DUNHILL AW14
DUNHILL AW14
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What would you say is the right length to have your trousers taken up? Joe from Somerset I think generally it’s down to personal preference, Joe. However the ‘rule’ is that they sit just on top of your shoe with a small crease at the front and completely straight down at the back, falling over your shoe (at the back) about half way up without touching your heel, or worse, the floor. However for me it depends on the cut of the trouser, more classic and I’d follow that rule but I prefer my trousers slimmer or tapered through the leg and with this I think it looks good just above the shoe or just kissing the top of the shoe without a crease. That way you can show a flash of colour or pattern with your sock choice!
Trainers with a suit. Thoughts? Ty from Merseyside I’m a big fan, and it’s a growing trend at the moment Ty. I was recently in Hardy Amies (who’s founder has written several style bibles every gent should read) and every suited mannequin was teamed with a pair of new balance kicks, as was the guy working in the store. It’s been 23
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spotted a lot at fashion weeks all over the globe, particularly here in Blighty and a good friend of mine has been rocking it almost religiously. However I would vitally stress it’s down to cut and style of the suit and the trainer or else you’re in danger of looking like one of London’s suit’s who were their awful gym shoes with their ill fitting suit on their
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Noose & Monkey Camel Coat: £180.00
5 WAYS TO WEAR THE CAMEL COAT
1) Double Denim
You don’t have to fear double denim gents; if put together correctly it can form a cool look that is worth the perceived risk. Pair the camel coat with dark denim selvage indigo jeans with a light wash denim jacket, so the combination isn’t too like-for-like and resembling one of the brothers from 80s boy band Bros. The camel colour works perfectly with the shades of denim blue. To give the look a bit of added bite we’ve gone for the classic redwing boot and a herringbone baker boy hat. 40
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2) Suited & Booted
The camel coat is extremely versatile and works with most colours which means it’s a great choice of coat If your planning on wearing it with a suit for most of the week. Whether your suit is grey, navy or charcoal the camel coat works fantastically with them all. We’ve gone for a grey three-piece suit with formal shirt and a slim tie. Also with your formal footwear choose either a black, brown or oxblood pair of shoes. Be careful if your pairing a tan pair of shoes like a brogue. Depending on how deep the tan colour is it might not pair to well with the camel coat.
3) Winter Layering
Layering is a great way to wrap up during winter and look stylish doing it. We’ve gone for a plaid tartan button down with a cream thick knit jumper. The cream and camel work as a complementing combination and the tartan gives the pop of colour. We’ve gone for a light wash denim, a jean that always has a few reservations but the light blue colour works perfectly in-sync with the camel and cream combo. To inject a stronger colour we’ve accessorised with the burgundy wool hat and finished the look off with the Stan Smith sneaker.
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2) Your known as one of Britain’s most stylish men. How would describe your own personal style? I think it’s quite traditional with a contemporary feel.
3) As someone that a lot of guys look to for inspiration when it comes to style what three pieces should all guys have in their wardrobe? A good three-piece suit is great to have as you can separate the pieces and wear them in different ways. Every man must have a good pair of brown shoes, they finish any outfit perfectly, and of course a really good quality, crisp white shirt.
4) Who is your style icon past or present? Hollywood old school style is very iconic to me people like Cary Grant, Paul Newman etc.
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GROOMING RESOLUTIONS FOR 2015
As the new year is looming many of us start to think about the type of person we would like to become and the ways we can improve ones self. The obvious choices for many, are to get in shape and lose some weight or for those that smoke vowing to give up the cigarettes in a bid to become healthier and happier.
Now we can’t force you to get up and into the gym or to put down the cigarette but we can ease you into the idea that a few small grooming changes will go a long way to improving your appearance. Below are the top 5 grooming resolutions you can begin making come January 1st. There’s no need to take them all on from the get go but start with one and by December all five will be completely natural.
1. Moisturise Daily If you only pick up one of these grooming Ideally we would suggest moisturresolutions make this it. It’s surprising how ising twice a day, just like brushmany men still refuse to moisturise daily. ing your teeth. One when you are getting ready in the morning folNot only does moisturising daily keep the lowing your shower and the other skin supple and healthy it’s also a bit of in the evening before bed. The an insurance policy against early wrinkles second is more important than you and dry skin which will make you appear might believe as the skin absorbs much older than you actually are. moisture better as you sleep. 53
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IN CONVERSATION WITH FABIO ATTANASIO
Former Law Student of Bocconi University and style icon in the men’s fashion blogging world is Italian journalist Fabio Attanasio of ‘The Bespoke Dudes’. Fabio never fails to impress in his signature bespoke tailoring, oozing sprezzatura and charm. MFM caught up with the down-to-earth young Italian male. Discussing his day to day life, his success story and his views on the fine art of tailoring.
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For those who may not know, tell us what it is you do day to day‌ I actually do a lot of things; fortunately they’re all related to my passion for bespoke tailoring and craftsmanship. I keep updating the blog whenever I find a true artisan or business with a story that is worth mentioning. I do consultancy for brands and private investors, whilst work as a contributor for GQ Italy (where I have a column), Fashion Illustrated, Arbiter and some Russian magazines such as Vedomosti and RBC Daily. I recently launched an eyewear collection of Italian hand-made glasses available on www.thebespokedudeseyewear.com. Soon I will also launch a small collection of hand-made shoes designed by me from the sketch to the leathers and details.
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