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Rotary x Protate Cancer UK '1IN4' Wristwatch

I had no idea until very recently that 1 in 4 black men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, and more than 11,500 men die from prostate cancer in the UK each year – that's one man every 45 minutes!

Monk Straps: The Cinderella of Shoes?

Monk strap shoes tend to be overlooked in favour of oxford, derbies, sneakers and loafers, but they offer both comfort and style and are worth your consideration when next buying shoes for casual or formal use.

The Rules of Style & Buttoning Your Waistcoat

From time to time people contact me to complain about one or other aspect of a look that I've posted on Instagram. The last I received ticked me off for wearing a cardigan with the bottom button done up; and I suspect they were serious. This got me thinking generally about the 'rules' of style.

Collected Articles on Style for Older Men

The New Land Rover Defender After Two Years

I've been the owner of the new

Ralph Lauren Autumn Winter '22: Honouring Roots and British Style

For Autumn/Winter 2022

Evelyn Waugh: The Comfort and Style of a Tweed Suit

The Italian word 'sprezzatura' perfectly describes that rather dishevelled but Oh-so-English look of a well-used tweed suit, as worn with such aplomb by so many men in the early half of the twentieth century. I came across the image below of author Evelyn Waugh which perfectly illustrates that casual, crumpled and unselfconscious English style. How can we emulate that comfortable tweedy appearance today?

Marwood: Quality and Style

It's been a while since I caught up with

Bell & Ross BR V2-92: A Practical and Versatile Watch

I always enjoy trying a watch brand I haven't worn before. I've known and admired

Charles William Alexander: Well-Engineered Pyjamas

Charles William Alexander

From Formal to Casual With Denim & Chambray Shirts

The suit has had a hard time over the two or three years, with many forecasting its demise. My own view (link below) is that the suit survives, albeit in a modified form and here setbacks provide opportunities. Select the right shirt and you can change a suit's look to make it more versatile, as I show

Peper Harow Socks: A Seasonal Gift Offer To Readers (Sponsored)

British sock makers,

Heron's Ghyll: British-Made Tailored Elegance

Tusting x Grey Fox - A Backpack Collaboration

I'm delighted to announce another collaboration with one of my favourite British brands.

Grenson Shoes: British Made

Colhays: British Made Knitwear

Book Review: The Rebel's Wardrobe pub. by Gestalten

To while away the long winter nights, I recommend reading

Grey Fox x Cordings of Piccadilly - A Collaboration

It's an absolute delight for me to announce a collaboration with classic British brand,

Dress Codes: What is Cocktail Attire?

Over the last few years the party dress codes of 'black tie', 'lounge suit' or 'smart casual' have been joined by

Karen Henriksen: British-Made Hats With a Twist

Over the years I've found myself wearing hats more and more. This may be partly to take advantage of their protection as my hair thins, but, more so, because a hat is such a vital part of the personal style equation. Whether a trilby, cap, beanie, hood or sou'wester, a hat adds character to a look as well as being highly practical at keeping off the sun or rain.

Ten Ways to Personal Style: Sarah Gilfillan of Sartoria Lab

Thankfully we all have a very personal styles and no two of us have identical tastes or wear the same clothes. In this feature we further explore the theme of style with the help of a great friend, personal stylist Sarah Gilfillan (link to her website below) who has advised me often on finer points of menswear style.