When first taking a rudimentary interest in dressing like an “adult” rather than a “teenager” I, like many others, figured that throwing ties at outfits was the quick path to classy success. The ties were invariably black polyester, the shirts Continue reading
Just recently launched, Lagos-born Ikiré Jones has released a limited range of highly conceptual and beautifully designed pocket squares in addition to a selection of jackets. The whole website flows like an art installation more than a business and evocative Continue reading
A recent Saturday visit to Maastricht across the Dutch border ended up with me enthusiastically pouring over Drakes and Paul Smith ties in Mayfair, a rather lovely stockist of British brands, eventually settling on a beautiful navy piece decorated in Continue reading
Whilst richly textured woollen and cashmere ties reign supreme in the bitter weather of the winter it can be a shame to give them up come spring/summer. Plain silk ties – although fine and the bulk of one’s wardrobe – Continue reading
Although there’s from the more pressing matter of building up my rather anemic business-wardrobe (starting by finally getting around to measuring up for some MTM shirts), it’s hard to be looking around and seeing all the good stuff trickling in Continue reading
When it comes to trousers the overwhelming preference seems to be for low-rise trousers. Trousers that rest just on the hip and stop short. Primarily something associated with jeans the design bled over to all other kinds of trousers as Continue reading
There’s a really interesting thread right now on Styleforum entitled “The Ethos of Consumerism and Luxury Consumption“. Whilst few who read this blog have budgets anywhere near the level of Styleforum readers and may struggle to read the discussion with Continue reading
http://www.tigersushifurs.com/ – Clothing http://www.tigersushi.com/ – Record Label Whilst British fashion can tend towards meticulous clean shapes presented in dull colours and Americans have ongoing relationships with either outdoors-man workwear or foppish prep, the lazy coolness of French fashion can come as something Continue reading
I’ve just returned to Belgium from the UK and had a wonderful time romping around on windswept beaches with the dogs, enjoying cream tea overlooking Padstow and spending time with my family. Whilst there I also got to hit the Continue reading
With the pretty consistent rain, drizzle and generally foul weather on the isles there’s one constant when it comes to doing anything in the countryside: mud. Lots and lots of mud. Endless mud. Depending on your perspective it’s either a Continue reading