The year in prep – A review of 2011
2011 is almost at an end, so it’s time to look back at the past year and see how the prep landscape has changed. For us Londoners we’ve had a good year, with some great new store openings, a visit from the Tommy Hilfiger/Lisa Birnbach Prep World Tour, a Ralph Lauren sponsored Tweed Run and [...]
Red & Green tartan for Christmas
Red and green are the colours of Christmas time, but how to combine them successfully? This is the time of year when we faithfully rely on tartan to do the job for us. Yes, the Scots obviously knew long ago the best way to combine these two festive colours. Since there’s not many other times [...]
Attire 12 – winter boots
Come December, when the weather turns wild and unpredictable lace-ups and loafers just won’t cut it anymore. Ankles need more protection from the elements – there’s nothing worse than cold, wet socks. So I find myself wearing boots most of the winter months. Here’s three pairs to fit most situations: Loake wingtip chelsea boots (left) [...]
Nautical for 2012
It’s almost Christmas and aside from looking back at 2011, it’s also time to look forward to what 2012 has in store. To fill the gaps between Autumn/Winter and Spring/Summer collections many high fashion houses show a ‘Cruise Collection’. Aimed historically at people taking cruises South to warmer climes, these collections would often have a [...]
Competition – Ralph Lauren Fair Isle hat
Here in London, even as the temperature drops, I’m always dashing between the chill winds outside and the heat of the Tube or my workplace, so easily removable layers are essential. I’ve said it before but it’s worth reiterating since ‘layering’ is the mantra of all good preps. Not only does layering afford you the [...]
Attire 11 – Winter Layers
Sometimes function in clothing is key. When the winter months hit and the weather gets cold and wet you just have to layer up and get on with things. Although not the most streamlined of jackets, a duck down filled Penfield gilet will keep you snug and warm. When you don’t feel like getting out [...]
