The London Lounge

Hello David, Good to hear from you! Yes, the 1930's Trouser is a classic look, one I'm partial to as well. 'Interesting to hear you mention thoughts of a trip to Harris and Lewis. At the top of my travel plans for when it is finally safe again is the Outer Hebrides. I'm thinking of next Fall/Winter,...

What a great photo, Andy. Your observations are definitely interesting, And your comments touch upon one of those moments in history steeped in mystery and magic. In the 1950’s Bangkok was in transition, on the verge of embracing western modernization in full force. Yet ancient customs and ways of l...

Many thanks to Michael and David for your responses to my question. I must have gotten some of the material that Andy is referencing, as I had several three piece suits made of Harris Tweed with which I could not be happier. They are perfect for our mountain top weather, and worn frequently. For wha...

Virtually all modern, currently produced Harris (and Shetland) tweed is unsuitable for trousers (or jackets.). Trousers will bag badly in short order. I would suggest you use LL Shetland or Cheviot tweed available by subscription here. I would also say that a tweed suit looks best as a 3 pc suit. C...

I'm surprised there's no mention of Waterman fountain pens, which I find to be top of the line. They have considerable weight in the hand, write smoothly, and never leak. The model "exception" is truly a work of art. I agree that Montblanc is overrated, and also agree that Peilkan is an excellent in...