The Contemporary Gentleman
Quintessentially British. For years Alfred Dunhill has been crafting the vision of the contemporary gentleman.
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Gucci’s Most Iconic Features
Via del Parione, Florence, 1921. Having worked as a porter at the Savoy Hotel, London, where he handled luxurious luggage items from across the globe, the young and inspired Guccio Gucci opened his own leather goods store. By 1938 the success and popularity of Gucci’s Florentine base allowed for the opening of two further boutiques in Via Condotti, Rome.
Generations of Inspiration – Balenciaga Part. III
With such a unique approach to defining fashion, Cristóbal Balenciaga has inspired generations of designers and truly “shaped fashion”.
The Allure of a Hat – Balenciaga Part. II
Unlike most other ateliers of his time, Balenciaga’s hats were never outsourced. The exceptional designer was a man of many talents, and one who preferred a personal touch.
Architectural Genius, Unapologetically Unique – Balenciaga Part. I
Cudoni recently visited the V&A to explore the “Balenciaga: Shaping Fashion” exhibition. Open until February 2018, the exhibition marks 100 years since the opening of Cristóbal Balenciaga’s first fashion house in San Sebastian, and 80 years since the opening of his Parisian fashion house.
An Insight into Swiss Horlogerie
In 1868 the 27 year old American watchmaker, Florentine Ariosto Jones, founded the International Watch Company (IWC) in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. Since then, IWC have and continue to create internationally recognised masterpieces of haute horlogerie – from pocket watches to wrist watches – combining renowned Swiss craftsmanship with modern engineering technology and hydropower from the River Rhine.
Sometimes, it’s not a bag, it’s a feeling
In 1983, the husband of the English actress and singer, Jane Birkin, deliberately ran over her woven bag with his car. Tumultuous relationship aside, this began an encounter that would lead to a handbag revolution.
A Designer of Dreams
10.30am, February 12th, 1947. On this date Christian Dior presented his first collection at 30 Avenue Montaigne, Paris. The first of many to revolutionise fashion.
A History of the Red Sole
Pantone 18-1663 TPX. The rich rouge colour of Christian Louboutin’s sole is iconic. For three consecutive years the designer label won the “Most Prestigious Women’s Shoes” award, in 2007, 2008, and 2009.
Our Favourite Comeback Trends
“Fashions fade, styles is eternal” – Yves Saint Laurent. Some trends are made to reappear in the limelight and they deserve to be rediscovered from the depths of your wardrobe. Here’s our top selection of the biggest statement pieces making a comeback.