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How To Dress For Business

Men have been wearing neckwear for two thousand years and formal suits for two hundred years. The modern day silk tie is widely considered as “the epitome of male self expression” and a way to express your individuality. Dress to impress means exactly tha... Read >

What Comes First Knowledge Or Imagination

The phrase “Knowledge is power” is often quoted, but generally said with negative connotations, and understandably if used in the wrong way. Albert Einstein famously quoted, “Knowledge is limiting, but imaginations encompass the universe, very true, but t... Read >

Objects Of Fashion Decoration For Men

Creating beautiful objects of fashion decoration for men; a series of brief reviews written for our blog gives an insight into our product development philosophy, our fashion design inspirations and unique approach to creating an exceptional range of silk... Read >

A Travelling Fashion Designer

Patrick McMurray is an Australian designer who has spent many years in the United Kingdom studying and working in fashion. Now based in his home town Perth, he orchestrates the expertise of textile printers, silk weavers, jewellers and makers, working col... Read >

How To Make A First Impression Based On Trust And Image

Now you can match your bow tie, or necktie with a lapel badge, cufflinks. And choose the colours and patterns that women are attracted to, the next time you go shopping for clothing and accessories take your girlfriend or wife for a second opinion. Ch... Read >

The Beatles The Monkees And Fashion

In 1964 the Beatles made their first US television appearance as guests on the Ed Sullivan show. An estimated six million viewers, the largest in history witnessed the phenomenon. After more than fifty years their influence on fashion and music are still ... Read >

China Expedition Silk Ties 2010

Stories of The old Silk Road were a constant inspiration in my youthful schooling years and as a journeyman via major industries and through four turbulent decades. My teachers are to many to mention, but deduced that I could not be taught, however I had ... Read >

Silk Ties Over Time

As timeless as Falling Water House by Mr Wright, ageless like classic Greek and Roman architecture; the silk tie, an ideal medium for designers to capture the past present and future on a small peace of cloth that throughout the ages has become the epitom... Read >

The Cufflink Invasion

In the 1960’s American media labelled the influx of British pop bands as the British invasion, as waves of new music and dress trends flooded across the Atlantic. It was the first time that England had produced a sound style uniquely original. But this... Read >

Fashion Design In Isolation

There is something very positive about living and working in isolation of the rest of the world, you have to learn to rely on your own resources, innovate and collaborate with other like minded individuals, both local and international, think local act gl... Read >

Luxury Silk Tie Designs

If you like something really different in a silk tie then read a comprehensive review of a range of luxury silk tie designs that have been extracted from our popular blog. The reviews cover many popular styles that have stood the test of time. Collage ... Read >

Who Is The Greatest Fashion Designer

It’s subjective and personal, even critics debate, but still opinions are open for interpretation. Is it Paul Smith, Vivienne Westwood, Jean Muir? How does one make the determination? What makes a great fashion designer? I leave the decision to you. Sm... Read >

Illusive Gifts For Men

It’s a common complaint; women find it difficult sourcing suitable gifts for their husbands, boyfriends or male family members. You can go down the road of gadgets, gizmos and novelties, but sooner or later the novelty wears off and these items will end u... Read >

Budding Fashion Designers

It’s not easy for budding fashion designers to get a good start from the blocks. With so much talent around you have to run many laps before you hit the finish line. But then you have to start the race all over again, every season. It’s a bit like kick st... Read >

Fashion Accessories For Men And Critiques

Fashion critiques are often informative and short enough to scan while you’re at the breakfast table, or waiting for the train. Aimed at those who are on the move, they reveal just enough information to prompt further investigation. A recommendation is wo... Read >