Esquire UK http://www.esquire.co.uk Style and Substance Mon, 06 Feb 2012 16:49:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The Intervention | Adam Sandler Dear Adam,

If we had to use just one word to describe your career there are many powerful adjectives that leap to mind. But once we’ve had time to reflect, and our legal department has been consulted, we reckon “audacious” sums it up pretty well. You could say we’re writing to take our hats off to you.  [Read more...]

]]> http://www.esquire.co.uk/2012/02/the-intervention-adam-sandler/ Want List | Panasonic GX1 Though the big boys needn’t worry just yet, Panasonic’s Lumix GX1 is taking on the low- and mid-range DSLR market and winning. This Micro Four Thirds system camera (mirrorless, interchangeable lens digital cameras smaller than digital SLRs, but with a reduced sensor size and no optical viewfinder is rammed to the gunnels with features. The GX1 is a 16MP gem with a maximum sensitivity of ISO 12,800 (basically, huge), which delivers exceptionally low-noise images. Other plus points? The build quality is top notch, the shutter speed is 60 frames per second, and it also has a superb auto-focusing speed of just 0.09 seconds. And it looks great. A no-brainer. From £500 panasonic.co.uk

Photograph by Martha Pavlidou

]]> http://www.esquire.co.uk/2012/02/want-list-panasonic-gx1/ The Collaboration | 6876 x Rohan Jacket  

Here's a collaboration that almost makes too much sense. Rohan are a technical wear company - The UK's version of The North Face, if you will - and 6876 have always been obsessed with coats that withstood the elements. [Read more...]

]]> http://www.esquire.co.uk/2012/02/the-collaboration-6876-x-rohan-jacket/ Three of the best | Computer Speakers Jawbone Jambox
With two new colours just out, Green Wave (above) and Gold Hex, the Jambox is still one of the best wireless speakers. Using Bluetooth to connect to your computer, it can also pair with your mobile to act as a speakerphone with its built-in mic. (£160, jawbone.com)  [Read more...]

]]> http://www.esquire.co.uk/2012/02/three-of-the-best-computer-speakers/ The Long Read | Football Rehab What happens when the national game takes over your life? When you’re more in touch with trivia than your feelings? This is the story of one man who said, “Enough!” [Read more...]

]]> http://www.esquire.co.uk/2012/02/the-long-read-football-rehab/ The List | 5 Reasons Why it’s Worth Staying Up Late for the Super Bowl Every year, you say you'll see it through to the end. Every year, you start drifting off on the first extended warble of Star Spangled Banner. But, trust us, for those willing to dig a little deeper this Sunday there are rewards to be had. Here are five: [Read more...]

]]> http://www.esquire.co.uk/2012/02/5-reasons-why-you-probably-should-watch-the-super-bowl/ Wardrobe Essential | The Gym Hoodie If you're working out in a pair of musty running shorts and a Kiss '87 tour t-shirt, it's time to get some new gym attire. And what better than a hoodie like this one from Ami? It's more discreet than most performance based gym gear and, most importantly, you can wear that Kiss t-shirt underneath. It's a win win for everyone.(£150, Mr-Porter)

]]> http://www.esquire.co.uk/2012/02/smart-buy-gym-hoodie/ Top Five | Scented Candles Yes, this post really is an (ahem) candle round-up. Perfumers are now so secure in your masculinity, they think they can sell you the ultimate girly air freshener. The scary part? They might be right.  [Read more...]

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