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Steve McQueen and the 1964 ISDT
In 1964, Steve McQueen was not just a Hollywood star; he was also an avid motorcyclist with a deep love for racing. That year, he represented the United States at the International Six Days Trial (ISDT).
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Hanhart 417 ES: The Return of a Legend
Famously worn and cherished by Steve McQueen, the Hanhart 417 ES has become something of a legend in the world of horology. McQueen wore the watch in many of the iconic...
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Steve McQueen and the 1964 ISDT
In 1964, Steve McQueen was not just a Hollywood star; he was also an avid motorcyclist with a deep love for racing. That year, he...
Hanhart 417 ES: The Return of a Legend
Famously worn and cherished by Steve McQueen, the Hanhart 417 ES has become something of a legend in the world of horology. McQueen wore the watch...
Introducing: Kirk & Kirk Eyewear
Kirk & Kirk is a name that resonates with those who value high-quality, innovative eyewear. Operated by husband and wife team Jason and Karen Kirk, this...
Bennett Winch: Bond's Bag Maker
Bennett Winch is a British luxury brand, founded in 2014 by Robin Bennett and Robin Winch. The brand was born out of a shared desire...
BSA is Back: A Star is Reborn
One of the highlights of the 007 movie "Thunderball" was the sight of leather-clad Bond girl Fiona Volpe (played by Luciana Paluzzi) astride a...
COOL-RAY: The Original Clip-On Lenses
COOL-RAY was founded in 1942, and was the originator of polarised sunglasses as we know them today. The product was the result of a collaboration...
It's a Bullseye
With the brawn of a bulldog and the brains of a terrier, this much-maligned breed has the ability to rouse adulation or antipathy. Yet beneath...
Triumph: The Movie Star Motorcycle
Founded in 1902, Triumph is not only one of the world's oldest and most recognised motorcycle brands, their ruggedly handsome machines possess a natural screen...
How Slim Aarons Captured High Society
George "Slim" Aarons was an American photographer who captured images of the leading socialites and celebrities of the 20th century. He was born on 29th...
The History of Sunspel: Estd. 1860
Sunspel is a British luxury clothing brand with a proud heritage of innovation. Since 1860, the company has been crafting elevated wardrobe essentials from the...
Summer Suits by Pope & Bradley
The sun finally began to shine in London this week, so we thought we should remind everyone of the Spring/Summer collection of suits offered by...
Birth of the Cool: Suckers for Seersucker
Miles Davis knew the secret of staying on track when things got hot, dressing in both linen and the coolest of cotton cloth, seersucker....
Amalgam Collection: The World's Finest Model Cars
Emerging from the fertile grounds of architecture and product design, Amalgam Collection has ascended in the past decade to become the paragon of model...
The Prettiest Car
For classic car junkies, The Italian Job is undeniably a film that fuels the addiction. From the opening scene featuring the brilliant "Aranico" Lamborghini...
Mr Fish: Making a Splash in The Italian Job
The Italian Job was filmed in 1969, long before product placement and brand sponsorship became the industry it is today, but somehow, Michael Caine’s...
Mutt Motorcycles: A Mongrel with Pedigree
This British company, launched in 2013, has swiftly risen to prominence in the world of retro-styled motorcycles. Known for their vintage aesthetics, robust engineering, and...
Linen: Perfect for Sticky Situations
James Bond has worn linen throughout his cinematic career - from dinner jacket to drawstring pants - keeping cool when the heat is on....
George Cleverley - Bespoke Shoemaker
George Cleverley (pictured above) came into the world on August 10th, 1898, born into a lineage of shoemakers in London. He moved to Colchester,...
Introducing Arterton: The Masters of Wardrobe Care
DESIDERATA (noun.): something to be desired, from mid-17th century Latin. Arterton define themselves as a London-based design atelier of sartorial and lifestyle "desiderata". They have...
Going Underground
Following a spring clean of the car collections hosted by Mason & Sons, we have now reopened "The Garage" with, ahem… a garage. Whether you...
Eye Spy: The Bespectacled Secret Agent
Within the vast realm of spy fiction, a unique allure surrounds the archetype of the bespectacled secret agent. From the suave sophistication of James...
James Bond and Sunseeker
As a naval commander, you'd expect 007 to know a thing or two about seafaring vessels. When it comes to motor yachts, British brand Sunseeker...
The Thomas Crown Timepieces
Steve McQueen's "Thomas Crown" style didn't stop with the clothes, it extended to all facets of the film including the unusual and distinctive watches. The...
Global Domination
The style elements encompassed in “The Thomas Crown Affair” run through the character’s wardrobe, garage, and his study (which is dominated by a magnificent globe)....
Meyers Manx & The Thomas Crown Affair
By the time Steve McQueen had accepted the leading role in "The Thomas Crown Affair" (1968), he had not only used his acting skills...
Thomas Crown & The 007 Affair
Probably the most obvious connection between the fictional style icons James Bond and Thomas Crown is that Irish actor Pierce Brosnan has played both roles,...
How the King of Cool was Crowned
The Thomas Crown Affair is often lauded as the most stylish film ever made. Screenwriter Alan Trustman had originally penned the story under the assumption...
Corduroy's Tough Journey - From Manchester to Matera
Daniel Craig test-drives his corduroy suit on location in Matera, Italy (2019) From the dark satanic mills of Northern England to the rocky hills of...
How to Colour Code Black Tie
With party season not too far ahead of us, we thought it would be useful to run a review of the various options available...
What to Wear Behind the Wheel of a DB5
J.B. with G.B. Aston One of the most popular outfits ever produced by Anthony Sinclair for Sean Connery has been recreated to form part of...