Stephen Sanderson – co-founder of Oi Polloi.
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Oi Polloi
We shine a spotlight on some of our most exciting independent stockists around the world. This time, we catch up with Oi Polloi co-founder Stephen Sanderson.
In Manchester… a bit left of centre.
It’s a bit of a strange tale… one that involves Clarks Wallabee Weavers and a shared vision to make tie-dyed polos around twenty years ago. Never did get around to making the polos.
‘Sportswear not streetwear.’
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The ability to find new and old, familiar and unfamiliar labels, products and stories.
‘Mind Yu Dis (Rudeboy)’ Gregory Isaacs.
We sold Crocs before people even knew what Crocs were.
Café Mahaba – an amazing curry gaff.