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More from: Aleksandar Cvetkovic

Craft May 2020

UNION MAN: David Mason

David Mason has spent the past decade resuscitating the fortunes of several British labels that hadn’t had it so good since the sixties. He tells The Rake how he’s done it, and why his new project — reviving the heritage shirtmaker Mr Fish — is the most challenging yet.
Style March 2020

Spring Tailoring Guide

The weather, dictated by the elements of climate change, throws up some barmy and broad events in spring, blighting one’s wardrobe predilections, but here, Aleks Cvetkovic expertly advises what to wear, to reduce your chances of getting caught out, whilst remaining impeccably stylish.
Style October 2019

The Heroes of Luxury Menswear

The Rake salutes our favourite British and international brands that take their ethical responsibilities seriously. But here’s the thing: if clothes are made with care, they should be purchased in a similar manner…
Style October 2019

How To Dress Like A Neapolitan: the AW19 edition

Don’t start unbuttoning your shirt to the navel just yet – if you want to dress like a Neapolitan, Aleks Cvetkovic has some shock news for you…
Style August 2019

Don't Diss Function: Utilitarian Styling

It’s true, the phrase ‘utilitarian menswear’ is about as sexy as mothballs. But that doesn’t mean you don’t need it in your life… We took to Half Moon Bay Antigua, the exclusive new resort on the island of Antigua, and home to the Rosewood Half Moon Bay Hotel (set to open in 2022) to demonstrate the chic versatility of this under-appreciated menswear genre.
Style June 2019

Leg Spin - how to wear the trousers

In Half Moon Bay Antigua, The Rake shot a masterclass on how to wear different styles of trousers from some of the finest sartorial brands in the world…
Style April 2019

The Rake Foundations #1: the contemporary wardrobe

In the first of a series on how to nail the rudimentary elements of menswear, Aleks Cvetkovic opines on the key pieces that make up a contemporary wardrobe.
Style February 2019

The World's Most Expensive Dressing Gown

Want to slip into something more comfortable? How about a one-of-a-kind vicuña gown from New & Lingwood and Piacenza, in collaboration with The Rake? Film by Martin Senyszak.
Style May 2017

How Crockett & Jones Became a Shoemaking Giant

Forty years ago, Crockett & Jones was down at heel. Jonathan Jones, the Managing Director, discusses how his team have transformed the brand into a powerhouse of British shoemaking.
Style February 2017

Urbane Outfitter: Chris Modoo

Christopher Modoo, the senior creative at Savile Row tailor Chester Barrie, guides The Rake through his favourite looks and cherished personal possessions.
Craft February 2017

Generation Game: Introducing Montague Ede Bespoke

The Rake meets with Antonia Ede, a Savile Row stalwart who has broken with tradition to found her own bespoke house, and who isn’t afraid to do things a little differently.
Style February 2017

Motoluxe And The Teddy Bear Coat

Alpaca coats are on the rise, with a number of new designs emerging from heritage menswear brands. What’s more, the latest of these from Motoluxe, is almost unbearably rakish.