Limited Edition: Barneys New York’s reinterpretation of the Stan Smith sneaker

A new spin to the iconic Stan Smith and Superstar. Over the years, fashion has embraced casual footwear to a greater and greater extent. In 1965, adidas introduced the first all-leather performance tennis shoe–a model that would later come to bear Stan Smith’s name. In 1971, Smith won his first major, the men’s singles title at … Read more

Breguet Perles Impériales High Jewellery

Timepieces for royalty. In 2016, Swiss manufacturer of luxury watches Breguet is paying homage to Empress Josephine of France – distinguished client of the House of Breguet. Joséphine de Beauharnais, the first wife of Napoleon I, was the first Empress of the French. Josephine was a prominent in Parisian social circles during the 1790s. The … Read more

London Collections Men: Jermyn Street Catwalk Show

St James’s remains the heart and home of discerning British menswear. June 11th 2016 saw Jermyn Street, in the heart of London’s West End, transformed into an open air catwalk as St James’s hosted four men’s fashion shows celebrating London Collections Men. VIP guests included the likes of David Gandy, Jim Chapman, Hu Bing, Caroline … Read more

Aspinal of London x Cunard

Aspinal of London x Cunard launch co-branded travel collection. Cunard and high-end lifestyle brand Aspinal of London teamed up for “an indulgent retail experience.” The Quintessentially British premium lifestyle brands collaborate on board the majestically remastered Queen Mary 2. The co-branded Cunard and Aspinal collection will feature one of Aspinal’s most iconic items, their refillable … Read more

Acqua di Parma 100° Anniversario: Colonia Sandalo Concentrée

1916-2016. A HUNDRED YEARS OF ACQUA DI PARMA Colonia meet the smooth sandalwood in Acqua Di Parma Colonia Sandalo Concentrée. An unexpected and intriguing result, Acqua Di Parma Colonia Sandalo Concentrée is an original reinterpretation of Acqua di Parma’s iconic fragrance, Colonia Sandalo. The perfume celebrates Acqua di Parma’s “century of elegance, craftsmanship and pure … Read more

Christopher Bailey: from Burberry chief executive to chief hatchet man

Fashion brand’s profit fall prompts bolder thinking from Bailey, who could use a retail specialist to help him turn things around