On inspiration and Pinterest
Admission: I’m slightly obsessive compulsive. What can I say, I like organising things. I was the kid that always put his colouring pencils back in the correct order. I grew up to become a graphic designer, so I suppose ordering information is essentially my job. I’ve always collected graphic ephemera and packaging, I have piles [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Bean Boots on the Heath
The autumn leaves took a while to appear this year. Normally they start to turn from green to brown around September, but only now in mid November are those reds, yellows and browns really starting to show. I pulled on my Bean Boots and headed for a walk on Hampstead Heath on a wet and [...]
