Holly Macnaghten

Holly Macnaghten is the Fashion Director at The Gentleman's Journal

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Style

Style: Get The Look – Daniel Craig

The name’s Bond, James Bond, whether an adequate replacement to those who stood before him or not, we think it’s fair to say that despite being a blonde, Daniel Craig took on the challenge well. There is no denying that whoever has played Bond has walked off set with some Bond-esqe qualities for themselves, from sex appeal to manliness and, of course, morphing into an icon of style. Daniel Craig, is no exception. We take a look at a few of his favourite styles and give you the 411 on how to recreate a few of the said looks.

7 May 2014

Food & Drink

Restaurant Of The Week – Boulestin

Boulestin – There has been a flurry of restaurant openings in recent months, but one in particular has caught my eye. Not for its location, theme or food, but simply for its name.

7 May 2014

Style

STYLE – The Perfect Pair Of Jeans For Men

Ok, so perhaps our title was a little misleading. Sadly, gentlemen, we have not found an elusive pair of jeans that suit every man alike. Tight in the right places, loose at the best points, with the perfect number of pockets – not too Harry Styles skinny, or too 90s skater-boy baggy. No, sadly these jeans do not yet exist – at least not to our knowledge. (If you have information, please let us know). In any case, we bring you 5 of our favourite pairs. Even if you only choose one pair this season, make sure it’s one of these…

7 May 2014

Etiquette

10 Mistakes That Gentlemen Make When Dating

Dating is a difficult and dangerous game where the potential pitfalls are plentiful. So, gentlemen, we bring you a list of the 10 most common mistakes that men make when dating so that you can read at your leisure, re-read, learn and even print out if necessary so that you will be mistake free from here on out.

6 May 2014

Style

STYLE – Perfect Pocket Squares For Your Personality

With more than enough ways to fold one, the pocket square is the perfect subtle hint toward a gentlemans personality. Much the like the tie and cufflinks, a pocket square can add a certain je ne sais quoi to a a mans outfit without appearing ostentatious or indeed as though (heaven forbid) he might be peacocking.

6 May 2014

The Diary

DIARY – Metropolitan Museum of Art 2014 Costume Institute Gala

The Met Annual Gala is quite possibly the most fashionable night of the year and this years was no exception. Bring together the creme de la creme of Hollywood’s A-listers and the leaders in the fashion industry to celebrate the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s fashion exhibit, “Charles James: Beyond Fashion.”

6 May 2014

Fitness

FITNESS – The 2 Month Summer Body Workout

Now it’s coming into summer many of us turn our attention to improving our physique. Noticeable, physical changes usually start to take shape around 4-6 weeks after commencing a workout programme. However, a two month schedule allows time to see the results whilst preventing putting the body through extreme and sometimes unmaintainable measures.

6 May 2014

Etiquette

How To Get A Girlfriend For The Summer

It’s a romantic notion we know, but one that never really fades.

2 May 2014

Style

Style Steal: How To Dress Like Ryan Gosling

Some love him, some hate him (jealousy perhaps?), whatever your view on Ryan Gosling there is no denying the guy has style – and tons of it at that. Yes, we could show you a selection of his best black tie moments (of which there are many), but it’s his off-duty look that we can’t get enough of. Take him as your summer style inspiration, no matter where you are or what you’re doing and you too will have women swooning over you and your style for the whole season to come.

30 April 2014

Food & Drink

Cocktail Of The Week – ‘The Frankfort Julep’ at The Whip

With yet another Bank Holiday Weekend just around the corner, we turn our attention to drinks, because, well, why not? In honour of the ‘Most Exciting Two Minutes in Sport’, The Kentucky Derby, on May 2nd and 3rd, one of our favourite bars, The Whip (Mayfair’s hidden drinking destination), is having a Southern celebration and we can’t wait to get involved.

29 April 2014

Style

STYLE – Why We Love J.M. Weston Shoes

Two years ago, the predominantly British dominated Jermyn Street welcomed in a French neighbour – J.M. Weston – and what a welcome it was. Founded in 1891 by Edouard Blanchard in Limoges, J.M Weston is the only shoe maker to own not one, but two tanneries and two years after their arrival, the brand are still one of our go-to destinations for luxurious made mens shoes.

29 April 2014

Grooming

Grooming – The Hairstyles Women Want Men To Have This Summer

When it comes to hair, women know they want – it probably has something to do with the fact that girls were crimping, dying, back-brushing and straightening before boys of a similar age had even progresses from eating dirt in the playground. So when it come to your hair, gentlemen, she knows what’s possible, she knows how to improve it, work with what you’ve got and make the best of it.

29 April 2014

Cars

CARS – THE BEST OF THE BEIJING MOTOR SHOW

China’s car manufacturing pedigree may be as rich and varied as boiled lettuce, but it seems the European auto giant’s can no longer shy away from the East’s appetite for premium personal transport. With the Beijing motor show coming to a close, we’ve done the hard work and served up the best bits for you.

29 April 2014

Technology

TECH – Will These Be The Coolest Google Glasses So Far?

Let’s be honest, Google Glass is pretty old news these days. Having been just over a year since the tech powerhouse announced the revolutionary new gadget, there doest seem to be much more to get excited about…until now.

28 April 2014

Technology

We Want – The Volopa Phantom Travel Card

I’m sure you are all used to being bombarded with the latest ‘deals’ or ‘discounts’, but how great are these deals, really? If we’re honest – never that great, and they are usually for some cheap chain restaurant you’re never actually going to go to, or somewhere that certainly wouldn’t impress on a first date. But, as soon as this landed in our inbox, it went straight to the top our weekly want list. Enter: ThePhantomCard. This incredible prepaid card is unlike any we’ve come across so far and with genuinely significant discounts it is a serious game changer. As opposed to your usual 1% – 5% discounts that, let’s be honest, really aren’t worth the trouble, this wonderful new offering makes eating out on the regular more than worth your while.

28 April 2014

The Diary

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 42mm Collection Launch

Last week saw Francios Henry Bennahmias, CEO of Audemars Piguet, host a celebratory evening for distinguished guests to mark the launch of the Royal Oak Offshore 42mm Collection. Upon gathering at the venue – the Victoria House, Bloomsbury – guests treated to a selections of bubbles and canapes all to the soundtrack of performer and brand friend Tinie Tempah, no less.

28 April 2014

Style

STYLE – The Ultimate Gentleman’s Shopping Experience

As a modern day gentleman, we understand that no matter how thick your wallet, the one thing that no man can by is the one thing we probably all we wish we could – time. An age old cliche, yes, but like most of these things, it’s a cliche because it’s true.

25 April 2014

Style

STYLE – Aquascutum To Open Menswear-Only Shop on Jermyn St

Exciting news for all dapper gents as the iconic British brand Aquascutum announce their plans to open a menswear-only concept store on the world-famous Jermyn Street. Aquascutum was founded in 1851 by high quality tailor John Emary with the mission to provide stylish protection from the unpredictable British weather and it appears that the new store will hold true to this philosophy, stocking a range of luxurious outerwear, tailoring and casual wear for the modern gentleman.

24 April 2014