LIFE// Real Style is Timeless

A philosophy many of us could adopt, trends are a very real thing in Men's Style now and that's not a bad thing. That being said on the whole Men's Style hasn't changed a great deal for a very long time and for good reason, "if it ain't broke don't fix it".

I've tried to take a more timeless approach to my style lately, simple pieces that come together and form a concise aesthetic. Men's style isn't about making big statements. Keep it simple and the outfit will be stylish for the next 20 years if not longer, go too far and you'll probably come to regret it. Don't believe me? lets give some examples:

Johnny Depp's style has barely changed for years and rightly so, he knows what he's doing. All of these outfits would work just as well on someone now.

As far as I'm concerned, nobody suit's up the way Ed Westwick does, but everybody looks good in a decent suit for one reason, they're classic, there's little room for error (not impossible though).

So let this be the year for simplicity and establishing a timeless style.

MISC// What to ask for this Christmas

It's that time of year again and that means you've probably already been asked, "What do you want for Christmas?', personally I hate this question. I always feel rude asking for actual things, I'd rather a person take notice of things I like or if it's a relative money is nice. 

But if someone really does insist on getting you an actual present without being creative, here are some things you could ask for. I've tried to include a range of price points depending on how generous the gifter is:

1. Canon EOS 500D - from £299 (used)

This is the Camera I use and honestly I cant fault it, I've had it a while now and it's still great. It shoots full HD as well which is a nice bonus, I was told it's used to shoot Sherlock Holmes but I've never looked into if that's true or not.

2. Canon EF 50mm - f/1.4 USM Lens - £279 (Brand New)

Perhaps you already own the camera, then this is an absolutely phenomenal little thing to add on.This is on my christmas list, they can be a little pricy but for me it's a must, they photos they produce are amazing and I need it for my blog.

3 . Pierre Hard Electric Blue Backpack - £720

Okay so maybe this a little too much to ask for but lets dare to dream... and technically it is on sale.

4. Kaare Anorak from Norse Projects in Grey - £210

Everyone needs an anorak and these ones are really great.

5. Vallelunga Chronograph by Autodromo - £320ish

These watches are really nicely minimal without having any fads, perfectly timeless.

6. H&M Bright Blue Beanie - £2.99

See some of these are cheap...

7. Navy Wool Biker Jacket - £190

This is a little pricey but it is sooo nice that I think I'll be getting myself one this christmas.