International Designer, Stewart Gray`s (South Africa)  showcased his Spring Summer 2017 Collection at Runway 2016 on Saturday 9th of July at King’s Bastion, brand backed by Gibraltar-based firm Aestium.

The ‘Grays London’ Collection comprises of contemporary hand-made pieces inspired by traditional craftsmanship and classic European style, creating a modern and innovative edge to traditional luggage and accessories, whilst celebrating city elegance.

Defined by precision stitching, Italian Hardware and aqua suede lining, quality nor expectations are ever sacrificed, the collection evokes a spirited, fresh, sexy masculine appeal. G4 Sports offers a subtle alternative, combinations and thoughtful design work together to create a smart but casual edge that is typically Grays. The playful combination of the canvas and leather with the solid Italian hardware, gives the G4 collection an inventive yet playful appeal.

The Grays family has a long-standing tradition for appreciation of fine tailoring, design and style in London. In 1927 Stewart’s Great Uncle founded Grays of Hackney, London E8. A sound reputation for fine workmanship, style and quality, saw the business expand to 30 stores across London by late 1960s. Stewart Grays, second cousin of the founder, has the same enthusiasm for the family name and original values of the brand, that has been a major influence in the success of Grays brand’s today.

Aestium is a Gibraltar based Management Consulting company and start-up accelerator for local and international entrepreneurs, focusing on Fintech, e-Money, e-Commerce, New Media, Design and Real Estate. It brings together extensive experience in accelerating start-ups to building an audience, monetising product and accelerating growth. This is done through the “Aestium Innovation Hub”. Our Aestium Innovation Hub uses the skills and experience of Mentors and investors whom provide shared services and shared expertise which otherwise on their own would make their corporate growth experience expensive and also a very lonely experience.

Stewart Grays said: "Our partnership wth Aestium, has allowed our business to benefit from investment, advise and professional support, as well as providing the Stewart Richard Gray’s brand the ability to grow, from Gibraltar, into international markets and opportunities made available through their mentors and investors.” Hilton Supra, Director of Aestium, said: "We are delighted to have Stewart Grays and his brands from South Africa, utilising the human capital and skills in Gibraltar through our innovation Hub to grow their brand globally. It is vital that Gibraltar develops new export and manufacturing capabilities, especially when the future of its relationship with Europe is in doubt.”