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Offering the best of both world, Looking good, feeling safe – Matchless London

Screen Shot 2013-10-28 at 11.41.39Matchless is a brand which can boast many firsts, from not only being the oldest British brand of motorcycles, clothing and accessories, with the first product manufactured at the end of the 19th century. Also, did you know, a Matchless motorcycle won the inaugural TT in 1907 and again in 1909. Plus, the brand was the first motorcycle manufacturer to work on rider safety, creating a department of study where clothing was designed to protect riders.  Now then, don’t ever let anything tell you  Clothes-Make-the-Man isn’t educational !

Screen Shot 2013-10-28 at 11.48.40From as far back as the 1960’s Matchless advertisements showed for the first time the link between motorcycles and style. Leading riders of all disciplines chose Matchless products for the perfect mix of safety, performance and of course timeless style. The first Matchless motorcycle was made in 1899, and manufacture began in 1901. All motorcycles were marked by a winged M on the tank, symbol that shortly became synonymous of quality.

Screen Shot 2013-10-28 at 11.51.30Screen Shot 2013-10-28 at 11.52.16Those icons of bad boy, Teen spirit and Rebel attitude, Marlon Brandon and James Dean both fell in love with all things Matchless but the greatest testimonial has to come from Malcolm Smith, the little known Godfather of Motorcross and Enduro. One of the world’s premier off-road motorcycle racers, Malcolm won eight gold medals between 1966 and 1976 in the International Six Day Trials, the European cross- country event considered the Olympics of motorcycling. Malcolm’s talent on two-wheels earned him a co-starring role in Bruce Brown’s 1970’s classic motorcycle epic, “On Any Sunday” with Steve McQueen.

 

 

MATCHLESS LONDON

The Donington Jacket

The Donington Jacket

The Wild one Jacket

The Wild one Jacket

 

The Marlon Jacket

The Marlon Jacket

 

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Autumn 2013 Preview

Yes that’s right the sun has finally put his hat and yours truly is going on about Autumn already ! Sorry folks, but if you
wanna buy some shorts, T-shirts, or those speedos you’ve had your eye, you better get a move on, cos every retailer from Abercrombie & Fitch to Zegna will soon be stocking up on coats and winter warmers, quicker then you could say, a change in the
weather. As always Clothes Make the Man offer you a sneaky peak at what the best of the best retailers have in store for you,
literally, in the coming months. Enjoy !!!!!!!!

 

We were only talking about this collection last week, but here is a little more from the Paul Smith Best of British Collection, well worth taking a look at.

We were only talking about this collection last week, but here is a little more from the Paul Smith Best of British Collection, well worth taking a look at.

 

Matchless London, the oldest British Motorcycle company whose motto is Safety, Performance and Elegance. Who feature a certain Mrs Hince in their Ad campaigns for Autumn 13.

Matchless London, the oldest British Motorcycle company whose motto is Safety, Performance and Elegance. Who feature a certain Mrs Hince in their Ad campaigns for Autumn 13.

 

Now Nicholas Kirkwood is known for making great Ladies shoes well, who'd have known it, he's not bad at Gent's shoes too !

Now Nicholas Kirkwood is known for making great Ladies shoes well, who’d have known it, he’s not bad at Gent’s shoes too !

 

Ahhhh, I just can't resist a Lacoste collaboration and this one with Anime Artist, Osamu Tezuka will certainly brighten up your Winter wardrobe

Ahhhh, I just can’t resist a Lacoste collaboration and this one with Anime Artist, Osamu Tezuka will certainly brighten up your Winter wardrobe

Ben Sherman are another brand that are promising to brighten up your Winter apparel and this collection will have you looking smart and dapper to boot.

Ben Sherman are another brand that are promising to brighten up your Winter apparel and this collection will have you looking smart and dapper to boot.

 

Sorry I had to include this, your never gonna guess where this lil beauty is from........ Only God damn Sainsburys !!! Yes the same one where you can get a loaf or bread & your favourite Chocolate hob nobs, no less

Sorry I had to include this, your never gonna guess where this lil beauty is from…….. Only God damn Sainsburys !!! Yes the same one where you can get a loaf or bread & your favourite Chocolate hob nobs, no less

 

Maybe not everyone's cup of tea, but I loved this collaboration from Puma X Todd James puts a dash of humour to casual wear.

Maybe not everyone’s cup of tea, but I loved this collaboration from Puma X Todd James puts a dash of humour to casual wear.

 

Burton, no not that one the other one, the one that makes GREAT Skiwear, tut, have worked with Filson, the US Outdoor Heritage brand, on these brilliant coats. Bring on the cold weather !

Burton, no not that one the other one, the one that makes GREAT Skiwear, tut, have worked with Filson, the US Outdoor Heritage brand, on these brilliant coats. Bring on the cold weather !

Please excuse the gentlemen in the background, but these Hiking boots by Oliver Sweeney, yeah I was surprised too, promise to bright up any Grey Autumn day.

Please excuse the gentlemen in the background, but these Hiking boots by Oliver Sweeney, yeah I was surprised too, promise to bright up any Grey Autumn day.

 

I'm a sucker for a good tuxedo and this is a GREAT example. Tweed is a massive trend for Autumn/Winter 13 and this tuxedo from Gucci is simply AMAZING.

I’m a sucker for a good tuxedo and this is a GREAT example. Tweed is a massive trend for Autumn/Winter 13 and this tuxedo from Gucci is simply AMAZING.

Pwoar, not a word I use gently but the Autumn/Winter Collection from Jigsaw Menswear qualifies for it. No fillers all dance floor killers folks.

Pwoar, not a word I use gently but the Autumn/Winter Collection from Jigsaw Menswear qualifies for it. No fillers all dance floor killers folks.

Another surprise and this was a little hidden away at their Press day and is certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. Boden, yes Boden offered a contemporary and confident collection. No not ground breaking but flipping lovely.

Another surprise and this was a little hidden away at their Press day and is certainly nothing to be embarrassed about. Boden, yes Boden offered a contemporary and confident collection. No not ground breaking but flipping lovely.

Yes I know another tuxedo, but I couldn't resist it and if your sick of your traditional black or simply fancy standing out from the crowd here's the answer from Nick Hart for Austin Reed

Yes I know another tuxedo, but I couldn’t resist it and if your sick of your traditional black or simply fancy standing out from the crowd here’s the answer from Nick Hart for Austin Reed

Knock em dead in the office when you walk in fresh after your summer holidays and wanting that promotion. As we said Tweed is a massive trend for next season and wearing it can sometimes be tricky, not in this Reiss Outfit.

Knock em dead in the office when you walk in fresh after your summer holidays and wanting that promotion. As we said Tweed is a massive trend for next season and wearing it can sometimes be tricky, not in this Reiss Outfit.

This image sums up Kurt Geiger's collection for Autumn. They can see you through every occasion from Formal to casual and everything in-between. Plus look out for the collaboration with British designer James Long

This image sums up Kurt Geiger’s collection for Autumn. They can see you through every occasion from Formal to casual and everything in-between. Plus look out for the collaboration with British designer James Long

 

If your gonna buy one jumper this Winter make sure this cable knit sweater from APC is on the list.

If your gonna buy one jumper this Winter make sure this cable knit sweater from APC is on the list.