Though capital punishment is largely a thing of the past, legend has it that in Medieval times, the executioner was also the village’s surgeon. Although ostensibly ostracised by society, if you were a burlap-wearing citizen of a hamlet and had a bung appendix, then the masked man was your best friend, for it was he who had the sharpest tools to remove troublesome organs—all without anaesthesia. How much fun!

Central Saint Martins graduate, Max Dursley Davies pays homage to the humble executioner with his collection of beanies and matching t-shirts that hark baroque armoury. The hats can be worn balaclava-style for your next bank robbery of jewel heist, or as a beanie for your next stylish wharf labouring assignment. Is a hostage situation is more your style? Never fear—there’s also a hostage hood that has cute little ears when furled up, but becomes a haunting echo of yesteryear when worn as intended. Just perfect for jumping around corners and scaring grandparents/expediting your inheritance.

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