The London Lounge

Unfortunately I did not have such a great experience with JL Paris either. They were very professional and Philippe is a nice guy, but after 2 years and $4000 I just gave up. They made the shoes for me twice and they never fit properly, even after the elaborate fitting where they cut open the shoes,...

DMacey, I would highly recommend going bespoke with Cleverley. I tried a couple of makers without success before picking them and I haven't looked back since. I personally would take one bespoke pair over ten ready to wear. They may appear expensive when compared to RTW, but I think they are well wo...

I usually alternate between Proraso and Musgo Real, but tend to use MR more often.

Next time also check out Berluti up Madison, Santoni, and anothe small shoe shop on the way whose name I always forget. If anything they are interesting to look at. Santoni had a weird shoe with a solid wedge heel with leather wrapped around it. I used to use Lobb Paris but now use Cleverley for the...

I used to wear colognes from Trumpers and other similar fragrances (also like Blenheim bouquet like another reader) but eventually standardized on 4711 because it's so good for the price. If only I could find something that's as good and cheap with more spicy notes for the winter.

Great, that's just a block away from home. I'll definitely stop by to check it out sometime. Thanks for the notice