One of our favourite go-to Italian menswear brands is back again with a superb new classic piece that works brilliantly in the warmer weather and carries that natural sophisticated style, now so synonymous with the label. Having just retuned from recent trade shows in both Florence and Paris where temperatures can be very uncomfortable to walk around in, especially as you go from meeting to meeting, we know the importance […]
Distinctive for its sunset-red threads, the rare and mystical saffron imparts a brilliant colour and an intense aroma, casting a rich, lingering glow on everything it touches. Acqua di Parma highlights the inherent splendour of this ‘red gold’ with a citrus note, illuminating its warmth and depth, thereby crafting a unique, radiant, and spicy sensation. […]
Nobody does a sophisticated summer style better than our much-lauded Italian menswear specialist Luca Faloni. Classics that can be the reliable go-to pieces for an elevated aesthetic that are both versatile and effortlessly stylish to wear. We recently discovered the linen jersey shirt and fell in love with it immediately as it not only fits amazingly well to the body, but is […]
Any Dapper Chapper golfers out there? A brand to check out is British independent brand ARNE, who has recently ventured into golf gear. ARNE is a brand we like at DC HQ and now they are dedicated to bringing style, comfort, and functionality to the golf course. With their innovative designs and high-quality materials, they are quickly […]
It may not feel like it, but the summer months are just around the corner, where we will be readying ourselves for a summer wardrobe and the all-important, vital swimwear choices. Not recognised as the most common destination for summer garments, Swiss based Andrew & Cole is a cool new swimwear and resort brand we […]
Following a return to trade show action in January this year for Swedish shirting authority Stenstroms, we were delighted to receive their latest looks for the upcoming Spring/Summer season. As ever, the team headed by menswear designer Peter Juriado has curated a collection that is richly versatile for the man on the go. A range […]
We know how getting hold of good footwear can be an expensive job, but for us it’s a necessity. Recently brought to our attention is a new premium sneaker brand that is not only made from the very best materials, but also boasts changeable heel elements to help lengthen the lifespan of the product. Meet […]
Acqua Di Parma Panettone Scented Reed Diffuser A delight for the eyes, taste and smell with a fragrance inspired by the wonderful Christmas cake of the Milanese tradition loved all over the world. A fragrance that awakens festive memories combining Acqua di Parma’s sun-drenched and citrusy Frutti d’Oro with the irresistible gourmandes notes of vanilla […]
This Holiday season, Corinthia London and Acqua di Parma have partnered to create “THE ALPINE WINTER GARDEN”, a multi-sensory winter Schloss Guests are greeted at Corinthia London by a bespoke gold Christmas tree by renowned florist McQueens, surrounded by red and gold presents, and miniature Picea trees. This theme continues through all areas of the […]
When our friends at Acqua di Parma have something to announce our ears always prick up and we’ve just been informed that the Colonie universe is expanding with a new fragrance, Colonia Futura. It was released exclusively with John Lewis on the 6th August so this really is hot off the press. The latest addition […]
Networking – if anyone remembers how to do that after three months of lockdown – always tends to lead us to meeting some interesting people and brands as well as forming longer-lasting relationships where possible. Prior to the pandemic and via a close friend, we had a chance to the latter having been fortunate enough […]
Did you do Dry for January this year? Personally, I didn’t make it past day two, so to those who are still on course I applaud you. Whether you’re on or off the liquor at the moment, I think we’ll all need a drink when February hits so below are some of pointers of what we […]
One of the newest and most exiting brands unearthed at Pitti in June this year was Unfeigned, a label that looks very Scandinavian, but in fact hails from the Spanish capital, Madrid. Fast-forward six months and we are in the city walking along the C. de Fernando VI and stumble across Unfeigned again. This time it’s in […]
We are excited to see one of the most natural, like-minded partnerships landing just before Christmas through the coming together of British brands Hamilton + Hare and Private White VC. The collection of quality co-designed garments features a Manchester-made cashmere-cotton robe, boxer shorts as well as comfort-first lounge sets, focusing on the core values of […]
TRESemmé, L’Oreal, Pantene. Three staple names in the world of shampoo and haircare, but what do they all have in common? They’re predominantly, if not entirely, made for women’s hair. Schwarzkopf and John Frieda could probably fall into the same boat, though I’m told they’re not as popular. Then we have the gender neutral Aussie, […]
Nestled amongst ‘old school boozers’ and ‘canal-side warehouses’ thier East End spirit flows through to their entire brand. East London Liquor Co’s mission from the very beginning has been to make great drinks that ‘don’t cost the earth’, and that they have done. As a loyal SW Londoner it is hard to admit when the […]
Gin Kitchen craft their drinks in the Surrey Hills area and can be found in luxury stores, exclusive hotels, michelin-starred restaurants and specialist spirit merchants. Their Insane Ostrich Gin caught my eye, I can’t help but judge a book on its cover – it’s my toxic trait, I’m a drinks snob both from a quality […]
Our friends over at Arterton (the guys who make those handsome garment bags) recently told us about their latest addition to their collection of desirable items: Nakata Hangers. Nakata is arguably the world’s finest hanger maker, being in existence since 1942. Their craftsmanship and Japanese woodworking technique (nankin-kanna) deliver a smoother finish, unobtainable via other […]
Having just returned from the shows for the first time in more than 2 years, it feels as though things have returned to a semblance of normality. It is apparent, at the moment, that shows like Pitti Uomo have altered in terms of size and that some of the brands usually in attendance have disappeared. […]
The importance of having go-to quality garments to hand cannot be underestimated and gone are the days of having a wardrobe full of shirts that are falling to pieces. Instead, today, most of us have a more carefully considered offer in front of us when we open top the closet doors. A few years ago […]
The latest fragrance for the Dapper Chapper team to review is the newest addition to the Acqua di Parma Maison. Colonia C.L.U.B was released last month, so let us help set the scene. COLONIA C.L.U.B represents a new inclusive ‘club’ that celebrates unforgettable moments: The desire to be with friends, the happiness of sharing new […]
