Salt of the Earth – Blue Collar Worker

imageDenim ranges are two a penny, every clothing brand good or bad produces denim and related apparel but few get it right and even fewer do it well. One such brand is Blue Collar Worker. Founded in 2005 by a small team of seasoned denim industry die-hards tired of the ever increasing tide of over styled, over washed European and West coast American jeans brands.

Using premium quality, ring-spun denims, and trawling influences from traditional archive workwear pieces from the 1930’s, 40’s and 50’s, products are given a twist in terms of styling, with a distinct British flavour, never losing sight of the fact that these are true utilitarian pieces.

imageFocus is given to each product, ensuring that each functions in the workplace, with overt attention to detail in terms of garment construction and internal finishing. As a brand that specialises in completely functional men’s denim. This very tight collection also includes men’s Polo’s and jackets in unique, contemporary styles that are pure Blue Collar Worker.

The focus of the collection is functionality coupled with practicality to produce exceptional workwear men’s denim. The overt attention to detail in terms of garment construction and finish speaks of quality workmanship. Pockets are lined and re-enforced with hidden rivets and bar tacks, seams are 2-ply stitched for added strength with all working as intended for pure focused jeanswear that will last.

imageWash options are deliberately limited ranging from Raw through to advanced 70´s Cracked Vintage. Of course as denim purists they insist that the only route to experiencing the benefits of this great personal product is to wear them every day, rain or shine, workplace or at leisure.

The Autumn 2015 season sees the introduction of a focussed range of pared down product under the sub-heading ‘BLUE LINE’, comprising of 4 key silhouettes, a broader palette of washes and the introduction of comfort stretch denim for the first time.

Prices are kept deliberately competative and every effort had been made to ensure that the product reflects the integrity of the main line offer.

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Preview for Autumn 2015 – by K Adorable & Elliott Parsons

Even though we’re in the midst of the height of summer, it’s never too early to look forward at the upcoming season, Autumn, everyone will be back from their holidays getting ready for darker and gloomier days, but luckily we have some products to preview that might just make everything a little less gloomy. Here are a few of our top picks.

image image imageDuchamp has an extensive Autumn collection that can fill up any man’s wardrobe, ranging from shirts, ties to blazers.

 

imageLook smart in one Cad & The Dandy’s suits this Autumn.
imageJigsaw Menswear providing the must have footwear for the harsh seasons ahead.

imageLook like a badass straight from the 80’s with one of these Matthew Miller leather jackets

imageThis jumper from Paul & Shark will keep you warm this winter.
imageCasely Hayford‘s bomber jackets will definitely keep you warm on those dark, windy, winter nights.

image imageThis Paul Smith playsuit and sneaker combo are a must for a man who is always on his feet and ready for action!
imageNothing wrong with  jet black Docs by DrMartens, matches the weather too.

image imageLevi’s allowing modern men to look rough and rugged but still look good at the same time, how thoughtful.

imageThere are literally fourty shades of denim available from the Stone Islands collection that can occupy your wardrobe.

Bang on time with the Rotary Ocean Avenger – COMPETITION TIME

imageAs a brand Rotary, is a fourth generation family run business founded by Moise Dreyfuss in 1895 in La Chaux de Fonds, Switzerland. Celebrating a landmark 120th birthday this year, Rotary has since growth in reputation as a master Swiss watch brand that delivers style, quality and affordability.
Today Rotary is present in over 50 countries worldwide and was awarded Britain’s most coveted commercial prize, the Queen’s Award for International Trade 2014.

Ostensibly “practical” timepieces are becoming ever more popular due to the revival in vintage trends from the 60’s, through to the 70’s. The desire for retro design is proving to be extremely popular and something that Rotary is able to offer confidently by delving into its rich heritage, searching through its archive and re-introducing watch families, re-mastered with modern technology. Rotary is extremely proud of its heritage and has a plethora of vintage designs, at its disposal.

One of which is the Ocean Avenger – First introduced by Rotary in the 1960’s, this Model is a classic re-design of a vintage Rotary watch. has verve and sophistication but is yet sporty and practical in design. A waterproof, quartz timepiece in bracelet and strap versions, with a 38m case and all black dial, shielded by a domed mineral glass, rotating bezel and a distinct arrow hour hand giving it a suitably vintage look. All coming with Rotary Lifetime Guarantee.

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Left, the Original Ocean Avenger from the 1960’s Right, the Ocean Avenger 2015 model

 

COMPETITION TIME

Fancy getting your hand on your very own Rotary Ocean Avenger 2015, well it’s easy. All you need to do is follow us on Instagram @Clothesmaketheman & Rotary Watches @RotaryWatches

Do this by Sunday 31st August (BST) and hey presto a few days later you will receive a gift from us and Rotary Watches to you. It’s that simple ! Good luck.

Be safe out there – sunscreen special by Amanda Lewis

imageIts official – summer is here and we offer you a roundup of the best sun screen around for different sun scenarios.

Daily products for use whilst out and about at lunch and après work drinks and those intended for long summer days outside, perhaps on a Mexican beach, sipping a mojito whilst watching a local fisherman catch a lobster to grill…. I digress.

The products do the same thing – protect your largest organ (your skin) from harmful rays, but what I want is two different things.

In the office/after work, pub garden is a quick and easy daily product to protect and keep me looking cool and not too shiny whilst I catch some rays.

On holiday – I want a smooth slick finish to protect from longer sun exposure, no white marks or stinging and long lasting, water resistance is a bonus.

So for the face

Daily skin care

imageLAB SERIES BB Tinted moisturiser SPF 35. Don’t be afraid, the tint in this daily moisturiser just gives a slight healthy glow. Its oil free matiyfing formulation is a great daily moisturiser that also offers great sun protection. A firm favourite at Clothes-Make-the-Man

imageBIODERMA –Matifying FluidSPF30High sun protection, which minimises shine and offers broad spectrum sun protection. This colourless fluid acts like a daily moisturiser and is good on combination and oiler skin types.

All day protection

imageNIVEA SUN anti-age face sun cream. Well priced this offers 30+ UVA-UVB protection. Smells fresh and leaves no white marks, and is water resistant !!! Will help prevent premature skin aging from sun induced wrinkles. Errr ticks all the boxes!

imageClarins Sun wrinkle control cream for face 50+. Our personal favourite product for the face, this cream offers great protection, doesn’t sting and keeps skin moisturised in very hot/dry conditions.

imageCLINIQUE even better, dark spot defence, SPF45 Extra protection for sun damaged skin. Sun damages is the leading cause of dark spots, this lightweight 100% non-chemical sun screen fluid is oil free and offers daily high protection.

Full on sun skin care – Few rays or outside, baking all day

imageRiemann P20 SPF50+ once a day sun protection. This is awesome, apply before you leave your room. It dries quickly, can last up to 10 hours and is very water resistant. Suitable for all skin types this a great holiday all-rounder. And no white marks. Does what is says, if you’re going for a week + err on side of caution and buy a spare as it gets used up quicker than expected.

imageClarins – Sun Care Oil Spray. SPF 30 offering high protection. The nice thing about an oil is how your skin looks better on holiday. This formula is both water and perspiration resistant. Its multi-tasking as it nourishes skin and hair with Indonesian Nyamplung Oil, seena, plane tree and aloe vera; it protects against both sun and salt damage.

imageGarnier – Ambre Solaire Clear protect +SPF 50 This product is clear so leaves no white marks, and is in a spray so easier to apply to those harder to reach areas. Pleasant smell and well-priced is a good all round option.

imageM&S Sun Smart – SPF30+ Moisture protect spray. M&S have upped their game with this smart clear formulation that features sunflower oil, soothing aloe, and antioxidant vitamin E to help maintain moisturised skin, whilst protecting against the damaging effects of the sun. Water resistant to protect whilst swimming for up to 40 minutes and the spray means that you can reach everywhere.

Black the colour of Mystery – Aramis Black

imageThe colour Black has all sorts of connotations attached with it, offered associated with Power, Elegance, Formality and of course the sexiness of Mystery. It’s also the latest edition to join the Aramis family of fragrances. Aramis Black, is the newest scent for the modern Aramis man. Polished but mysterious. Racy but refined. Inspired by the contemporary gentleman, the Aramis Black man lives for the thrill.

Aramis Black is a unique combination of bold freshness and intense masculinity, a little like myself.
This all new fragrance is in itself an individual blend of vibrant accents including grapefruit fused with elemi’s crisp and peppery facet, which is further refined by the green and leafy notes of lentiscus. The fragrance hits its paramount with the outstanding aromatic quality of juniper wood blended with rich notes of cognac and soft leather to embody a suave confidence.

As the scent unwraps, shades of white incense and tonka beans heightened by the deep and powerful scent of vetiver it leaves a signature of charm in its wake, unique only to the charms of Aramis Black.