Gifts for Her

Isharya Swirl Gold-Plated Glass Ring

Chanel Rouge Coco Lipstick

Michael Kors Small Rose Gold-Plated Watch

Aubin & Wills Fox Scarf

With only a week until Christmas I realised that I have left my shopping a little late this year. Panic. Thankfully being a man, I work best when under pressure. Over several lunch breaks and a modern concept called online shopping, I was able to find most of what I needed for my loved ones. Merry Christmas! x

Proenza Schouler Bootie

A friend suggested that I should occasionally post women's shoes, admittedly I paid little attention to her and didn't give it much more thought, that is until I saw these high-heel booties from Proenza Schouler. These are hot!
Available from Proenza

Note to self: listen to friend as she is often right.

Keel's Simple Diary

A diary for those of you who don't have time to write down a full blown account of your day. Keel's Simple Diary offers a unique, different and fun way to capture life's moments. Check out Taschen for more pics. 

My Common Projects

Pictures as promised! Worth every pound, all two hundred and fifty of them.

Christmas 2011 Wish List pt.2

Diptyque Baies Noire Candle

Timex x J. Crew Military Watch

 David Attenborough's Human Planet

London Undercover Umbrella

Common Projects Achilles Sneaker

New York based footwear label Common Projects give us the ultimate sneaker with understated style and universal appeal. The Achilles sneaker are super luxe, made in Italy from the finest materials and processes, these will live season after season. My pair are on order... Pics to follow.

Available from MR PORTER

Grenson x Barbour FW Collab

English heritage heavy weights Grenson and Barbour have come together to create a line of limited edition footwear. Using Barbour textiles on Grenson brogues, they give us a rugged a shoe well suited to this British winter weather. My faves are the Marske Sandstone Brogue pictured. Check out the Barbour website for the rest of the collection.

Red Wing Leather Boot

Leather desert boots never really appealed to me, that is of course until I stumbled upon these beauties from Red Wing. This pair, which is hand crafted in the USA, are from their Beckman collection - a series of shoes inspired from the boots worn by Red Wing's founder Charles Beckman. Hardwearing, smart and seriously cool. I think I may have found my winter boots!
Available from End Clothing

Clarks x Supreme FW2011 Boot

I want boots for the winter so have been focusing my efforts on finding a pair. Typically the pair I like the most a. aren't available yet, and b. are not likely to be sold in the UK. Clarks and Supreme have teamed up for the second time this year to produce high rise boot in four colours. The brown pair are my favourite.

Uniqlo Oxford Shirt

I'm constantly in Uniqlo and have somehow managed to never come across these oxford shirts until last weekend. I couldn't believe they're under £20, and more importantly they fit and feel great. I will definitely be adding a few of these to my wardrobe for work rotation.
Available from Uniqlo

Vans Era 59 Canvas x Plaid

I love that Vans are growing up as I am. The corduroy panel on the back is so on trend, and the leather laces and plaid lining gives this skate sneaker a smarter feel. It has been a while since I've owned a pair but I am tempted.
Available from Schuh

Christmas 2011 Wish List pt.1

 Untitled by Maison Martin Margiela

 Cherchbi Satchel

 Esquire's Eat Like a Man Cookbook

Blackberry Playbook

Its early September, but surely if Selfridges and Harrods can put out their Christmas shops already, I can start compiling my Christmas wish list =)

My Shoes

Given my obsession with shoes, I thought it's only right I share the shoes I see fit to house my feet. I got these F-Troupe's for my birthday earlier this year and are part of their 'Made in England' collection. Made from pebbled leather and sports a stitch down welt and eva wedge sole. I've worn these at every opportunity this summer.

On a side note, the store is definitely worth a visit, with an eclectic mix of Victorian bric-a-brac, taxidermy animals and imagery of circus side show acts, this is not your average shoe shop.

Mark McNairy Whole Cut Derby

I've been shopping for a pair of black shoes for some time, and although this doesn't sound like the most difficult of tasks, take my word for it, finding a pair of decent black shoes is not easy. However, I think my search is over. This full grain derby from McNairy is made from a single panel of leather. So smart. The only problem I seem to be having is that I can't seem to find a UK stockist.
Available from Sole Devotion

Oak Street Boot Makers - Suede Trail Oxford

These shoes are simply beautiful. I've left it a bit late to get my boat shoes this year with the summer coming to an end, but there's no harm in looking ahead to next summer.   

Available from Oak Street Boot Makers

Pinkberry Sunday

I finally got to visit London's first Pinkberry and it did not disappoint. The original frozen yogurt company lets you choose from various flavours of yogurt and as many toppings that can comfortably sit in the cup. The mini chocolate brownies are a must! Nomnomnom.

CDG Play x Converse

I've been buying plain white chucks on a regular basis for years, think it's time for a change...
Available from Harvey Nichols

My Latest Buy - J. Crew Wool Tie

Smartening up my look for the office with my new J. Crew gray wool tie! My first purchase from the Mr Porter site, I'm so excited for this to arrive! Pics to follow.

Available from Mr Porter

Gucci Rubber Loafer

You're looking at a Gucci loafer in rubber. Yes, green and blue rubber. Made with the same high quality as a traditional Gucci loafer, and finished with the trademark horse bit buckle. They're rubber!!
Available from Gucci

Comme des Garcons Shirt Shoes

Comme des Garcons Shirt give us their new shoe for this Fall. A classic brogue in textured black leather with a casual wedged sole.
Available from Colette

Daily Essentials

Things I do not leave the house without

App for that - How to Tie a Tie

Trouble tying the perfect tie? Fret no more, app developer ArtelPlus gives us a step by step guide to tie twelve, apparently well known, knots.

Available from iTunes

Essentials - The Umbrella

With the rain setting in on London, now is the perfect time to invest in a new umbrella. This Tibor Kalman design lets you carry around your own little piece of blue sky to keep you cheery through the dark and rainy days.

Available from MoMA Store

Tricker's for the Bureau - Red Cordovan Super Boot

Tricker's of England have produced a range of shoes for Northern Ireland's The Bureau, this fantastic collection is definitely worth a look. A favourite of mine is the Red Cordovan Super Boot. This style features a beautiful shell cordovan allan upper with a double stitched toe cap, double leather sole in a natural finish and a natural barbour welt, and they even throw in two sets of laces.
Available from The Bureau Belfast

Cherchbi Herdwyck - Squires Holdall

I came across Cherchbi when searching the web for a new weekend bag and instantly fell in love with this brand. Established in 2007, the brand focuses on using traditional British design and manufacturing processes. The wool for the bag is from a rare-breed mountain sheep, the Herdwick. The tweed took 9 weave trials over fours years to perfect, giving a high quality fabric; a waterproof tweed as robust as the Herdwick itself. Trimmed with British Saddle leather, this bag is stylish and durable, perfect for my weekend travels.
Available from Cherchbi