Stay connected: Zegna touch screen gloves
As most of us have smart phones nowadays, when the weather turns we sometimes have to make sacrifices when it comes to our hand attire – this however no longer has to be the case. Italian luxury fashion house Ermenegildo Zegna comes to the rescue of those not wanting to compromise. Zegna’s passion for excellence and continuous search for innovative products that balance luxury, with practically, has led them to the introduction of their new touch... Read More
Three of the Best: Father’s Day Special
The relationship between a father and son is the most crucial – if not valuable – partnership two men can have. Enduring each others trials and tribulations is part of the unspoken contract between you; therefore this Father’s Day is the time to bask in the spirit of freedom. Enjoy the luxury of each gift as you both toast to the future. Printed silk hankerchief, £74 by ERMENGILDO ZEGNA; zegna.com Crocodile-embossed leather organiser,... Read More
Zegna Valet by Antonio Citterio
My first Zegna purchase was merely a pochette, but such was the texture of the silk, hue of colouring and design that – in my eyes – it instantly rendered all others to mediocrity. It is this undisputed quality at a glance that has enforced Zegna’s position as one of the leading menswear brands worldwide; not only do they design, they manufacture the technically diverse fabrics the clothes are made from. Founded in 1910 by the young... Read More
Fix up look Sharp by Selfridges
Housing over thirty brands on its formalwear department, London’s Selfridges plays host to some of the worlds greatest tailoring houses. To celebrate the wealth and experience of these names, the shop have undertaken a schedule of special events – enabling shoppers to experience a world of sartorial pleasure. Entitled ‘fix up look sharp’ the event will take place over a ten day period allowing brands such as Gieves & Hawkes, Ermenegildo... Read More
Three of the Best: Unstructured Blazer.
Soft in nature the unstructured blazer eradicates all sharp lines seen in it’s smarter counterpart. Features most commonly appear in form of button up collars and slanted pockets-formality’s need not appear here. This is where the casual reigns supreme. Navy three button blazer, £290 by OLIVER SPENCER; oliverspencer.co.uk Oatmeal deconstructed jacket, £400 by HENTSCH MAN; hentschman.com Linen Blazer, £1,130 by ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA; zegna.com About... Read More
Three of the Best: Christmas Gifts.
Not only for Christmas but for a lifetime. These assortment of trinkets represent an old age philosophy- the art of passing down. From father to son, it is gifts like these that are never truly yours. Therefore give not to receive but to inherit. Rosewood roller ball pen, £660 by ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA; zegna.com Buttonhole flower pin, £100 by LANVIN at MR PORTER; mrporter.com Goldplated Anagram cufflinks by LOEWE; 0207 2832 102 About... Read More
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
Swarovski Elements x Milan Fashion Week 2011
The gap between industries has become more blurred of late as brands are beginning to target ‘Lifestyle’ as a category in its own right. We’ve seen motoring brands collaborate with watch makers, drinks brands with photographers and now purveyors of luxury precisely-cut crystal Swarovski have collaborated with leading men’s designers, in a move that sees their iconic crystals become fashion pieces. During 2011 Milan fashion week, Swarovski... Read More
Friday Five: Art Inspires Music, Shower Mirror, Ermenegildo, Bluebeard and the Mobile Office…
Art Inspires Music This week’s Friday Five starts with a topic that reminds me exactly why we created the Apeish category in the first place. Take one innovative spinner (DJ Cheeba) throw in some cutting edge technology and you get an audiovisual showpiece that encapsulates the Beck’s Vier ‘Music Inspires Art’ Programme. Using rigged beer taps that play samples and 600 LED lit bottles, DJ Cheeba has taken mixing to a new artistic horizon.... Read More
