Rake favourite Fred Astaire is renowned for the sartorially insouciant quote: “I often take a brand-new suit or hat and throw it up against the wall a few
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The Rakes of the Riviera
The south of France in the 1950s was a hunting ground for a group of men who had raised the sport of
Grey Pride: Sir Ian McKellen
The tempest raging outside, as The Rake settles down for a conversation with Ian McKellen, has not been summoned by any ousted-duke
The Impractical Choice: Vintage Louis Vuitton Wardrobe
“All the way to India by empire flying-boat…giving Pullman comfort in the air-promenade-smoker-the world’s most comfortable armchairs,” reads an advert from a
Pocket Guide: Toby Bateman of Mr Porter
Whether he likes it or not, Toby Bateman is one of the most influential names in fashion. As the Managing Director of
California Love: Hollywood Hot Rods
In his black tee and camp shirt, black Converse and jeans, with his hair slicked back, Troy Ladd – a film-star name
Irish Linen: The Ultimate Summer Fabric
King Louis XIV of France believed he derived his right to rule directly from God. Through his rule he saw an opportunity
Belsire: Neapolitan Masters of ‘Sangue Freddo’ Style
Just as many Catalans do not consider themselves Spanish, and a number of Cornish folk would sooner be garrotted than be referred
What To Buy This Week: By the Seaside
Past Times: Andy Warhol & his Collaboration with Movado
Andy Warhol had a penchant for watches that was well documented, with the pop artist wearing everything from an Elgin pocket watch to a

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