CLOTHES MAKE THE MAN

anthonymcgrath405 / 13/04/2015

AMEN to that – A*MEN ULTRA ZEST Limited Edition

A*Men, originally launched back in 1996 as a men’s fragrance created from the richness of Thierry Mugler’s own imagination, drawing heavily on his characteristic symbolism. The fragrance itself reflects the duality of the Mugler man: a powerful, strength of character belying an emotional sensual side beneath. This original scent evoked by the fresh, metallic purity of peppermint and lavender, combining with a reassuring sensuality of a woody blend of patchouli and Atlas cedarwood. Contrasting this is a fiery explosiveness of coffee, styrax, and powerful notes of musk and tonka bean.

However, the man of the 21st-century is very different to his counterpart of the last millennium and so A*MEN brings you a new twist on the original: Ultra Zest. Shaken, not stirred, this new male fragrance will tantalise the senses as it bursts with fresh, citrus, spicy and woody notes. This refreshing cocktail dares you to stand out from the crowd, be bold and go where most won’t dare to go.

It offers the perfect cocktail of woody, spicy and citrus notes and once again evokes emotions in equal measures. We have, Vigour, supplied by The fresh scents of mandarin, blood orange and ginger to tantalise the senses. Attitude, comes thanks to a mix of cinnamon, coffee and black pepper to give the fragrance its strength and unwitting character and of course, Seduction, thanks to vanilla, patchouli and tonka bean to create a sophisticated and sensual scent.

The energetic orange flask containing this elexia explodes with colour whilst the signature star of Thierry Mugler, shines from within.

anthonymcgrath405 / 10/04/2015

Tailoring his own path – James Sleater – Textual Conversations

There are certain companies, individuals, brands that shun the rule books and constraints of traditional thinking, Apple, Dyson, Virgin the list goes on and a new name to add to that list is Savile Row tailors Cad & the Dandy. Who have establish themselves on dismissing the premiss that quality comes at a heavy price. They have broke with tradition and operate with the conviction that high end bespoke tailoring should be accessible to all.

Their suits offer a modern British cut, are made using age old hand tailoring techniques and are delivered with a personal touch. They don’t over complicate things, operating from intimate premises in Savile Row and The City, with our trained Savile Row tailors, cutters and finishers, offering a friendly and welcoming approach and not a whiff of a Ooo Suits your sir carry on. All of their suits start with pattern creation, done by hand and retained for all future orders.

We caught up with one half of the dynamic duo in James Sleater to put the world to rights;

Best piece of advice you’ve ever been given?

Always put other people at ease.

If you could Dress anyone who would it be ?

Steve McQueen – he was fortunate in that he always looked effortlessly cool

What’s your Favourite movie ever ?

Zulu – It’s a combination of Great military clothing and empire and its bravado

What would be the name of your autobiography ?

Stitch it bitch.

If you could collaborate with one brand who would it be ?

LandRover – to design new defender coming out in 2yrs – replacement of iconic british vehicle.

Favourite hotel in the world ?

The Savoy because of the amazing bar and rooms with incredible London river views.

If you could give your teenage self advice, what would it be ?

Work harder.

Who would do you ideal diner guests ?

Churchill, Thatcher, Bush Jnr, Berlosconi – Just to sit back and watch the magic happen.

What piece of clothing best describes you ?

Bespoke 3 piece suit – the finest British craftsmanship to give the ultimate silhouette and first impression.

What piece of clothing would you relegate to Room 101 ?

Rucksack – kills a suit and looks shit.

What piece of style advise do you live by ?

Always polish your shoes. The small details matter.

If you had one day to live what would be your biggest regret ?

Not having another day to live.

anthonymcgrath405 / 08/04/2015

Boys in the Hood-ies – Quemondo

Once considered just sportswear, hooded tops can now be found in the chicest of wardrobes and the most cutting-edge of retailers – the ‘hoodie’ as it’s more crudely known is more ubiquitous than ever, reinforcing and re-defining the return of street culture as a fashion influencer in off-duty style.

You can now embrace your inner hoodie with Quemondo, who have appropriated sportswear fabrics and silhouettes to create a new collection which channels the sartorial spirit of the street, while remaining true to a Swedish fashion heritage.

Quemondo like to compare their approach to the humble hooded tops to what Mercedes is to cars or what Apple is to MP3s.

Quality, comfort and detail is at the core of their signature, incorporating the key elements of Scandinavian design, focusing on versatility, fit and fabric, to offer a range of fashion, sports and casual hoodies which combine functionality with modern clean lines, and a stylish urban aesthetic.

Selling exclusively online, the brand has directly engaged with the fashion revolution in digital e-commerce, operating without any intermediary or middle retailer, which results in reducing operating costs and offering savings to the customer, that’s you.

anthonymcgrath405 / 07/04/2015

Don’t leave it too late – Lacoste LT12 Collection

Its fair to say Rene Lacoste was somewhat of a renaissance man, after having invented the polo shirt and the tennis-ball machine, who knew that, see you learn so much from coming on here, he decided to patent two racket models that would revolutionize the world of tennis. In 1961, the former champion unveils one of his most brilliant inventions: the metal racket that deeply transforms the game by improving strikes and increasing their elasticity. In 1988, René Lacoste invents the Equijet. This new style of racket combines the best of smaller and larger string beds. Like its predecessor, the steel racket, the high-performance Equijet contributes to the evolution of tennis. René Lacoste explains his intention with the Equijet: “I wanted to give back to tennis what it had given me”. It was a beautiful tribute paid to the sport to which he devoted his whole life. In 2015, animated by the same quest for innovation, LACOSTE launches the LT12, a hybrid racket born from the combination of wood and graphite.

Three years of research were necessary for the development of this unique object. By combining craftsmanship and sophisticated manufacturing, LACOSTE managed a technical prowess by assem- bling two completely opposite materials: the LT12 is 70% wood and 30% graphite.

To accompany the launch of the LT12, LACOSTE has designed an innovative capsule range combining tradition and technology. Petit piqué, color blocking, piping, patterns… the well-known features of the brand DNA are revisited and modernized for a timeless elegance collection. Inspired by tennis’ primary aesthetics: the prevalence of white, clean lines and sleek shapes. The iconic LACOSTE green and blue come in for energy and movement. Lightness, functionality and comfort are the key words in the design of this range that combines tradition and innovation. The abstract print of the T-shirts is reminiscent of tennis courts, which is a reference to the 1970s and 1980s color blocking. Piping highlights polo shirts, tracksuits, shorts and caps. A “Game Set and Match” sweatshirt rounds out this sports wardrobe.

Accessories form an integral part of this project, where they form a similar technical features seen on the garments. A tennis bag, a backpack, and footwear that can be Used for everyday life off the court, and the Tonga watch in steel and silicon with glasses in acetate encompasses the aesthetics of the collection.

anthonymcgrath405 / 01/04/2015

All White – 6 of the best White retro Trainers by K Adorable & Elliot Parsons

For the modern man, trainers are an indispensable part of their wardrobe, it can be an essential part of an outfit in ensuring you make a statement for all the right reasons. With ‘Old Skool’ trainers having recently had a resurgence in the style stakes, whether it be the Stan Smith’s from Adidas or the Reebok Classics Sneakers, these pieces are timeless and can make any outfit have that classic/retro feel. Below we have compiled 6 of the best ‘Old Skool ‘ sneaker styles that would look great with any outfits for this upcoming Spring: