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 Nº2 (CHRISTMAS EDITION): KEVIN McCALLISTER

He’s quite possibly the inspiration for many of Daiki Suzuki’s key A/W looks and the prototype for the landscape of today’s menswear. Classic and relaxed plaid button downs are teamed with great...

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I’ve fancied a pair of Cordovan shoes for some time now and after trying a few pairs of Alden Cordovan options on down the years I decided to take a risk and...

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Made from 100% two fold Egyptian cotton, the Sunspel SS Henley has quickly become my favourite t-shirt. It’s a perfect fit, with a perfect sleeve length and nice straight body. It sits...

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Top gifting from the wife for our 1st (Paper) wedding anniversary. The beautiful notebook above is from the classic French publisher Assouline and will be receiving all my notes and drafts for...

LEATHER NOTES

A new bag landed on my doorstep the other week direct from Hermosa Beach’s finest. I posted about this bag a few weeks ago as it’s currently available from Oi Polloi in...

ASTIER DE VILLATTE

Time for another homewares break. I stumbled across this brand in Liberty at the weekend and it really struck a chord with me. Liberty stock a large range of their ceramic ware....

THE FABRIC, FOOD & FACE OF SCOTLAND

Autumn finally showed up last week during a short trip to N.Y. (North Yorkshire) and what better way to greet it than with a selection of Scottish fabrics. Adding to the Harris...

CAKE BREAKS

Taking another brief interval from clobber to introduce you to the baker and creator of the amazing cakes you see above and below; Miss Ruth Bartlett of The Tasty 12 Inch (and Our...

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