The Most Stylish Accessories A Man Can Own
Words: Alex Woodhall
The devil, as always, is in the detail and the detail is in the accessories. The little touches we fit ourselves out with are the difference between a truly stylish man and one who’s just falling short. Here are the absolute most stylish and iconic accessories a man can own:
HERMES TIE
The premier in luxury, lifestyle accessories, Hermès has been outfitting stylish ladies and gents since 1837 and their reputation has been forever on the rise. Give your suit the respect it deserves by knotting up with one of their basket weave silk, hand-rolled ties in a versatile neutral colour.
Hermès Silk Tie, £175 from Hermès
DUNHILL LIGHTER
Alfred Dunhill invented the very first one-handed lighter and there hasn’t been a better one since. Iconic in name and nature, it’s ideal for lighting up after lunch or for the occasional celebratory smoke, plus they’re guaranteed for 2 years after purchase should the unthinkable happen.
Dunhill Lighter, £500 from Wheelers
PERSOL 714 SUNGLASSES
Steve McQueen is regarded as one of the most stylish gents to have ever walked the planet. Channel the icon with a pair of his signature sunglasses, Persol’s 714 model, as seen in The Thomas Crown Affair – the 1968 original, not the Pierce Brosnan remake, naturally.
Steve McQueen Folding Acetate Polarised Sunglasses, £280 from Mr Porter
CIRE TRUDON CANDLES
The Parisian candlemaker is the oldest in the world and notable clients have included the French monarchy and Napoleon himself. Ensure your home looks (and smells) as great as you do with one of their beautifully scented candles in a hand-blown glass case.
Cire Trudon Candles, from £60 from Cire Trudon
SMYTHSON NOTEBOOK
It’s said we all have three one million pound ideas a year, never forgot yours by cataloguing them in the best notebook money can buy from Smythson of Bond Street. The Panama features featherweight paper with a glint of gold, bound in supple leather and a stitched spine – never leave home without one.
Smythson Navy Bright Ideas Notebook, £35 from Smythson
MONTBLANC BALLPOINT PEN
Of course, jotting down those ideas shouldn’t be done with any ordinary Biro. Equip yourself with a pen from esteemed German brand Montblanc, we recommend their platinum lined p163 rollerball pen for a stylishly elegant writing experience.
Montblanc Platinum P163 Rollerball Pen, £330 from Selfridges
MULBERRY CLIPPER LEATHER HOLDALL
Travel in style with a timeless Mulberry Clipper Holdall in an oak-coloured natural leather and suede-lined interior. Whether you’re jetting off for a city break or just hitting the gym after work, don’t let your bag bring down the rest of your look.
Mulberry Clipper, £1350 from Mulberry
TIFFANY CUFFLINKS
The cufflink is possibly the most neglected of all the accessories we use on a day-to-day basis. While they may go unseen for large portions of the day, the glimpses that do make it into sight, when you reach to shake a hand or adjust your sleeve, should reflect those of a discerning gent. Tiffany does the best in the business, opt for a sleek, simple design in sterling silver and you’ll never go wrong.
Tiffany Metropolis Cuff Links, £265 from Tiffanys
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