It would be fair to say that, up until the past few years at least, West London department store Harrods was better known for its traditional take on style than it was for contemporary, high street-inspired clothing. [Read more...]
November 25th, 2010
Given the success of Keith Haring’s “Pop Shop” and Damien Hirst’s outlet for one-offs and limited editions, “Other Criteria”, it seems artists are cottoning on to the fact that their work should perhaps not be the preserve of the world’s oligarchs. Which is no bad thing. [Read more...]
November 10th, 2010
It’s been a long time coming (in digital terms, at least) but it seems that online stores are beginning to realise the value of male custom. [Read more...]
November 9th, 2010
Look 1 - Coat £79.99; Tux blazer £79.99; Shirt £29.99; Drawstring trousers £34.99; Patent shoes £59.99: Bow tie £24.99; Cap £14.99.
A few weeks back we announced the unveiling of Lanvin’s brand new collection for high street stalwart, H&M. We’ve been in a state of eager anticipation ever since, but finally the time has come, and the collection has arrived. [Read more...]
November 4th, 2010
N’er was a brand born of such noble circumstances. Named after Jack White – a much decorated solider who was awarded a Victoria Cross for his bravery during the First World War – “Private White V.C” is a brand new label inspired by the day to day life of Private Jack himself. [Read more...]
November 3rd, 2010
With a strap line like “desirable, stylish, authentic, often iconic and always original” you know Vintage Seekers – a brand new site peddling a curated array of 20th century design and collectables – is going to be either really good or really deluded. [Read more...]
October 26th, 2010
It’s called Denham, and it sells denim. Clever eh? Pithy puns aside, the latest menswear outlet to hit Shoreditch has got us hot under the collar for the working man’s fabric once again. [Read more...]
October 20th, 2010
Art, Christmas, Comedy, Where to buy
There’s something uniquely depressing about being reminded of Christmas when you’re still mourning the end of summer. Well, the good news is that it’s not all bad news – as the new range of Christmas cards from our friends at Modern Toss demonstrates. Here, Jon Link, Modern Toss co-founder and occasional Esquire contributor, explains the thinking behind this year’s suitably offensive seasonal range…
October 4th, 2010