“The rules of society require that to a certain extent we should adopt those forms of dress which are in common use, but our own judgement should be excercised in adapting these forms to our individual proportions, complexions, ages and stations in society.” [The West-End Gazette, July, 1870] Photo: The Journal of Style

Handmade suit, untipped wool tie, end-on-end dress shirt and French handkerchief. Photo/Source: The Journal of Style

As usual our Italian neckties were delayed. But, it doesn’t matter. Now they are here. This is not the fast lane. We do slow fashion, very slow fashion. The ties are made to be a joy for years. Have a look at the new arrivals … … and don’t forget to check out our latest ...

I stopped by a small bespoke tailor shop in Copenhagen. It is run by Gisle Larsen. He took over the shop two and a half years ago from Tobias Enk, who wanted to retire. Mr. Enk was almost 90 by then. A couple of months later, I heard that he had passed away. Above, the ...

The shirt was a mess but it shouldn’t stop my fittings one late afternoon at the tailor’s shop. The jacket above is a double breasted reefer jacket with patch pockets cut from Smith Woollens’ 16 oz. Steadfast range. I hope that it will serve me well as a friday and weekend jacket from fall to ...