A Gentleman's Style Defined by the Right Accessories

A man in a beautifully tailored suit, the gesture of removing his cufflinks.

Even with a stranger, we sometimes get a gentlemanly impression from their attire, belongings, and manner.

Even something small, simply by wearing it,

can be the kind of accessory that changes how you carry yourself and how you think.

It's as if such items elevate your personal style by a notch.

This time, we'd like to introduce a selection of accessories recommended for men.

【Understatement Is Key: An Outfit Where the Accessories Shine】

If you'd like to bring a gentlemanly style into your everyday wardrobe,

one item we'd recommend is suspenders.

The way a suit is worn has gone through many changes over the eras.

Suspenders were originally an item used with men's formal wear.

Since they were once considered a kind of undergarment,

when wearing a three-piece suit, they were worn under the vest

and kept hidden from view whenever the jacket was removed.

These days, however, in casual settings

it has become fashionable to deliberately "show off" one's suspenders.

Because suspenders hold trousers up from above,

they also have the advantage of causing fewer wrinkles in the trousers than a belt does, and of making the legs look longer.

As an item that flatters your figure, they broaden the range of ways you can dress.

Necktie shown: Necktie, Navy (Check/Navy NTM-163)

albert thurston, founded in London, England in 1820,

is a brand that could well be called the embodiment of gentlemanly style.

Since its founding, traditional suspenders have continued to be made by hand by skilled craftsmen.

The Suspenders in Black are a classic type we'd recommend to anyone choosing suspenders for the first time.

The section that rests against the back is Y-shaped, made from stretchy rubber material,

making it easy to adjust the size, and suitable for those between about 155cm and 180cm in height.

They can be used in two ways: a simple clip type that snaps onto the trousers,

or a button type that fastens the suspenders to the trousers with buttons.

*If your trousers don't already have buttons,

please sew on the included buttons before use.

A simple black pairs well with a bright-colored necktie.

Why not start by enjoying different necktie combinations as you incorporate suspenders into your wardrobe?

Cufflinks and tie pins are also items you'll want to incorporate into a gentlemanly look.

Small as they are, when they peek out from the cuffs of a jacket or shirt,

they have a real presence.

Cufflinks, long known as an ornamental item,

lend an even more refined impression to your everyday attire.

Louis FAGLIN, a French maker that has continued to produce quality cufflinks since its founding.

The brand specializes in elegant, classic cufflinks made with shell and brass,

and its high quality is proven by the fact that it has also crafted pieces for famous fashion houses.

Louis FAGLIN's tie pins are, like their cufflinks, items that convey a real sense of refinement.

Made of brass, these tie pins are small and simple, yet

their delicate patterns and meticulously calculated shapes are striking.

The design truly embodies classic, orthodox style.

Here's a quick review of how to wear cufflinks and tie pins.

◇ Choose color and design according to the time and occasion

Though small, cufflinks and tie pins are visible to others,

so it's important to choose them according to the occasion and let them stand out only subtly.

Gold or patterned pieces are suited to festive occasions such as weddings.

For everyday use, choose from basic silver

or shell materials in calm, muted tones.

Alternatively, matching the color of your wristwatch will also blend in naturally.

◇ How to wear a tie pin

A tie pin is inserted from your right side toward your left.

When wearing a jacket, the ideal position is just above the top button—

somewhere that peeks in and out of view as you move.

【Practicality Meets Playfulness: Accessories Worth Owning】

What kinds of things do you usually carry in your bag?

Your wallet, smartphone, favorite pen, and don't forget your glasses…

Thinking about how the small items you use every day will be with you for years to come,

it's reassuring to have ones that develop character the longer you use them,

or ones that come with a quality guarantee.

The ELBAMATT BRASS SHOEHORNKEYCASE from ARTS&CRAFTS

comes as a set with a key ring and shoehorn.

It uses vacchetta leather, made according to a traditional leather-manufacturing method passed down since the early 9th century in the Tuscany region of Italy,

tanned slowly, over time, with vegetable tannins extracted from chestnut and mimosa.

The leather has a soft texture that feels good in the hand, and it deepens in color as time passes.

The key ring and shoehorn are made of brass, and the way they slide smoothly out of the leather looks beautiful, hinting at their high practicality.

It's small enough to fit in a pocket, so keeping it in your bag at all times makes for a handy companion.

Leather items develop a richer character through the hands of the person who uses them,

and part of their appeal is that they always look presentable, no matter the occasion.

◇Features of the Elba Matt Brass Shoehorn

To make the most of the material's natural beauty, the metal parts used in this product

have not been given a clear anti-corrosion coating on the surface.

Because of this, some corrosion may already be present from the start,

but as you use it, friction from handling will bring out a rich, attractive shine.

Please enjoy the way the brass gradually changes to a mellow, weathered patina,

together with the leather as it too deepens in color over time. 

You can check the time on your smartphone, but

a wristwatch you can glance at right from your cuff is something worth wearing precisely because of the times we live in.

The Mach 2000 design watch by LIP, with its striking gold color and unusual form,

is a watch that feels refined while still conveying an adult sense of ease and playfulness.

Designed in 1974, the Mach 2000 series was created so that it would still look

fresh and remain wearable even by the year 2000.

Even now, in 2016, the Mach 2000 design watch still feels new,

with its dial deliberately offset from the center of the strap, and

its asymmetrical frame, drawn with curves and straight lines, making a bold impression.

With its slender design, even a color as seemingly flashy as gold

blends naturally with the color of your skin.

◇About LIP's warranty

LIP wristwatches come with a warranty certificate.

Should any defect occur within the warranty period, we will check with the manufacturer on your behalf,

so please feel free to contact our customer support.

Also, please be sure to keep the warranty certificate in a safe place.