Journal

The Style of Wall Street

The 1987 film Wall Street has come to epitomise the bold and brash fashions of successful investment bankers in the mid-eighties. The clothes worn by the main two characters, Michael Douglas’s Gord...

Ancient Madder Ties

Ancient Madder ties have been incredibly popular for well over a century, with the dyes (the Ancient Madder) having an even longer history that spans millennia. Even with this enduring appeal, only...

The Style of The Talented Mr Ripley

The wardrobe and style of the principal characters in the 1999 film The Talented Mr Ripley play a crucial role in the story. The contrast between Jude Law’s character, Dickie Greenleaf, and Matt Da...

Thomas Mason: The Mill and Its Fabrics

If you have ordered a made-to-measure shirt from us, the chances are it was cut from Thomas Mason fabric. The name has been on shirting since 1796, and what it stands for is a particular English ta...

The Seven Fold Tie

One of the perks of producing in Italy, we find, is that we are able to regularly visit the factories we work with. Over the years, we’ve had the pleasure of getting to know our partners quite well...

How to Measure a Dress Shirt

Shopping online has become increasingly popular and it obviously has its perks. On the other hand, buying clothing online can bring headaches of its own. Finding a well fitted shirt can be challeng...

The Grenadine Tie

Few accessories in menswear are as versatile and enduring as the grenadine tie. Worn by diplomats, style icons, and cinematic heroes alike, the grenadine tie brings depth to an outfit and has long ...

A Brief History of the Oxford Cloth Button Down

The oxford cloth button-down shirt, known to enthusiasts as the OCBD, is often considered a cornerstone of a man’s wardrobe. For over a century, its understated elegance has influenced the way men ...

A Guide to Shirt Fabrics

This shirt fabric guide explains how fabric defines a shirt’s character—how it feels, looks, and drapes. Some fabrics, like linen, suit warm weather; others, such as cotton–cashmere, are better for...