Some people are all about music or film, but for me it’s all about that really great shot. A moment and mood captured. I have always loved collecting and studying images that mean something to me, even if I wasn’t quite sure what that something was (it’s all about the unknown right?). Eventually I’ll sift through …
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Scouts Honour: A Guidebook
Whether we’re talking fashion, work or relationships, sometimes we can use a little guidance – and I found just the thing. One very chilly and brief stint at an obscure NYC flea-market left me admiring a copy 1965’s Boy Scout Handbook. So ok, while this guide is entirely geared towards the great outdoors (think the whole …
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Jeremy Deller, Fantastic Man
It’s officially Spring, which now means it’s always Pimms-o’clock. It also means the latest issue of Fantastic Man is out! I know, I’m beyond excited (can you tell?). Don’t get me wrong, the selection of regular monthly mens fashion magazines is fine. But there is something extra-special about a semi-annual publication, like Fantastic Man – because it always …
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Mr Essentialist’s Shades of Winter
As we find ourselves in the midst of winter, you may find yourself squirreling-away all your shades. Well, squirrel-not because winter weather often dictates a strong need for sunglasses. Ok, so you might be jetting-off to the alps, but even if you’re hanging in the City be sure to preserve your oculi. Cutler & Gross‘ round acetate …
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Solid and Striped: Going Somewhere?
So you’re probably experiencing temperatures just north of freezing, de-icing your eyebrows and dealing with chapped lips, all while willing your thermostat to keep-on ticking-on. And now you’re staring at swim trunks – let me explain… Sometimes the best things in life are unexpected (like finding a cashmere peacoat on sale in August – …
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Admirable Adornments
Well its nearly here… the Holidays – and aren’t we thrilled? T-minus one week finds me scrambling for gift ideas that are a) useful, b) affordable and c) utterly fun. I have already disclosed my fail-safe party box-set of accessories and necessities, so now I thought I might share Camille K‘s Holiday Campaign (which coincidentally, ahem, features me). Food for inspiring thought at …
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The Statement Watch
As you may have noticed, I’m a sucker for a statement watch. There is something truly uplifting about wearing a substancial ticker, something hyper-masculine, maybe even energizing. And to top it all there are so many choices! We all know the benefits of rocking a Rolex, but what about something sportier? Glam Rock’s Sobe-Tech series is just …
