the Style Guide

WHERE DID THEY COME FROM? Modern brogues originated in Scotland and Ireland, where countrymen would make small perforations in their leather shoes to allow water to drain through when walking in wetlands. We wouldn't suggest trudging t…

The first thing you need to know about men’s boots, other than which foot goes where, is that they’re not all created equal. Certain boots work better for certain occasions. Take your humble desert boot: great for the lo…

Guys have been confused by ‘smart casual’ ever since couples started putting it on engagement party invites. Which is fair enough. There’s kind of a contradiction there, right? How can something be both smart and ca…

Good on you! You've landed on this page, and unless you are very lost, you are ready to polish up a pair of leather shoes. It's one of those tasks that always gets pushed to the bottom of the to-do list, but we promise your shoes wil…

Whether you are travelling for business, leisure or simply heading away for the perfect weekend getaway, a trusty bag is an essential staple accessory piece in any man's arsenal; nothing makes more of a statement than a man with a stro…

The leather belt, a member of the accessory family, is often an after-thought purchase (if even considered at all). As much as the belt is functional, it is ultimat…