

Majestic elegance of Highgrove Gardens – “Daphne Bouquet” by Penhaligon’s
Dear readers, what could be more luxurious than completing a refined summer ensemble with a touch of sumptuous fragrance? Imagine a...


Haute couture legacy revisited – "Worth: Inventing Haute Couture" Exhibition, Paris
Dear readers, this time of year always reminds me of Paris, where every summer brings a style, or fashion-related exhibition that...


Stohrer Paris — the historic Parisian pâtisserie, and the book
Dear readers, July is a month to celebrate French culture, especially since France’s national day was just yesterday, so let’s keep the...


François Coty – the French perfumer and businessman, the book, and his perfume
Dear readers, in the world of refined menswear, many of us tend to gravitate toward the designer and the tailor behind a brand, whether...


Artisanal beauty of a white shirt – Bourrienne Paris X, Paris
Dear readers, what do you consider the most essential piece in a gentleman’s wardrobe? To me, it is always a well-tailored, crisp white...