Founded in 1856, Hunter is a progressive British heritage brand renowned for its iconic Original boot and holds two Royal Warrants of Appointment to HM The Queen and HRH The Duke of Edinburgh. The brand has a rich history of innovation and continues to forge designs that shield pioneers from the elements and bleakest of landscapes. With a team of over 200 people, eight global e-commerce sites, headquarters in London and offices in New York, DÙsseldorf and Tokyo, the brand builds on its heritage of almost 160 years, creating footwear and outerwear to protect from the weather and perform across all terrains. In 2011, UK-based Searchlight Capital Partners L.P. became majority shareholders in the company, signalling the start of a new path for the brand. Alasdhair Willis was appointed Creative Director in 2013 and two new brand categories, Hunter Original and Hunter Field, were introduced. The launch of Hunter Original has seen four pioneering catwalk shows at London Fashion Week, showcasing new footwear, outerwear and accessories, alongside the Original boot. 2016 will see the brand step away from the traditional fashion calendar and celebrate its iconic connection with music festivals. Hunter Field is a technical collection, designed for outdoor performance in both rural and urban environments. February 2016 saw the announcement of Vincent Wauters as HunterÍs Chief Executive Officer. Vincent joins Hunter from ArcÍteryx, where he was President of the premium outdoor and lifestyle brand.