James Bond 007 Ocean Royale
Further to the release of the now original 007 Fragrance, and it’s incredible success – the James Bond fragrance line has grown with the introduction of 007 Ocean Royale. Well-timed for the cooler summer months, Ocean Royale is an invigorating, fresh and energising twist on the original. Inspired by the Caribbean Sea breeze, ingredients include top notes of lime, [...]
Angel’s Envy
Courtesy of the Louisville Distilling Company the Ape to Gentleman office have been enjoying a limited release of Angel’s Envy Rye Whiskey of late. Angel’s Envy is a super-premium whiskey and the limited edition blend an example of Master Distiller Lincoln Henderson’s passion for experimenting outside of conventional norms. For the limited edition blend Lincoln used 95% [...]
Whisky – A Guide
Towards the end of the first season of Mad Men, Don Draper pitches an idea to Kodak for their new projector. It is the latest development in picture technology and shaped like a UFO – it’s billed as a look into the future. But everyone’s favourite Ad Executive sees something different in the circular wheel [...]
Opumo Competition Revisited
Ever since Ape to Gentleman and Lifestyle Editor; John Francis Bowyer laid eyes on Opumo.com we have been hooked. Launched in early 2012 by friends Mr Nicholas Ayoub and Mr Harry Beattie, the pair have, with a keen eye grown Opumo with aplomb. Their primary focus is men’s accessories of note, often sourced from small-scale manufacturers all [...]
Molton Brown Sport Collection
It was just last weekend when I was preparing for a weekend away with my county sports team, and I shopped around for a hair and body wash in one – to save luggage space and time whilst showering after matches. The results were pretty fruitless, plenty of good travel sized products but nothing quality [...]
Recipe for Men – Logical Skincare
There’s something instantly interesting about a brand formed out of necessity, and Recipe for Men is one of them. Harsh Scandinavian winters were the testing ground for Recipe – and their philosophy; not false promises or exaggerated claims but a simple promise that your skin will look and feel, fresher and smoother. Stockholm more specifically [...]
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James Bond 007 Ocean Royale
Further to the release of the now original 007 Fragrance, and it’s incredible success – the James Bond fragrance line has grown with the introduction of 007 Ocean Royale. Well-timed for the cooler summer months, Ocean Royale is an invigorating, fresh and energising twist on the original. Inspired by the Caribbean Sea breeze, ingredients include top notes of lime, [...]
Molton Brown Sport Collection
It was just last weekend when I was preparing for a weekend away with my county sports team, and I shopped around for a hair and body wash in one – to save luggage space and time whilst showering after matches. The results were pretty fruitless, plenty of good travel sized products but nothing quality [...]
Recipe for Men – Logical Skincare
There’s something instantly interesting about a brand formed out of necessity, and Recipe for Men is one of them. Harsh Scandinavian winters were the testing ground for Recipe – and their philosophy; not false promises or exaggerated claims but a simple promise that your skin will look and feel, fresher and smoother. Stockholm more specifically [...]
Top 10 Wash Bag/ Dopp Kit Essentials
Fitting quality men’s grooming products in a frequent traveller, gym enthusiast or sportsman’s luggage can require too much space. Subsequently, many skin care essentials are left at home on your bathroom shelf. Our focus is of course to keep you looking more Gentleman than Ape, so thought it prudent that we share our Top 10 [...]
Great Gatsby Grooming
The Great Gatsby style was inspired by the emerging success and consumerism within post-war (WW1) America. The 1920’s saw an explosion in popular culture, Jazz music and style. Men’s hair was still very military looking. Clean cut, slicked back and held in place with hair creams. Styles also had to compliment and remain unaffected by [...]
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