London Undercover Animal Head Umbrellas
London Undercover have been bringing the fashion of umbrellas to the forefront for several seasons now, and with these animal head pieces they take a look to the past. Using tartan for the canopy, the London brand outfits the handles with carved animal heads; look for the fox, the hare, dog, duck, and the eagle.…
Video: Designing James Bond’s Look
The Barbican presents a study into James Bond’s personal style, meeting award winning costume designer, Lindy Hemming; and a handful of bespoke tailors who have been instrumental in shaping and crafting this icon of style over 50 years. Designing Bond’s Look from Barbican Centre on Vimeo.
Video: It’s That Nice “The Making of a Drakes Tie”
A film by It’s Nice That’s Jai Rafferty at Drakes ties in Clerkenwell, looking at how the company creates it’s top-notch hand-stitched ties. Ties Ties Ties from It's Nice That on Vimeo.
A Continuous Lean x Club Monaco “Made in the USA” Capsule Collection
Style blog “A Continuous Lean” has teamed up with Club Monaco again for a second “Made in the USA” capsule collection. As the name suggests, all the pieces seen here are made in the USA, the capsule collection embodies a bold idealistic American spirit with its cheerful checked classic shirts and an easy ensemble of…
London Undercover for Club Monaco Spring/Summer 2012 Umbrella Collection
London Undercover has come together with luxury Canadian retailer Club Monaco on a Summer 2012 offering of signature umbrellas. London Undercover was founded in 2008 by designer Jamie Milestone with the intention of returning the umbrella to its former status as an essential fashion accessory. Among the collection are two different styles of umbrella, with…
Marc Jacobs Spring 2013 Lookbook
Ahead of its forthcoming release, Marc Jacobs has provided a preliminary look at its Spring 2013 ready-to-wear collection of menswear as a part of Milan Fashion Week. Heavily inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald’s classic 1934 novel Tender is the Night and the French Riviera, the line features retro-inspired detailing throughout while boasting tailored suits, an…
Adam Kimmel Overdyed Hawaiian Print Tie
Adam Kimmel’s camo style print tie, matching his larger Hawaiian Overdye collection’s dark surfer main theme. The fabric features palm tree and waves motifs being further dyed in black, for a subtle injection of pattern & color. Available here.
Video: Superdry x Timothy Everest Collection Preview
Japanese brand Superdry has teamed up wit British tailor Timothy Everest on the Sebiro Collection for 2012. The line of suiting is made up around four stylistic identities: The Super Spy, The Bank Robber, The San Franciscan and The Country Rebel. Check out all the looks in the video below.
Jonathan Meese for Jaeger-LeCoultre “Reverso” Watch
A clever watch from Jaeger-LeCoultre and visual artist Jonathan Meese, the “Reverso” features a watch face that flips 180-degrees to reveal the mechanical movement opposite the cheeky artistic interpretation of a movement. Not only does this allow the watch to be visually interesting when not in proper usage, it serves the practical function of protection…
GANT by Michael Bastian Fall/Winter 2012 Collection
For Michael Bastian’s GANT by Michael Bastian Fall/Winter 2012 collection, we see the designer moving into slightly new territory with his well-received and respected collaboration with GANT. Bastian took a trip down memory lane for his design inspiration for this collection, drawing from his preppy roots as a Boston college student in the 80s. Although,…
Drake’s ‘Diamond Jubilee’ Pocket Square
Are you an anglophile who indulges in the frequent mopping of your brow? If so, Drake’s has a handkerchief for you. A tribute to the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee—her 60th year as monarch—this limited-run pocket square has some soldiers and bobbies posing under flags and flowers for a lively bit of cloth. Handmade from 100-percent silk,…
BEAMS Plus Striped Cotton Seersucker Bow Tie
Customarily associated with black-tie events, Beams Plus gives the bow tie a casual twist in cotton-seersucker. The blue and grey stripes inject this self-tie style with the label’s signature vintage appeal. Available now at Mr. Porter.
J. Crew Sterling Silver Tie Clip
Crafted from solid sterling silver, this J.Crew tie clip will add a polished finish to your smartest looks. The narrow design is suitable for slim or wider widths, while the smooth surface will contrast pleasingly with a knitted silk neckpiece.
Minimalux Brass Ballpoint Pen
A quality pen is an essential piece for any man who demands that every detail of his attire & accessories are carefully considered, and this solid brass ballpoint pen from Minimalux is a fantastic piece. The London based company specializes in a variety of metal products characterized by slick, minimalist design; or as they themselves…
Drake’s Triple-Stripe Slim Woven Silk Tie
Striped and lightly textured, this Drake’s woven silk tie will be a debonair addition to your professional wardrobe. Wear it with a button-down collar shirt and navy blazer to play up its preppy connotations, or contrast the pattern against a narrow-stripe shirt for a boardroom-ready look
Etro Printed Silk Pocket Square
Lavished with a myriad of kaleidoscopic colours, this printed silk pocket square by Italian-brand Etro, captures the vibrancy of a Tuscan summer.
Alexander Olch Slim Striped Linen Tie
Smartly patterned with contrasting stripes of blue and off-white, this Alexander Olch tie will effortlessly enliven your tailored looks & bring a welcome warm-weather style to any suit. Made with a summer-weight linen fabric, its texture and palette work particularly well with a seersucker blazer for that effortlessly fashionable look.
Alexander McQueen Skull-Patten Silk Pocket Square
Dotted with the label’s celebrated skull motif, Alexander McQueen’s silk pocket square delivers equal measures of rebel attitude and effortless suave. Pop this accessory into your chest pocket for a dash of London cool.
Stalward Ltd. Spring/Summer 2012 Neckties
Matt Gorton of CXXVI presents Stalward Ltd., a collection of fantastic neckties in Spring/Summer-appropriate materials and patterns. They describe “a New York based brand of neckwear providing an effortless addition of style for nearly any purpose. Each piece is carefully handmade in the great city of Chicago. The family-owned and operated factory has been specifically…
Drake’s Launches Online Bespoke Necktie Service
Drake’s of London is offering a new online bespoke service for those who like their neckwear just so. Having long offered bespoke neckties in-store, the launch of an online service affords this luxury service to a much wider – though no less discerning – audience. They explain “In the spirit of Savile Row bespoke tailoring,…