Our Autumn knitwear Top 10
October 11th 2017The survey we did of Spring/Summer pieces in the shops was very popular back in June. This Autumn/Winter, therefore, we thought we’d do two separate ones - the first (today) on winter knitwear, and the second on casual winter coats. As with th...
Our Autumn knitwear Top 10
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Hi Sebastian, Bear in mind that Scott & Charters was unusual in selling direct to retail as a mill, and I think over time they've proven why, as it's a hard model for a factory to do if they don't invest in the retail si...
Saman Amel – Classic tailoring with a moder...
September 6th 2017Good trunk shows pick good locations. Not necessarily fancy, but convenient and in a space that shows the product in a good light. This is particularly true with ready-made or made-to-measure brands, where customers are more likely to compare them t...
Saman Amel – Classic tailoring with a moder...
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Hi Dave, If you can, I would try on a Ring Jacket piece at the Armoury, then go see Saman Amel and see what they have, and see which style appeals instinctively. Both offer great products - and it sounds like you won't c...
Anglo-Italian denim and Ralph Lauren cardigan
August 18th 2017Rather a contrast this to Wednesday's post on dressing for hot weather. But it's good to look ahead to Autumn (God I'm looking forward to it - the coats, the knitwear, the hats!). And it's nice to be able to write about something that's actually in...
Anglo-Italian denim and Ralph Lauren cardigan
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It's a mix of two things: the cut I find a little too slim and tapered now, and the washes I don't like that much - they feel a bit too artificial. I'd go with raw denim and wear them in yourself....
Connolly: Style and fashion meet on Clifford Street
July 14th 2017Connolly, which opened on Clifford Street at the end of last year, is one of the most interesting new menswear stores London has had for a while. It offers luxury clothing, both under its own name and a few European brands ( Charvet, Car Shoe, Stile...
Connolly: Style and fashion meet on Clifford Street
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My please Scott, really pleased it's worked well for you, and you appreciate the quality...
Shorts, slubs and natural colours: My pieces from...
May 7th 2017As is now customary (after three seasons we can say that, right?) I picked out my favourite 10 pieces from No Man Walks Alone's stock last week. I took advantage of being in New York to go through most things in person, and there are therefore some...
Shorts, slubs and natural colours: My pieces from...
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Style Guide – the partners shoot
April 24th 2017The Style Guide has been wonderfully received so far - at the launch events in London and New York, but also online and through personal messages. Thank you all. There are a few things I realise I haven't emphasised so far. One is that we proudly d...
Style Guide – the partners shoot
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Lots of things I think. Grey and navy as shown here, plus cream or white, and black. More tonally similar colours, like dark brown, might be Ok if there's some other contrast, such as a white shirt underneath...
Friday Polo and Finest Knitwear update
March 21st 2017Many thanks to everyone for the response to The Finest Knitwear since it went on sale, and to the continuing popularity of the Friday Polos. Stock is running short, with just 28 pieces left and crewneck the most popular style. The style/size combin...
How to stretch your sweaters (properly)
March 17th 2017I've always rather liked domestic fixes to knitwear. Darning holes, removing pilling, slimming bodies: I've consistently practiced and written about them all over the years. (Posts at those links). But being introduced to Love Cashmere up in Hawick...
How to stretch your sweaters (properly)
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I'm afraid not Melissa, I don't know anywhere...
Introducing: The Finest Knitwear
February 22nd 2017Although some Permanent Style collaborations have been rather esoteric (purple slippers anyone?), the most satisfying have always been those that go on to become wardrobe staples. Our next - available exclusively in the Savile Row pop-up shop from F...
Introducing: The Finest Knitwear
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I'm not sure how a black tee would look in that scenario shem. I'd suggest something like a grey or even black wool jumper that's fine enough to go over the tee and under the jacket might be better...
The sweater over the shoulders
January 4th 2017We took this picture of Patrick Johnson, founder of P Johnson, last month. It occurred to me at the time how hard it is to wear a sweater over the shoulders, as Patrick does. It's something I rarely do, and it's probably worth unpacking why. ~ As wi...
The sweater over the shoulders
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Diego Della Valle does it with ease and a scarf!...
Luca Faloni knitwear – a high-quality staple
October 21st 2016For the past four months I’ve been wearing and trying out the knitwear of Luca Faloni - an Italian with an online store based here in London. Luca offers quite a broad range of things, including leather goods, scarves and shirts; but it is the...
Luca Faloni knitwear – a high-quality staple
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Thanks for running your eye of them for me!...
Repairing, darning and reviving cashmere: Love Ca...
October 7th 2016Few things given me more pleasure than looking after good clothes, and being rewarded with a better-lasting and even better-looking wardrobe. This happens most obviously with leather products like shoes and bags, and arguably with some suits and jac...
Repairing, darning and reviving cashmere: Love Ca...
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I have emailed love cashmere As I wanted to have a cashmere cable Knit n peal shortened , but the aren’t doing alterations / repair for the foreseeable future does anyone know of any other companies that off that servi...
Ballantyne/Berk cashmere available again
October 2nd 2016UPDATE: Original article published in 2013 The article in the bottom of this post was originally published in September 2013, when Berk in the Burlington Arcade was closing. Ballantyne, the factory, was shutting down and Berk was the last retai...
Ballantyne/Berk cashmere available again
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Thank you so much! I'm actually a female (probably size 36 chest) so those would be too big but I appreciate the heads up. I'm also after crew neck or v neck. I just checked out the supplier (William Crabtree) and they o...
Chinos, loafers and a sports jacket (or sweater)
August 29th 2016Those on the Drake’s mailing list may have seen this outfit on Friday, accompanying an article on their new trouser range. To fill in the details: the olive Drake’s chinos were worn with a white lightweight pique-cotton shirt made by Luc...
Chinos, loafers and a sports jacket (or sweater)
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They can, but it's not a normal colour for chinos and others are usually easier...
Johnston’s of Elgin: Factory visit
August 8th 2016The following is an extract from my book Best of British: The Stories Behind Britain’s Iconic Brands , published by Prestel. Dedicated copies are available to buy here – Johnstons of Elgin It has survived two world wars. It has survived ...
Johnston’s of Elgin: Factory visit
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Johnston's of Elgin are simply the best! That's why I have entrusted to them the making of the new 'Lawrence's Seven Pillars of Khaki' Tartan for T E, 'Lawrence of Arabia' available soon in cashmere and lambs wool....
How to dress for summer – Reader question
June 15th 2016Simon, Would you be willing to do a post on (casual) summer dressing? It’s the area of dress I struggle with the most. Every time I go on summer/spring holidays I find myself browsing through the internet looking for a good mix of casual and el...
How to dress for summer – Reader question
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I think I know what you mean Will. I think you need to find other things of interest to add, such as: - A nice belt - A nice watch - A shirt with some nice texture or subtle pattern - As in all menswear, a nice cut on th...
Colour combinations, from casual to formal
May 31st 2016The colour combinations that we discuss every week in regards to formal wear, can be applied just as readily to casual wear. Although there will always be elements that don't crossover (such as the immense versatility of denim) a lot of the themes ...
Colour combinations, from casual to formal
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Thanks Zawaad. No, but I certainly plan something. Thanks for the suggestion...
Black suede shoes, and cream knitwear
May 20th 2016Yesterday's post raised a few questions about other aspects of the outfit - specifically the black suede shoes and cream-coloured cardigan. I think it's interested to discuss both together, for stylistically they have many things in common. I'm a ...
Black suede shoes, and cream knitwear
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Occasionally I'm interested in the versatility of black suede dress shoes (as in Dover style) and then re-read this article for a reality check. Same with monk strap (esp. double monk) curiosity. Trying to learn from guy...
Interview: Pier-Luigi Loro Piana
December 23rd 2015Long-time readers will know how much of a fan I am of Loro Piana. In particular, of their marked commitment to quality compared to other designers – even if that comes with the same big-brand prices. I’ve worn their blousons, gilets...
Interview: Pier-Luigi Loro Piana
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Revisiting this interview, I feel like a lot has changed, but I'm fairly sure PLLP would still give pretty mich the same answers. I really like several of their older outerwear options, like the horsey and the icer, but ...
Merz b Schwanen loopwheeler knitwear
August 24th 2015German brand Merz b Schwanen has changed quite a lot since it was taken over Peter Plotnicki (below), having been bought up, moved production and overhauled its product. But thankfully the changes have been in cut and design, rather than fabricatio...
Merz b Schwanen loopwheeler knitwear
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So, workwear manufacturers aren't necessarily aiming for neatness and precision - even if they have all the money and time in the world, they often want to produce something rough and rugged. It's like that because they ...
The knitted T-shirt
April 24th 2015It would be easy to ignore the difference between fully fashioned and normal T-shirts or polos. There aren’t many around, and the distinction is subtle. But good examples of the former create a very distinctive look. Ninety-nine per cent of ...
Harris tweed jacket and jeans
November 21st 2014Walking along the River Tweed, wearing tweed that (is it just me?) is rather reminiscent of the colours of the landscape. Of course, it’s Harris tweed and we’re in the Borders, but it seems fitting nonetheless. Cloth suited to i...
Harris tweed jacket and jeans
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Grey might have a blue cast but it would be fine with this jacket, it's such a neutral. A blue shirt itself would also be fine, which kind of proves the point. If in doubt, add some other warmer brown things, eg a reddis...
When we write about… Private White VC
November 19th 2014As part of the series on new shop openings in London, today we’re focusing on Private White VC – the British factory and brand founded by James Eden in 2007, but with a new shop on Duke Street and a much-expanded offering. First though,...
When we write about… Private White VC
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Storm System, but they also tend to feel rather different - wool v cotton....
Smedley’s slim-fit knitwear reviewed
November 10th 2014Readers will not be surprised that I consider the John Smedley fine-gauge knitwear the best available for wear with tailoring. Cashmere is often too delicate at this level of thinness, and fine merino is versatile enough to go deal with a broad ran...
Smedley’s slim-fit knitwear reviewed
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I wear our short-sleeved merino in just as hot weather as any cotton...but if you want cotton I'd look to Italian brands like Fedeli, Luca Faloni etc. I haven't searched for any myself, but that will be the kind of place...
Anderson & Sheppard online store opens
October 9th 2014As regular readers will know, the Anderson & Sheppard haberdashery launched by Anda Rowland and Audie Charles on Clifford Street is one of my favourite shops in London. Possibly the best single shop to open in whole 8 years this blog has be...
Anderson & Sheppard online store opens
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The fits I find OK, the designs just don't tend to appeal to me that much...
