Stylenerds

Etre Autumn/Winter 2012

2012-11-07T13:27:42Z

Utilitarian, British brand Etre have released their latest products to keep you warm in the coming months. In great British tradition, the materials consist of high quality wools (worsted, Melton, cashmere etc) and supreme craftsmanship.

Head over to Etre now to see more.

Common Projects on Sale @ Marrkt

2012-11-06T18:24:41Z

Huge discounts over at Marrkt on a selected range of Common Project footwear. What are you waiting for?

Visit Marrkt now

Brioni Tuxedo

2012-11-06T13:06:09Z

Dazzling in 100% midnight blue wool, the Brioni tux is an instant classic and has been created especially for Mr Porter. It’s trimmed in silk grosgrain as opposed to the standard silk, which is the mark of high-end formal wear.

Check it out at Mr Porter

New “male fashionista”? It’s just a continued trend.

2012-11-06T12:59:27Z

Menswear has continued to go from strength to strength in recent years and we even reported some time ago on how the menswear industry was ‘recession-proof’; designers from every angle have attempted in some way to delve into the men’s fashion market to help diversify and maintain/increase profits from this growing sector.

Even on the high street, staples such as H&M, Topshop, All Saints and Zara have all seen an increase in floorspace to accommodate more products for men and the latest examples of Burberry and Christian Louboutin opening dedicated menswear stores really show just how far this trend has come.

But it is interesting to see The Guardian finally getting up to speed with their latest blog post… You have to love the press.

The Guardian – The new male fashionista

Meermin: quality handmade footwear on a shoestring.

2012-11-01T10:20:46Z

Supposedly from different parts of the same family, there are similarities between Meermin and Carmina – another Mallorca-based Spanish shoemaker – but the former is breaking new ground by offering shoes of a distinctive quality at prices that offer incredible value.

A pair of their ‘standard’ range of bench-made shoes start at just EUR 160. They also offer a fully bespoke service at competitive prices, in case you were looking for somewhere to buy that extra special pair. Reviews appear to be very favourable across the board, although some have experienced issues with quality control.

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Morris of Sweden

2012-10-30T15:33:46Z

I stumbled across this brand last year whilst perusing the wares in Stockholm and was utterly gutted to find that they have no plans to open stores in the UK!

The brand offers a similar preppy style to the likes of Jack Wills and Ralph Lauren Polo, but with their own trademark Scandinavian flare. Pricing is fairly similar to those other brands too.

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J.Fitzpatrick – Shoe Range from The Shoe Snob

2012-10-17T16:04:00Z

The Shoe Snob of No.1 Savile Row is finally launching his own range of footwear, after years of dedication to the cause.

Better known as the specialist shoe shiner from the Gieves and Hawkes flagship store, Justin has been showing off his unique trade whilst slaving away behind the scenes to get started on his own.

Named J.Fitzpatrick – after himself – we are excited to see and try the collection.

De Niro wears Ermenegildo Zegna

2012-10-17T15:09:13Z

In his latest movie coming to cinemas in Madrid on 1st March, De Niro stars alongside Sigourney Weaver as a world-reknowned psychic in “Red Lights”. The film has received less than rave reviews thus far, but at least Robert De Niro shows that his screen presence isn’t waning by dressing head to toe in made-to-measure from Ermenegildo Zegna (Su Misura) and adds to the list of celebs sporting the top-end brand of sartorial goodness including the Jonas Brothers and George Clooney.

Ermenegildo Zegna are steeped in heritage and produce fine fabrics from their own mills, which are considered to be among the finest quality across the planet. Ready to wear available in their flagship stores are available from around £1,200.

If you want to look as good as De Niro et al, then head over to the Su Misura site now to book an appointment. Going Su Misura will cost you in the region of 15-20% more than the equivalent RTW prices, which will depend on customisations including fabric, buttons etc.

Their Fall/Winter collection 50%-reduction Sale is coming to an end too, so check out what’s left here before it’s gone.

Valentine’s Day Survival Guide from Mr Porter

2012-10-17T15:13:33Z

Ok, blah blah – we know we have been terrible at updating the site but thought this snippet was worth sharing. Although it’s a bit late in the day for us Brits who should already be knees-deep in Valentine’s heaven or hell right at this very moment, those of you across the pond still have time to get things right.

Seeing as you’re probably either at dinner now or preparing that last minute booking (men tend not to plan well in advance, apparently) we have item number three below for you:

3. Restaurants. Eateries advertising special Valentine menus are to be avoided at all costs. Not only will you find yourself in a dining space filled with couples all looking around to see if those on neighbouring tables are having a better time/look more in love/are more attractive, you’ll invariably be forced to pay over the odds, thanks in part to the over-priced single red rose in a slender transparent plastic cylinder you’ll be duped into purchasing before you leave.

Enjoy your evening Stylenerds and we wish you all the best. Happy Valentine’s Day.

Head over to Mr. Porter now and check out the rest of their guide.

50% off shoes at ASOS + 25% off brands [ends 8am 12/12]

2012-10-17T14:13:56Z

Sorry for the late notice on this piece of news, but it’s still highly noteworthy; ASOS have a flash sale on all shoes until 12/12 (that’s tomorrow!) at 8am, so get your fingers on mice and start ordering a bargain for yourself as it isn’t often such a good discount is to be had on branded footwear. It appears that stock is moving quickly, so you will need to be quick to grab the best of what’s left.

Our pick is the KG by Kurt Geiger Crepe Sole Suede Shoe in green – an ideal colour-block shoe to complete your Christmas outfit.

Price: £52.50 (reduced from £105) Shop the 50% off shoes sale now.

8am tomorrow also coincides with the end of the brands sale, which has up to 25% off many branded lines.

Shop the 25% off brands sale now.