British Summer Time

Finally we have some sun!

I love the sun, the warmth and being outside but unfortunately the British don't really dress well when the heat hits.

So here are a few things I like to wear.

Plain Oxford Shirts

These always look good and are perfect for the summer, I am a big fan of the plain white slim fit Oxford from Uniqulo - a great fit and they look amazing. 

Ralph Lauren Tailored Shorts 

Shorts can be a very difficult thing to get right, it is so easy to look like an overgrown child, but I really don't think you can go wrong with a pair of Ralph Lauren slim fit chino shorts. 

Ray Ban Caravan Sunglasses 

A lovely alternative to the classic aviator the Ray Ban caravan is a classic that will serve you well for years. 

Some Classic Trainers

I really hate sandals and flip-flops at work and often shoes can be a little bit heavy so personally i love classic trainers and the Nike Roshe Tiempo are perfect. 

A Fine Day For Sunglasses

A small selection of my sunglasses

From left to right; Dunhill, Romio Gigli, Mui Mui, Belstaff, Romio Gigli, Ray Ban and Ray Ban

Everyday Essentials In My Bag

Inspired by Every Day Carry and my previous blog about bag essentials, my everyday essentials.

Bill Amberg selvage skiff bag in green
Porter shopper in blag
Bill Amberg wallet in brown
Ray Ban sunglasses
Folk keyring holder with Mulberry dog keyring
Swiss Army Knife
Il Brussetto coin purse
Antique wood business card holder
HTC android phone kept in a Bill Amberg card case
Nokia mobile
Moleskin diary
Berol pen

Summer Essentials

What are the essentials for summer?  I fell that it is always a difficult question to answer but here are my thoughts.

• The perfect blazer - I am currently into a lovely Dries Van Noten 
• A good raincoat - This year I have a smart McQ and a casual Nigel Cabourn 
• Sunglasses - Normally Ray Ban's for me but I might invest in a new pair of Persols 
• The perfect scent - Comme Des Garcons 
• Good moisturiser - Shiseido 
• Simple t shirts - Jil Sander, Dries Van Noten, Folk, YMC and Stone Island 
• A good cardigan - Folk this summer 

I would also say that some good jeans, shorts, Tretorn's and Church's Desert Boots.