men's styling

Kokorico by Jean Paul Gaultier launched in the UK this month

2012-01-26T16:25:00.000-08:00

Jean Paul Gaultier has launched a new men's fragrance 'Kokorico' and it's just arrived on to the UK shores this month. It's not in the usual JPG classic torso shaped bottle, this time it is as a man's face in profile. But that toned torso is not far away because if you turn the bottle to the side and look carefully, you can just make out a torso's silhouette.

Top notes: Fig leaf

Heart: Raw cocoa bean

Base notes: woody notes of patchouli, cedar and vetiver

And the name? Well it sounds as though it should be referring to the cocoa heart note, but it was inspired by the cry of a rooster and the french word 'cocorico' translates in to cock-a doodle-doo.

JPG changes the c to a K and changes the rooster cry to that of a man from the war cry of a warrior tor the cry of a young man filled with pleasure.

Available in www.debenhams.com and most department stores

But if you prefer the classic torso silhouette bottle shape, never fear there is a new Le Male summer fragrance out soon with a cool blue 'Tarzan' jungle look.

Get into Summer Gear with Debenhams

2012-01-23T14:23:00.000-08:00

It's Feb and cold , so set your mind in to Summer holiday mode and start looking for your holiday basics.

Nautical Stripes always make a great summer hit.

Label here is Red Herring :
Left model -Vest 39.50, chinos £30. Wear with Straw Trilby hat for those hot sun blazing days £26
Right model - Tee £14 and chinos £35

J Jeans by Jasper Conran
For those windy days don't forget the Casual Jacket £75, tee £18 and shorts £35

Layer your tee with a cool Cotton or Linen Shirt.
Shorts are a holiday must

Manteray striped shirt £32 and shorts £35.
Rucksacks make great holiday bags.
Red Herring rucksack £30

Wear with Coloured Chinos for a contemporary twist.

J.Jeans by Jasper Conran knitted cardigan £65, striped tee £18, chinos £35 and shoes £35.

For the fun look say 'Aloha' to the Hawaii style shirt

Red Herring shirt £28 here teamed with a pale striped tee £14

A pair of Espadrilles make a good beach shoe. Manteray £12

And of course don't forget your Swimshorts!

Maine £25

Images provided by Debenhams

Disney Unveils Muppets-Inspired Fashion Range

2012-01-23T04:21:00.000-08:00

To mark the realease of the long awaited new Muppets movie on 10th Feb, Disney has launched a Muppets-inspired fashion range.

For the guys there are:

JUNK FOOD TEES

Head banging with Dr Teeth & the Electric Mayhem

Temper Control with Animmmmal!

Prices range from £24.99 - £42.99. Available from Harrods

OPENING CEREMONY
Have a selection of knitted sweaters, hoodies and tees to choose from.

Kermit the Frog is looking dapper on this 100% cotton kelly frog green t-shirt. Price $45
Also available with Miss Piggy, Gonzo, Fozzie Bear and Animal

If you're into pin up girls, then Miss Piggy strutting her stuff on this scarlet woman red hoodie would be ideal.
Price $65
Also available with Gonzo and Fozzie Bear.

Available online from www.openingceremony.us
The red carpet London premiere is this Thurs 26 Jan and Miss Piggy will be making an appearance arm in arm with designer Giles Deacon who has created her exclusive silver leather dress for the occassion. Hope Kermit is not too jealous.

Images provided by Walt Disney Co UK

Uniqlo Collaborates with the Comic Strip Peanuts

2012-01-22T02:33:00.000-08:00

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of the popular UT printed t-shirt collections, Uniqlo have collaborated with the much loved American comic strip Peanuts to create:
Uniqlo UT Peanuts Colllection for SS12.

The tee shirts will be available in the stores from 30 Jan priced £9.90 and online www.uniqlo.com

Beagles should never wear down-filled jackets! Unless they are Uniqlo's Premium down ultra light jackets he he !

Uniqlo's Premium down jacket price £59.90

Images provided by Modus PR

Calvin Klein Spring 2012 ad campaign looking hot, hot hot!.

2012-01-21T09:28:00.000-08:00

We’ve already introduced you to Calvin Klein’s ad campaign for their colourful new Bold Underwear in our last post. Here's the ad campaign for Calvin Klein collection and Calvin Klein jeans.

They may not be as colourful as the underwear but are equally hot and smouldering. Again featuring new model Matthew Terry who's chilling on St. Bart's Guanahani Beach in a cool white pair of the new straight cut jeans for men.

For Calvin Klein Collection it's still St. Barts but at the Villa Teman in St. Jean. Here Mr. Terry lounges dramatically in a safari style white suit.

Both images were shot by photographers Mert Alas & Marcus Piggott.

Calvin Klein latest men's underwear range -Underwear Bold

2012-01-20T17:25:00.000-08:00

Calvin Klein brought out their Spring advertising campaign yesterday, showing their latest men’s underwear range called Underwear Bold.

New model Matthew Terry is featured alongside models Myles Crasby, Arran Sly and Chris Garavaglia.

The campaign photos were shot by Steven Klein in Joshua Tree, California.

www.calvinklein.com

Kirk Originals are Beaming with Delight over their new Eyewear Collection

2012-01-19T15:19:00.000-08:00

To celebrate their 20^th anniversary this year, eyewear brand Kirk Originals have created BEAM, a brand new collection made entirely of acrylic. Acrylic is not a new material for Kirk Originals as they have been making acrylic temples for their past collections since the late 1990s, but this is the first collection with acrylic fronts.

Blaze in Amethyst

The frames are gloriously oversized with soft lines and curves, but with all Kirk frames it’s the fun colours that create the biggest impact. For the Beam collection, Kirk has used a new process of colour marriage which allows the bright translucent hues to merge and separate in tones of fluorescent orange, pink, yellow and aqua, and so making each frame unique with its own colour identity.

Ray in Amber

6 styles: Ray, Flare, Blaze, Gemma. Vega and Miranda

5 colours: Amber, coral, aquamarine, amethyst and emerald

RRP: 325 Euros

Kirk Originals flagship store: 6 Conduit Street, London, W1S 1XE

Tel: 020 7499 0060

www.kirkoriginals.com

David Beckham's Bodywear Range at H&M

2012-01-18T03:21:00.000-08:00

David Beckham has unveiled (literally) his new bodywear collection which will be sold in H&M stores.

The prices are reasonable - The above black vest and pants are both £9.99 each.

The range also includes pyjama bottom. long johns and vest tops.

Pyjama bottoms £19.99

Pyjama vest top £19.99

Long Johns £19.99

David Beckham’s bodywear range goes on sale at H&M stores and online www.hm.com from 2 Feb .

Calvin Klein Mens Autumn/Winter 2012/13 at Milan Fashion Week

2012-01-16T12:37:00.000-08:00

The first models on the catwalk wore head to toe black creating clean silhouettes with the occasional shiny mock croc leather embellishing the sleeves and yokes of neat sweatshirts and hoodies.

It was then the turn of head to toe camel ranging from shearling leather aviator style hooded sweatshirts and bomber jackets to leather ponchos and puffer jackets and gilets.

Shades of grey brought texture with short sleeved bobbly knitwear over long sleeved tops and rough speckled tweed fabric for skinny suits and matching oversized boxy coats

Overcoats ranged from the oversized -duffels (minus the toggles), ponchos, double breasted coats.....

..... to the slim -neat puffers and single breasted crombies

Head to toe black ended the show but this time with the mock croc really shining in leather pants and blazers.

Italo Zucchellie takes a bow.

Go Nautical for Spring with Clark's Boat Shoes

2012-01-15T11:36:00.000-08:00

The boat/deck shoe is always a popular choice for spring and summer even if you not going sailing. This season Clarks have brought out a variety of styles to choose from..

The top shoe in the above image is the Orson Lace.

This boat shoe is worn by double Olympic gold medallists Iain Percy and Andrew Simpson. It's the most technical shoe Clarks has ever produced, offering premium technology for the serious enthusiast.
It has a Rock rubber sole - this is a specially engineered tubber sole for maximum grip and stability in dry as well as wet conditions. It is also lightweight with water release and drainage.
The leather is salt water resistant.
It has an Atsu footbed - this gently massages underfoot using a network of beads positioned in the insole and so revitalising the feet and giving the body a boost from toe to head.
Colours: navy, dark brown, denim, tan and off white
Price £79.99
The bottom shoe in the image is the Outdrive Drift

This boat shoe in synthetic material has a protective PU cage. With in-built drainage holes and an engineered heel drainage system, this technically-advanced style effectively dispels water. It also has the Rock rubber sole.
Colours: white, black and dark grey
Price £69.99

Coming out soon is the Outdrive Tide - the same as the Drift but in leather. Colours will be white, navy and khaki
Price TBA

Similar to the Orson Lace is the more contemporary Portal lace

Crafted from leather with a lightweight construction. It has a siped sole for superior water drainage and an Active Air cushioning - this is hundreds of tiny air pockets acting as a cushion to absorb the impact of the foot hitting the ground.
Colours: khaki, mid blue, black and white.
Price £59.99

And for those hot summer days when you want to let your feet breathe, there is the boat sandal the Outdrive Cove

This style in synthetic leather includes an engineered heel drainage system to effectively dispel water and the Rock rubber siped sole for maximum grip, while support comes from toe bruising protection and a rubber wrapped sole.
Colours: grey with yellow accents, black with light blue and navy with red accents.
Price £64.99

Available in stores and online www.clarks.co.uk

G-Star Raw spring/summer 2012 mens collection

2012-01-14T10:18:00.000-08:00

Here's a sneak peek at denim specialists G-Star Raw SS12 menswear collection:

Brace yourself for the tough look with Raw Essentials worker cool ice shirt

Here worn underneath Raw sustainable Navy worker jacket and with Raw Essentials Arc loose tapered jeans design in G-Star's signature 3D constructed denim plus a stripe news boy cap.

Or a touch of the varsity in the Raw Sustainable organic seattle v neck sweat cardigan worn with the Raw Sustainable Navy tapered Baron hat.

Taking inspiration from the minimilist uniform of the French Foreign Legion are the Laundry Army pieces:- Work Edmon shirt worn here with Morris low straight pants.

And for the more tailored look go for the Correct Line cruise deconstructed blazer, CL new pleated western shirt and CL courier arc 3D pants.

For those warmer summer days:

Correct line bay shorts worn with CL rens sweater and small trooper belt.

Raw Sustainable Navy 3D loose tapered half pants matched with Raw Sustainable Navy shirt and news boy wool cap.
Available soon online at www.g-star.com

Henry Arlington bowls us over with his colourful Shirts

2012-01-13T12:21:00.000-08:00

Specialist shirtmakers Henry Arlington's new Oval collection is bright and bold pairing vintage Liberty prints with checks and stripes. The tailored fit of the shirt with its mother of pearl buttons (cross lock stitched of course) make these an 'all rounder' to wear with a smart jacket or more casual with a pair of jeans.

The Bright Bold Stripes:

Ayala shirt in hot pink & satsuma with contrasting cooler midnight navy inner collar, cuffs and gusset.
Price £95

If the pink and orange is too hot for you, then there is the Roca shirt in the hazier shades of sky blue and blush pink with just a touch of schocking scarlet at the inner collar, cuffs and gusset.
Price £95

The Mesmerising Checks

Florence shirt in classic royal blue & dashing scarlet geometric block check with scarlet liberty print inner collar, cuffs and gusset.
Price £110

Garbi shirt in blush pink check with sky blue liberty print inner collar, cuffs and gusset.
Price £110

The Liberty Florals

Kew Sky shirt in the sky blue Kew floral Liberty print.
Price £149

All the above are now available online at www.henryarlington.com

But still to come are the dark blue and the pink Liberty florals plus...

....The Liberty Paisley print in pink.

Images provided by Dee Vesali PR

Topman LENs Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

2012-01-12T16:46:00.000-08:00

Topman's LENS embraces another young designer into their fashionable family for their SS12 collection. Award winning British menswear designer Omar Kashoura joins J.W. Anderson, New Power Studio, Dusty, Uniforms for the Dedicated and Dexter Wong for SS12.

Omar’s debut LENS collection includes:

lightwear knits,

pastel preppy zip off collar shirts,

an all over print kimono t-shirt

and formal evening shirts.

J.W. Anderson

Retro Polka dots shirt and matching shorts in navy/light blue

Tribal and geometric print t-shirts and shorts

oxford bag chinos in deep maroon

and fine gauge varsity inspired knitted vests referencing the 1972 Olympics

New Power goes for oversizing

Oversized shirts include fine cord

Photographic prints decorate oversized tees and sweats

Dusty

Dusty goes for a more sporty look and monochrome with black satin shorts

and white mesh hooded sleeveless tracksuit

Uniforms for the Dedicated

Classic Scandinavian utility workwear of plain tees in a soft colour palette and striped mandarin collared short sleeved shirts.

Dextor Wong's collection is based around zip detailing on black jersey and shirting and Hawaiian printed white shirts.(sorry no images)

LENS will be available in the Oxford Circus store Thursday February 16th to coincide with the start of London Fashion Week and will available online www.topman.com , London Selfridges, New York, Chicago and various other worldwide wholesalers.

Images provided by Topman

Smart Casual Winter Jacket - The Pea Coat

2012-01-11T05:28:00.000-08:00

The pea coat is more of a jacket but has been a winter favourite since the 18^th Century when it became the outerwear uniform of the British and Dutch navies. It is thought the name came from the Dutch word ‘pij ‘ which is the name of the coarse cloth the jacket was most commonly made from. In the 20^th century the US navy took a liking to it and also started issuing them as uniform.

The original pea coat style has stood the test of time and has not changed much in design or from the navy colour. The double breast style was for added warmth; the collar and lapels were broad and the sailors would pull them up to protect themselves from the cold sea wind; buttons were large and made of wood or brass and often decorated with anchors , and the style of the pockets were of the slash variety.

J. Crew Bayswater dark navy pea coat has kept close to the original boxy style with its wide lapels, double breasted front, slash pockets and naval anchor design on the buttons.

Fabric: 100% wool. Body lining: 100% cotton. Sleeve lining 100% polyester. Thin padding of 65% olefin and 35% polyester.

Price: £275 available from www.mrporter.com

The navy blue Woolrich Woolen Mills pea coat is padded for extra warmth and has four front pockets: two large patch pockets and two slit pockets higher up –an ideal place to keep your betting slips handy.

Fabric: 85% wool, 15% nylon. Padding 100% polyester

Price: £620 Available from www.mrporter.com

Last year, Topman collaborated with a few talented young designers to give the Pea coat a modern makeover. These new contemporary styles were launched in selected Topman stores and independent boutiques globally.

American menswear designer Tim Hamilton created a shorter version in black with mirrored buttons and a detachable faux leather quilted zip through waistcoat giving an overall chunkier look. The waistcoat provides added warmth on the colder days whilst being detachable makes this jacket more flexible for the warmer days.

Fabric: 57% wool, 30% polyester, 5% viscose, 4% nylon, 4% acrylic

Price: Was £180 now in the sale at £60.

Available online www.topman.com

Burberry Prorsum have added their own sartorial edge with a leather trim, epaulettes and button tabs at the cuffs and waist. Plus they’ve swapped the conservative navy and black for a bold statement red and black plaid. You’re sure to be seen in the crowds.

Fabric: 38% polyester, 23% acrylic, 13% wool, 10% mohair, 10% nylon, 6% rayon.

Price: Was £1955, now in the sale with 50% off at £997.50

Available from www.mrporter.com

And luxury menswear designer Brian Clarke is taking no chances with the cold weather and has used faux fur for his pea coat.

Price £800 and available from his flagship store at 26 Paddington Street, Marylebone, London W1U 5QY, or online www.brianclarkemenswear.com

Calling All Londoners! Eyewear brand m.kenics NEEDS YOU to model their new glasses

2012-01-10T12:50:00.000-08:00

New to the UK, eyewear brand m.kenics would like to show off their glasses against the iconic London landmarks with you dear readers modelling them. All they ask is that you don’t mind having your photos taken and the said photos will be used as future promo material around the world!

Plus you get to keep the actual glasses you model!

m.kenics frames are not welded and have no screws, they are all designed and engineered to slot and fit together. High end materials of titanium and acetate are sourced in Japan where the frames are hand finished. The acetate frames come in a variety of colours with different finishes including glossy, translucent and frosted.

The frames are flexible and super light with the lightest weighing in at just 5g, this makes them really comfortable to wear. But it’s the clever swivel nose pad that is m.kenics USP – self adjusting so the frames fit any nose shape easily with minimal adjustment.

RRP is from £165 and they are now exclusively available from Orb Opticians London

www.m-kenics.co.uk

So if you fancy a free pair of glasses and having your photo taken then just email Siu at siu@eyeternity.co.uk with your mobile or email address and a recent photo.

Keep your photo look quite natural as they are looking for an everyday style to represent the face of m.kenics.

Once they have chosen the people with the right everyday look, they will contact you directly.

The photo shoots will take place within the next two weeks.

H&M Spring 2012 Menswear Collection

2012-01-09T11:48:00.000-08:00

For Spring, H&M are mixing work with play - blending street smart casuals and tailoring with sportswear.

The nautical theme is always a winner for Spring.
Here shown as as the classic blue and white striped jersey top teamed with white trousers and bright red anorak .

The classic short cotton double breasted navy blazer and deck shoes are given a burst of youthful colour by the vivid orange cropped chinos and leather bracelet.

Whilst the cotton seersucker adds texture and gives a cool relaxed tailored look matched with whites.

Key garments are the double breasted blazer, cropped chinos, nautical striped sweater ( all as above) plus the bright orange cropped parka...

... strong coloured tee shirts.....

....and relaxed tailored suiting. Here worn with round sunglasses- one of the key accessories.

Main colour palette is blues, khakis and neutrals...

... with statement splashes of bright yellow....

,...... orange (seen here with another key accesory - the contrast sole brogues), and red.

Some available now from H&M stores and online on ww.hm.com

Matalan Spring/Summer 2012 Menswer Collection

2012-01-08T12:54:00.000-08:00

Matalan's inspiration for their SS12 collection is block colour, festival, minimalistic and the English gentleman. Which one will you go for?

ENGLISH GENTLEMAN

Here Matalan blends traditional style with quirkiness.

Mixing contrasting tones and textures with cropped trousers.

Loose fitting outerwear, casual unlined jackets and two-toned brogues add a late 60s, 70s silhouette- slim, draped and with a touch of romaticism.

FESTIVAL

The laidback look of printed and graphic tees worn with......

.....woven trilbys, espadrilles.....

and cropped coloured chinos or knee length shorts evoke that summer feeling.

MINIMAL

Easy elegance with casual shirts buttoned up right to the neck teamed with structured fitting trousers.

The colour palette is classic tonal hues with a splash of soft red berry tones.

COLOUR BLOCK

This range is all about vibrant and strong colours. T-shirts are striped.

Cropped chinos are in acid yellow, emerald green and pillar box red.

Teamed with bright canvas pumps.

Available soon online www.matalan.co.uk

G-Star Raw by Marc Newson Spring/Summer 2012 Collection

2012-01-07T13:24:00.000-08:00

Leading designer, Marc Newson has been collaborating with G-Star Raw since 2003, bringing industrial design techniques to leisure wear. And this season is no different.

Here we see white rubberized dots gracing elbows to ensure they don't wear out and on jeans cuffs to ensure your trainers stay white and the cuffs don't fray.

And also on pockets of tees and knees of jogging bottoms. Not sure why you need them on pockets but hey it makes a great contrast on this black tee.

He takes inspiration from army camouflage for this infra camo sweat,. Worn here with 5 pocket denims.

And even gives his signature Walking Star a camouflage feel with this multi walking star design. Worn here with the sneaker saver jeans.

And the camouflage look carries on with these multi walking stars swimshorts. Worn with an elbow saver hooded sweat with the walking star logo.

Complete the military style with army pants and multi walking star hooded sweat.

Or go for the army jacket and infra camo swimshorts. Notice the little walking star logo on the jacket pocket.

But if you're a lone star then there is the jumbo walking star tee.....

.... the vacuum walking star tee....

... and the walking star outline tee.
The collection's colour palette is mainly neautrals with a splash of orange:

Orange walking star outline sweat

Orange tee with walking star pocket. Worn with sneaker saver jeans.
Available soon on www.g-star.com .

Images provided by Modus PR

Sherlock Style Shines at M&S

2012-01-06T14:55:00.000-08:00

With the sequel, ‘Sherlock Holmes: A Game of Shadows’, directed by Guy Ritchie and featuring Jude Law and Robert Downey Jr, a smash box office over the festive season, it's all about tweed, three-piece suiting, top hats and trench coats.

M&S take these classic looks and adds a modern twist, with the Yorkshire tweed overcoat.......

Above image:

Blue Harbour coat £199, Blue Harbour jumper £32, Blue Harbour shirt £35, Tie £12, Blue Harbour cords £39.50, Cashmere scarf £39.50, Gloves £16

........immaculate tuxedos .......

Above image: Sartorial tuxedo £229, Sartorial dress shirt £45, Bow tie £9.50, Pocket square £10

....... and the new season trench in a stylish colour palette of caramel, chocolate, marl and beige – the ideal look for the transition between seasons.

Autograph trench coat £119, Autograph polo shirt £27.50, Chinos £35

Available from www.marksandspencer.com

Oliver Sweeney inspired by Ben Helfgott, the British Olympic Weightlifting Legend

2012-01-06T06:51:00.000-08:00

It's the year of the British Olympics and many brands are showing their support.
Footwear brand Oliver Sweeney thought it would be great to keep it in the 'family' and took inspiration from the British Olympic legend Ben Helfgott's vintage weightlifting boots. One of Ben's sons, Maurice, is part of the team responsible for the day to day running of Sweeney.

The first is 'Ben' - an ankle boot in calf leather with a calf lining and micro rubber sole.
Made in the blake rapid construction method, it carries the white reinforcing stitches of the original boot which makes a striking statement. The robust laces are braided and waxed.
Price £350

The second is the 'Helfgott' - a low boot in calf with a calf lining and leather sole.
The sturdy strap was designed on the origianl boot to prevent the lifter's foot from sliding in the boot. Still giving some support, the strap now adds a sartorial style to the look..

Price £350
Available in selected Oliver Sweeney stores and online at www.oliversweeney.com

Ben Helfgott
Born in Poland on 22 November 1929, Ben survived the Holocaust, although almost all of his family did not. He came to England in a party of 700 orphans after the war, when he was barely 16 years old. While he built a successful business career, he also excelled at weightlifting. He was good enough to represent Great Britain at the sport in the 1956 Melbourne Summer Olympics, where he captained the British weightlifting team, repeating this at the Rome Summer Olympics four years later. Now aged over 80, this remarkable man still lifts weights every day. When he was a guest on Radio 4’s Desert Island Discs on 1 April 2007 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/radio4/features/desert-island-discs/castaway/c014b692#b007763z) he chose a weightlifting bar with two discs as his “luxury” to take to the island.

Ben Helfgott approves of Oliver Sweeney's interpretation of his sporting heritage.

Versace for H&M Mens Cruise Collection

2012-01-04T06:37:00.000-08:00

After the queues and rush for the first collection of Versace for H&M collection last year, you'll be happy to hear Donatella Versace has created a brand new cruise collection that will be available from 19th January 2012. however this will only be available as an H&M online exclusive.

The collection is designed as a holiday capsule wardrobe that’s also an instant style update for spring.

The focus is on fashion classics like this pleat front chinos in cotton, shirt and cardigan.

Plus the more casual look of jeans, tee shirts and denim shirts.

And not forgetting the iconic Versace Greek logo

So make a note of the date, 19 January - you may not have to queue but you still will have to be early online to catch this collection.

www.hm.com

Images provided by H&M

A New Year - A New Place to Shop- Brian Clarke's New Flagship Store

2012-01-01T05:00:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year!

Have you made a New Year Sartorial Resolution?

Then check out luxury menswear designer Brain Clarke’s new flagship boutique just off Marylebone High Street for your new sartorial shopping spree. Here you will see high quality tailoring using cloth produced by the mills in Scotland and Italy whilst Clarke takes the classic heritage look and adds his own contemporary touch.

For his SS12 collection he takes his inspiration from the nineteenth century young academics:

A softer modern bib front on Clarke’s shirts emulates the traditional starched shirt fronts, and the high standing rounded collars the look that was so popular in mid 1800 Eton College.

Tan leather brogues are given a twist with off centre lacing and the Regatta blazer is available in double as well as the traditional single breasted.

For the present colder winter months he updates two traditional coat styles:

The classic rugged pea coat shows its softer side with faux fur. Price £800. And the sheepskin coat‘s cheeky ‘Delboy’ reputation is replaced with an edgy and trendier look by Clarke’s design of a slimmer fit, unfinished edges, double breasted and detachable hood.

Loving his cosy sheepskin aviator jacket at the hot price of £1,200

Clarke’s new boutique also provides in-store bespoke tailoring.

Address: 26 Paddington Street, Marylebone, W1U 5QY.

www.brianclarkemenswear.com

British Rock Royalty Desert Boots by Clarks Originals - The Black White Check Boot

2011-12-28T04:07:00.000-08:00

Clark Originals have designed four Special Edition Desert Boots which are inspired by four defining moments in the story of music. We've already given you the Red Desert Boot inspired by Sergeant Pepper and 60s psychedelia.: http://mensstyling.blogspot.com/2011/12/british-rock-royalty-desert-boots-by.html

Now it's the turn of the 'Specials' celebrating the melting pot movement in the 1980's when vintage ska, rocksteady and reggae collided with punk and pop.

The soft suede is decorated with an iconic black and white checked design and is finished with the signature crepe sole.

Every pair has a special fob featuring Clark's Rock Royalty crest.(for this boot it's the left crest)
Available now on www.clarks.co.uk at £89

Mr Porter Does Xmas in Velvet Slipper Shoes

2011-12-24T01:53:00.000-08:00

Mr Porter, the sartorial online store for the fashionable man, is slipping into something more comfortable with their dapper velvet slipper shoes:

Alexander McQueen – Embroidered Velvet Slippers.

For a touch of Goth, go for McQueen’s black velvet slippers which are embroidered with a golden skull on the front. These outdoor slippers are piped in grosgrain ribbon and have a leather lining and sole.

Price £325

Jimmy Choo – Paisley Patterned Loafer

For the more flamboyant who like to make a statement.

This loafer has a patent leather piping, leather sole and midsole. The jewel toned velvet print is paisley but look closely and you’ll see James Bondesque female silhouettes dancing around the pattern.

Price £495

Dolce & Gabanna – the Classic Velvet Shoe

For those of you who prefer lace ups, Dolce& Gabanna have a velvet derby shoe with leather interior and soles. Less ostentatious than the velvet slipper but definitely still a Prince of a shoe with its understated elegant look.

Price £350 Available in black only.

All available from www.mrporter.com

The Plush Velvet Slipper Shoe

2011-12-23T00:59:00.000-08:00

Cinderella may have opted for style over comfort when she chose her glass slippers. But Prince Charming was smart enough to opt for both when he chose the velvet slipper.
But when we say ‘velvet slipper’ we don’t mean the common or garden house slipper. We mean those you can wear to add a touch of the debonair to a casual outfit or to complete your already dapper look.

Herring shoes – the Monarch
Looking quite regal with their hand embroidered golden Herring Crest; these Monarch slippers are acceptable footwear for wearing with dinner jackets at home or at ones club. But also would look great with a pair of jeans or coloured chinos. With six colours to choose from you could match or contrast with your coloured chinos.
Colours are black, purple, green, red, brown and navy.
The sole and heels are leather. Price £135 Available online from www.herringshoes.co.uk

Angelo Galasso – the Velvet Loafer
Definitely made to be worn outside. Galasso has a few designs for his velvet loafer ranging from the more classic black pair with golden embroidered initials on the front....

....to the more ostentatious china blue pair with its contrasting red rope tassels and AG monogram. The velvet is the same, made from a luxurious blend of silk and cotton.
Price £750 from www.angelogalasso.com or his boutique store at
8-10 Hans Road, London SW3 1RX. Tel: 020 7584 3978