There’s more to Italy than fashion, food and wine. Italy’s shaving culture is deeply rooted in history and is among the best in the world. Walking into any Italian barbershop is just as much about the experience as it is the shave itself. A daily ritual for most Italian men, it’s where friends meet to catch up, watch their favourite soccer team or just hang out. Peak inside any shop and you’ll find the best Italian made shaving products from…
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Ruitertassen Bags: Designing Perfection
Synonymous with quality and longevity, a Ruitertassen is the bag of choice for professionals. Established by Jacob de Ruiter of Belgium in 1925, and initially designed for teachers, Ruitertassen bags cater to professionals of all ages who seek functionality and efficiency over fashion. The company’s “Buy it for Life” philosophy ensures classic pieces are crafted to perfection and endure every day wear-and-tear. The making of the bag The care and precision that goes into making a Ruitertassen bag is like…
How it’s made: Natural Horn Combs
Perhaps the first thing that comes to mind when the topic of horns come up is a pair of fighting stags. And although these marvellous animals are the original source of horn, this natural fiber has been used for centuries to create handcrafted products, including brushes, combs, and even drinking cups. There are only a few artisans left in the world who continue to manufacture such exquisite items by hand, including Abbeyhorn, the only company still hand-making horn combs in the…
Invest in Ikeuchi
In today’s world of mass production, it’s challenging to find quality products that are made using only pure materials, and natural processes. Japan’s Ikeuchi Organic Inc. has been doing both and has redefined the traditional manufacturing process. Established in 1953 by Tadao Ikeuchi, the company began production in a bonded factory and slowly began to export to Europe in the late 1960’s. Today, Ikeuchi products can be found across Europe, North America and Asia thanks to independent and major retailers which…
Choosing the ‘Write’ Fountain Pen
With computers, cell phones, tablets and a million other devices, the art of writing with a pen and paper seems to be fading. We think it’s time to renew the love of writing and for everyone to embrace the use of a fountain pen. Fountain Penefits First patented by American Lewis Waterman 1884, the modern fountain pen comes in all different styles, price points, and has many benefits (related: Are these Europe’s Best Fountain Pens?) They feel good when you’re writing. You…
Win a Fendrihan Stainless Steel Mk II Safety Razor
Imagine one afternoon, you’re exploring the attic and you find a dusty box hidden under some old clothes. Inside are a pair of antique razors… they belonged to your grandfather. You dust off the box, and hold the razors in your hands. You can just imagine him shaving when he was young. It’s a legacy that’s hard to create in our disposable age… but not impossible. It’s rare for us to be this excited about the launch of a new…
Seep the benefits of Sea Sponges
Better than a loofa or a mere washcloth, which can harbor a lot of bacteria and funk over time, natural sea sponges work hard to help keep you clean. What is a Sea Sponge? Extracted from the floor of the ocean, sea sponges are multi-celled organisms classified as animals! Since they grow and reproduce similar to plants, they can also be considered vegan friendly. It circulates water and absorbs nutrients and oxygen through its body of pores and channels. There…
Bellroy All-Conditions Wallet and Phone Case Lookbook
Bellroy’s new, All-Conditions wallets and phone cases are the best way to keep your money, phone, and even your keys safe and sound, no matter where life takes you. Related: View the Bellroy collection
Moustaches Make the Man – A History of British Facial Hair
In late 18th and early 19th century Britain, there were many a well-groomed dapper dandy roaming the streets of London – gents who placed a lot of importance on their physical appearance, spoke with distinction and partook in leisurely hobbies. Men’s facial hair has gone in and out of favour since the beginning of time, but in the 18th century being clean-shaven was the ideal. New developments in razor materials like steel meant sharper, more durable razors. Men began dabbling in…
Scaramouche + Fandango Lookbook
Scaramouche + Fandango is putting simplicity back into male grooming. Full of the minerals and vitamins that your body needs, they’re more than just pretty packaging. Their Hair Cream was shortlisted for the Best Male Hair Product in the Pure Beauty awards. Travel-friendly and compact, these high-performance products are all made in the United Kingdom. (See more Scaramouche + Fandango products here)
Surprise Him: Valentine’s Day Gift Ideas for Men
Gifts for guys that ensure (or encourage) them to stay organized, well groomed and smell good. All Heart Klar’s Heart-Shaped Rose Blossom Soap is a chiselled, dense heart-shaped soap that’s seductive with its delicate rose petal fragrance. When he’s in the shower lathering away, he’ll be holding your heart in his hands… and smell great afterwards. Made from organic ingredients. Great for sensitive skin. That Bag’s the Bomb Perfect for overnighters within the city limits, resorting in the Muskokas or…
Win a Wet Shave Travel Kit
January is a long, dark month. As it stretches on, our thoughts invariably fly to warmer places closer to the equator. That’s why this week we’re giving away a wet shave travel kit. That includes a travel razor and travel shaving brush, a case, and a bottle of body powder (why include that? Well, you know how much chafing hot weather can lead to…) Contest begins January 27, 2017, and ends February 17th. Enter below for your chance to win….