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What To Buy This Week: Coastal Cruising
Our weekly round-up of products to keep you looking cool as you wind along coastal roads in your vintage convertible.
Words Benedict Browne
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1967 Aston Martin DB6 Volante
When it comes to classic cars, JD Classics sit firmly in the driving seat and this DB6 Volante, of which only 29 models were ever made, is a prime example of the company’s commanding excellence in the classic car dealership field. Fully restored with a bare metal repaint in tudor metallic grey and a full re-trim red leather upholstery, this restored 1967 model boasts an increased power output compared to its original due to the uprated engine. Previously owned by one of America’s greatest ever composers, Leonard Bernstein, it’s the perfect set of wheels to cruise around in whilst the warm evening sun sets upon the back of your neck. Price on request, www.jdclassics.co.uk.
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Gucci Camp-Collar Silk Shirt
Whilst The Rake doesn't conform to trends, the current surge of the camp-collar, or Cuban, shirt is one we can allow through our gates of approval. After all, its popular emergence began in the 1950s — a period of decadent Hollywood glamour and style in its purest form. This number by Gucci will certainly attract attention, and when paired with cream trousers, rose gold watch and simple black penny-loafers you're onto a winner. Made in Italy from 100% silk, the red, off-white and bronze collision has something about it that’s reminiscent of a baroque gilded ornate facing. Available in Gucci stores and concessionaires £530.00
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Chester Barrie Wide-Leg Cream Trousers
There’s nothing more louche than a casual pair of cream loose fitting trews. With the turn-up cuffs and wide-cut silhouette, their natural habitat is warmer climes and sophisticated settings. Crafted from a combination of wool, silk and linen, they’ll keep you cool as you bask in the sun, and the silver side tabs on the waist retain a formal tailoring aesthetic that we are so accustomed to. rake.webdezign.uk/shop £250.00
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Audemars Piguet Royal Oak In Rose Gold
The unveiling of Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak in 1972 marked the first time a watch brand produced a luxury stainless steel sports watch. Such a feat it was, at the time incomparable in the watch world, and as a result there are still few watches that are able to stand shoulder to shoulder with it. This model in a sublime rose gold and white dial will balance perfectly with the camp-collared shirt design, and in addition to being a classic piece, it will show an understanding and appreciation of a horological icon. www.watches-of-switzerland.co.uk £47,800.00 Incl VAT
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J.M. Weston Moccasin 180 in Black Leather
The saying ‘if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it’ rings true with J.M. Weston’s iconic model, the Moccasin 180, which has remained totally unchanged since its invention more than 70 years ago. The slip-on penny loafer has transcended drastic changes in fashion and has spread itself across varying class boundaries — further underlining its legendary status. Overall, when it comes to casual leather shoes, the penny-loafer stands tall, having gone through 150 steps of hand-finishing. £430.00, www.jmweston.fr.
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Le Labo Bergamote 22 50ml
Perspiration can be a living nightmare and therefore keeping fresh is key. Thankfully, Le Labo will keep you smelling sublime from sunrise to sunset and on through to the night. The prosopopoeia of downtown New York cool, Le Labo has gained a strong cult following of late, and this is partly down to its sensible motto “focus on creation, hope for business”. Bergamot 22 is a blend of citrus, woody and aromatic ingredients — 22 of them, to be precise — that opens with bergamot and finishes with a lovely vetiver. www.lelabofragrances.com £120.00
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Persol PO0649 24/86 Havana Sunglasses With Grey Lenses
Pairing these Havana Persol frames with a Cuban shirt is frankly a no brainer; in unison they accentuate the effortless cool aesthetic that this round-up of products strives to do. The frames are without a doubt one of the most iconic models of eyewear ever and are versatile enough to be worn with tailoring or swimwear. Also to be considered as a work of art, it boasts design features — the Meflecto system and the Arrow which allow the frames to adapt to a range of face shapes — that underpin the brand as a leader in men’s eyewear. £145.00, rake.webdezign.uk.
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