The Ape Man: Nigel Ruwende
[CLOSED] Competition: It’s always summer with Havaianas Espadrilles
Born in 1962 the first pair of Havaianas were modeled on the Zori; a Japanese made of fabric straps and rice straw soles – today we bring you news of a new generation of Havaianas footwear – the Origine Espadrille. The textured rice pattern tribute to the Havaianas Japanese heritage will be ever present throughout the Origine Espadrille range as their construction, in essence, reflects that of the current Havaianas offering. The espadrilles,... Read More
Exclusive: In Conversation with Mona di Orio
[CLOSED] Ape to Gentleman x Hentsch Man Christmas Giveaway
Exclusive: Uniform Wares
The Rail: Brooks Brothers, Ermenegildo Zegna, Hentsch Man & John Lobb
Inspired by the art of layering, this week’s Rail* encompasses the idea of keeping warm by carefully selecting textures and fabrics that commend each other. Cord trousers sit next to suede monk strap shoes, while the plain grey turtle neck plays perfect base for what is the statement burgundy cardigan – creating the perfect balance of warmth and formation. Charcoal cashmere turtle neck, £249 by BROOKS BROTHERS; brooksbrothers.com Burgundy... Read More
Duelling with Wax Bullets
There is something about Duelling that is both admirable and yet apeish at the same time. The structure and regulations that are adhered to, despite their impending doom strikes me as Genteel. However the fact they both parties feel that a duel is the best way to settles matters is somewhat Neanderthalic to say the very least. The idea behind a Duel was not necessarily for it to end in death for either party, but to walk away knowing that you were... Read More
Amazon Kindle: Ape to Gentleman for the erudite
The demands of the modern gentleman requires information to, quite literally, be available at your fingertips. Smart phones are most gentlemen’s answer to mobile internet usage, with the respective ‘app’ stores making the devices more flexible to the needs of modern society. But now there are other portable devices that can give you the access to choice pieces of information on the move, such as the Nintendo DS, PSP devices, and the most popular... Read More
Industry report: Male Grooming 2011
2010 was an ‘interesting’ year for the male grooming industry with many new products and ranges coming to fruition and an almost ubiquitous presence in men’s (and women’s) media. The phenomenon of male grooming is here to stay and has the potential for growth, but what does 2011 hold in store for male grooming? Many predicted that 2010 would be the year that the male grooming industry ‘boomed’ but the reality was that while some areas have... Read More
Christmas 2010: Gift Guide for the Modern Gentleman.
While we do have full appreciation of the ‘ordinary’ things in life, Ape to Gentleman exhibit a penchant for the unusual gifts, gifts that when opened evokes a genuine reaction rather than a false smile and a timid ‘Thank-you’. A gift says as much about it’s giver, as it does their regard of the recipient; which is not necessarily to do with price. This Christmas, Ape to Gentleman have put together 10 different gifts that will ensure that... Read More
