Style, culture and the good life. The latest stories from Gentleman’s Journal.
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We’ve been waiting a year to find out whether or not Don Draper will choose the path of monogamy and stay faithful to his wife or continue to speed down the road of hedonistic adultery which, let’s be honest, is one of pure self-destruction. All will be revealed on Tuesday with the return of the
From paddock boots for horse-riding in the 1830s to Stormtrooper boots in the Star Wars trilogy and rock and roll boots for the Beatles in their heyday the 1960s, the Chelsea Boot has a long history which can back them up as being the most versatile and stylish boot out there. The shoe was first
Jaguar Land Rover know how to create a buzz, and thats exactly what they did when they launched the all new Range Rover Sport in New York. The guest list included the likes of Yasmin Le Bon and Michael Strahan, not to mention none other than Daniel Craig driving the new car into the actual
The Grand National is one of those days where you can shine and enjoy success or wallow in regret after backing the wrong horse. Whatever happens, we can guarantee you’ll impress a small crowd if you pull some of these facts out of your back pocket on Saturday:
Yes, we know what you may be thinking, isn’t three trailers slightly over doing it? But, then again, when a film has built up this much hype before it’s even hit the big screen, who really cares? Yes, Gatsby is back again with yet another sneak preview, only this time we get more than just a quick-fire teaser as the plot is unraveled a little more. Yes, we all know it’s probably one of the most celebrated novels in American literature, but with an awesome sound-track that includes the likes of Florence and the Machine, Beyoncé and Lana Del Rey there really is no means of predicting how the story will pan out. Did we mention that the eponymous Baz Luhrmann directed it?
For those of you who haven’t heard of Hartford, it has been around since 1979 when it was founded in Paris, and is known for its understated vintage and American preppy style. The label may not be as renowned as its American counterparts, however over the years they have received and continue to gain a
Yesterday the world celebrated the 40th anniversary of the mobile phone. One thing’s for sure, mobile technology has come on leaps and bounds since 1973 when what we now refer to as smartphones were understandably dubbed ‘bricks.’ In fact, it was on 3 April 1973 that Motorola employee Martin Cooper made a call in New York
White House Down is one of the latest hotly anticipated box office hits to come out of Hollywood’s Hills. Featuring Channing Tatum, who plays John Cale, a Capital Police Officer trying his hardest to protect and make sure the President (aka Jamie Foxx) stays alive in what only can be described as an extreme terrorist attack. The film is based on the 1998 short story “Hell at the White House.” Scenes of utter destruction are mixed with mind-blowing action and intense drama. Directed by Roland Emmerich who has exceptional flair when it comes to shooting disorder and chaos, recall his other blockbusters, Independence Day, The Day after Tomorrow and Godzilla, you can expect big explosions and the usual American patriotism. Due to be released on September 6th you can catch a glimpse of the action to come in the trailer here….
Knight Frank have put together the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index based on the weighted performance of existing indices for nine classes of collectable asset: fine art; Chinese ceramics; classic cars; coins; furniture; jewellery; stamps; watches; and fine wine.
What makes Patek Philippe so special is the fact it’s one of the last remaining independent, family owned watch manufactures. It has more than 80 patents to its name and crafts all of its movements to the strict specifications of the Geneva Seal. They also have their own seal, the Patek Philippe seal that encompasses
Pochettes, pocket squares, handkerchiefs – call them what you want but don’t underestimate them as a key must-have accessory this Spring/Summer. Reiss is the go-to for the season’s most original, on-trend prints so we’ve picked six versatile designs from their collection for you. Lose the weight of winter and swap heavy paisley and tweed prints for
For those of you who search the world looking for the rare and finer things that life has to offer, then the above may be just the thing for you. The Macallan has announced that it will be donating a bottle The Macallan 1962, featured in SKYFALL to the Sotheby’s Finest & Rarest Wines sale
A well-rounded gentleman must have a post-shave routine. Do you? A fact that a lot of men don’t know: you should tone immediately after shaving to replenish your skin’s moisture which is lost through shaving. There’s nothing worse than aggravated post-shave skin that rashes as soon as the razor leaves your face. Aesop’s shave range has been engineered to facilitate the perfect shave by reducing skin aggravation with botanical skincare products that gently replenish skin’s hydration in three steps, leaving skin smooth and refreshed.
The Subaru WRX has always been the desired model of choice for true need-for-speed petrol heads and has consistently offered the consumer thrills which are more common in a higher-end super car. So when we heard that there was a new WRX concept out our intrigue hit the roof as we anticipated the new design.
With the sun finally shining and Easter past it is time to focus on reviving your holiday wardrobe and bringing back some colour into your life. We recommend these pink Slowear chambray shorts to start-up your Spring/Summer wardrobe. What makes them great is their versatile cut and colour. They’ll look dapper pared-down with a polo shirt for a casual look or dressed up with a crisp white shirt and tailored lightweight blazer to channel a smarter East Coast style.
Easter Day is the one day in the year when chocolate can be eaten guilt-free. You may be one of those Easter cynics and Christmas scrooges who harp on about the commercialisation of religious holidays then stop reading now. This article is most certainly not for you. Some of you gents out there may have special someone in your
The allure and imperfection of David Bowie is incomparable. Cole Simmons visits the V&A for Style Icon David Bowie’s retrospective and finds that uncompromising individuality can place you in a league of your own.
As far away as summer sunshine may seem, with hail, rain and snow pelting down outside, English photographer Martin Parr has made it a little more tangible with the release of his 2013 limited edition photography book, Life’s a Beach. Giving a snappy happy insight into how natives choose to soak up the sun in
To receive the latest in style, watches, cars and luxury news, plus receive great offers from the world’s greatest brands every Friday.
Style, culture and the good life. The latest stories from Gentleman’s Journal.
Page 637
We’ve been waiting a year to find out whether or not Don Draper will choose the path of monogamy and stay faithful to his wife or continue to speed down the road of hedonistic adultery which, let’s be honest, is one of pure self-destruction. All will be revealed on Tuesday with the return of the
From paddock boots for horse-riding in the 1830s to Stormtrooper boots in the Star Wars trilogy and rock and roll boots for the Beatles in their heyday the 1960s, the Chelsea Boot has a long history which can back them up as being the most versatile and stylish boot out there. The shoe was first
Jaguar Land Rover know how to create a buzz, and thats exactly what they did when they launched the all new Range Rover Sport in New York. The guest list included the likes of Yasmin Le Bon and Michael Strahan, not to mention none other than Daniel Craig driving the new car into the actual
The Grand National is one of those days where you can shine and enjoy success or wallow in regret after backing the wrong horse. Whatever happens, we can guarantee you’ll impress a small crowd if you pull some of these facts out of your back pocket on Saturday:
Yes, we know what you may be thinking, isn’t three trailers slightly over doing it? But, then again, when a film has built up this much hype before it’s even hit the big screen, who really cares? Yes, Gatsby is back again with yet another sneak preview, only this time we get more than just a quick-fire teaser as the plot is unraveled a little more. Yes, we all know it’s probably one of the most celebrated novels in American literature, but with an awesome sound-track that includes the likes of Florence and the Machine, Beyoncé and Lana Del Rey there really is no means of predicting how the story will pan out. Did we mention that the eponymous Baz Luhrmann directed it?
For those of you who haven’t heard of Hartford, it has been around since 1979 when it was founded in Paris, and is known for its understated vintage and American preppy style. The label may not be as renowned as its American counterparts, however over the years they have received and continue to gain a
Yesterday the world celebrated the 40th anniversary of the mobile phone. One thing’s for sure, mobile technology has come on leaps and bounds since 1973 when what we now refer to as smartphones were understandably dubbed ‘bricks.’ In fact, it was on 3 April 1973 that Motorola employee Martin Cooper made a call in New York
White House Down is one of the latest hotly anticipated box office hits to come out of Hollywood’s Hills. Featuring Channing Tatum, who plays John Cale, a Capital Police Officer trying his hardest to protect and make sure the President (aka Jamie Foxx) stays alive in what only can be described as an extreme terrorist attack. The film is based on the 1998 short story “Hell at the White House.” Scenes of utter destruction are mixed with mind-blowing action and intense drama. Directed by Roland Emmerich who has exceptional flair when it comes to shooting disorder and chaos, recall his other blockbusters, Independence Day, The Day after Tomorrow and Godzilla, you can expect big explosions and the usual American patriotism. Due to be released on September 6th you can catch a glimpse of the action to come in the trailer here….
Knight Frank have put together the Knight Frank Luxury Investment Index based on the weighted performance of existing indices for nine classes of collectable asset: fine art; Chinese ceramics; classic cars; coins; furniture; jewellery; stamps; watches; and fine wine.
What makes Patek Philippe so special is the fact it’s one of the last remaining independent, family owned watch manufactures. It has more than 80 patents to its name and crafts all of its movements to the strict specifications of the Geneva Seal. They also have their own seal, the Patek Philippe seal that encompasses
Pochettes, pocket squares, handkerchiefs – call them what you want but don’t underestimate them as a key must-have accessory this Spring/Summer. Reiss is the go-to for the season’s most original, on-trend prints so we’ve picked six versatile designs from their collection for you. Lose the weight of winter and swap heavy paisley and tweed prints for
For those of you who search the world looking for the rare and finer things that life has to offer, then the above may be just the thing for you. The Macallan has announced that it will be donating a bottle The Macallan 1962, featured in SKYFALL to the Sotheby’s Finest & Rarest Wines sale
A well-rounded gentleman must have a post-shave routine. Do you? A fact that a lot of men don’t know: you should tone immediately after shaving to replenish your skin’s moisture which is lost through shaving. There’s nothing worse than aggravated post-shave skin that rashes as soon as the razor leaves your face. Aesop’s shave range has been engineered to facilitate the perfect shave by reducing skin aggravation with botanical skincare products that gently replenish skin’s hydration in three steps, leaving skin smooth and refreshed.
The Subaru WRX has always been the desired model of choice for true need-for-speed petrol heads and has consistently offered the consumer thrills which are more common in a higher-end super car. So when we heard that there was a new WRX concept out our intrigue hit the roof as we anticipated the new design.
With the sun finally shining and Easter past it is time to focus on reviving your holiday wardrobe and bringing back some colour into your life. We recommend these pink Slowear chambray shorts to start-up your Spring/Summer wardrobe. What makes them great is their versatile cut and colour. They’ll look dapper pared-down with a polo shirt for a casual look or dressed up with a crisp white shirt and tailored lightweight blazer to channel a smarter East Coast style.
Easter Day is the one day in the year when chocolate can be eaten guilt-free. You may be one of those Easter cynics and Christmas scrooges who harp on about the commercialisation of religious holidays then stop reading now. This article is most certainly not for you. Some of you gents out there may have special someone in your
The allure and imperfection of David Bowie is incomparable. Cole Simmons visits the V&A for Style Icon David Bowie’s retrospective and finds that uncompromising individuality can place you in a league of your own.
As far away as summer sunshine may seem, with hail, rain and snow pelting down outside, English photographer Martin Parr has made it a little more tangible with the release of his 2013 limited edition photography book, Life’s a Beach. Giving a snappy happy insight into how natives choose to soak up the sun in
To receive the latest in style, watches, cars and luxury news, plus receive great offers from the world’s greatest brands every Friday.