Review: A Tempo Rubato V-neck sweater

November 18, 2022.Reading time 10 minutes.

A Tempo Rubato Standard V Neck Lambswool Sweater in Verdant - Review

Rubato’s take on the V neck sweater was a hit that launched the brand into the menswear niche’s lexicon. Three years on, this core offering is as good as ever.

The Armoury Model 7 sport coat review

October 19, 2022.Reading time 9 minutes.

The Armoury x Ring Jacket Model 7 sport coat review

My thoughts on an excellent sport coat made in Japan by Ring Jacket, for menswear retailer The Armoury.

Review: Private White VC tracksuit

September 14, 2022.Reading time 9 minutes.

Private White VC tracksuit review - Eden Hoodie and Crew Sweatpants

Tailored suits might be my everyday go-to, but a good tracksuit is a life essential. I recently replaced my old worn out ones with a new tracksuit from the excellent UK brand Private White V.C.; these are my thoughts on it.

How to get the most out of an orphaned suit jacket

August 23, 2022.Reading time 10 minutes.

How to wear an orphaned suit jacket - tailored menswear, style and fashion

Wanting to get more use out of your suit jackets, or perhaps your trousers wore out and you don’t want to let go of the jacket yet? This is how I style orphaned suit jackets, without them looking like an orphaned jacket.

Senszio online custom tailoring review: excellent results from the comfort of home

July 29, 2022.Reading time 18 minutes.

My experience with an entirely online order for a suit from Senszio, travelling tailors who nailed the fit on a beautiful suit.

SJC / Cathcart London spearpoint shirts: a rare collar at an attractive price

July 15, 2022.Reading time 9 minutes.

SJC Cathcart London spearpoint collar shirt review

I tried out and assessed two different spearpoint collar shirts from Cathcart London.

Reviewed: The Ariat Heritage Western R-toe boots are worth every dollar

June 16, 2022.Reading time 10 minutes.

Worth your while: Ariat Heritage Western R-Toe Boots review

My experience with the Ariat Heritage Western R-Toe cowboy boots, an excellent value traditional western boot.

Q&A: What makes tweed itchy (or not)

May 7, 2022.Reading time 6 minutes.

A common misconception about tweed is that it’s always scratchy; traditionally abrasive against bare skin, conventional knowledge often stipulates that tweed should only be worn as a jacket and with collared shirts lest the wearer run the gauntlet of discomfort. While many tweeds – particularly the more rustic in character – are slightly abrasive, this isn’t true for all of them.