Fine Things
The best 7 houseplants that any man can buy
There may come a time in a man’s life when he wants to care for and nurture a living thing. For some, it’s a child, others like a cat or dog, but for many men out there, a simple houseplant is more than enough. There are dozens and dozens of fantastic indoor plants that give […]
Finding Your Perfect Watch Doesn’t Need to Break the Bank
The watch worn on a gentleman’s wrist speaks volumes about who he is. It is an essential piece of his wardrobe and a subtle way of letting others know that he is courteous, punctual and lives his life with integrity. His watch is more than a timepiece-it is also a fashion statement. And yet, it […]
Why Cufflinks Matter
For the modern gentleman, suiting up isn’t merely a matter of selecting a set of clothes to wear for the day. Clothes express so much more; they reveal a hint of one’s personality and tell the world who he is that day (or perhaps who he would like to be). If it’s true that clothes […]
The Elements of Dandy Fashion
Dandy fashion has existed for several centuries, so it can’t rightly be called a new trend in men’s fashion. However, modern gentlemen are returning to many of the elements of dandy fashion that largely fell by the wayside over the past decade or so. The modern man isn’t content to merely get dressed each morning; […]
Time to be Different with a Filippo Loreti Watch
It takes a certain amount of chutzpah to take on an industry which has been around since 1770 is worth over $40bn in exports annually and is chock-full of names who have a lot more power and influence than you do. You have to have a certain level of personal confidence, you might develop a […]
How French King Louis XVIII Changed What You Wear
Louis XVIII had an interesting life. He was the King of France during the time Napoleon wanted to be its emperor, which meant he spent time in palaces and time in exile too. He died a pretty disgusting death; obesity, gout and gangrene no less. But he had one habit which still influences us today. […]
11 Things Every Man Should Own
What makes a gentleman? Some would say you have to be born into it. When such things mattered Elizabeth Bennet said of Mr. Darcy “He is a gentleman. I am a gentleman’s daughter, thus far we are equal”. But today things are different. Birth guarantees nothing. Nowadays we associate being a gentleman with a level […]
What Makes The Best First Impression
Whether you’re at a client meeting, a first date, or a party, we meet so many new people in our day to day lives. It doesn’t matter if you’ll only meet this person for 10 minutes and never see them again, making a great first impression which resonates is something that every man should make […]
The Best Gifts For Your Significant Other
Every gentleman knows that it is highly important to give their significant other thoughtful, tasteful and meaningful gifts on special occasions. Whether it’s their birthday, an anniversary or a holiday, marking the day has become synonymous with gift-giving. A common error for many men is assuming that gifts have to be flashy and expensive in […]
5 Ideas for Thoughtful Gifts
The secret to giving a great present, regardless of how much it cost, is to be thoughtful about it. Most men have trouble deciding what to get as gifts and end up with the common choices of fragrances, jewellery and electronics. Of course, there is nothing wrong with all those ideas, but you want the […]