.houseofnumbat.com

Our Commitment to Customers

We know that choosing clothing online requires trust.

We aim to provide clear information about the products we offer, including sizing, materials, care and availability.

Where a garment is made in Norfolk, we will identify that in its individual product description.

Where products are manufactured elsewhere, we will not describe them as British-made.

We believe customers deserve accurate information about what they are buying.

Our aim is to develop Numbat through thoughtful design, honest communication and the practical experience of making clothes.

Discover Our Collections

Whether you are looking for a distinctive blouse, a carefully designed dress or a piece that complements your existing wardrobe, we invite you to explore Numbat.

Thank you for supporting an independent family business.

NUMBAT

Clothing with Character. Style Beyond Seasons.

The Official Numbat Store
House of Numbat / Numbat Ltd

Norfolk, England

Website: www.numbat.uk

Email: info@houseofnumbat.com