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Menswear in Spring time is a high point in every sartorialist’s calendar. It’s one of the few times where the less confident among us can explore the realms of sprezzetura without an iota of self-consciousness. While surfing my usual favourite web spots, I came across a well curated collection of spring summer 2013 looks that […]
March 28, 2013
We all know that the well dressed man is back but what exactly makes him “well dressed”- is he perennially in top hat and coat tails? Obviously not. Dressing well is about projecting your personal sense of style and good taste rather than lumping a collection of blazers, shirts and trousers and calling it a look- It’s […]
March 18, 2013
Men’s smart casual is a tripwire laden subject in this era of blazer and shorts ensembles. Previously, Mango HE SS12 provided good examples for smart casual dressing; but recently, I got to learn of a Korean men’s outfitter by the name of Comodo Square. There’s little information on them but when it comes to menswear, […]
March 7, 2013
There’s one scene that will perpetually tickle my funny bone- Derek Zoolander “fashionably mining” in the coal pits. But still, it struck a chord with me- the age of the form-obsessed metrosexual is dead, long live the alpha male. All monsieurs should possess both form AND function, there’s something to be admired about the well dressed […]
March 1, 2013
Pocket square matching is a minefield laden exercise to the unaccustomed- this is in part, no thanks to departmental stores like Myers and David Jones, pushing matching tie and pochette sets to mass consumers. Otherwise known as the handkerchief, this humble square of silk, cotton, linen or occasionally wool, brings panache to an otherwise simple ensemble. While […]
February 28, 2013
In case you’ve been on a secret mission sans internet in North Korea, Lino Leluzzi is one man you need to know. He defines sprezzatura. In fact, if sprezzatura was personified, it would take the form of this Italian dandy. Owner of menswear boutique Al Bazar, Lino has been photographed, tumblred and now probably pinterested […]
February 27, 2013
SuitSupply SS 2013 “If one can’t raise one’s hands above one’s head, it tends to inhibit any impulsive acts of surrender.” – Guy Singer, Tailor-Conman, The Bank Job I did an extensive review of SuitSupply for The Rake months ago- as far as I’m concerned, these guys offer fine suits with luxurious fabrics from loro […]
January 19, 2013
It’s been raining for the last 24 hours where I live (Singapore). Not wanting to ruin my suede slippers or loafers, I started to make a mental shortlist of stylish boots for work– Alas, I have only one pair, blue houndstooth check Timberlands- they might do the trick for monday but not for the long […]
November 27, 2012
I recently got wind of this little site named: A Suit that Fits. They’re an online tailored suit service similar to Indochino but offering tons more customisation and catering to women as well. I don’t really want to get into rehashing the tired benefits of getting your suits made to measure but I do want to give […]
November 7, 2012
Hats and hat wearing are a pretty contentious topic composed of a polarised gentry of dandy types and at the other end of the spectrum, those that believe hat wearing is for douchey show-offs. Hats: An Explainer Beginning as a ceremonial garment and then evolving as a protective device against inclement weather, hats served a […]
The Monsieur 
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