Handmade and totally unique, Da Luca watchstraps are one of a kind. Sourced from new and vintage leathers, they are equal parts investment and a celebration of craftsmanship. Each watch strap is one of a kind – literally. Every one of this San Diego-based company’s watch straps is an individual creation, never to be duplicated.…
Too often belts are a serious business that must meet the daily requirements of understatement, sobriety, or at least a degree of conformity. The good thing is that when you sit back and take a look, there are many occasions when you can loosen up your wardrobe choices, put away the earth tones, and have…
Typically, when one considers Jermyn Street, London’s storied home to menswear’s bespoke luminaries, a particular expectation comes to mind. Elegance, craftsmanship, detail, and tradition. While all of these traits still hold true for the area’s established labels, some are working hard to bring Jermyn Street a little excitement, to boot. Emmett Shirts is one of…
Glasses are a very personal thing. If you need them, then you understand how completely they impact your life. Eyeglasses are also very trendy at the moment, which is a bit odd to those of us saddled with taunts of “four eyes” throughout most of childhood. The right pair of glasses makes life immeasurably better,…
We actually introduced you to Dapper Classics, makers of outstanding men’s socks, back in 2013, but wanted to make a return visit as part of our 2014 Father’s Day series. So, even though Father’s Day has officially passed, OTC is extending it one more day so that we can show you some of Dapper Classics’…
Looking for something new to add to the undershirt drawer? Sydney, Australia-based Equmen has ventured into the brave new world of men’s compression garments; a.k.a, “shape wear.” While more familiar at the gym, these products are designed for everyday wear. We like to refer tothis category as “fitwear.” Their core compression singlet style undershirt which…
Creating a space for yourself in a crowded market is always a tough situation. The menswear furnishing business is particularly popular right now, with new brands planting their stylishly vintage flags every day. Enter Quixotic, a brand that caught our attention for all the right reasons. What better way to celebrate Father’s Day, or any…
We are big fans of neckwear brand Bull+Moose, and have actually worked with them on a few projects, most notably the fantastic Art of Style event earlier this year. B+M’s new Spring 2014 collection hits just the right note for the perfect Father’s Day tie; slim but not skinny, fun without being goofy, and exceptionally…
Fort Belvedere is the storied historic residence of England’s eternally stylish but morally fuzzy former King Edward VIII. It is also a new luxury goods brand recently launched by Sven Raphael Schneider, founder of The Gentleman’s Gazette. As with Gentleman’s Gazette, the brand and its carefully selected collection of products are unique, elegant, and expertly…
OTC was recently asked to contribute a photo to the British site Everyday Carry UK showing what our editor-in-chief has in his bag and on his person any given day. As bags and the stuff of life have always been a big part of OTC, we were happy to oblige. While the sack may change…
