Things I like this month - August 2025
'Things I Like This Month,' is a monthly newsletter where I share things I genuinely like or that stood out to me and felt worth talking about.
Bennett Winch Bags Are Built for a Lifetime
Bennett Winch makes high-quality bags in England, using the best materials and classic designs. From canvas totes to suit carriers, their bags are built to last, get better with age, and are made to be used every day.
Is There Such a Thing as a Summer Watch?
In my opinion a summer watch is what you wear on vacation, with swim shorts and an open shirt or polo.
Things I like this month - July 2025
'Things I Like This Month,' is a monthly newsletter where I share things I genuinely like or that stood out to me and felt worth talking about.
Serica Parade: The Watch That Grew on Me
Serica is a French watch brand that makes mechanical watches with vintage style and modern aesthetic. From field and diver watches to the elegant Parade, these are made to wear and enjoy every day.
The Importance of Fit: When Things We Like Don’t Work
You can love how something looks -glasses, shoes, or a jacket, but still realize it doesn’t work for you. Fit and proportion matter more than style alone.
Best Quality Made Caps
I’m not here to tell you to use sunscreen every day, but I will provide a few quality options to help protect your head from the sun. This article is about the best quality caps.
What I Think About This Year’s New Watch Releases
Last week’s Watches and Wonders event in Geneva introduced a lot of new watch releases. I wanted to share my thoughts on the ones that stood out to me, and on new releases in general.
Everyday Essentials: How to Find the Right Balance Between Value and Price in Socks
Everyone sees value for money differently, but many go cheap on everyday essentials like socks. I talk about the balance between quality and price, why better fabrics matter, and my experience with Pedemeia socks.
Should You Always Match Your Belt and Shoes for Casual Style?
When we’re talking about casual style, the answer is much more complex than a simple yes or no. It depends on the number of layers, colors and fabrics you’re wearing.
Simple Color Rules for Casual Outfits
This article is a continuation of my series about colors and these 5 simple rules should serve as a baseline for using colors in casual outfits.
How to Introduce Color Into Your Wardrobe
Many people stick to neutral clothes because they’re unsure which colors work together and are afraid of making mistakes, so they’d rather play it safe.
Best Mechanical Watches Under 2000€
When it comes to mechanical watches, there is a very wide price range to consider, from as low as 200€ to five or six-digit prices. This is part three of the series.
Why I Tuck in My Sweaters and the Best Shorter Knitwear Options
Why a 1” width has such great appeal is because it doesn’t fill the entire belt loop. This makes it look effortless and elegant. Visually, a narrower belt also doesn’t cut the whole outfit in half. The main reason why regular belt widths (1.5” to 4 cm) are not a good choice, in my opinion, is that they stand out too much and overpower the entire midsection.
The Basics of Color Theory for Better Casual Outfits
There is no right or wrong when it comes to colors, but there are certain visual rules that can help us make more harmonious looks, so I decided to explain the basic rules for styling colors, based on color theory.
How to Elevate a Neutral Outfit with Contrasting Elements
A lot of people like to wear toned-down, neutral outfits, but too often, they go a bit too far and make them very monotonous or even boring. Luckily, it’s possible to solve that with just one or two elements that have the same effect - they create contrast.