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      • Gain a Foothold at Home: Slippers

        January 2021

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  • Acapulco Gold: Mexico's Halcyon Days

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    Acapulco Gold: Mexico's Halcyon Days

    As documented by Slim Aarons, once upon a time this Mexican seaside resort town was the gold-standard vacation destination.

  • Stefano Bemer for The Rake: The Ready To Wear Collection

    Style July 2020

    Stefano Bemer for The Rake: The Ready To Wear Collection

    As The Rake launches a capsule collection of Stefano Bemer shoes, Christian Barker explores the craftsmanship and expertise behind the brand.

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    Shrugging off their own profound challenges, many luxury businesses, brands and artisans have come to the aid of those in need during the Covid-19 crisis.

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    Live Like a King: Clark Gable

    Originally featured in issue 2 of The Rake, Christian Barker expertly delves into the golden era’s ‘King of Hollywood’, ever-rakish actor Clark Gable whose effortlessly balanced elegance and machismo got him far.

  • Hat of Cain: Head to the Tropics

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    Style March 2020

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    The legacy of a Tudor-period entrepreneur and philanthropist lives on in every pair of Crockett & Jones shoes — including the cordwainer’s latest exclusives for The Rake.

     

  • Vitale Statistics

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  • THUNDER WEAR

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    THUNDER WEAR

    In view of Storm Dennis bestowing further drizzle, howling winds and a loathsome outdoor environment, ensure you’re equipped to brave the elements with these inclement weather essentials.

  • The World of Trousers

    Style February 2020

    The World of Trousers

    National preferences often dictate the cut — but your choice of trouser style should ultimately be governed by higher concerns.

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