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British style, refined for the modern gentleman.

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Read From the Ground Up: What a Man's Shoes Say Before He Speaks
Wardrobe Essentials

Read From the Ground Up: What a Man's Shoes Say Before He Speaks

Before a handshake is offered or a word exchanged, your footwear has already given its verdict. We argue that shoes are the most honest part of any British man's outfit — and rank the rotation that earns its keep.

Six Invitations, One Suitcase: Surviving the British Wedding Season
Fabric & Craft

Six Invitations, One Suitcase: Surviving the British Wedding Season

Between June and September, the average British gentleman will face church services, marquees, garden parties and the races — often in the same fortnight. Here is how to build a three-piece capsule in fabrics engineered for our weather's mood swings.

The Face You Present: Choosing Between Beard, Stubble and the Bare Chin
Grooming

The Face You Present: Choosing Between Beard, Stubble and the Bare Chin

Facial hair is a negotiation between geometry, industry and intent. We consulted a London master barber and sifted the evidence to help every man decide what — if anything — should grow between his sideburns.

Carried With Dignity: The Quiet Status of a Proper Brolly
Wardrobe Essentials

Carried With Dignity: The Quiet Status of a Proper Brolly

On a rain-slicked platform at Clapham Junction, nothing betrays a man faster than the sad arc of a broken £3 brolly. We examine the unspoken hierarchy of British rain gear — and how to climb it without saying a word.

Reading the Room: A Three-Level System for the Modern British Dress Code
Wardrobe Essentials

Reading the Room: A Three-Level System for the Modern British Dress Code

From City chambers to Shoreditch studios, the British workplace has never been more sartorially confused. We propose a simple three-level framework that lets you dress correctly for any office, client meeting or Friday round.

One Wrist, One Watch: The Case Against the Drawer of Compromises
Grooming

One Wrist, One Watch: The Case Against the Drawer of Compromises

A drawer of forgettable watches serves a man far worse than a single considered timepiece worn every day. We make the case for the signature watch — and show you how to choose one at any budget.

Tailoring for the Last Train: What Your Suit Says When the Runway Isn't Watching
Wardrobe Essentials

Tailoring for the Last Train: What Your Suit Says When the Runway Isn't Watching

A suit is not judged in a showroom but at 11pm in a crowded public house, pint in hand and forecast undecided. We make the case for clothing built to survive a proper British Friday — and question the cult of unwearable Instagram tailoring.

Speak Up at the Chair: A Gentleman's Guide to Getting the Haircut You Actually Want
Grooming

Speak Up at the Chair: A Gentleman's Guide to Getting the Haircut You Actually Want

Most men sit in the barber's chair, mumble 'just a tidy up', and leave with whatever they're given. We consulted UK barbers to compile the questions worth asking, the jargon worth knowing, and the habits that turn a good haircut into a reliable one.

From the Mill to the High Street: How Moleskin and Tweed Conquered Modern Menswear
Fabric & Craft

From the Mill to the High Street: How Moleskin and Tweed Conquered Modern Menswear

Tweed and moleskin were once the preserve of country squires and working men alike. Today, they're back at the forefront of contemporary British style — and the revival looks built to last. We speak to the mills and stylists driving the renaissance.

Dressed for Drizzle and Sunshine: A 12-Piece Wardrobe Built for Britain's Four Seasons (Before Lunch)
Wardrobe Essentials

Dressed for Drizzle and Sunshine: A 12-Piece Wardrobe Built for Britain's Four Seasons (Before Lunch)

Britain's climate rarely cooperates, so your wardrobe needs to work harder. We've distilled the modern gentleman's wardrobe into twelve versatile pieces that handle morning drizzle, afternoon brightness and a chilly evening — without compromising on style.