Style – Weekend Want List

In the wise words of Mr Thomas Jefferson: “A walk about Paris will provide lessons in history, beauty, and in the point of Life.” And here at The Gentleman’s Journal we feel the same. After all, Paris is the city of love and jetting out this weekend ought to be on everyone’s mind. Whether you’ll be pouring yourself over the Louvre Museum or wandering the Champs-Élysées – we’ve put together a special weekend want list for a weekend in the city of lights.

With Paris’s weather being not too dissimilar to that of London’s, it seems logical to dress accordingly. The sleek look of the trench coat instantly springs to mind and although your classic trench coat will adequately fit the bill – something with a more contemporary twist will be a little more fun. Combining smooth cottons and textures, Maison Martin Margiela have produced a stand out piece of menswear thats design is unflawed.

Maison Martin Margiela Trench Coat, £1,125 from Selfridges

Needless to say Merino is your go to wool this season. It’s soft, finely crimped and, most essentially, warm. This remarkable long sleeve polo shirt is a true British classic – it’s part of Paul Smith’s AW13 diffusion line which takes inspiration from former The Smiths front man, Morrissey. The line is worked around tailored jackets and, in this case, retro knitwear. An ideal item for a chilly weekend in Paris.

Merino Wool Polo Shirt, £139 from Paul Smith

Nothing beats dark denim. Timelessly stylish and perfect for any hour. Paired with the trench coat these jeans will prove why the Scandinavian brand has yet again provided the menswear scene with an amazing piece. It’s said a gent should refrain from washing a new pair of jeans for the duration of year as so they can be worn it. With Acne’s dry denim jeans this should be easy as, once you put the on, you’ll not want to take them off.

Acne Slim Fit Dry Denim Jeans, £150 from Mr Porter

What better way to complete a look than with a luxurious pair of purple sneakers. Lanvin are quickly becoming the go to brand when looking for a pair of clean, simple, classy sneakers. With a touch of patent and a dash of suede, the French fashion house have yet again pulled off something truly special.

Lanvin Suede and Patent Leather Sneakers, £300 from Mr Porter

As a modern day Gentleman, it’s paramount to keep things classic though, whilst enjoying a break from the strains of the working world, something more sporty and edgy is in order. Hugo Boss are renowned for high quality menswear and accessories and have showed us just why that is in the form of the Sofri Weekender Bag. It’s a bag that’s roomy enough to neatly store you’re possessions whilst being small enough to throw in the back of a sports car – perfect!

Hugo Boss Sofri Weekender Bag, £799 from Harrods

And finally, whilst your outfit and accessories are largely sorted; you’re missing a spot of in flight reading. Renowned photographer Mr Jean-Michel Berts has produced three truly stunning works of art. Each book contains over 100 pages of unique images and written content based on the world’s most acclaimed cities: New York, London and Paris. Whether you plan to leave this one on the coffee table or take it on your travels – It’ll be an entertaining read none the less.

The Light Of Series Set Of 3 Books By Jean-Michel Berts, £150 from Mr Porter

By James Clarke