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It's a Bullseye
Country Life magazine has published an article on the English Bull Terrier, which highlights the appearances made by the Mason & Sons bullies, Purdey (pictured), Lulu and Vesper, in various promotional campaigns spanning two decades.
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How to look dashing in a blazer
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....
The Canadian Tuxedo
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: An Unlikely Style Icon
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...
The Half Norfolk Gives your Wardrobe a Shot in the Arm
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...
John "Paddy" Hemingway - The Last of The Few
In a speech during the Battle of Britain in August 1940, Winston Churchill paid tribute to the pilots of the Royal Air Force, famously...
Re-minted: Lightweight Suits for a Heavy Hitter
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...
A Brief History of Gentlemen’s Briefs
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....
For Your Eyes Only: Seiko's Precise Story
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...
Keep Your Cool in a Loopback Sweatshirt
The classic grey melange loopback sweatshirt has made an interesting journey from the track, to the street, and into the comfort of our homes....
The Ace & The Alvis
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...
The waistcoat: A bulletproof investment
Sometimes in life you need to look serious. The addition of a waistcoat to your suit makes a statement. It says you mean business....
The Ace DB
To Aston Martin aficionados, the chance to travel at breakneck speed in something with the initials DB adorning the bodywork is an exciting prospect....
John Smedley: The World's Finest Knitwear
The brand that has been worn by everyone, from James Bond to Superman, has an incredible history. Peter Nightingale (related to Florence), and his...
Your Very Own Great Escape
On July 20th, 1963, an all-time classic movie was released. For gentlemen of a certain age, The Great Escape remains a favourite film, and...
007 Ways to Wear a Roll Neck
The John Smedley fine-gauge roll neck sweater is arguably the most versatile garment you could ever own. It is both smart, and casual, and...
The Persuaders: Aston v Ferrari
The Persuaders was a wildly popular British television series, filmed between May 1971 and June 1972, starring Roger Moore and Tony Curtis. Moore played the...
Sightseeing in Soho with Ed Scarlett
Our models, Scarlett and Amir, kindly presented the latest collection of Ed Scarlett spectacle frames and sunglasses in their natural habitat, Soho. Edward Scarlett opened...
Beautifying the Beautiful with Brexton Bespoke Luggage
The launch of the E-Type Jaguar in Geneva (1961) Following its introduction in March 1961, Enzo Ferrari is quoted as saying, "Jaguar's E-Type is the...
Real-Life Succession
To commemorate Father's Day, Flora Macdonald Johnston, Head of Editorial at Appear Here Magazine, interviewed David and Elliot Mason in their new Soho store to...
Billy Fiske: The American Who Died For England
William "Billy" Fiske was born on 14th June 1911 in Chicago, the son of a wealthy banking family whose ancestors had gone to America from...
A Fan of Flannel
Sean Connery's Bond was a fan of flannel. Throughout his tenure as the world's favourite secret agent, Connery worked the soft woollen cloth into...
VIDEO: Travelling in Style with Métier
As part of the launch of Métier London, the understated leather goods brand that’s unequivocally in its own league in today’s luxury world, David...
A Trilogy of Topcoats for Under Cover Spies
A recent Bonhams sale, featuring "The Personal Collection" of Sir Roger Moore, auctioned what is arguably the most iconic piece of his entire...
Girl Power
Aubrey Automobiles has announced the completion of ‘Aubrey 001’, a bespoke restoration of a 1973 Land Rover Series III 109 station wagon. Designed for...
Rallying the return of Motoluxe & the Teddy Bear Coat
British brand Motoluxe was established at the dawn of the automobile age, designing and making products to keep winter motorists warm, dry and comfortable. ...
An Introduction to Sliding
Illustrating the thrills and spills of sliding As a prelude to the 2014 Winter Olympic Games, I volunteered (in a moment of madness) to travel...
VIDEO: Motoluxe in St Moritz
In order to test the warmth, comfort and durability of Motoluxe Performance Tailoring, Ollie Mason, the youngest member of the Mason & Sons team,...
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...
Semi-Plain James
Sinclair fitting Connery with a midnight blue dinner suit for his upcoming role as 007 (1962) In addition to the iconic midnight blue dinner suit,...
Men's File Magazine meets Mr Fish
Since 2008, the cult magazine Men's File has explored the authentic roots of men's style. The founder, photographer and author, Nick Clements recently popped into...