Genevieve Sweeney
British designer knitwear made stitch by stitch
Last updated on 22nd October 2026
About Genevieve Sweeney
Knitwear, socks and accessories for women and men, made in Britain. The sock subscription and monogramming service point to a customer buying for gifting as much as for themselves.
The knitwear runs to cardigans, sweaters, knitted t-shirts, knitted vests and a handful of dresses and skirts, with the AW26 collection built in Scottish-spun cashmere, fine lambswool and naturally dyed merino. Socks are the largest part of the range by count: organic cotton, merino wool, alpaca merino wool and walking socks, sold individually or as gift sets, with a subscription option for repeat buyers. Accessories cover triangle scarves, an oversized scarf, beanies and gloves, in both women's and men's lines, plus a smaller children's accessories range.
Manufacturing is UK-based. The colourful marl socks are made in Derbyshire in the brand's own signature melange, and monogramming is offered across much of the knitwear, though monogrammed pieces are excluded from the standard returns process unless faulty. The business is run from Green Tye in Hertfordshire, which also shapes the AW26 collection's reference points: lichen, weathered stone and the local countryside.
What Genevieve Sweeney sells
- Knitwear
- Cardigans
- Cotton Socks
- Wool Socks
- Alpaca Socks
- Scarves
- Beanies
- Gloves
Highlights from Genevieve Sweeney
Lin Lambswool Jacquard Knitted Vest
A sleeveless jacquard vest knitted in fine lambswool with a lichen-inspired tartan pattern and shimmering regenerative viscose.
Maud Lambswool Cashmere Sweater
A relaxed, boxy lambswool and cashmere sweater knitted from Italian tweed yarn in which the colour spinning varies garment to garment.
GS Merino Wool Walking Sock
A unisex merino wool walking sock with a double-density sole and ribbed support band, custom-spun in vibrant colour blends.
Genevieve Sweeney delivery, returns and shipping
- Delivery
- Free UK delivery over £80; DHL Next Day £10; Europe FedEx Economy £15 (5-10 days)
- Returns
- Return within 14 days of receipt for exchange or full refund
- Ships to
- Ships to 169 countries including UK, Ireland, US, Canada, Australia and New Zealand
- Based in
- United Kingdom
Questions about Genevieve Sweeney
Where is Genevieve Sweeney knitwear made?
Genevieve Sweeney knitwear is made across the UK, with around 40% produced at the brand's own micro-factory studio near Much Hadham in Hertfordshire and the rest by specialist knitters and mills in Scotland, Derbyshire, Leicester and Oxfordshire. Brushed wool jumpers, cardigans and vests are knitted in Scotland, while socks come from a family-run mill in Derbyshire.
What yarns does Genevieve Sweeney use in its knitwear?
The brand's yarn comes predominantly from Yorkshire and Scottish woollen mills, spun into fine gauge knitwear as well as chunkier brushed wool pieces. Different techniques are assigned to different makers depending on the yarn and gauge required.
Can I get Genevieve Sweeney knitwear monogrammed?
Yes, a large part of the range, including sweaters, can be personalised with monogramming. Orders with a monogram need an extra day to produce before they are dispatched.
Are Genevieve Sweeney socks made in Britain?
Yes, the socks are made in Derbyshire by a family-run mill that Genevieve Sweeney has worked with for years, using cotton, wool and alpaca yarns across the range. They come in several styles including walking socks and sparkly socks.
How long does Genevieve Sweeney delivery take?
UK orders are sent by Royal Mail 48 Tracked for free on orders over £80, or by DHL Next Day for £10 if placed before 11am. Monogrammed orders need an extra day's lead time before they are dispatched, and international deliveries to Europe take five to ten days by economy FedEx or two to three days by express.
How do I return a Genevieve Sweeney order?
Shoppers must email Genevieve Sweeney within 14 days of receiving their goods to start a return or exchange, quoting the order number and reason, and then get the item back to the studio within 14 days of the returns confirmation. Socks must be unworn, resalable and still carry their label, and the customer covers postage, which Genevieve Sweeney recommends sending tracked.
Can I return monogrammed Genevieve Sweeney items?
Monogrammed pieces are made to order and are non-refundable, except where there is a manufacturing fault. This applies across the personalised knitwear range, so it is worth checking sizing carefully before ordering a monogram.
Does Genevieve Sweeney ship to the EU without extra customs fees?
EU orders are shipped Delivered Duty Paid, meaning all taxes and duties are settled at checkout rather than charged on arrival. Genevieve Sweeney uses an Import One-Stop-Shop VAT intermediary to handle this.
Is Genevieve Sweeney a UK company?
Yes, Genevieve Sweeney Limited is a company registered in England and Wales, with its registered office in Hertfordshire. Its knitwear is also largely produced in Britain, with a micro-factory studio near Much Hadham.
Alternatives to Genevieve Sweeney - Womenswear market
- ROVE Knitwear Another small British knitwear maker with its own monthly sock subscription, knitted across Margate, Nottingham and Derby rather than Derbyshire alone.
- Celtic & Co. Cornwall-based natural fibre knitwear and footwear with a wider product range, at the cost of the more tightly curated sock and knit focus.
- Corgi Socks Welsh mill with a Royal Warrant and over a century of history, suiting a shopper who wants heritage credentials over contemporary colourwork.
- Chinti & Parker London cashmere knitwear built around bold intarsia and stripe designs, for a louder look than the naturally dyed, landscape-inspired palette here.
- Woolovers Mainstream natural-fibre knitwear at a lower price point, trading UK manufacturing and monogramming for everyday affordability.