A Cut Above
This month, Ian Harrold considers the importance of men holding other men accountable and, of course, that Gillette advert Words by Ian HARROLD So you might have noticed a little bit of upset around Gillette’s latest advert. In one fell swoop it
Tailored Thoughts On: The Pitti Uomo Man
This month, Huntsman Cutter and resident Essential Journal columnist, Matthew Gonzalez, ponders the parading peacocks of Pitti Words by Matthew GONZALEZ January has come and gone, which means one thing in the world of international menswear: Pitti Uomo is finally behind us.
One Thing Done Well: La Paz
Our series of brands doing one item especially well continues this month with the La Paz Baptista worker jacket Words by Will HALBERT Picture the scene: You’re walking through the coastal city of Porto. At your feet is the salt-licked and sand
Sarto Luxury Tailoring
We catch up with Konstantinos Xenos & Andreas Doukanaris to discuss their thoughts on the ground covered so far and the long road ahead Words by Will HALBERT The Story so Far Last year, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Konstantinos
Books of the Month
From razor sharp dissections of religious doctrine, to chilling descriptions of nuclear disaster, here’s our round up of books for the month ahead Words by Will HALBERT The Four Horsemenby Christopher Hitchens, Richard Dawkins, Sam Harris, & Daniel Dennett By turns erudite and
Issue 42 – Pitti
‘You can never be overdressed or overeducated.’ - Oscar Wilde I mean no great disrespect to the late, great Oscar Wilde. After all, he’s a literary figure so comically pervasive that he’s just as famous for all the stuff he never
Coffee and Counsel with Adonis Michael
Demystifying the common myths of medicinal marijuana over coffee with Michael Rose & Baylis director, Adonis Michael Words by Adonis MICHAEL What is the difference between THC and CBD? Do you know your Rick Simpson from your Hash? Your Cannabis from your
International Superhits
As HMV once again waves the white flag from the high street, we speak with Matt Parsons of international record label, Ditto Music, to learn how he and his brother, Lee, went from disillusioned musicians to worldwide chart toppers Interview by
Coffee & Counsel with Adonis Michael
Reflecting on the evolution of the modern office over coffee with Michael Rose & Baylis director, Adonis Michael Words by Adonis MICHAEL Picture the scene, an oxblood chesterfield armchair sits behind a green leather top desk surrounded by dark panel wood furniture.
Architectural Thoughts on Parasitic Architecture
This month our resident architecture columnist, Róisín considers the untapped potential of Parasitic architecture Words by Róisín HANLON Parasitic architecture is one of the most informal types of architecture. Sometimes playful, sometimes political, it can be used as a way of hacking the
A Centenary of Counter-Culture
Discarded by high school students in favour of a daydream, we revisit an art & design teachers pin-up as it celebrates its centenary Words by Thomas SUMNER Bauhaus. Probably a vague high school memory for most, but the 1920s German institution is
A Handsome Hotel: The InterContinental Bordeaux
Words by Ralph CANIS Boasting lavish, five star luxury in the very heart of Bordeaux, The InterContinental is a phoenix-like tour de force to be reckoned with. Originally built in 1789, the building itself was instrumental in Bordeaux’s UNESCO world heritage
To Kill a Mockingbird
We sit down with Seedlip founder, Ben Branson, to discuss the death of the mocktail and the rise of alcohol free spirits Words by Will HALBERT First off, tell us a little about yourself and your backgroundMy name is Ben Branson, I’m
At the Pass with Tommy Banks
In the first installment of his monthly column, Tommy Banks, chef & owner of Roots (York) and Michelin Starred The Black Swan at Oldstead, considers the complexities of starting the year off "properly" Words by Tommy Banks Let me just start by
The Recipe: Mackerel, Rhubarb, Bay Leaf
Compliments of A Very Serious Cookbook by Contra Wildair (Phaidon) We use fruit a lot in savory applications, especially if it’s in season and not being used for desserts. It’s sweet, yeah, but really I like fruit in savory applications for
Drinking with Gridiron
From its open-flame, live-fire grill, to its seasonally-minded, ethically-sourced food menu, there’s a lot to love about Gridiron by Como. The bar’s cocktail offerings are no exception. Balancing lofty sophistication with offhanded cool, drinking with Gridiron offers an experience far
High Spirits
Dawn Davies, Master of Wine and head buyer for The Whisky Exchange, gives us the lowdown on what’s set to trend in 2019 Words by Dawn DAVIES MEZCALDespite its popularity behind the bar for some years as a bartender’s favourite, mezcal hasn’t yet
Making a Statement with David M Robinson
A foolproof guide to getting that special something for that special someone this Valentine’s Day Words by Will HALBERT Rolex Datejust 36 in Yellow Rolesor. Selected by Chinda Jim DMR Manchester. Price £15,400. “A stylish combination of 18ct yellow gold and Oyster steel.
A Cut Above
This month, Ian Harrold ponders the importance of a skincare regime that lasts longer than your New Year’s resolutions Words by Ian HARROLD It’s a time honoured tradition: You’re little over a week into the New Year; the seemingly endless, end-of-year binge drinking has
Tailored Thoughts on Streetwear
Being a Savile Row tailor, I am not going to pretend to be an authority on streetwear. However, as a craftsman and an observer of men’s style I believe I can legitimately ask the following; Has streetwear lost its soul? Words