Whoever enters the workshop Ed Meier in Munich, is immediately welcomed by the signature smell of leather and wax. It is here, where since 1596 shoemakers have been hand-crafting shoes for generations.
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Tales. From the artists muses and otiosity, from the lighthearted playfulness of the arts, tells the 57th art Biennale in Venice.
We probably owe the Celts a good debt of gratitude. Because, a good thousand years ago, they learned the art of distillation from the ancient Romans – and brought it to Scotland.
Swiss watches by Rolex have already become an urban legend, an epitome for luxury wrapped around your wrist. But what makes a Rolex so very special? Rolex has history. Tradition as an icon of helvetian craftsmanship and manufactured perfection.
At least since the iconic leather jacket, worn by Patrick Swayze in Dirty Dancing, was recently sold for 62.000 Dollar to the highest bidder, one thing is indeed certain: the timeless leather jacket has reached the Mount Olympus of fashion icons.
The story of the Gentlemen’s club is concurrent with the history of british culture. White’s, the supposedly oldest club of gentlemen, was founded in 1693. The only women allowed to set foot through the door is her majesty, the Queen.
“I want you to be my skipper”, the American informed the cuban fisher, “my first order is, that you drink whiskey with me. And the second, that we immediately start fishing in the gulf.” The american was Ernest Hemingway, the cuban fisher Gregorio Fuentes.
Just as often as proclaimed dead, Dandyism is revived for a new trend. The modern Dandy is very much, real and alive: men that appreciate form and quality – and are proud of it.