Relaxed Not Sloppy There’s a certain confidence that comes from dressing with intention, and an equal confidence in knowing when not to overthink it. Ease has become the quiet language of modern style, where comfort and refinement can coexist without compromise. The relaxed chino is the perfect example of this new balance: effortless, intelligent, and […]
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Anglo-Italian Updates
Anglo-Italian Updates This week, we added some new arrivals to address our Clients’ needs for the run-up to the holidays and beyond. The center of the capsule is suiting with new qualities from Italian Vitale Barberis Canonico and British Brisbane Moss. The Flannel Cashmere Blend from VBC combines wool, cotton, and cashmere, immediately appealing to […]
Extraordinary Knits
Extraordinary Knits The word knit, not only describes the soft needle-created fabric that descends from vast knitting machines, but also describes the multiple styles that we have available in every knit quality that we offer. Unlike a woven fabric, knit fabric doesn’t need stretch to create elasticity, as the simple stitch technique of threading a […]
An Exercise in Re-Styling
An Exercise in Re-Styling New Collection launch day is always a big day both in the home office and around the country, as each stylist is given the new seasonal tools to share with their Clients. These include new swatches in every category, from our global mill partners, with a curated sense of a […]
The Clothing Connection
I was recently reading a wonderful article on Mr. Porter about how we connect with our clothes and that our wardrobes have a story to tell. We all have memories of our most important moments in life, and most of these stories, whether you work in fashion or not, are connected to what we wore […]
Menswear on The Move
Menswear on The Move The SS26 menswear collections have just wrapped up in Paris, marking the cycle of new Spring/Summer collections previewed for buyers at this time of year. Kicking off with Pitti Uomo in Florence, each season showcases the new collections from all the big global menswear brands. Menswear definitely evolves slowly over […]
Graduating in Style
I missed my own graduation, having been offered a summer internship in Switzerland at the time. Some months later, my BA(Hons) degree certificate was unceremoniously shipped to me in Italy, where the true start of my early career had already begun. Having studied fashion at Kingston University may not have set me up for dressing […]
Take Care
It’s funny how things stay with you from your childhood. Far from being a spoiled child I was brought up believing in taking care of one’s own belongings and whilst I was a very ‘choosy” kid, from an early age it was instilled in me to always be freshly pressed with polished shoes. Both of […]
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What to Wear to a Wedding: The Wedding Invite Dilemma
I am often asked about wedding attire, which, for guys, can be a worrying task, taking them out of their comfort zone and comfortable clothes. When attending a wedding as a guest, your role depends on your relationship to the happy couple, and usually your invite will be clear about which part of the day […]
Spotlight on Sportscoats
I am happily back from a few weeks of travel after spending time in Milan with our Mills. Working with our mill partners is always a pleasure, and in particular, understanding what is working in their global markets can help us understand our own Clients and how their needs may be trending. This doesn’t necessarily […]