Jamaican Heritage Meets Timeless Style

Immerse yourself in the rich blend of British craftsmanship and Jamaican heritage with Uptown Yardie, a visionary brand offering a lifestyle encapsulated in exquisite shoes and clothing.

Rooted in the ethos of bringing the essence of Jamaica from downtown to uptown, Uptown Yardie embraces a positive reclaiming of the term "yard," signifying home and unity.

Today, the brand embodies a progressive spirit, rejecting fashion norms and celebrating well-crafted, enduring pieces.

Our Vision

The vision of Uptown Yardie is to cater to a community often overlooked by mainstream fashion, ensuring each product possesses a distinct character without compromising quality.

Inspired by Jamaican roots yet appealing to those who think outside the box, Uptown Yardie presents a diverse range of hand-finished clothing, hats, and shoes, including the exclusive Black Label Collection designed by British footwear artisan Rohan Clarke.

Embrace a unique blend of style, elegance, and exclusivity – step into the extraordinary world of Uptown Yardie.

  • The story of the Yardie Boot

    The story of the Yardie Boot

    Rohan Clarke

    Let's take you back to the 80s when Mr Clarke was a young man trying to get into the clubs wearing his trainers. The doorman would shout "if you've got trainers...

    The story of the Yardie Boot

    Rohan Clarke

    Let's take you back to the 80s when Mr Clarke was a young man trying to get into the clubs wearing his trainers. The doorman would shout "if you've got trainers...

  • Uptown Yardie x Harder They Come

    Uptown Yardie x Harder They Come

    Rohan Clarke

    Jamaican Independence week may be coming to a close, but we're not done celebrating yet... Join us tomorrow in celebrating Jamaican Independence at Harris Academy South Norwood with a FREE community screening of Perry Henzell's explosive...

    Uptown Yardie x Harder They Come

    Rohan Clarke

    Jamaican Independence week may be coming to a close, but we're not done celebrating yet... Join us tomorrow in celebrating Jamaican Independence at Harris Academy South Norwood with a FREE community screening of Perry Henzell's explosive...

  • How Reggae Music Has Influenced The Globe

    How Reggae Music Has Influenced The Globe

    Rohan Clarke

    In our last blog post we revealed how Jamaica had influenced the fashion industry, but today we want to delve into an art form which has not only revolutionised Jamaican culture,...

    How Reggae Music Has Influenced The Globe

    Rohan Clarke

    In our last blog post we revealed how Jamaica had influenced the fashion industry, but today we want to delve into an art form which has not only revolutionised Jamaican culture,...

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