Traditional Gansey Patterns: The Fabric of a Nation

The intricate world of fashion is as vast and varied as the seven seas. Yet, every now and then, a singular style emerges from the depths, casting its net far and wide,...

Gansey: Guernsey fisherman’s jumpers and sweaters guide

Last month the better half and I decided we needed a little rest so we headed up north to Whitby in North Yorkshire. While we were there we took note of some...

Guernsey Fishermen: Traditional Clothing and Maritime Heritage

Nestled in the sea, the island of Guernsey tells a tale soaked in salty maritime traditions. Fishermen, braving the waves, have long been part of this story, dressed in their unique array...

Mont Bell

My attention has recently been drawn to lightweight, technical outdoor Japanese brand Mont Bell. The brand was founded by climber Isarmu Tatsura in 1975 and they produce garments that focus on an...

E.G. SPECIAL PART FOUR: EVERYDAY SHIRT

Earlier this year The Bureau got a good update of E.G. Workaday stuff in, with a couple of new styles added to the offering. I made a few purchases from the selection;...

E.G. SPECIAL PART THREE: BAL COAT

What happens when Bet Lynch meets Travis Bickle? The answer? This season’s Engineered Garments Bal Coat. Ain’t it something? Sadly this version is Japan only, but the Bureau are carrying a nice...

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GOLDEN GARB Nº5: MR. NOISY

Some people call him the loudest person in Wobbletown, but I would call the man a purist. They say any great structure starts with a solid foundation and an outfit is no...

“ONE WEEK COORDINATES OF DAIKI SUZUKI”

The March issue of Popeye Magazine landed on these shores recently and it focuses on street style snaps of ‘City Boys’ in their day-to-day gear. One such ‘City Boy’ is Engineered Garment’s Daiki...

THE THINKING MAN’S INDY BOOT?

Alden Tanker Boots: The thinking man’s Indy boot? They’re not nearly as iconic as cinema’s most famous work boot, but I’d like to think they’re what Junior might favour for a Marshall College...

TWO WAYS

Here’s some lovely pictures of S.E.H Kelly’s beautiful Two-way Irish Linen jacket from Japanese retailer Acoustics. The fabric choice makes this a stand-out piece for Summer – a wonderful Irish Herringbone Linen...

SHORT CUT TO THE STONEWASH

I rarely get excited by denim. I understand what the fuss is about, but I would rather focus energies on other parts of my wardrobe – mainly shoes – and choose simple...

DETAIL CITY

Mr. Suzuki loves a detail, and he’s packed a lot into this seemingly simple field jacket from Engineered Garments SS13 collection. Amongst many details of the High Count 60/40 Field Jacket are...

FORGET THE FLOWERS

As the expected Spring Summer flush of on-trend floral patterns – both big and small – washes in to stores, one brand that continues to march to the beat of it’s own...

GROWN UPS

If anyone is interested in looking at pictures of how proper grown ups dress, head on over to The Armoury’s Lightbox Tumblr for a visual masterclass. I’ve pretty much lost my entire...

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