With the holidays firmly underway, lockdowns behind us and the desire to celebrate with our loved ones, the holiday social life seems to be alive and kicking once again. With so many good reasons to see friends, spend time with loved ones and generally celebrate the season, stylish outfitting can be a challenge when you […]
Author: Simon Kneen
The Great Getaway: Resort 2021 Capsule
This week as we really feel the ramp up to the holidays, I want to divert our attention away from warm, cozy knits and presents under the tree to our Resort capsule. This small capsule is directed toward those of us lucky enough to be planning a winter escape to the heat and sun, perhaps […]
Say It With Words: Embroidery on Custom Knits
With our latest arrivals launched November 9, we are introducing some last-minute gift ideas and a Resort capsule for guys who are lucky enough to be getting away for the holidays or the early part of next year. This week I wanted to focus on the new chest embroidery program. Monogramming has always been something […]
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Custom-Made Style: Enjoying the Layers
I have always proclaimed that the secret of good menswear looks is layering. Layering is the key to feeling good about yourself, and to dress successfully, you need to feel good about your total outfit for the magic to work. Yes, the individual pieces are important, but what really makes guys love J.Hilburn is the […]
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On Trend for Evenings: Velvet
I have to say that of late, I seem to be seeing a lot more velvet showing up in formal menswear than over the past few years. The red carpet appearances of celebrities are certainly showcasing this luxurious option for cooler evening attire with the likes of Daniel Craig, Ryan Reynolds, and no less than […]
Winter 2021 Style Forecast: The Knit Evolution
Knits have certainly evolved over the last few seasons with many men discovering the practical comfort of a knit fabrication while still looking good on Zoom calls. Relegated in the past to casual and atheisure categories, knits have now evolved into refined articles of clothing that can work just as well under sportcoats and tailoring. […]
Your 2021 Holiday Shopping, Elevated
I, like many of us, prefer to get Halloween over with and let November kick off the ramp-up to the holidays. I love the time just after the leaves have fallen and the bare trees frame the icy winds in the wait for the first snow. The holiday excitement is a wonderful time for families […]
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Layering Up When the Weather Cools Down
This past Wednesday, September 22, marked the astronomical start of fall, which means it’s time to consider the seasonal change in your wardrobe, too. As the weather cools, I always find there is an awkward moment when your closet has remnants of summer weights and colors, with heavier clothing often out of reach or still […]
Spotlight on Luxury: Loro Piana
I have a few mantras in life, but there are two I feel are especially relevant to fashion: Always buy the best you can afford. Use beautiful things every day. Basically, my philosophy is that you shouldn’t keep your best china, crystal or silver locked away, but enjoy them all the time. Beauty makes daily […]
Custom Menswear for Weddings, Without the Stress
Wedding plans can be very stressful, especially when dealing with men! A man generally doesn’t plan ahead when it comes to clothing, and he may not think through how important a wedding outfit can be—even when he’s the groom! Guys often have very little idea about everything that goes into a wedding. The first time […]