CLOTHES MAKE THE MAN

With half term only round the corner a recent comparative study revealed the top 20 most expensive tourist destinations worldwide, with Harry Potter Studios ranking higher than the Houses of Parliament.

The online comparison and search portal, TicketLens, has published a list of the 20 most expensive attractions around the world according to admission costs. The findings aim to help diligent travellers budget their itineraries ahead of schedule. Researching and planning a holiday can be a tricky and exhausting task. From the cost of travel, accommodation, sightseeing, and food –  it’s wise to start counting pennies in preparation long in advance.

The twenty attractions in the world with the highest admission prices

Farnol is a Clothing brand that strives to ensure their collection offering pieces to suit your every day to day wardrobe needs.

All their pieces are based on bringing you the basic essentials in the form of luxury everyday wear, and a price range that makes Farnol affordable for everyone – without lacking in quality.

Very reminiscent of minimal Scandinavian style, clean cut silhouettes are reflected in simple tees, worker jackets and straight leg trousers. Colour ways range from monochrome to pastel blue, navy and tan, making the pieces easy to layer and style

This seasons collection sees a continuation of their clean aesthetic, but with an elevated touch bought by the introduction of hero items and heightened quality of new fabrics.

The collection has also closed in on their focus for sustainability as is available in limited runs (to reduce their carbon footprint) and made using new ‘end fabrics’ made in the UK, encouraging the use of materials that would have otherwise been wasted.

Words by Isaac Perry

What is the first thing you look at when admiring an outfit? Well, we at Clothes Make the Man personally look directly at the shoes as these are one of the fine details that can either make or break an outfit! Please now refer to us as Shoes make the Man (Joking!)

Finding a brand who offers incredibly high-quality footwear can be incredibly difficult, however, we think that we may just have found the brand which you NEED to be looking at for all your footwear this year.

Goodwin Smith was founded in 1928 and has taken real pleasure in delivering incredibly high-quality footwear for its consumer ever since. Goodwin Smith pride themselves on the high-quality products which they offer for the amazing price point they are sat at and take incredible care throughout the production process to make sure that each shoe is made with love and given the attention they deserve!

It’s almost hard to believe the Goodwin Smith actually started as a bit of a competition between two rival shoemakers (Ernie Goodwin and Walter Smith) and after an argument, the duo decided to have a face-off and see which of them would make the perfect pair. However, as many good arguments are resolved (over a pint) they found they had an awful lot of common interests and decided to join forces in creating the ultimate gentleman’s shoe and to this day Goodwin Smith has continued to create some of the best footwear in the business. Are you tempted yet?

They have just dropped their latest GS28 Collection. This is a combination of contemporary meeting traditional with Goodwin Smith venturing out of their comfort zone in order to create an athleisure shoe whilst maintaining that classic gentleman aesthetic and keeping up to date with current trends. Now you can wear your Goodwin Smiths whether you’re at an event or day to day!

The high-quality range which Goodwin offers includes; Boots, Plimsolls, Derby’s, Loafers, Monkstraps, Oxfords, Sliders and even Wellies so there is quite literally something for everybody and with summer coming you may want to start looking for your new pair this year.

Some personal favourites include the Bolton Tan Brogue, this pair has incredibly fine detailing and hand made with the some of the highest quality leathers. This limited-edition brogue is perfect for this summer and simply pairing them alongside some clean beige shorts and a white tee is a look which we can definitely vouch for. What makes this shoe different though? Other than its incredibly high quality it has a wedge sole with the brands iconic blue stripe around the sole. We understand that brown may not be for everyone but please do not worry! As the black alternative is also as lovely and once paired with a pair of cropped grey trousers will definitely catch the attention of those around you!

Alternatively, they also offer leather trainers which are perfect for everyday wear and most importantly will last you a long time, however only getting better and better the softer the leathers gets. You obviously want to match the shoes with the outfit and Goodwin Smith has you covered with an incredibly wide range of colours including White, Black, Brown, Grey and even Teal for the ones of you wanting your footwear game to pop!

Goodwin Smith is the perfect brand for all your smart shoe needs and desires. Summer is approaching incredibly quickly and perfecting a smart casual look for a BBQ is the only way forward with Goodwin Smith being perfect for all occasions and a standout feature of all outfits. What are you waiting for?

Words by Daniel Ramsdale-Harris

We all love the exclusivity and high quality of the clothes high end designers provide, but don’t you just get a sense of gratification when you find an alternative at half the price?

Well you’ve come to the right place…

This series at Clothes Make The Man involves turning our very own James Bond mode on, as we go spying for the best outfit alternatives to our much loved high end brands, offering you timeless style at half the price.

Carlo Rivetti’s Stone Island is the first luxury brand to feature. We’ve taken inspiration fromLeeds based streetwear brand MKI MYUKI ZOKU, Amsterdam’s Daily Paper  and a Carhart staple piece, to showcase you a full Stone Island outfit alternative.

The idea behind the outfit was to take Stone Island’s classic technical overshirt, layered with a sweat and finish it off with a classic pair of cargo pants. An outfit which provides you with a ready-to-wear street aesthetic, whilst appealing to a variety of age groups.

The whole Stone Island fit would set you back a total of £659, whereas our alternative saves you £429, coming to a total of £230. Every little helps, right?

Now it’s the time for what you have been waiting for. Are you heading straight to the Stone Island store? Or have we delivered an alternative which you love that’s much more friendly to your bank account.

Let us know in the comments below.

1. Stone Island Zip Shirt Jacket V.S MKI Nylon Zip Shirt Jacket

2. Stone Island Yellow Hooded Sweatshirt V.S Daily Paper Captain Hoodie

3. Stone Island Cargo Pants V.S Carhartt Aviation Cargo Trouser

Dr Sandra Garcia Martin is an industry-leading dentist in London who specialises in creating beautiful smiles with pioneering cosmetic dentistry, backed by studies at the prestigious NYU. As one of the selected few dentists who practice the DSD (digital smile design) concept – a form of dentistry that uses digital technology to be especially precise and efficient – Dr Sandra is able to offer a uniquely modern and care-focused approach.

There are few things more important to our sense of confidence than a beautiful, natural-looking smile. Dr Sandra is a verified specialist in helping her clients to achieve the teeth they’ve always craved by using the latest information and equipment in the field of dentistry.

As we all know, Diet plays a huge role in the health of your teeth and wellbeing in general. The nutrients that we consume can either heal us, strengthen us and nourish us, or damage the fragile ecosystem of our bodies. Today, Dr Sandra reveals what the worst foods for your teeth are!

1. Sugar – Sugar has to go at the top of the list because,

without a doubt, this is perhaps the single most harmful ingredient for your health and one of the prominent causes of tooth decay. We all have sugar in our diet, and a little of it is beneficial, but too much can have serious consequences for your teeth!

2. Processed foods –processed foods contain not only a lot of sugar, but also a hyper concentration of carbohydrates which can significantly damage your teeth. All in all, these foods are low in fibre and really don’t offer much in the way of nutritional value, so are worth avoiding when possible.

3. Acidic foods – foods with a high concentration of acids such as lemons and acidic drinks can contribute to dental health problems as they damage tooth enamel and lead to cavities. Ouch!

4. Chewy foods – hard, chewy, or crunchy foods are a particular danger to teeth, as it’s easy to misjudge and bite down too hard, leading to chips or cracks in your teeth. Once a tooth is damaged, it can act as a gateway that allows bacteria into the inner layers of your teeth, causing gum disease. Not to mention the pain involved with a cracked tooth!