https://www.scmp.com/rss/323331/feed Embrace your inner dandy with our practical men’s styling tips en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com When Prince William appeared alongside his wife, Catherine the Princess of Wales, in a star-studded video to Team GB posted on Instagram at the end of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, it wasn’t just the congratulatory message that caught viewers’ attention. Fans of royals were quick to comment on the Prince of Wales’ unusually rugged look as he praised the performance of British Olympians. Standing next to his wife, he sported a brand-new beard and was clad in a blue polo shirt adorned with the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3278219/prince-williams-olympics-stubble-sparked-frenzy-heres-tips-keeping-your-beard-slick-and-shiny?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/celebrity-style/article/3278219/prince-williams-olympics-stubble-sparked-frenzy-heres-tips-keeping-your-beard-slick-and-shiny?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 14 Sep 2024 20:00:10 +0000 When Yohei Fukuda left for England more than a decade ago to learn his trade as a master leather shoemaker, he could hardly have imagined that his native Japan would one day become a leader in this traditionally European art. “The number of bespoke shoe workshops has been booming in Japan in the past few years,” explained the elegant-looking bald and mustachioed 37-year-old, sporting a smart shirt and tie under a dark-blue work apron. “There are at least 40 in Tokyo today and maybe as many as... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2121089/why-japan-leading-boom-bespoke-footwear?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2121089/why-japan-leading-boom-bespoke-footwear?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 22 Nov 2017 08:56:02 +0000 Today, fashion tends to gravitate towards the more casual attire, and now there are things such as luxury tracksuits. With the rise of the social media, tech giants and global warming, the workplace has become a more casual place where one can find beanbags and sleeping pods which aim to promote a fun and care-free work environment. In Hong Kong, the weather is hot and the suit is sometimes viewed as old-fashioned and impractical. But I disagree. The modern suit was invented some 200 years ago,... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2119818/are-suits-outdated-never-despite-rise-athleisure?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2119818/are-suits-outdated-never-despite-rise-athleisure?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Nov 2017 00:30:58 +0000 Guys, don’t shy away from proper grooming if you want to breathe new life into your tired old face. The soap and water routine only serves to dry your skin out – and triggers more wrinkles. Here are five easy-to-use skin care routines to provide a much-needed facelift. Cleansers Your skin is covered in dirt, dried sweat and nasty pollutants that come from living in the city. Water isn’t going to get rid of that. Scrubbing up to remove dead skin cells and even out the surface of your skin will... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2103893/five-mens-skin-products-both-metro-and-masculine?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2103893/five-mens-skin-products-both-metro-and-masculine?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 25 Jul 2017 01:45:45 +0000 One of our favourite tailors will be going bespoke in Hong Kong. Gieves & Hawkes has opened a private tailoring store at the Mandarin Oriental, where the brand can devote the time, attention and intimacy required for bespoke commissions. Clients can expect a full consultation during which personal style preference and lifestyle needs will be discussed, not to mention fabric selection and of course, comprehensive body measurements. What wardrobe staples should every gentleman have? Final... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2074333/gieves-hawkes-opens-private-tailoring-store-mandarin?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2074333/gieves-hawkes-opens-private-tailoring-store-mandarin?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 28 Feb 2017 00:30:00 +0000 Once the preserve of nobles and royals of both sexes – Boucheron and Van Cleef & Arpels can recall massive orders of spectacular necklaces and brooches from maharajas out to impress others with signs of their power – the jewellery scene is dominated by women today. If a man was ever involved, it was likely to be while whipping out his credit card out to pay for a purchase or going down on one knee to propose. That’s starting to change, with more jewellery brands eager to cater to men’s needs and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches-jewellery/article/2071048/luxury-brands-are-leading-boom-mens-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/watches-jewellery/article/2071048/luxury-brands-are-leading-boom-mens-jewellery?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 15 Feb 2017 06:15:30 +0000 Even the most dapper among us need a little expert advice on the season's best trends. STYLE took editor David Vetter to Lane Crawford to push his fashion boundaries.  Personal shopper Crystal Chan was on-hand to guide Vetter, who describes his style as "functional at best".  We put together three looks for Vetter: workday chic, weekend cool and black tie. "Military is a big trend this season," Chan says. "Dries Van Noten, for example, updates the classic military look." "The other big... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2056599/suit-or-dress-down-wardrobe-essentials-gentleman?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2056599/suit-or-dress-down-wardrobe-essentials-gentleman?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 22 Dec 2016 09:45:00 +0000 SA.AL&CO features five facial and body essentials for daily routines, all produced in Austria in small batch sizes in order to keep contents fresh. Belgian designer Christophe Coppens collaborates with JOYCE on artistic project Realising the increasing needs of the modern man, the brand provides a bespoke men’s skincare line with a masculine aluminium outlook that matches the aesthetics of the sophisticated man while keeping sustainability in mind by using recyclable packaging. The products are... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2051737/joyce-beauty-presents-austrian-luxury-mens-skincare?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2051737/joyce-beauty-presents-austrian-luxury-mens-skincare?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 05 Dec 2016 02:45:15 +0000 There is something languorously luxurious about taking the time to do a traditional wet shave. Just like getting a bespoke suit made rather than simply buying off the rack, there is a certain satisfaction that comes with spending the time (and the money, if you’re getting it done by a professional) on getting a proper, old-school shave. Late last month, the skincare brand Selvedge Grooming launched in Hong Kong with a special pop-up event at Era Barbers, where master barber Lee David Stephens... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2043047/why-are-old-fashioned-shaves-worth-time-and-money?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2043047/why-are-old-fashioned-shaves-worth-time-and-money?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Nov 2016 09:30:15 +0000 Salvatore Ferragamo is celebrating its craftsmanship with the launch of a made-to-order Tramezza men’s shoe project. It’s a reinterpretation of the brand’s iconic Tramezza men’s shoes. The made-to-order project features the Oxford, the Double Monkstrap and the Monkstrap boot. The brand is offering detailed customisation of each style, material, colour and buckle finish, along with personalised lettering on the sole. The emphasis is on the finest materials, prestige detailing, clean lines and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2023672/looking-mans-sole?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/2023672/looking-mans-sole?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Oct 2016 13:30:15 +0000 Get inspired by our stylish guests Mark Lui, Akim Mousterou and Luigi Solito of Sartoria Solito. Read about their personal preferences and pick your favourite items to invest in.   Mark Lui, celebrated composer Playfulness and fun are the foundation of Lui’s fashion sense. As a composer, he sees everything as a process of creation. Fashion to him is a game that involves creative mixing-and-matching and playing with classic items to create a fresh look. “My wardrobe is full of suits, dress... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2025705/gentlemens-class-what-wardrobe-staples-should-every?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/2025705/gentlemens-class-what-wardrobe-staples-should-every?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 06 Oct 2016 09:30:45 +0000 Aimed to redefine the meaning of true sartorial luxury in a unique haven, Attire House was designed by Japanese architect Jin Hidaka and opened this month with a classic haberdashery for men; a barber's shop from Mayfair's award-winning Gentlemen's Tonic; and a world-class mixologist’s bar, all under the same roof. Pitti Uomo 90 : STYLE Reports  Chau and Chan want to reconnect their guests with the artisans and manufacturers who create the highest quality garments, shoes, and accessories in the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/1983933/attire-house-its-best-and-most-stylish-labels-opens?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion-beauty/article/1983933/attire-house-its-best-and-most-stylish-labels-opens?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 01 Jul 2016 04:00:45 +0000 In the world of luxury retail, it’s not easy running a family-owned business. London-based bespoke shoemaker George Cleverley deserves full credit for remaining true to the aesthetics of its founder. Have there been any changes to the brand’s traditions and heritage? We still do everything by hand so what you get from us today [is the same as] what you got back in the old days. The process hasn’t changed. Whereas a lot of the other brands have made things work quicker [or] have tried to get... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1866562/style-file-10-minutes-george-glasgow-jr-george-cleverley?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/article/1866562/style-file-10-minutes-george-glasgow-jr-george-cleverley?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Oct 2015 07:45:30 +0000