Pringle is marking its bicentennial this year, and has already begun strutting its heritage on the catwalk. Designer Massimo Nicosia, who loves nothing more than blurring the lines between knits, wovens, leather and fur, turned out a collection packed with the brand’s codes. There were black-and-white Fair Isle sweaters as well as cable and argyle ones, while Nicosia layered a chunky cardigan over a thick, flecked sweater in a nod to the twinset. Plaid jackets had raised, piped stripes, while coats had tartan strap details. Among the standouts was a trompe l’oeil sweater made from mink that had been shaved and carved to mimic a classic Aran stitch. The show unfolded at the 16th century hall of Middle Temple, one of the four Inns of Court, and while the setting was suitably historical — and spectacular — this is a collection that needs to be examined in close-up, its textured surfaces touched. Pringle would do better to showcase these creative, highly researched pieces in a more intimate setting.