Just a short walk from Florence’s Piazza Santa Spirito on Via San Nicolò 2 is the Stefano Bemer boutique, one of the world’s most reputable bespoke shoemakers. Bemer is one of those brands that fall under the category of “If you know, you know”, providing some of the finest artisanship to an elite following of shoe fanatics who long ago realized the gulf in comfort and quality that bespoke shoes can offer. Step into the store today and you’ll also find a brand new cohabiter in the guise of Sartoria Vestrucci, an equally bespoke tailoring brand that was bought from legendary tailor Loris Vestrucci upon his retirement by none other than the CEO of Bemer, Mr. Tommaso Melani. Tommaso’s vision has always been to champion the fine craftsmanship of cloth on the one hand and leather on the other hand, or foot, as the case may be, and now at the helm of these to majestic houses, we eagerly watch as his vision becomes reality. Tommaso himself is one of the best-dressed guys we know and an absolute gentleman to boot. He displays none of those voluble Italian idiosyncrasies such as the emotionally nuanced hand gesticulations but is rather a soft-spoken and thoughtful individual with a keen eye for details. His style, like his personality, is subtle but considered, and combines classic sartorial elements with flourishes of individuality. We caught up with him during Pitti in January to chat about his stylistic preferences and his plans for Bemer and Vestrucci. Jamie Ferguson was at the business end of the lens…
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Nautilus but nice…
The 5712A has been my first step in the Patek Philippe world. I was fascinated (and still am) by the iconic design of the Nautilus, blended with the “complicated” and yet elegant face, not to mention the thin, seamlessly smooth bracelet it comes with. It’s timeless, elegant, sophisticated and subtle. It’s a sport watch, an icon, a piece of history and a pleasure to feel on the wrist.
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A match made in sartorial heaven…