STYLE & ERROR

MR. NICK HART

Linked Mr. Hart on Wednesday while he was ensconced in his own imagined-become-real ‘Cathedral of Cool’, The Spencer Hart flagship shop. It’s a place that all style merchants should visit. There will be something of interest for any man worthy of that title. I can’t think of another shop like it for men. Like Nick, I was wearing brown too, but entirely the wrong season. It was double hot, and Hart had it just right, damn him. Chic and light, chocolate brown and black, oh yes. I’ll let him talk you through the style stance/sermon. Amen Daddy-O.

MR. HARTS STANCE

(click, if you will, on the names for links)

-Oliver Goldsmith ‘Glyn’ sunglasses- Which I don’t think are a collaboration, although though there is a collection of OG Spencer Hart in the vaunted vault downstairs. Which I must point out is pretty spectacular.

-Patek Philipe Aquanaut. Forgot to ask about watch, didn’t I, despite that fact that it’s one of my favourite sporty modern watches going. See GQs October watch special if ya don’t believe I rate it. Dynamic shape, clever rounded octagonal design with polished and brushed steel finish to case, updated Seventies sports watch style, not too big. Oh, it’s simply smashing.

-Lord knows where to get an image of the shoes. Will ask in the morning.

The rest is pure undiluted Spencer Hart, but you spotted that.

Stubbs on the 55 back to change out of knitwear and a three piece…

MR. NICK CARVELL

LFW, outside the Savoy, waiting for Tautz, right, and there’s this fella Carvell, one of the Mr. Porter crew. Had to nab a quick Stance as he looked pretty upbeat and neat. They’re a formidable lot, the Porters. This one kept mentioning stuff I hadn’t heard of. The shame of it. Anyway, save the napkin, thought was good look. Didn’t mention the J. Crew suit much in the video, but this sort of cotton drill lightness is way forward for Spring. Trust us, we go to LFW and everything.

MR. CARVELL’S STANCE

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As usual, gonna finish this later, honestly. Maybe it’s all on Mr.Porter anyway? (click). Blow me, it is.

-Want Les Essentials lappers case.

-Alexander Olch tie. Nice work.

Stubbs out in the Metropolis.

MR. TOBIAS McLELLAN

This is quite obviously more about occasion and emotion that most Style Stances, but it is my site, so here it is, no apologies.  It’s longer length, but this is a one off. Mr. McLellan looked rather magnificent on his wedding day, and although this is shot too late to capture the colour of the ensemble, the real colour comes through. Particularly exciting is the jewellery showcase that is Toby himself. Liking the suede Grensons, loving the Emmett (check bespoke family pronunciation on this), and am left with breath taken by the sartorial power of Sexton. Don’t tell me you are not? Toby, show me the money..

As the sun blisters Pulgia and the wind buffets London, am in no position to put in the details of this Stance right now..

Have a look as his wedding ring. NB. Not available from Ratners.

We’ll talk about the number two sock option later in week.

Check also the bins.. correct. A must have.

TS out.

MR. AUBREY BAILEY

Master of Ceremonies at the wedding was Mr.Bailey. His particular presence was perfect for the role. His gradual consumption during the day less so. The speeches took on unexpected colour and resonance under his guidance. Aubs has been on the crew from original times, and his stances are often potent. Not to mention the artful wisdoms he’s bestowed upon us. No time to bang on, so will let Mr. Bailey take the floor. By the time I nabbed him, he was feeling shy, but I prized a stance out of the retiring fellow. He speaks Italian too. It’s just so all about Italy right now.

MR. ROBERT DYTON

Mr. Dyton is in training for a boxing match taking place very shortly. He’s fighting for his gym in NYC against a London one at York Hall. His old nickname was Rob the Eighth. I suggest he should now be called Rob the Three Quarters as he weighs 75Kg. Just a thought. Meanwhile, back at the wedding, Bob the Dyton was keeping it trad’ and proper. The laughing cameraman, as he is also known, has always been a dapper fellow. Robert, this time the camera is on you..

MR. DYTON’S STANCE

Will add in the details of the stance later, except for his scentage, as he’s been kind enough to send the link to me already. (click on brand names for links)

-Acqua di Colonia 1612 by Officina Santa Maria Novella (click) Out by two digits there Rob, and you used to such a pedant when pointing out errors in my Sunday Times Style column. Tusk. (NB. not the fragrance Tusk)

-Church’s Oxford toe cap lace up.

-Mark Powell three piece suit. Go on site and see Dyton model for Powell.

Stubbs out on a roof top in Puglia at dusk , alone listening to dub step. Cool?