THE MONC BLOG

Welcome to The MONC Blog, our Journal on all things that are happening and inspiring us in the MONC studio.

MONC x Oliver Spencer

MONC x Oliver Spencer

Presenting a trio of frames inspired by the British south coast. Consisting of Lymington, Beaulieu and Osborne styles, each frame takes a bold approach to modern style while honouring the importance of everyday wearability.
In Conversation With: Oliver Spencer

In Conversation With: Oliver Spencer

Our Founder Freddie reached out to Oli as an avid admirer of what he does and with an opportunity to, as collaborators, create a specialist eyewear collection to match the quality of his clothes.
Taking Care of Yourself During Lockdown

Taking Care of Yourself During Lockdown

No matter where we are in the world,we’re all dealing with a lot right now. We’re looking at how to look out for each other and how to take care of ourselves. 
Flax London Interviews our founder Freddie Elborne

Flax London Interviews our founder Freddie Elborne

Our founder Freddie was recently interviewed by our good friends over at Flax London for the latest episode of their Linen Lover Series.
MADE IN HIGH BARNET: FLORIAN GADSBY

MADE IN HIGH BARNET: FLORIAN GADSBY

Welcome to 'Made in' - a series of features where we explore honest talent and craftsmanship right here in the United Kingdom. Meet Florian Gadsby, an accomplished ceramicist working from his studio in High Barnet, North London.
Can we really trust the 'Made in...' label?

Can we really trust the 'Made in...' label?

We've been reflecting this particular topic that is constantly on our minds and we continually revisit. So, we've decided to take the time to get our thoughts down on paper and open up the discussion about the 'Made In...' label.
5 BRANDS CONVERTING WASTE INTO INNOVATION

5 BRANDS CONVERTING WASTE INTO INNOVATION

As it's Zero Waste Week, we've been looking at brands that take waste and utilise it to make it into their own beautiful products.
Inside The Leather Workshop

Inside The Leather Workshop

Our founder Freddie visited the leather goods workshop that makes our cases in Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire. We want to share the process of how we make our cases from start to finish.
In The Frame: Jacob Barnes

In The Frame: Jacob Barnes

This month for In The Frame we are delighted to introduce you to Jacob Barnes, editor and chief of Soft Punk magazine - a platform for emerging writers and artists who make sense of the contemporary moment in their practices.
Sampling In Lockdown

Sampling In Lockdown

One of the biggest challenges we've faced during this lockdown period has been the process of sampling new products.
#adapt and create with HUW THOMAS

#adapt and create with HUW THOMAS

Huw has joined our #adaptandcreate campaign to help inspire creativity within the home during lockdown whilst re-learning an old skill.
#adapt and create with RACHAEL COONEY

#adapt and create with RACHAEL COONEY

Rachael has joined our #adaptandcreate campaign to inspire creativity at home, and shares her thoughts on the changes and benefits of restrictions when it comes to creativity.