More than a fragrance, Maurer & Wirtz takes us back in time over 220 years when a unique formulation was given as a wedding gift. A prominent citizen of Cologne, Wilhelm Muelhens, received a recipe from a Roman Catholic monk on the eve of his marriage, and the rest is history. Gifted in 1792, the secret formula, with its enchanting aroma, was an “aqua mirabilis” or miracle water, purported to have surprising curative properties. Originally taken internally, Muelhens embraced the…
Category: Brand Profiles
This is the place to go to find more about the history of those brands that have captured our imagination for centuries and those new ground-breaking ones. The unifying theme is their drive for quality in producing the finest grooming products and accessories for men.
Brand Spotlight: Silvine Originals
“Understated, simple, and classic.” These are the three defining features of the Silvine Original Notebook collection. Reviving an original British treasure, the Silvine Originals brings elegance and simplicity back to writing. Photo taken from Silvine Originals. HISTORY & STYLE In operation for over 175 years, Silvine Originals and has been producing stationary for over six generations. With a rich history, the Silvine notebook was historically used by tradesmen, such as carpenters and builders, designers, butchers, shopkeepers and more for sketching…
Brand Spotlight: The Bridge
Mixing modern style with a bohemian resolve, The Bridge’s collection is elegant and timeless. Founded in Florence, Italy, in 1969, the collection serves to reflect the Tuscan way of life. Crafting men’s, women’s, and home pieces, The Bridge offers distinct leather accessories for every occasion. The Bridge uses vegetable tanned cowhide leather, with eco-friendly processing, to achieve rich colour and patinas that are enhanced with use, giving each piece their own signature look. Each unique item is handcrafted by local…
Brand Profile – Baxter of California
Known for reinvigorating male grooming products, Baxter of California has become one of the best-selling and top-rated lines in men’s skin care, centered around simplicity and quality. Brand History Unhappy with traditional grooming products on the market to resolve his dry skin, its founder, Baxter Finley, established the company in 1965 to fill what he believed was an industry void. Turns out, he was right. The company had immediate success and continues to prosper after more than 50 years in…
Brand Spotlight: Heinrich L. Thäter
Elegance, luxury, and distinction characterize the renowned collection of Thäter brushes. Handmade in Germany since 1913, Thäter brushes are delicately crafted according to traditional techniques. Staying true to their ‘small but beautiful’ philosophy, a Thäter brush is distinguished by its soft luxurious bristles and signature polished handles that are comfortable and sleek. The family-owned business takes pride in its craftsmanship. The handmade knots are artfully crafted by skilled artisans with years of experience and unparalleled knowledge of the trade. Silvertip,…
Brand Spotlight: Moleskine
Practical and functional, Moleskine’s wide stationary collection is among the world’s best. Making old, new again, the revived Moleskine brand has reinvented the joy of writing. Originally created as a passion project by a French family, it went out of business in the 1800s. Revamed centuries later, 1997 to be exact, the brand was reintroduced as Modo&Modo by an Italian publisher. Representing a time-honored tradition of journalists, writers, artists and adventurers, and the Moleskine notebook collection reflects that used by…
Introducing Floris London
Elegant, charming, and chic, Floris London is one of the world’s finest perfumeries and curators of fine fragrances. Established in 1730 by Juan Famenias and Elizabeth Floris, Floris London is the only Appointed Perfumer to Her Majesty the Queen that also holds a Royal Warrant from HRH The Prince of Wales. With a scent for every type of personality, prominent supporters of the brand included Winston Churchill, Eva Peron, and Marilyn Monroe. Using only the finest ingredients to meticulously craft…
Brand Spotlight: Focus Razors
Designed and made in Italy, its founder is passionate about wet-shaving and created the Focus razor line to offer a fresh take on shaving. With ergonomic handles, a patented opening system and bold colours, adding a Focus razor to your collection is a worthwhile investment. Slim Al Aluminum Replaceable Blades Straight Razor The signature Focus razor is their Slim Al Straight Razor. Distinct in every aspect of its deign, it has a fully aluminum body, making it lightweight and well-balanced. R21 Inox…
O Canada!
Here’s to you Canada! We’re getting ready to celebrate Canada Day by highlighting a few of our favourite Canadian Brands. These independent artisans are proudly representing the Great White North with their shaving and grooming collections that feature nourishing and wholesome ingredients, all proudly made in Canada. Be sure to include them on your next order – you won’t be disappointed! Rebels Refinery Location: Toronto, ON Known for their edgy and modern take on traditional grooming products, Rebels Refinery has…
Brand Spotlight: Claus Porto
Hand-crafted and hand-packaged, the Claus Porto soap collection redefines excellence. With over 130 years of experience passed down through four generations, the impressive collection hails from Portugal and is defined by its simple elegance. Distinct packaging and scents hailing straight form the gardens of Portugal are among the brand’s signature features. Founded by Claus and Georges Schweder in 1887, the German nationals opened the first national soap factory while living in Porto, Portugal. After The beginning of WWI forced the…
New from Fendrihan
Fendrihan is proud to introduce the latest additions to our product catalogue; Fendrihan Shaving Cream and Fendrihan Pre-Shave Oil! After much collaboration, we’re excited to share the final products with our customers. Both the Shaving Cream and Pre-Shave Oil are made in England and are designed to be gentle on skin and high-performing. Both Shaving Cream and Pre-Shave Oil come in our new signature European scent which is best described as a sweet and fresh blend of cedar, bergamot, lemon, and patchouli. Fendrihan…
Brand Spotlight: Thiers Issard
An iconic brand in the world of wet shaving, Thiers Issard creates straight razors and shaving accessories like no other. Founded in 1884 by Pierre Thiers, Thiers Issard is one of France’s most popular straight razor manufacturers. Their high-quality items are exported to nearly 30 countries worldwide and are synonymous with luxury and quality. Here’s a brief look at some of their stunning pieces. Browse our collection of Thiers Issard shaving and grooming accessories here.