Living between London and his home in Somerset, he was inspired by the contradictions of English life, the fast-paced energy of the city, and the practical traditions and style of the countryside.

Mulberry's early collections was famed for their interpretation of a particular strand of Britishness, namely, the English country lifestyle, which was soon adopted in town as well. Roger sourced saddlery leather, gathered sample of quilted fishing bags, leather-trimmed waistcoats and poacher jackets, and used these as inspiration.