Author: The Chic Geek

Menswear OOTD The Festive Corduroy Suit

Written on November 23, 2023.

Moss Bros has had a refresh and now goes by the name of MOSS. Rolling stones gather no moss, but a stylish geek certainly does. The new MOSS is a lot more contemporary and almost Reiss-like but more affordable, offering a rich palette of colours and textured fabrics. This suit also comes in a lovely pastel green and brown. This chic red corduroy that I have chosen has a 1960s feel with the DB jacket and slimmer/tapered trousers. I’ve teamed it here with a red matching coat, patent shoes and PARTY!!! smoking hat for a festive night out, but you could also add a trainers and white T-shirt or Merino knit for daytime. MOSS – Jacket – £149, Trouser – £80

Holbein Men’s AW23 Headwear Inspiration

Written on November 22, 2023.

Holbein is a genius at drawing and painting men. A new exhibition from The Royal Collection, held at The Queen’s Gallery next to Buckingham Palace, showcases a collection of the finest heads of the Tudor elite. Their personalities shine through and they look like people you could have just passed on the street despite being nearly 500 years-old. The statement facial hair and headwear could be 2023 or 1523. The beret-like Tudor bonnets are easily and affordably replicated. Holbein’s portraits show how timless individuality is. £19 – Until 14th April 2024

Comment Happy Snapper: The Anti-AI Future Is Unpredictable

Written on November 22, 2023.

The biggest annual date in the Christmas marketing calendar, the new John Lewis advert was unveiled to great fanfare earlier this month. The story is about a young boy excitingly planting a seed to grow a Christmas tree and instead finds himself confronted with a giant Venus flytrap. The unruly carnivorous plant doesn’t fit the traditional tree stereotype held by the family and is relegated to the garden. It soon becomes cherished thanks to it spitting out a collection of tailored gifts all to the sound track of original song ‘Festa’ sung by Italian Andrea Bocelli. More big shop of horrors than Little Shop of Horrors, recently, John Lewis needed something to capture the public’s imagination and get the tills ringing. The advert seems to be a hit and garnered 240 pieces of...

G.H.BASS x Nicholas Daley Loafers

Written on November 21, 2023.

G.H.BASS is pleased to announce its latest collaboration with designer, Nicholas Daley. The G.H.BASS x Nicholas Daley collaboration reinterprets the classic Weejuns® Larson with a Super Lug sole, the new lightweight EVA lug sole. They are hand-crafted by artisans in El Salvador using time-tested tubular moccasin technique that George Henry Bass established in 1876 to ensure the utmost comfort. The strap and counter have been modified with a new shape and lengthened. The shoes come in two colourways: navy with silver hardware and chocolate with antique brass hardware. Complete with a mixture of leathers such as suede, croc and a burnished leather for an added two-tone effect with a brushed and polished finish. Hand-stitched with contrasting thread and enriched by a cross blanket...

Craghoppers New AW23 ‘Cool, Still.’ Campaign

Written on November 21, 2023.

In a world dominated by a relentless and fast-paced lifestyle, Craghoppers is taking a step back, inviting us all to embrace the serenity of nature in its AW23 campaign, aptly named ‘Cool, Still.’ This campaign encourages us to break free from the relentless hustle and bustle, to pause, reflect, and breathe. In a society that often glorifies constant motion, ‘Cool, Still’ advocates for a slower, more deliberate way of living. It’s about letting go of the “fast food mentality” and embracing a “slow-cooked movement.” Craghoppers wants you to experience the profound sense of stillness found in nature, encouraging you to hit the pause button and reconnect with the world around you. For this unique...

Tried & Tested New AW23 Eaux Triples Buly Fragrances

Written on November 20, 2023.

Officine Universelle Buly has added four new scents to its water based Eaux Triples collection. They include Madagascar Amber, Maltese Iris, Lebanese Cedar and Eritrean Myrrh. TheChicGeek says, “Buly is all about stepping back in time. The level of detail and volume of products – there are over 140 different types of combs and brushes – gives you the sense of tangible ancient history. You can just imagine Napoleon using the products in the latest blockbuster. The Eaux Triples range of fragrances are water based so they are very light. This is not for the lover of strong and overpowering. They are like colognes, so can be splashed lots and often. My favourite from the new range is Lebanese Cedar. It has a cedarwood note infused with verbena and vetiver. My...

Tried & Tested Paul Smith Storyteller Candle

Written on November 20, 2023.

Paul Smith expands its growing home fragrance collection with a new wintery scent, Storyteller that recalls cosy nights in, open fires and Paul’s winter trips. Like the wider Paul Smith home fragrance collection – which launched in 2022 – Storyteller is based on Paul’s fond memories, in this case his inspiration trips to the Nottinghamshire countryside. With notes of Madagascan clove bud, intense woods, and patchouli, the scent is smoky, woody, and warming to evoke wintertime evenings by the fireside. The name, which follows the rest in the collection by being named for character traits, is also a nod to Paul’s personality and love of storytelling. Storyteller has been created by IFF perfumer Meabh McCurtin. They say: “Storyteller captures the warm feeling of sitting in front...

ASKET’s Impact Receipt

Written on November 16, 2023.

After 3 years of development, Swedish brand ASKET has launched its ‘Impact Receipt’. Going forward, everyone who makes a purchase will receive 2 receipts: a regular transactional receipt and the an Impact Receipt, detailing the CO2, water and energy consumption for every garment, their packaging choice and shipping choice. A world first concept, it acknowledges the impact of our clothing consumption and helps us track our footprint to stay within our boundaries. As a privately owned, independent company, ASKET don’t operate for short term gains. They want to contribute to a brighter future. One that sees biodiversity persevere. One where they respect the hard work of the people who make the garments...

Label To Know Never Go Alone Luxury Sanitiser

Written on November 16, 2023.

Never Go Alone was cofounded by London-based entrepreneur Nga Nguyen and California-based Creative Director Carl Adelson during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. While traveling for business in Europe in early March, Nga tested positive for COVID-19 at a time when little was known about the virus. As she was undergoing treatment at the hospital, she and Carl worked remotely to draw a roadmap for the brand and conceptualise the Edition 01 product line. The duo worked remotely to conceive the new experiential self-care brand, so people would “Never Go Alone”. Despite the challenges posed by the global lockdown and travel restrictions, the team embraced remote working to bring N.G.A. to life. As they worked diligently with a UK laboratory to create the unique...

Menswear Item Of The Week The Peacock Feather

Written on November 16, 2023.

You don’t always need to buy a new coat to refresh your winter look. If budgets are a bit tighter, a well chosen accessory can update many items in your wardrobe. This affordable pin with a classic peacock feather would be perfect on a lapel or even on the side of a hat. Or both. A simple dandy feather adds a tasteful detail and peacock feathers or ‘Mor Pankh’ are believed to attract positive energy at home and bring financial success. Fingers crossed! Joe Browns – Luxury Peacock Feather Pin – £9

Eton X The Beatles

Written on November 15, 2023.

Swedish shirt brand, Eton’s inaugural release features a series of eight shirts, each elegantly presented in a bespoke green box reminiscent of The Beatles’ Apple record label. Conceptualised by Eton’s Creative Director, Sebastian Dollinger, a lifelong fan of The Beatles, the collection serves as an ode to the band’s expansive discography. Drawing profound inspiration from the vast musical repertoire, each piece showcases unique artistic interpretations of the iconic elements from the band’s storied history. Details include an allover print with a playful nod to the infamous Abbey Road crossing and another shirt adorned with an all-over print inspired by the Revolver album’s iconic artwork. Dollinger also recreated John Lennon’s shirt from the “Get...

Label To Know Side Story Fragrance

Written on November 14, 2023.

“When you pass someone in a hallway and get a whisper of their fragrance you have a window into their story. These moments happen serendipitously, but they can reveal so much about a person.” says Muj Rana, Founder of Side Story Muj Rana, founder of new fragrance brand Side Story, recalls that scent played an integral role in his early experiences. His grandfather’s Indian sandalwood plantations were the source of the soft, balsamic wood which his childhood toys and trinkets were made from. Today, the woody scent still evokes memories of that distinctive time and place. Each bottle of Side Story begins in Grasse, Provence, the only place where Muj felt the perfume oil could legitimately be crafted. The perfumers are Jacques Chabert, Valerie Bessone, Laurent Marrone...