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<< previous page 1 next page>> written by patrick McMurray It’s reassuring to know that Bespoke still survives in our age of mass production. But let’s not put aside the values attributed to producing in mass, the quality is evident and prices affordable, but there is something very appealing about knowing that some one is applying a personal hand to the product, individual attention. written by patrick McMurray As the resurgent popularity of cufflinks enters its third decade of growth we see a return to demand for traditional handmade quality and precious metals and stones. This is supported by a handsome range of mass produced cufflinks. So there is something to suit all tastes and budgets. written by patrick McMurray Enter stage left, Elton John, his flamboyant, often outrageous outfits, were overshadowed by his timeless musical talent and uninhibited taste for jewellery. A stylist, songwriter and outlandish showman, no one ever left a concert in disappointment. To have your jewellery in his radar is an honour and privilege.
written by patrick McMurray Now occupying a space in the famous quarter is the London Badge and Button Company, with over 30 years of experience in design and development of fine silver-gilt and silver designer cufflinks written by patrick McMurray The orb has landed, embossed in leather wallets, purses, bags and belts. Cast in pendants, necklaces and cufflinks. Printed and woven in ties and scarves. And on it goes. A symbol recognised internationally as Vivienne Westwood’s signature. written by patrick McMurray If you’re a fan of Swarovski Crystal Jewellery here’s a little history? In 1892, Daniel Swarovski registered a patent for his machine that cut crystal on an industrial scale written by patrick McMurray There are some real treasures in the form of men’s fashion accessories out there, silk ties, cufflinks, watches, belts, brooches and functional gadgets, etc, but you have to look hard and dig deep to find them written by patrick McMurray As a stylist Vivienne Westwood has remained peerless for decades. From co-founder of the punk style to DBE, it’s been a long road out of Tintwistle to the international fashion arena and back again. written by patrick McMurray Shane McCoubrey started his own label after working all over the world designing for, Louis Vuitton, Valentino and Gucci. Happy to go it alone and develop his distinctive style he’s gradually gaining recognition. written by patrick McMurray To fully appreciate more than the poetic beauty of Jo’s art form, as scientific intervention plays as major role in the formation of art as does the artist creative hand. It would help to understand a glint of history of fused glass production stemming from Murano glass techniques. written by patrick McMurray And as autumn approaches fashion completes another seasonal cycle. And we wait in great anticipation for new styles freshly watered down from the catwalks. New designers emerge while others blend in with the back ground. And so another turbulent season approaches. written by patrick McMurray It has become increasingly difficult to find a designer tie that truly differs from all the rest. We’re offered more choice, but less variety, don’t you think? As a buyer I set out to make a marginal contribution to increase variety and offer another level of choice generally not found in high street stores or websites. written by patrick McMurray Simon Carter is considered one of Britain’s premier men’s fashion accessories designers. He holds his position steady in an increasingly competitive market, which was, until recently undersupplied. written by patrick McMurray 1860, the Prince of Wales ordered a short smoking jacket to wear at informal dinner parties at Sandringham from his friend, the tailor, Henry Poole. It was the first dinner jacket on record written by patrick McMurray It’s well documented that in 1880, the rowing club at Oxford University's Exeter College, invented the first school tie. << previous page 1 next page>> |