DAY Birger et Mikkelsen
DAY Birger et Mikkelsen is a Danish label founded in 1997, known for polished Scandinavian design with a relaxed, slightly bohemian edge. Its tailoring is quietly confident: clean lines, good fabric and nothing fussy.
Our edit centres on the Classic Gabardine pieces, a matching blazer and trousers with a coordinating scarf, that can be worn as a suit or split up through the week. Stock arrives in small batches and is never restocked, so visit us on Pontcanna Street to try the fit, or shop below.
DAY Birger et Mikkelsen at Kiti
DAY Birger et Mikkelsen is a Danish label founded in 1997 and known for sophisticated Scandinavian style with a gently bohemian spirit. For us, it is the tailoring that stands out: clean, precise and easy to live in. It is the kind of suiting you buy once and wear for years, in the office, at weekends and everywhere in between.
The Classic Gabardine Edit
Our DAY edit is built around the Classic Gabardine pieces, three styles designed to work together or apart.
The Edie blazer
The Edie Classic Gabardine Blazer is a sharply cut jacket that pulls any outfit together. Wear it over a fine knit, a tee or a shirt and it instantly feels considered. Find more structured jackets in our blazers collection.
The Oda pants
The Oda Classic Gabardine Pants are the matching trousers, clean and versatile enough for work and weekends. See the rest of our tailored and relaxed styles in our trousers edit.
The Tory scarf
The Tory Classic Gabardine Scarf is a clever finishing touch, cut from the same fabric so it ties the look together. Browse more in our scarves collection.
How to Wear DAY Tailoring
The beauty of a matching blazer and trousers is the number of outfits you get from them. Worn together, they make a polished suit for meetings, interviews or evenings out. Split up, they become two of the hardest-working pieces in your wardrobe.
- Blazer with straight leg jeans and a striped tee for an easy weekend look.
- Trousers with a chunky jumper from our knitwear edit and loafers or trainers.
- The full suit with a silk blouse from our shirts and blouses for occasions.
Why Gabardine?
Gabardine is a tightly woven twill fabric that holds its shape and drapes beautifully. Its hard-wearing weave makes it ideal for pieces you want to wear again and again. It is also why gabardine has been a favourite for tailoring and trench coats for generations.
Fit and Sizing
Tailoring is always easiest to judge in person. If you can, come and try the blazer and trousers together at our shop so we can help with proportions and length. If you are shopping online and unsure, get in touch and our team will happily advise.
Our DAY Birger et Mikkelsen stock is bought in small batches and never restocked; once a size has gone, it has gone. Pop in and see us on Pontcanna Street in Cardiff.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is DAY Birger et Mikkelsen a Danish brand?
Yes. DAY Birger et Mikkelsen is a Danish fashion label founded in 1997, known for polished Scandinavian design with a relaxed, slightly bohemian edge.
What is gabardine?
Gabardine is a tightly woven fabric with a fine diagonal twill. It is durable, holds its shape well and drapes cleanly, which is why it has long been used for tailoring and trench coats.
Can you wear the DAY blazer and trousers separately?
Absolutely. The Classic Gabardine blazer and trousers work as a matching suit, but each piece is just as useful on its own, with jeans, knitwear or a simple tee.
Where can I buy DAY Birger et Mikkelsen in the UK?
We are a UK stockist of DAY Birger et Mikkelsen. You can shop our edit online at Kiti or visit our boutique on Pontcanna Street in Cardiff to try the tailoring on. Stock is bought in small batches and is not restocked once it sells.
How do I care for gabardine tailoring?
Always follow the care label. Hang tailoring on a shaped hanger between wears, brush it down to remove dust, and steam rather than iron directly where possible to keep the finish crisp.
