The charcoal grey suit is a timeless wardrobe staple, celebrated for its versatility and sophistication. Whether you’re dressing for a high-stakes business meeting, a formal wedding, or a casual event, this suit effortlessly transitions between occasions, making it a must-have for every modern man. Its deep, nearly black hue exudes elegance while offering a softer alternative to traditional black suits,…
In an era dominated by casual wear, the art of dressing up for a night out has become increasingly scarce. The rise of comfort-centric fashion, fueled by the athleisure boom and the normalization of remote work, has fundamentally reshaped sartorial norms. Casual ensembles, relaxed silhouettes, and effortless style now dominate the fashion landscape, reflecting a broader cultural shift toward prioritizing…
At the tender age of one, I underwent my first major style transformation, trading in onesies for jeans, T-shirts, and sneakers. Little did anyone know, this would mark the zenith of my sartorial evolution. Now, at 53, an age at which, historically speaking, many are already pushing up daisies, I still dress like a child. To be fair, I don’t…
Lucy Punch’s dazzling performance as Amanda in Amandaland is a masterclass in comedic timing and alpha-mum style. A spin-off of the BAFTA-winning Motherland, the series follows Amanda as she navigates life post-divorce, trading plush Chiswick for the (self-dubbed) trendy enclave of “SoHa” (South Harlesden). Alongside her bouncy blowout and razor-sharp wit, Amanda’s wardrobe is a treasure trove of aspirational, middle-class…
The influence of coffee on the fashion scene has been percolating steadily for some time, from the cultural one-upmanship of how and where you take your flat white to the recent confirmation by Pantone’s Colour of the Year for 2025: “Mocha Mousse.” This warming, earthy brown hue, described by Pantone as “imbued with richness and comfort,” bridges the gap between…
The stigma surrounding fur, once a dominant narrative in fashion, appears to be undergoing a nuanced shift. After decades of anti-fur campaigns led by organizations like PETA, which successfully pressured major brands and retailers to go fur-free, the resurgence of fur, particularly vintage fur, suggests a complex evolution in consumer attitudes. This revival, however, is not without controversy, as it…
Lace, often celebrated as the most romantic of fabrics, has transcended its traditional associations with lingerie and bridal veils to emerge as a versatile and dynamic textile in Lace, often celebrated as the most romantic of fabrics, has transcended its traditional associations with lingerie and bridal veils to emerge as a versatile and dynamic textile in contemporary fashion. Recent collections…
As awards season reaches its zenith with the Baftas and Oscars just around the corner, the red carpet has become a stage for sartorial storytelling. Amid the glitz and glamour, Nicole Kidman’s appearance at the Critics Choice Awards offered a refreshing departure from the expected parade of gowns. Dressed in a beige Yves Saint Laurent suit, Kidman channelled the spirit…
As the world’s gaze remains fixed on Washington, D.C., where President Donald Trump and Elon Musk, head of the Department of Government Efficiency, are making waves with budget cuts and job slashing, New York Fashion Week (NYFW) has emerged as a defiant celebration of creativity and resilience. Against this politically charged backdrop, America’s fashion elite delivered one of the most…
The culmination of New York Fashion Week (NYFW) arrived with Thom Browne’s theatrical finale, a spectacle that encapsulated the tension between tradition and subversion in contemporary fashion. A model emerged in a jacket adorned with gold bullion, layered over 130 feet of swathed tweed and voluminous crinolines. The skirt, a labyrinth of tiers and drapes, was so elaborate that it…