• The Worship Worthy Wrist

    I’ve been living out of a suitcase for over a year (admittedly a big suitcase), but in my packing frenzy I never once doubted including a selection of bracelets. Besides the fact that they take up little room, I always know I will get good wear out of them. Worn solo or stacked together, they look great paired …

  • The Statement Watch

    As you may have noticed, I’m a sucker for a statement watch. There is something truly uplifting about wearing a substancial ticker, something hyper-masculine, maybe even energizing. And to top it all there are so many choices! We all know the benefits of rocking a Rolex, but what about something sportier? Glam Rock’s Sobe-Tech series is just …

  • The Oil-Slick

    Not to advocate mass environmental contamination or anything, but don’t my brand new rubber(!) Gucci loafers remind you of an oil-spill? Let’s face it they’re pretty sleek (the shoes, not the spills). And blue – which to me is kind-of a really big deal because I adore blue shoes, remember?   We all know there is …

  • NYC Awaits

    As you may have guessed, I’m about to move to New York – King Kong style and all… Like most civilized people I love the city, remember? Vibrant and energetic, it’s an amazingly eclectic place.    At any rate I’m pumped, partly because I scored some amazing Gucci rubber loafers (here), but mainly because 2013 is going …

  • True to Form

    There is something timeless, perhaps even a touch clergical about a collarless shirt, that makes me think it should be a staple in each and every wardrobe. Its simplicity lends itself to many things, including basic khakis paired with a vibrant knitted beanie. Or even a darker more monastic look, remember this?    Appropriate for work …

  • New York City Grey

    Mr Essentialist has taken the plunge. Like inching into a hot bath, embracing grey colour choices have opened a world of wonder, including Margiela tees, Rad Hourani shades, Acne sweats and Lanvin kicks.