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From the fashion cupboard – Acne socks

From the fashion cupboard – Acne socks

We’ve waxed lyrical before on this site about the mood-enhancing merits of colourful socks – now Swedish creative collective Acne has got in on the act by collaborating on a high-end range with classic English sock specialists Pantherella. Expensive, but potentially life-changing. £25, www.acnestudios.com

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Rod Laver gets a makeover

Rod Laver gets a makeover

The adidas Rod Laver is an enduring classic, loved by sneaker freaks and trefoil aficionados the world over. Now, thanks to the uber cool Los Angeles store Undefeated, this seminal shoe has gone through the latest, and arguably the most stylish, makeover in its long and illustrious history.  [Read more...]

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From the fashion cupboard – Tusting EcoShopper tote bag

From the fashion cupboard – Tusting EcoShopper tote bag

Most men struggle carrying a tote bag – something to do with it challenging their Alpha male characteristics – but for forward-thinking types, this “eco tote” from British company Tusting has the right combination of size (not too big), quality (only the best leather hides are used), environmental friendliness (it’s vegetable tanned) and price (it retails at £55). [Read more...]

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Comme and get it

Comme and get it

Comme des Garcons have put their own spin on the classic Converse Chuck Taylors as part of their PLAY collection, available in hi (£205) or lo (£190), black or off-white. Available from Dover Street Market, 17-18 Dover Street, London W1S 4LT, www.doverstreetmarket.com

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From the fashion cupboard – Oliver Spencer jacket

From the fashion cupboard – Oliver Spencer jacket

Three-button jacket, £280, from Oliver Spencer (www.oliverspencer.co.uk or 020 7269 6444)

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From the fashion cupboard – Jones trainers

From the fashion cupboard – Jones trainers

‘Travel’ shoes, £49, by Jones the Bootmaker (0800 163 519)

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From the fashion cupboard – Burberry Pac A Mac

From the fashion cupboard – Burberry Pac A Mac

This versatile trench is perfect for our unpredictable weather – a wardrobe classic that works on so many levels. Light enough to wear over your work suits as well as weekend civvies, smart enough to pull off with shoes and relaxed enough to wear with a pair of Jack Purcell’s. Burberry also deliver detail in spades – buckle cuffs, waist belt, gun, storm flaps and the Burberry check discreetly hidden away under the collar. £350 at www.my-wardrobe.com

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From the fashion cupboard – Brady bag

From the fashion cupboard – Brady bag

Brady has been been making bags for the hunting, shooting and fishing fraternity since the 1870s, keeping a necessarily functional approach to the demands of carrying your kit (bait, cartridges, fish) around when faced with the extremes of the British elements. This ‘Ariel Trout’ bag in laminated canvas is now available at the One True Saxon online shop – whose own accessories are also worth checking out. £120 at  www.onetruesaxon.com