The trench coat is the ultimate spring wardrobe hero—equally practical and polished, shielding you from April showers while elevating any outfit. But how you wear yours says everything about your style. Are you a classic traditionalist, a Parisian minimalist, or a bold statement-maker? Let’s decode the six trench coat tribes to help you find your perfect match. The Traditionalists Signature…
Last week, as the V&A unveiled its dazzling Cartier exhibition, one luminaire outshone even the most brilliant jewels in attendance: Dame Joan Collins, who, astonishingly, approaches her 92nd birthday with the same magnetic allure that has defined her seven-decade reign as a style icon. Arriving arm-in-arm with her longtime confidant (and occasional stylist) René Horsch, Collins epitomized high-octane elegance in…
Ben Cobb, editor, style savant, and now designer, is channeling his passion for the disco decade’s decadence into a bold new collaboration, redefining modern masculinity with a dash of vintage allure. Picture this: Yves Saint Laurent, his silhouette as slender as the Gitane cigarette between his fingers, igniting the dance floor at Paris’s legendary Le Sept nightclub. Flanking him, his…
For the Royal Family, Easter has long served as a fashionable harbinger of spring, a deliberate departure from winter’s somber tones in favor of revitalizing pastels and strategic millinery. This year’s Easter Matins Service at St. George’s Chapel, Windsor, was no exception, with the Firm delivering a polished tableau of considered ensembles, each laden with unspoken messaging and style-driven intentionality.…
The rugby shirt – that collared, striped icon of 90s style – is back in fashion’s spotlight, and no one wore it better than its most famous fan: Princess Diana. Her May 1997 outing in a pastel-striped knit version (paired with white capris and duck-egg blue loafers) remains the gold standard for nailing this sporty-chic look. Fast forward to 2025,…
The Easter Bank Holiday typically heralds the arrival of pastel hues and lightweight occasionwear, but this year’s dreary forecast calls for a more pragmatic approach—classic British country dressing. And who better to exemplify this than the Princess of Wales, whose recent Lake District appearance showcased her mastery of heritage-inspired yet contemporary outdoor style. A Modern Take on Countrywear Filmed during…
Mastering Spring Office Style: How to Dress for Sunshine and Arctic Air-Conditioning Sunny spells may herald the arrival of spring, but how to dress and navigate the sartorial challenges of fluctuating temperatures, especially in urban environments, requires strategic layering and fabric intelligence. The modern professional’s dilemma? Staying cool during a sun-drenched commute without succumbing to the icy blast of an…
The Art of Wearing White at Night: A Masterclass in Elegance and Precision The resurgence of white in eveningwear—seen in shades of ivory, champagne, and cream—marks a deliberate pivot from the gothic dominance of black on recent red carpets and spring/summer 2025 runways. This shift, embraced by the A-list, redefines nocturnal sophistication with a luminous palette that demands meticulous styling…
The Sartorialist’s Definitive Guide to Spring Footwear As winter’s austere grip loosens, the verdant resurgence of spring invites a sartorial shift—one that demands a considered transition in footwear. No longer confined to the weighty Derbies, structured Oxfords, or rugged boots of colder months, the discerning gentleman must now embrace lighter, yet equally polished, alternatives suited to balmier days. The challenge…
Helen Mirren’s Modern French Twist: A Masterclass in Ageless Hairstyling As Dame Helen Mirren approaches her 80th birthday, she continues to redefine beauty standards with her effortlessly chic aesthetic. While her bold fashion choices have long been celebrated, it’s her hairstyles, particularly her contemporary take on the French twist, that are currently commanding attention; with a career spanning six decades,…