More from: Christian Barker
News March 2020
The Rake’s Guide to Working from Home
Writers are old hands at working from home. Here, one of our scribes provides tips on staying engaged and productive while in isolation.
Style March 2020
Crockett & Jones: Start-ups & Slip-ons
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.
Style March 2020
Vitale Statistics
Exploring the rich history of Vitale Barberis Canonico, catering to the world’s best tailors since 1633.
Style February 2020
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.
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.
Craft February 2020
How to Buy Tailored Garments That Last
Here’s what you need to know to invest in sartorial apparel that will maintain perennial appeal.
Craft February 2020
Canvassing Opinions
Exploring the ins and outs of canvassed tailoring – and why the received wisdom on fusing may be out of date.
Style January 2020
A Different Stripe
Though closely associated with denizens of the financial district, striped tailoring in fact possesses multiple personalities — and a history spanning sports, politics, commerce and the Old West.
Style January 2020
Sartorial Secrets to Looking Taller
How to use clever tailoring to elevate your standing.
Looks January 2020
How to Dress for Your Skin tone
We explain the science of selecting the right combinations of colours and shades for your complexion.
Style January 2020
Back in Black
Contrary to popular opinion, wearing black well can be a complicated matter. We asked the experts for their advice on working sartorial black magic.
Style January 2020
Sartorial Secrets To Looking Slimmer
Effortlessly erase the festive flab, using tailoring tromp l’oeil to slim down your silhouette.
