The modern era etymology of the word ‘value’ makes for a depressing conclusion. In its contemporary day-to-day usage ‘value’ has become synonymous with ‘low-cost’; when one says, ‘that’s good value for money’, too often they mean it was cheap, period. And that is a shame. Value should mean something very different. If we limit our...
A Beauty Named is a new concept thought up to shine light on women we believe are stylish, interesting, and talented in their own unique way. They represent a rare group who value the smallest treasures in life, whether it be a good meal, small fashion accessory, or photograph that inspires. Audrey Hepburn said it...
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May 13, 2013 • Comments Closed Let’s start at the very beginning, tender thirteen. My mother bought me this book, thrusting it to me, wrapped in navy blue paper. She had such pride and adulation at my becoming a man. She said that she raised me to be a gentleman, and that this book was somehow going to remind me of...
The subtlety of a good fitting shirt is as minute as the needle point used in sowing it all together. Not unlike the fine lines on a race car, a mans shirt hugs and wraps itself around the driver.The analogy rings truest in a custom shirt. Off the rack seldom allows for a perfect fit...
This edition kicks off our first installment of “A Gentleman’s Needs”. We’ve asked some of our closest friends, companions, and industry creatives to share with us their 10 needs for everyday living. The responses we received represent a electric plethora- everything from nail clippers to red wine and back. These may not be the fancier...
