George Cleverley (pictured above) came into the world on August 10th, 1898, born into a lineage of shoemakers in London. He moved to Colchester,...

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...

Following a spring clean of the car collections hosted by Mason & Sons, we have now reopened "The Garage" with, ahem… a garage. Whether you...

  Within the vast realm of spy fiction, a unique allure surrounds the archetype of the bespectacled secret agent. From the suave sophistication of James...

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...

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...

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)....

  By the time Steve McQueen had accepted the leading role in "The Thomas Crown Affair" (1968), he had not only used his acting skills...

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,...

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...

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...

  With party season not too far ahead of us, we thought it would be useful to run a review of the various options available...

To celebrate the 60th anniversary of the James Bond film franchise, Anthony Sinclair has created a 60-piece collection of essential spy-wear to commemorate 60 years...

From rock stars to royalty, the Aston Martin DB5 has gathered numerous notable owners throughout its 60 year history, seven of which we have listed...

  During the latter part of 2021, Anthony Sinclair introduced a Special Order version of the three-piece Glen Plaid suit, famously worn by Sean Connery...

  Established in 1970, the Linda Farrow brand emerged swiftly into the limelight as a purveyor of high-end eyewear. Linda Farrow, herself a former fashion...

  After almost a century in the optical industry, Oliver Goldsmith is a brand rooted in British heritage. With knowledge that has been passed down...

  British movie legend Peter Sellers had a passion for cars that bordered on obsession. It is said that by the age of 39, he'd...

  A man’s jacket is the sartorial equivalent of a lady’s handbag. They both offer style, status and a means of conveniently transporting personal belongings....

  Dressing top to toe in denim has long been considered a fashion faux pas, but the oft-derided look can be applauded when worn raw...

Peter Sellers wearing Oliver Goldsmith "Vice Consul" spectacles and Barleycorn Tweed Jacket In addition to his many attributes, and in contrast to the solemnity expressed...

Sean Connery and his tailor return for Diamonds Are Forever (1971) Following a brief sabbatical from MI6, Sean Connery returned to play the role of...

  In a speech during the Battle of Britain in August 1940, Winston Churchill paid tribute to the pilots of the Royal Air Force, famously...

  During Sean Connery's tenure as the world's favourite secret agent, he often found himself assigned to missions in warm environments. Thankfully, he was able...

  If you are planning to build a comprehensive wardrobe of clothing that has got all bases covered, it makes sense to start at the bottom....

  In 1881, a young 22-year-old entrepreneur, Kintaro Hattori, opened a clock repair shop in Japan. Thanks to his success, he founded his first factory...

  The classic grey melange loopback sweatshirt has made an interesting journey from the track, to the street, and into the comfort of our homes....

  Having reflected on the life of WWII Spitfire flying ace Douglas "Dogsbody" Bader in a previous article, we thought we'd take a closer look...

Steve McQueen undoubtedly earned his title as the “King of Cool”. Whatever he was wearing he seemed to exude an effortless sense of style. He...

  Sometimes in life you need to look serious. The addition of a waistcoat to your suit makes a statement. It says you mean business....