My Modern Darcy

Dear readers, one of the most intriguing discoveries I made in Paris this summer was not only the refined menswear and shoes crafted by remarkable French artisans, the exquisite perfumes from niche houses, or the vintage books hidden in famous flea markets and historic Parisian passages, but also a beautiful French tableware tradition known as “Terre de Fer”. The term translates roughly as “French ironstone”, it belongs to the broader family of traditional French earthenware

Dear readers, when discussing Parisian tailoring and French presidential style, there is another menswear maison I have to talk about — one that gave my recent trip to Paris an added sense of purpose, in particular, Parisian men’s style and refined menswear. Some time ago, I wrote a blog about a Parisian tailoring house whose suits were worn by President Emmanuel Macron during the early years of his presidency. This time, I visited another Parisian name associated with his

Dear readers, as contemporary life continues to evolve — and as technology-driven industries and new professions shape the way we work and live — simplicity and comfort have gradually become the default language of day-to-day menswear. Traditional soft accessories such as neckties, pocket squares, and silk scarves appear less frequently in the modern wardrobe, raising the question of whether these once-essential details, so familiar to our fathers’ and grandfathers’ generati

Dear readers, Paris is home to more than 100 museums, showcasing not only national treasures such as master paintings, sculptures, objets d’art, fashion, and jewellery, but also the quieter, more specialised forms of craftsmanship that often remain overlooked. For those who have already visited the city’s most familiar museums and are looking for something more distinctive, yet still deeply rooted in Parisian history and artistry, there is another destination worth discoveri

Dear readers, I have recently come across several YouTube vlogs about finding souvenirs in Paris that feel neither touristy nor cliché, but instead unique, thoughtful, and memorable. They were interesting, yet surprisingly, almost none of them spoke to refined menswear, especially in the world capital of fashion and couture. That made me wonder where one might find a piece of Parisian elegance in the form of beautifully made menswear, something to bring home as a lasting re

Dear readers, a few months ago, I came across a documentary by a German TV news network, DW, about the legendary Neuschwanstein Castle and the visionary spirit behind it, King Ludwig II of Bavaria. This program stirred something in me, particularly it brought back some of the vivid memories of my trip to Munich in April 2017; I still remember clearly that because of the story of this fairytale king, I have made a promise to myself that it is compulsory to visit all three of

Dear readers, for those of you who are seasoned watch collectors and connoisseurs, I suppose the Watches and Wonders in Geneva should be the expo you have pinned down in your diary as a highlight of this year in mid-April 2026. Beyond the excitement of seeing leading watch-making maisons unveil their innovative designs, one exhibitor in particular deserves a closer look, and that is the prestigious Swiss watchmaker, Eberhard & Co . The maison has selected their iconic timep

Dear readers, what comes to mind when you think of spring? Perhaps it is the season of new beginnings, the awakening of nature, and quiet rejuvenation. To me, it is also the season of entertaining, a time to open our homes, set a beautiful table, and celebrate with those we enjoy spending time with. With Easter sitting at the heart of the season, its joyful symbolism of renewal and rebirth pairs perfectly with pastel decorations, charming Easter eggs, soft home textiles, a

Dear readers, for most menswear connoisseurs, a new season means bringing a fresh breath of air into your wardrobe and re-energising your sensitivity and enjoyment of style, with new pieces and thoughtful combinations. In the world of classic menswear, especially tailoring, there is a clear framework that preserves formality and traditional silhouettes in order to respect the heritage of a tailoring house, but that does not mean that newness and creativity are absent. On th

Dear readers, cashmere has long been regarded as one of the most luxurious natural materials in the world, often described as “soft gold” or a “diamond fibre”, sourced from the undercoat of Capra hircus goats, primarily in Mongolia and the Himalayan regions, it is prized for its exceptional softness, lightness, and warmth; combined with its rarity, each goat produces only a small quantity of usable fibre during the spring moulting season, this makes cashmere one of the most v