Written by Giang Cao on 9 Oct 2012
Since its my job to Wikipedia things, here are some facts about the common bucket hat. You can trace back the origins of the bucket hat to Ireland, where fishermen and farmers wore the soft cotton hat to protect themselves to the rain and sun. Apparently, eyelets found on the sides are supposed to aid in ventilation. Sean Connery looked badass in one as Indiana…
Written by Giang Cao on 22 Aug 2012
Recently discovered the wonderfully insane world of menswear and have no idea what the hell people are talking about? Menswear bloggers seem to speak their own language and if you’re new to it, you’re most likely scratching your head wondering “what the hell is mewelry?!”. Rather than opening up your Netscape Navigator and asking Jeeves, here’s an easy A-Z guide of #menswear ready for your…
Written by Giang Cao on 17 Aug 2012
Are any of your rooms feeling a little sad and smelling kinda stale? Trying lighting up a candle to brighten things up. They’re an inexpensive and effective way to add warmth and a sophisticated ambience to any living space – a sure fire way to impress any visitor. Rather than the cloyingly perfumed ones you’ll find a packet of six, well made candles provide a…
Written by Giang Cao on 8 Aug 2012
The bomber may be a menswear classic, but for fall 2012 it was the Air Force-inspired leather styles that truly stormed the runway. Take advantage of its clean shape and cropped length and make it a staple this winter. Read on for the full report.
Written by Giang Cao on 6 Aug 2012
It’s official: Country Road now ships internationally. It comes as great news for all those Australian expats living overseas (like myself) who have come to miss the colourful basics and affordable staples that Country Road are famous for back home. It also begs the question: Is Country Road ready to take on the international market it had failed to do so a decade ago? Granted…
Written by Giang Cao on 3 Aug 2012
While there is very much a practical reason to switch up to lighter and more breathable fabrics during the warmer months, summer fabrics have their own distinctive personality that suits the carefree nature of enjoying the sun. Summer dressing is all about ease, comfort and simplicity – and that’s hard to do when you don’t have a basic understanding of how your clothes work in…
Written by Giang Cao on 1 Aug 2012
Celebrate the sun in ease and style by taking inspiration from the classic menswear looks in The Talented Mr. Ripley. From trim shorts to the right pair of sunglasses; here's what you need to channel the mood of an American playboy living it up in Italy.
Written by Giang Cao on 31 Jul 2012
Just as J.Crew opens its online doors to the world, the all-American retailer enrolls street style power couple Garance Dore and Scott Schuman to canvas the globe for the tastemakers that sport J.Crew. The international tour takes them from Berlin to Hong Kong, London to Sydney, visiting some of the most stylish people in the world and providing us a glimpse into their everyday styles…
Written by Giang Cao on 31 Jul 2012
If you aren’t lucky enough to put down the dough for one of Patrick Johnson’s made to measure suits then you’ll be happy to learn that the Australian tailoring house opened up their online store. The offering is slim but focused; pochettes in a smattering of colours and patterns plus a range of ties from their ongoing collaboration with Drakes. All perfect accessories for the…
Written by Giang Cao on 30 Jul 2012
Go bold or go home seems to be the mantra for Calibre’s spring / summer 2012 collection. It seems apt for the Olympics are just getting started and Australians are ready to set a statement about who we are and what we represent. We already know what kind of bar was set at the opening ceremony, but what do real Australian men wear on a…
