Style, culture and the good life. The latest stories from Gentleman’s Journal.
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England is a strange place (no, once and for all, it’s not a country) – how could anywhere that does morris dancing not be? But by far the oddest thing about it is its people – now they really are weird. After two millennia of invasion and immigration, the English are a pretty diverse bunch,
The world’s fastest car – now that’s the kind of headline we like to see, here at The Gentleman’s Journal. The car, which is being described as the ‘world’s first megacar’, clocks a pretty heart-racing 274mph with a 5 litre V8 engine and a staggering 1,322 horse power. The Swedish manufacturer have created the most
In honour of World Book Day, we have picked one of our favourite coffee table books of the moment. Going away with a partner, work trip or just need some time on your own, one thing that needs to be at the top of your list is a beautiful view. It can completely alter how
“Once in a rare while do you get the chance to be part of something this big. This is one of those times. I’ve never been so excited for a product I’ve invested in. This f**king thing is going to change the world!” Mark Cuban (Venture Capitalist) Inspired by the oh-so-cool pink hover-board of the
Balfour Place really does have all the makings of a true bachelor pad, in every sense of the word. Location wise it is perfectly located just off Mayfair’s Mont Street, meaning easy access to Hyde Park and some of the best shopping and restaurants that London has to offer. The building itself dates back to
Entrepreneurs are better know for inventing apps, rather than needing them. They are a rare breed that are constantly in pursuit of perfection and potential, in whatever industry that may be. They are often self taught, ambitious in their beliefs and treat time as one of there biggest luxuries in the world. Anything that can help them
This year has seen the Breitling for Bentley collaboration come into its own with some stunning designs that are unparalleled in fine watch making. The Bentley 6.75 Midnight Carbon edition is no different with its satin-brushed steel finish and detailed face, yet again Breitling have produced a timepiece that beautifully illustrates the collaboration.It has been
It all started with the Audi RS6 Avant and then the Mercedes E63 AMG, now Jaguar have got in on the act too. The fast estates are becoming an attractive alternative to the family wagon, combining practicality with hair raising thrills. They help you cope with the stresses of family life; one moment you can
When beginning this article, we realised that there are several routes this article could take; why American’s love Britain as a country, with our rolling hills, historic buildings and quaint little villages. Why American women love British accents (10 points on this might have been a struggle), or quite simply, what it says on the
This Spring there is one style trend that is getting serious traction, ‘smart trainers’. No longer will the average pair of Nike, Adidas or Pumas do, now, and perhaps due to the continuous growth in menswear, some of the world’s most renowned fashion houses are turning there designs skills to creating trainers, which may as
The Chronograph watch is one of the most successful movements in fine watch making history. Personally I think because it’s combination of the best of both worlds, you get all the dials and buttons that you would expect on a bulkier military watch (which are important because they make you feel more manly), whilst still
Private Jets are one thing, but for those who really want to be taken seriously, it’s all about owning your very own Mega Yacht. It is not unusual for them for cost millions a year to run and with every toy you can imagine, getting board is just not and option. Whilst they may be
Saturday 1st March saw Charles Finch, CEO of Finch & Partners, and Chanel host their sixth annual Pre-Oscar Awards Dinner in celebration of this year’s Oscars. As with every previous year, the night attracted all the stars from the worlds of film and fashion to celebrate the spectacular year in cinema. The high profile guests arrived at
Last night, the 2014 Academy Awards took place in Los Angeles and normally quite stuffy and formal event made way to a few laughs. Viral trends such as selfies and photobombs were celebrated to the max with host Ellen Degeneres anchoring the whole night brilliantly. 12 Years a Slave won the biggest accolade of the
5 years on and The Botanist still remains the heart and soul of Sloane Square. It’s buzzy bar atmosphere serves the finest cocktails to the local international nouveau set, wearing their latest purchases from the nearby A3217, or better known as the King’s Road. Rag and Bone, Hugo Boss, Tiffany’s, you name it the pap
Just as we were all getting acclimatised to HD and LED TVs something new comes up – it’s name; 4K. I know what you’re thinking – “Didn’t we just have the big TV revolution? I can’t be bothered with this new money spinner!” If the tech geeks are to be believed though, this is another
A tribute to Henry E. Steinway, a grand master of piano manufacturing, this beautiful Montblanc Patron of Art Limited Edition fountain pen is steeped in history and executed to the upmost quality. A key player in the development of modern music, Steinaway pioneered the modern piano and his legacy is still felt in piano manufacturing
Talk about a bachelor pad essential, this elegant walnut and leather mixologist box is the perfect accompaniment to any gentleman’s home. Of course luxury like this comes at a price, a limited-edition one at that, with only 50 being sold, you better act fast. The aptly named mixologist box contains: silver-plated brass Boston shaker, cocktail
Style, culture and the good life. The latest stories from Gentleman’s Journal.
Page 595
England is a strange place (no, once and for all, it’s not a country) – how could anywhere that does morris dancing not be? But by far the oddest thing about it is its people – now they really are weird. After two millennia of invasion and immigration, the English are a pretty diverse bunch,
The world’s fastest car – now that’s the kind of headline we like to see, here at The Gentleman’s Journal. The car, which is being described as the ‘world’s first megacar’, clocks a pretty heart-racing 274mph with a 5 litre V8 engine and a staggering 1,322 horse power. The Swedish manufacturer have created the most
In honour of World Book Day, we have picked one of our favourite coffee table books of the moment. Going away with a partner, work trip or just need some time on your own, one thing that needs to be at the top of your list is a beautiful view. It can completely alter how
“Once in a rare while do you get the chance to be part of something this big. This is one of those times. I’ve never been so excited for a product I’ve invested in. This f**king thing is going to change the world!” Mark Cuban (Venture Capitalist) Inspired by the oh-so-cool pink hover-board of the
Balfour Place really does have all the makings of a true bachelor pad, in every sense of the word. Location wise it is perfectly located just off Mayfair’s Mont Street, meaning easy access to Hyde Park and some of the best shopping and restaurants that London has to offer. The building itself dates back to
Entrepreneurs are better know for inventing apps, rather than needing them. They are a rare breed that are constantly in pursuit of perfection and potential, in whatever industry that may be. They are often self taught, ambitious in their beliefs and treat time as one of there biggest luxuries in the world. Anything that can help them
This year has seen the Breitling for Bentley collaboration come into its own with some stunning designs that are unparalleled in fine watch making. The Bentley 6.75 Midnight Carbon edition is no different with its satin-brushed steel finish and detailed face, yet again Breitling have produced a timepiece that beautifully illustrates the collaboration.It has been
It all started with the Audi RS6 Avant and then the Mercedes E63 AMG, now Jaguar have got in on the act too. The fast estates are becoming an attractive alternative to the family wagon, combining practicality with hair raising thrills. They help you cope with the stresses of family life; one moment you can
When beginning this article, we realised that there are several routes this article could take; why American’s love Britain as a country, with our rolling hills, historic buildings and quaint little villages. Why American women love British accents (10 points on this might have been a struggle), or quite simply, what it says on the
This Spring there is one style trend that is getting serious traction, ‘smart trainers’. No longer will the average pair of Nike, Adidas or Pumas do, now, and perhaps due to the continuous growth in menswear, some of the world’s most renowned fashion houses are turning there designs skills to creating trainers, which may as
The Chronograph watch is one of the most successful movements in fine watch making history. Personally I think because it’s combination of the best of both worlds, you get all the dials and buttons that you would expect on a bulkier military watch (which are important because they make you feel more manly), whilst still
Private Jets are one thing, but for those who really want to be taken seriously, it’s all about owning your very own Mega Yacht. It is not unusual for them for cost millions a year to run and with every toy you can imagine, getting board is just not and option. Whilst they may be
Saturday 1st March saw Charles Finch, CEO of Finch & Partners, and Chanel host their sixth annual Pre-Oscar Awards Dinner in celebration of this year’s Oscars. As with every previous year, the night attracted all the stars from the worlds of film and fashion to celebrate the spectacular year in cinema. The high profile guests arrived at
Last night, the 2014 Academy Awards took place in Los Angeles and normally quite stuffy and formal event made way to a few laughs. Viral trends such as selfies and photobombs were celebrated to the max with host Ellen Degeneres anchoring the whole night brilliantly. 12 Years a Slave won the biggest accolade of the
5 years on and The Botanist still remains the heart and soul of Sloane Square. It’s buzzy bar atmosphere serves the finest cocktails to the local international nouveau set, wearing their latest purchases from the nearby A3217, or better known as the King’s Road. Rag and Bone, Hugo Boss, Tiffany’s, you name it the pap
Just as we were all getting acclimatised to HD and LED TVs something new comes up – it’s name; 4K. I know what you’re thinking – “Didn’t we just have the big TV revolution? I can’t be bothered with this new money spinner!” If the tech geeks are to be believed though, this is another
A tribute to Henry E. Steinway, a grand master of piano manufacturing, this beautiful Montblanc Patron of Art Limited Edition fountain pen is steeped in history and executed to the upmost quality. A key player in the development of modern music, Steinaway pioneered the modern piano and his legacy is still felt in piano manufacturing
Talk about a bachelor pad essential, this elegant walnut and leather mixologist box is the perfect accompaniment to any gentleman’s home. Of course luxury like this comes at a price, a limited-edition one at that, with only 50 being sold, you better act fast. The aptly named mixologist box contains: silver-plated brass Boston shaker, cocktail