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Dress: smart casual. No three words have caused as much consternation as those found on countless invite cards. Also called business casual or dressed down, the death of the regular Mad Men 9-to-5 suit has left many sartorially clueless at what to wear for work and play- This Monsieur’s guide to Men’s Smart Casual would […]
June 6, 2012
Some might consider preppy dress style a departure for a classic gentleman but if you think about it, most monsieurs (author included) spent their formative years in catholic schools; decked out in green blazers and green & white striped ties. That scholarly upbringing with an emphasis on culture has created a breed of men best […]
June 2, 2012
Being based in Melbourne Australia exposes you to a host of great Australian Designers- Graz Mulcahy of Graz sunglasses fame is one of them. It’s not just another design marque for sunglasses, Graz just happens to do bespoke eyewear. More importantly, the label isn’t plastered all over their productions- this small label sans fancy logos creates […]
May 17, 2012
A while back, when I was writing for a certain men’s magazine, I was called and instructed by Rolex to pull a story; as an independent media owner writer now, I have no such restrictions and this is a story I find important enough to talk about: Customised Rolex Watches. For the last few issues I’ve […]
May 15, 2012
It’s only been a short 2 years but Ovadia & Sons have not only captured my attention with their tradition adhering suit collections since Spring Summer 2011 but also the acclaim from peers and media alike for their detailed, well cut, high end suiting. The Brooklyn brothers Shimon and Ariel haven’t had the marketing guile […]
May 14, 2012
Age is catching up with me; fortunately, this newfound maturity also means a new outlook towards spending less but paying more for quality. I spoke with Eric Heins of Corter Bags recently and I’ve come to admire craftsman more and more, preferring the bespoke lifestyle over mass production. And while almost all of your wardrobe can […]
May 13, 2012
In this US-Euro-Anglo-centric world, I’m often pretty surprised when brands like Burberry save the good stuff for Asia. Burberry Black Label’s Spring Summer 2012 collection for men is a combination of fashion forward cuts combined with classic looks- all in all, making this season’s offering one of the sharpest (because of the slim cutting) this […]
May 10, 2012
Handcrafted goods- some consider it as unnecessary expense; I consider it a luxe investment. Truth is, with anything bespoke, what you are paying for is the quality that not only lasts but exudes classic elegance. Fact is, you could spend thousands trying to stay ahead of the fashion curve, but a real Monsieur realizes the […]
April 8, 2012
I’m making a list of what to pack for my 2 week trip back to Singapore and I thought it might be worth a write up to clear up some travel misconceptions. It’s a common misunderstanding that travel involves comfortable clothing sans elegance and expression. This couldn’t be further away from the truth; fact is, […]
April 3, 2012
So I’ve been on a fairly long hiatus. What was it? Two weeks three? That’s because I’ve been shifting to a new apartment within eclectic suburb Prahran. Then of course, there’s the inevitable discussion on whether furniture would fit the new wood floorings of the unit. Like a well made suit, stylish furnishings nourish the […]
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