Author: The Chic Geek

M.C. Overalls England’s Oldest Workwear Brand Celebrates its Community Of Crafters

Written on May 19, 2023.

Established in 1908, England’s oldest workwear brand, M.C.Overalls believe in the power of self-expression, nurturing creativity and the value of working hard. Creating durable, gender-neutral and versatile daily staples. Clothes to work hard for the hard-working. Their latest campaign combines the values of the past to champion its current community of creators. The creative explores the brand’s mission statement of ‘We Work Hard’ through a literal interpretation of the product being a blank canvas, combining this with analogue photography techniques and using subjects close to the brand and its values. The brand’s distinctive style of heritage workwear staples with a modern twist is just as at home adorning a model on the catwalk in Paris as it is on the back of a brewer...

Thomas Pink Releases Resort Shirt 2023 Collection

Written on May 16, 2023.

Thomas Pink is pleased to announce the launch of its brand-new Resort Shirt 2023 Collection. Available in a range of vibrant block colours and graphic prints, the Resort Shirt’s silhouette takes inspiration from the classic cabana shirts of the 1950s, with a relaxed open collar, single pocket and short sleeves. The “Safari” version of the Resort Shirt features two statement pockets with matching buttons for a vintage safari feel. A contemporary twist ona retro favourite, Thomas Pink has reimagined the resort shirt for the stylish modern traveller. The new Resort Shirts are made from 100% linen, using a quality fabric woven in Italy that’s soft and comfortable against the skin. Linen’s unique lightweight and breathable qualities make it the perfect holiday shirt for travel and...

Tried & Tested Thameen London Bohemian Infusion Fragrance

Written on May 16, 2023.

Inspired by the stories of the Piazza at Covent Garden in the 19th and early 20th centuries when it was a playground for sinful and decadent pleasures, Thameen London, under the “artistic residency” of Christopher Chong, focuses on the lifestyles of the dandies and literati intoxicated with substances for hallucinatory carnal pleasures, immersing into a perversive playground at the cafés and pubs with other social underlings, like the thespians of the nearby Drury Lane and West End theatres. Remembering anecdotes and historical stories from his PhD research on Subversive Fashion, Sexuality and Semiotics, Chong reminisces, “I’ve always been drawn to the psychoanalytical angle of the subculture and underworld of the dandies and flâneur. I invited world renowned Master Perfumer, Maurice...

The Best Sneakers For Sports

Written on May 16, 2023.

From Dunks to Dad shoes, there’s something for everyone. The longstanding influence of sport on fashion has dominated past and present trends and can be seen in collaborations between sportswear brands and designers. From Martine Rose and Nike to Balenciaga’s collaboration with adidas, the appeal of athleticism is everywhere. Beyond their fashionable attraction, sneakers have a practical use, from supportive basketball high-tops to low-profile football trainers. Read on to see our roundup of the best sneakers for sports.For Basketball When it comes to basketball, look no further than the Michael Jordan-approved Nike Air Jordan. Start off where it all began with the Air Jordan 1. Paying homage to the legend, this timeless silhouette features a padded collar for support, a perforated...

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Menswear Product of the Week The Dries Van Noten Clashing Shirt

Written on May 15, 2023.

Dries Van Noten is a master of pattern, colour and detail. He puts things together that shouldn’t work, but they do. Take for example, this striped shirt. The simple addition of the fuchsia pink floral on the placket and around the hem lifts this into fashion artistry. Left – Dries Van Noten – Ladderstitch Shirt – £535 I recently visited Dries Van Noten’s flagship store in Antwerp. The first Dries store I have ever been to. Opened in 1989, but built in 1881, it was formerly the ‘Het Modepaleis’ (the Fashion Palace) and is a listed landmark and historically home to a gentleman’s outfitters, a peer of Dries’ grandfather. The wooden counters, tiled floors and wide curved windows – all of which are unique – helps the building retain it...

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Label To Know Delos

Written on May 15, 2023.

Based in London, Delos is a luxurious travel focussed label. The collection of menswear and womenswear, born in the Mediterranean, is designed for the constant traveller. Left – Delos – Rambert Bow Tie Silk Shirt – £475 Founded by Artem del Castillo, it is named after the mythological Greek island of Delos (Δήλος), said to be the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. Meaning ‘clear’ or ‘brought to light’ Delos explores a spectral palette with fluid and non-constrictive silhouettes. For Spring Summer 2023, the collection looks at the art of Shibori, the Japanese technique of dyeing fabric to produce different colour spectrums – think ombré bleeds on silk. Del Castillo says, “I created Delos in appreciation of artisanal craftmanship and...

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Menswear Product Of The Week The Loewe Flow Trainer

Written on May 15, 2023.

I’ve been looking for new trainers recently. While there’s a lot out there, many are very bulky, heavy and ugly. Don’t even get me started on the rubber boot trend. These from Loewe – it’s always Loewe atm – were the nicest I saw. Made in Italy and decent quality, they are a classic design with the added General Electric swirl of the Loewe logo. While they have that 70s thing going on, the colouration and suede reminds me of the 90s. It’s very my early-days-at-Wallpaper*-magazine eating whatever the cook had made that day and wearing Camper Pelotas. Good times. Left & Below – Loewe – Flow Runner Monogram Leather & Shell Trainers – £550 Loewe – Flow Runner Monogram Leather & Shell Trainers...

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Tried & Tested Curaprox Hydrosonic Pro Toothbrush & Toothpaste

Written on May 15, 2023.

The Swiss oral health care brand Curaprox’s Hydrosonic Pro electric toothbrush contains three gentle power levels that can be changed with a touch of a button and can take your brush rotations from 44,000 to 84,000 per minute and will remove biofilm and discolouration whilst being gentle to your teeth and gums. Just to give you an idea of how incredible this toothbrush is, the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean 9000 only has vibrations pulse 31,000 times every minute. It has a battery power life of more than 60 minutes which aims to last the user up to two weeks and will allow for four minutes of brushing daily. Left – Curaprox HYDROSONIC PRO Toothbrush – £175 TheChicGeek says “I like how this went straight in with confidence and said it was better than Philips...

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Get The Look Shiv Roy’s Tom Ford Padlock

Written on May 12, 2023.

According to Google search data, Sarah Snook’s character, Shiv Roy, has the most influential fashion in Succession with over 3,240 estimated monthly searches for her style. Shiv also has the most fashion-related searches out of any fictional businesswoman currently on TV. Wearing funeral black – no spoiler intended! – in episode 3 of the final season (4), it was her gold padlock that stood out. Tom Ford has made the padlock one of his eponymous brand’s signature details, usually found on his women’s stilettos. Shiv Roy in her Tom Ford suit Tom Ford Suit Knowing ChicGeek’s are style magpies and take their inspiration from anywhere, we thought a small, simple gold padlock from the internet would make this an easy look to emulate and also add an...

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What’s happened to fashion’s personalities?

Written on May 12, 2023.

As the gavel came down in New York, and the memorial service ended in London, fashion said goodbye to two of its biggest and most recognisable personalities. The Collection of André Leon Talley, one of Anna Wintour’s most trusted editors at American Vogue, featuring artworks by Warhol – Talley worked at his magazine, Interview – and ALT monogrammed luggage (lots of it) was sold by Christie’s in New York. Talley’s larger-than-life character and presence, not to mention his kaftans and fur, made him an instant fashion celebrity. On first name terms with the world, the collection smashed estimates, fetching nearly $1.4 Million. In London, the grand dame of British fashion, Vivienne Westwood, was remembered at a memorial service at Southwark Cathedral. Kate Moss, Victoria Beckham...

Tried & Tested The Hair Consult

Written on April 5, 2023.

Hoping to offering some clarity through the walls and walls of haircare products available out there, The Hair Consult was founded by Stephen Rowe, Photographer Cara Johnson and hairdresser and colourist Edward James. They say, the sheer volume of hair products available on the market mean that many people struggle to understand the best haircare regime for their lifestyle and hair needs. The Hair Consult offers a paid-for ‘Consult Concierge’ service with one of their in-house haircare experts and then sends a bespoke prescription recommending products featured on The Hair Consult website. TheChicGeek says “I told them my hair was short and is thin and balding – nothing a trip to Istanbul wouldn’t sort out! – and conditioner makes my hair greasy. This was The Hair Consult...

Get The Look Papal White

Written on March 28, 2023.

Pope Francis looking fly in his white puffer coat went viral at the weekend. It turns out it is an AI fake. Who cares? He looked boss and has given a injection to late winter white. While not that practical – isn’t cleanliness next to godliness? – there’s always the washing machine. The crucifix is optional! Left – Nobis – Supra Men’s Performance Puffer – £859 Far Left – Zara – Puffer Jacket – £59.99 Left – ASOS – ASOS DESIGN longline puffer jacket in ecru – £85 Buy TheChicGeek’s latest book FashionWankers – HERE Check out TheChicGeek’s new shop of fabulous plants & books – Give me Penis Cactus!