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The Complete Guide To Cashmere
The Definitive Cashmere Guide We’re constantly being sold the virtues of cashmere – from its unrivalled softness to its comforting warmth – but what exactly makes this wool so superior? How is it different to regular sheep’s wool, and why is it so much more costly? Who does quality cashmere and how can I wear … Continue reading The Complete Guide To Cashmere
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Christopher Raeburn: New Artistic Director Of Victorinox
Christopher Raeburn Appointed Artistic Director Of Victorinox Iconic Swiss label Victorinox announced this week that British designer Christopher Raeburn is due to take over as creative director of the brand. Founded in 1884 by Karl Elsener, the label earned a solid reputation for its high-quality Swiss army knives, and today offers a wide range of … Continue reading Christopher Raeburn: New Artistic Director Of Victorinox
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Savile Row, Woolmark & St. James’s AW14: London Collections
The English Gentleman Savile Row’s finest used Whitehall’s War Rooms to deliver an atmospheric presentation at London Collections: MEN. Alongside Woolmark and the tailors of St. James’, British tradition was on show from the tactical hub of Winston Churchill’s wartime effort. Anderson & Sheppard, H. Huntsman & Sons, Henry Poole & CO. and Chittleborough & … Continue reading Savile Row, Woolmark & St. James’s AW14: London Collections
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The Top 10 Collections From London Collections: Men AW15
The Best Of LC:M Friday 9th of January saw the start of the much anticipated biannual London Collections: Men (LC:M) event, with key players in British and international design showing their forthcoming autumn/winter 2015 offerings. Expanding to a four-day schedule for the first time, LC:M reaffirmed London’s position as a global fashion powerhouse, with collections … Continue reading The Top 10 Collections From London Collections: Men AW15
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6 British Men’s Formal Wear Brands You Should Know
As the days have become shorter over the past few months, you’ve likely been pushing your summer essentials back to the dark recesses of your wardrobe. Roll-sleeved tees have been swapped for long-sleeved merino knits and super lightweight bombers have been packed away as woollen overcoats and shearling jackets take precedence. Now, with the festive … Continue reading 6 British Men’s Formal Wear Brands You Should Know
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Men’s Autumn/Winter 2014 Accessory Trends
5 Key Accessory Trends For AW14 As the dark evenings close in and warm summer days and lighter layers become a distant memory, our thoughts naturally begin to turn to prepping our wardrobe for winter. Accessories come into their own during the cold-weather season – we layer up with scarves, hats and gloves to keep … Continue reading Men’s Autumn/Winter 2014 Accessory Trends
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Men’s AW14 Sports Luxe Style
Urban Athletic: The Evolution Of Sporty Street Wear It’s no secret that sportswear is big news in menswear these days, with everyone seemingly bandying around the term ‘sports luxe’ with wild abandon. Although this movement has been prevalent for more than a few successive seasons, like all men’s trends it has evolved at a steady … Continue reading Men’s AW14 Sports Luxe Style
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First Look: River Island x Jack Hughes & AW14 Campaign
Young Fashion Chain Gives Collection Double Push Fashion retail chain River Island has landed a series of exclusive illustrations from popular London-based artist Jack Hughes. The 25-year-old, who has previously worked with the likes of Mr Porter, Burberry and The New York Times, has recreated looks from the label’s AW14 collection in his signature style. … Continue reading First Look: River Island x Jack Hughes & AW14 Campaign
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The Very Best Men’s Designer Luggage Brands
On The Case: Stylish Luggage Dizzying jet-lag, endless check-in queues, forgetting your toothbrush, missing your connection – the more mundane aspects of modern travel can be trying at the best of times, even for the most seasoned of jet-setters. Make sure you reduce the chances of adding lost luggage to your travel woes, by investing … Continue reading The Very Best Men’s Designer Luggage Brands
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5 Key Men’s Fashion Trends From London Collections: Men SS15
Trends To Watch: SS15 New shoes, blistered feet, sharp tailoring, Nyetimber fizz and Quintessentially Vodka cocktails… it can only mean one thing: London Collections: Men (LC:M). The UK’s three day menswear extravaganza has been garnering more attention every season, and last week’s spring/summer 2015 showcase saw more well-turned-out gents attend the event’s runway shows and … Continue reading 5 Key Men’s Fashion Trends From London Collections: Men SS15
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Key Collections From London Collections: Men SS15
Key SS15 Collections & The Finer Details This season’s London Collections: Men once again demonstrated the British capital’s prowess in the menswear arena, with its juxtaposing mix of traditional tailoring and cutting-edge design. In part one, we examined some of the key trends and themes from this season’s showcase. In this instalment, we take a … Continue reading Key Collections From London Collections: Men SS15
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Men’s 1950s-Inspired Summer Style
Style Decades Revisited: The Fifties It’s a commonly held belief that fashion moves in circles, and any keen observer of the industry will know that this statement rings true. The style barometer in menswear has been leaning significantly towards the decades of yesteryear in recent seasons, with retro eras providing key sources of inspiration for … Continue reading Men’s 1950s-Inspired Summer Style
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How To Wear Printed Legwear
Statement Legwear If the past few season’s runways are anything to go by, we’ve been given a firm message that we all could do with a little print and pattern in our lives. While many a conservative gent will wince at the idea of donning florals, at the opposite end of the spectrum, there are … Continue reading How To Wear Printed Legwear
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Dressing For The Occasion: Modern Office Attire – Part Two
A Guide To Modern Office Attire Office dress today is not the straightforward affair it once was. Depending on your industry (and often your city), business attire has evolved beyond the obligatory dark tailoring, solid tie and white shirt, with individuals now dressing to suit their profession and express their personality. In part one we … Continue reading Dressing For The Occasion: Modern Office Attire – Part Two
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Dressing For The Occasion: Modern Office Attire – Part One
A Guide To Modern Office Attire For many of us, gone are the days when pulling on your work uniform was a simple process: dark suit, white shirt, hard briefcase, black shoes. OK, so men who work in corporate environments will still regard this as the basis of their nine-to-five looks, but modern office wear … Continue reading Dressing For The Occasion: Modern Office Attire – Part One
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Men’s SS14 Fashion Trend: Pop-Colour Footwear
An Unexpected Pop Of Colour Today’s modern gent is embracing colour like never before, so it should come as little surprise that footwear has a received a bold-tone rework for SS14. From formal to casual styles, ubiquitous shades of tan and black have been conspicuously peppered with flashes of cobalt, canary yellow and neon orange, … Continue reading Men’s SS14 Fashion Trend: Pop-Colour Footwear
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Suitcase Essentials: The Spring City Break
City Break Style When you’re only away for a few days with limited luggage space, planning your weekend wardrobe essentials can often be a more taxing affair than prepping for a long-haul trip. Yet here at FashionBeans, we aim to take the hassle out of this most dreaded of travel preparations (aside from the obligatory … Continue reading Suitcase Essentials: The Spring City Break
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Uniforms For The Dedicated Menswear: SS14 Collection
Uniforms For The Dedicated Spring/Summer 2014 Fredrik Wikholm, Creative Director of Uniforms For The Dedicated, has revealed the Swedish label’s SS14 collection in an exclusive interview with FashionBeans. The 95-piece collection, entitled ‘We’re Ok & The Smoking Fox’, has been inspired by the self-assured modern man. The character of the ‘The Smoking Fox’ is central … Continue reading Uniforms For The Dedicated Menswear: SS14 Collection
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Outfit Inspiration: Après-Ski Dressing
Style Off The Slopes It’s about that time of year when many of us consider hitting the (hopefully) freshly-powdered slopes of the world’s alpine regions to engage in some snow-based sportsmanship. Yet a switch to mountainous surrounds and the unforgiving winds/sub-zero temperatures it brings with it can see usually well dressed men abandon their wardrobe … Continue reading Outfit Inspiration: Après-Ski Dressing
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Trending Fabrics In Modern Menswear: Part 2
Welcome To The Future Of Fabrication Fabrics play a key role in how we dress – some materials are worn for their practical and functional attributes, while others serve more aesthetic desires. A stronger influence than cut and colour, designers are continually experimenting to reinvent age-old fabrics with fresh identities, or creating entirely new materials … Continue reading Trending Fabrics In Modern Menswear: Part 2
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Trending Fabrics In Modern Menswear: Part 1
Trending Fabrics In Modern Menswear For the sartorially-inclined male, fashion is a fickle master that consumes many hours of his life. For some, it’s about the pursuit of the timeless investment piece, for others it’s seeking the new and now. Fabrics play a pivotal role in how we dress and are often a stronger influence … Continue reading Trending Fabrics In Modern Menswear: Part 1
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YMC AW14 – London Collections: MEN
YMC Autumn/Winter 2014 Anti-trend apparel line YMC revealed an AW14 collection of understated functionality at its London Collections: MEN show. Teaming up with Swedish label Grunden, the label previewed rubberised macs fit for the British climate, while acknowledging the current fisherman mood in menswear. Particular emphasis was placed on the Air Sea Rescue coat, Beach … Continue reading YMC AW14 – London Collections: MEN
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FashionBeans x Burberry Prorsum AW14: Access All Areas
Burberry Prorsum Autumn/Winter 2014 One of the most illustrious British brands with a pedigree harking back to 1856, the House of Burberry is a truly dynamic force in the field of modern fashion design. With its pioneering ethos, the label has firmly made its mark on the menswear industry, fusing a legacy of iconic heritage … Continue reading FashionBeans x Burberry Prorsum AW14: Access All Areas
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Burberry Prorsum AW14: Key Themes & Pieces
Burberry Prorsum Autumn/Winter 2014 In part one of our exclusive look at Burberry Prorsum’s AW14 menswear collection, we provided you with unrivalled backstage access to the most anticipated showcase at this year’s London Collections: MEN, as well as an interview with Chief Creative Officer Christopher Bailey. Here, in part two, we identify and explore the … Continue reading Burberry Prorsum AW14: Key Themes & Pieces
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Hackett AW14 – London Collections: MEN
Hackett Autumn/Winter 2014 Hackett London used this year’s London Collections: MEN as its chance to further cement a place in menswear, just weeks after opening a new flagship store. The label delivered an impeccable showcase at the Freemason’s Hall on Great Queen Street this Tuesday as part of the seasonal event. Under the direction of … Continue reading Hackett AW14 – London Collections: MEN
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Topman Design AW14 – London Collections: MEN
Topman Design Autumn/Winter 2014 Topman Design opened its highly anticipated AW14 show on the first day of London Collections: MEN with a splash of theatre. The offering was in stark contrast to last season’s theme of ‘techno cowboy’. The AW14 collection showcased a variety of elements the brand is known to excel in, including structured … Continue reading Topman Design AW14 – London Collections: MEN
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L’Estrange L’E Shop Christmas Pop-Up
L’Estrange L’E Shop Christmas Pop-Up Event Shane C. Kurup
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Norwegian Rain x COAL
The Harvey Nichols Rain Project Norwegian Rain is setting up shop in Harvey Nichols as part of the Scandinavian brand’s first venture into the British fashion market. The award-winning outerwear label is staking its claim with a pop-up space in the Knightsbridge store, set to run to the 8th of January to coincide with the … Continue reading Norwegian Rain x COAL
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Dressing For The Occasion: Black Tie – Part Two
The Finishing Touches Black tie is a dress code we rarely have use for in today’s world of relaxed sartorial standards, but when the occasion calls to dapper-up, do you know your barathea silk from your satin or how to handle a bow tie that isn’t a clip-on? In part one, we examined the composite … Continue reading Dressing For The Occasion: Black Tie – Part Two
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Dressing For The Occasion: Black Tie – Part One
Introduction Tuxedo, dinner suit, black tie, cravat noir… Call it what you will, this formal code of dress is probably the smartest ensemble most modern men are expected to don during their sartorial career. With a lack of regular occasions to wear black tie nowadays, many younger gents may be unfamiliar with the art of … Continue reading Dressing For The Occasion: Black Tie – Part One
