Attaché case – Harking back to days gone by, an attaché case tucked under the arm offers an air of class that your average bulky briefcase doesn’t quite attain. Berluti’s all leather hand-worked case is unfussy, light and exquisitely made.
Cashmere scarf – Not all cashmere is created equal, that’s why if you know your stuff there’s only one brand worth considering – Loro Piana. They scour the Earth in search of the very best fabrics, including the softest of them all - Mongolian baby cashmere.
Classic lighter – Be they a smoker or not, every man should own and carry a lighter with a little heritage. Dunhill’s Rollagas lighters are bestowed with world-famous form and styling that has hardly changed since they were first launched in the 1930s.
Calfskin wallet – A wallet can say much a man and a soft calfskin number is the right way to go. Bvlgari has a particularly pleasing line, our favourite of which has herringbone detailing across its outer surfaces.
Aviator sunglasses – Aviators are timeless shades that will stay cool no matter how fashions change. Dolce and Gabbana’s Gold Edition 18-karat gold frames make a subtle statement only those in the know will receive.
Patent Leather Shoes – Dressing up in a tuxedo and not sporting black leather Oxford lace-ups is like doing up your top button without a tie. Do the right thing and find yourself a pair, that way you’ll be making the right impression.
Travel bag – Waiting for your luggage at the carousel of an airport with the fear of not knowing if your belongings arrived too is a horrid thing. That’s why every man needs a durable and refined hand-luggage carryall like Mulberry’s Clipper bags.
Fountain pen – A good pen goes a long way and instantly sends a message of pure class. The Meisterstück Montblanc Diamond features a single stone set in a clear bubble on the top of the cap and exquisite detailing. That’s how you should make your mark.
Trenchcoat – Originally designed in 1901 by Thomas Burberry as the official raincoat for the British Army, the trenchcoat has become an enduring fashion staple for both men and women. Burberry Prorsum is where you’ll find the brand’s coolest offerings.
