Ay up lads. So it’s been a month since I got this Champion Reverse Weave black hoodie for my birthday, and I can say that it is well worth the ££. Everyone who owns one knows that wearing a cosy hoodie is like being hugged. Ok, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. I do think […]
A complete minimalist men’s capsule wardrobe around £1000? [Article / Video]
Is it possible to build a complete capsule wardrobe, with a minimalist, utilitarian aesthetic for £1000? While reflecting on how much less I spend on clothing nowadays, I couldn’t help but wonder: how much does an average person spend on clothes per year, at least in the UK? So I head to Google to try […]
Men’s capsule wardrobe essentials – Everyday shoes
There are certain items that form the core of a wardrobe, year round. These versatile workhorses are often labelled ‘basics’ or ‘essentials’. These are not hidden gems, but the foundation of any stylish capsule wardrobe. This mini-series of articles covers the capsule wardrobe essentials that I lean on continually. I was inspired to lay out […]
Viscose shirts for summer – Item of the Day
An under-appreciated aspect of fashion, and clothing in general, is the role that fabric and drape play. What frequently separates great items from poor imitations or executions is a bad composition. It is very important to look at those percentages on the care label! The information gives you handy clues to the longevity, functionality and […]
Sentimental items of clothing in a capsule wardrobe?
Sentimental items of clothing are a tricky business, whatever method of evaluation you use. With the KonMari method you hold an object and assess whether it ‘sparks joy’; you may be tempted to pack all your items away and keep only what you use. First of all, let’s define what we are talking about. Sentimentality […]