My dear fashionistas, welcome to a fashion adventure on the Mr.M blog! The Doha travelogues are over, but there are a few more fashion stories from Qatar to share with you. I sincerely hope you enjoyed this Qatar adventure and put this extraordinary country in the Middle East on your list of countries to visit.
If by any chance you missed reading all the travelogues from Qatar or you want to remind yourself of some interesting things, take the opportunity to visit the following links:
- Doha: The city where the future has already arrived
- The Souq Waqif and Cruise: Relax and experience the oriental spirit of Doha
- The National Museum of Qatar: Explore rich Qatar’s culture and heritage
Previous fashion stories from Qatar:
- Story about Allemano, the unique Italian Timekeepers…
- Fashion Diary of Mrs. Mom: Fratelli Rossetti, the grand opening of first store in Doha
- Mr.M in Doha: An Iconic Combination of Elegance and Refinement…
At the very beginning of this fashion story, I would like to thank Visit Qatar for the kind invitation and hospitality. With their help, the fashion stories that you had the opportunity to read during April were created, and we will continue during the month of May, and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy them.
There is no person in the world who does not like to feel a piece of clothing that is made of the highest quality materials. In addition to the correct selection of quality materials, in order to obtain a luxurious product, good processing of materials is also required during the process of making garments. Aurélien is a brand that has managed to meet all requirements and provide customers with the opportunity to enjoy quality products at significantly more affordable prices.
What should we know about the Aurélien brand? This is a brand with a strong focus on timeless classic style, based on craftsmanship, choosing the finest natural raw materials and materials, Aurélien offers a collection of exceptional luxury at an affordable price.
The Aurélien brand introduced a completely new innovative concept of “Smart Luxury” to the market, which represents a new look at luxury fashion products. Aurélien represents a timeless Mediterranean fashion style for the most discerning customers. This brand celebrates the embodiment of carefree joy in life, which we all need sometimes. Over time, Aurélien has become synonymous with casual elegance, timeless design and two of the most desirable raw materials, primarily Cashwool® and Softey® suede leather.
Through the concept of “Smart Luxury”, this brand offers unmatched value for money that customers usually pay in the luxury fashion industry. The recipe for the success of this brand is Italian craftsmanship because Aurélien collaborates exclusively with the most successful ateliers in Italy and Europe, using the finest natural raw materials and processes to develop a new type of fashion luxury with a strong focus on nature, creativity and innovation. Aurélien’s concept of luxury that embodies craftsmanship and luxury that helps to enhance the integrity of our fashion choices.
Aurélien directs the business in an unique way, modernizing marketing efforts, operating economically and keeping the chain from product design to the consumer almost entirely in its own hands, this unusual fashion brand offers a collection of pure luxury at a lower and significantly more affordable price than is normally expected in the luxury market. goods. When it comes to value for money in the high end fashion industry, Aurélien is one of a kind.
In today’s fashion story you have the opportunity to see the Aurélien Yellow Linen Seaside Shirt. The Aurelien Seaside Shirt is a sophisticated option for the warmer spring and summer period. Crafted from airy linen, it’s tailored with a flared collar with paneling to ensure it stays in place when worn open. Perfect for casual everyday and evening outfits during walks on trips and for leisure time in the city.
These Seaside Beige Linen Trousers are made from breathable linen and feature a comfortable stretchy waist. You can wear them like me with a light linen shirt or maybe with a slimmer polo shirt with a collar. These pants are tight and perfect for hot summer days.
If you want to stay updated with all the clothing, shoes and accessories Aurélien has to offer for ladies and gentlemen, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
Allemano timepieces are crafted to border on modern and innovative design with strict respect for tradition and the consistency of the “Made in Italy” feature. These unusual watches are made in Turin. Allemano is an Italian company from Turin with over 150 years of experience in the production of measuring instruments such as manometers, thermometers and dynamo-meters. With the exception of the Swiss movements, Allemano Misuratori del Tempo are entirely made in Italy.
The images for today’s fashion story were created at Heenat Salma Farm. This is an eco-farm and camp, located in Shahaniya, northwest of Doha. It is a revolutionary multidisciplinary project dedicated to holistic methods in agriculture, architecture and community development. They have successfully transformed a local conventional farm into an organic permaculture center that grows desert-friendly plants and vegetables, diversifying local food production and contributing to the renewable, homegrown food supply in Qatar and beyond.
I would like to use this unique opportunity to thank Visit Qatar for the kind invitation and hospitality. With their help, the travelogues and fashion stories that you will have the opportunity to read this May were created, and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy them.
Founded in 1856 as a manufacturer of measuring instruments for the automotive and mechanical industries, the company is now reawakened. At the beginning of 2019, Allemano presented its first wristwatch collection. This was inspired by the Allemano pressure gauges installed a hundred years earlier, in 1919 on the legendary Fiat 501 Torpedo and later on many Lancia, Ferrari, Maserati and Alfa Romeo models.
Today, all watches are still made with the same sense of professionalism and tradition as more than 150 years ago. Allemano watch models from 1919 Collections meet different aesthetic and technical requirements: MAN is perfect for leisure, GMT is the best choice for travelers, while DAY has the right characteristics to be essential in everyday life, while GRANDE TORINO is a special limited edition modified DAY model made on the occasion of the celebration of the famous Grande Torino.
All three models reflect Allemano’s historic legacy of knowledge and experience. In accordance with the tradition of every measuring instrument produced by Allemano, the Misuratori del Tempo models are accompanied by a certificate which, together with the serial number, not only testifies to their ownership and origin, but is also a guarantee of quality and craftsmanship.
The watch you have the opportunity to see in today’s fashion story is the MAN model from the famous Allemano collection in 1919. The MAN watch model is a status symbol and has a special story. It is the best choice for quality leisure time and the model that best symbolizes the origins of the Allemano brand. From the tradition of manometers to the Misuratori del Tempo for men, this watch is perfect for the man who breaks free from time. This watch has a Swiss manual movement, sapphire crystal, water resistant to a depth of 50 m, made of stainless steel 316L.
The case diameter is 44 mm, made of the highest quality 316L stainless steel with a sandblasted, brushed, polished finish. The watch is water resistant to a depth of 50 meters. The case is coated with sapphire crystal on the front and back. The clock mechanism is a Swiss-made manual movement and has the following functions: central hour hand, retrograde minute hand at 12 o’clock, small seconds hand at 6 o’clock. You can choose the dial in two colors, antique white or black with the serial number. The hands can be a combination of matte black and red or matte rose gold and red, depending on which dial color you choose. There are two bracelet colors, brown or black both are crafted from soft premium Italian leather with a steel clasp with an additional butterfly clasp matching the case finish.
If you want to stay updated and find out news about this unique Italian watch brand Allemano, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.
The story of the Fratelli Rossetti company is an inspiring story of a successful Italian family business that opened its doors in 1953. This is not just an ordinary company story, but a family story: the founder, Renzo Rossetti, and his wife, Lisetta, were dedicated to their work all their lives. The Fratelli Rossetti company is currently run by the second generation of the Rossetti family, the brothers Diego, Dario and Luca, who, due to their different roles and by developing their own different skills, have successfully brought their company to its 60th anniversary, always in search of quality and united by their passion with strict respect for tradition.
Fratelli Rossetti has a long tradition of “big little innovations”. In this company, tradition and quality have always gone hand in hand with insatiable curiosity and commitment to innovation. From the introduction of tassels and the invention of shoes designed to be worn without socks, to stylistic innovations and the launch of the “masculine” style, to the application of colors in unique chromatic shades. It was Renzo Rossetti who emphasized the importance of embracing new materials, styles and shapes: as early as the 60s, he was already experimenting with different color combinations on leather. Today, the company continues its research and development activities thanks to the knowledge of its craftsmen and the creative spirit of the styling department.
OUTFIT
Shirt: Aurélien
Trousers: Aurélien
Watch: Allemano
Loafers: Fratelli Rossetti
Fratelli Rossetti in its collections for men has timeless classic lines that you can find all year in their offer, some of the models are: Brera, Brera Sport, Hobo Sport, Yacht and La Giusta.
In today’s post I will present you one of the Hobo Sport models. This model of Fratelli Rossetti shoes represents a unique development in line with the success of the Hobo spirit, so classic and elegant, while also possessing a certain amount of relaxed everyday sports spirit. The Hobo Sport has a fresh and unobtrusive look that makes it one of the most loved models of the Fratelli Rossetti brand.
This model of Hobo Sport moccasins that you can see on me in today’s post is made of soft, finely finished suede leather. This fashion shoe can also be worn without laces thanks to the practical internal elastic band. Rubber sole with custom tread and removable insole. When you buy this model, you also get laces in case you want to give this model a more classic look.
If you want to stay updated and find out which models of shoes and leather goods the Fratelli Rossetti brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.
My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of this third fashion adventure from Qatar, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of the elegance of Italian luxury watches – Allemano, smart luxury brand Aurélien and the famous Italian shoe brand that is a symbol of timeless elegance and has become a true classic – Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal spring outfit!
Today’s fashion story would not be possible without the selfless help of the Visit Qatar and Marsa Malaz Kempinski Hotel in cooperation with local partners who allowed me to feel the spirit and beauty of Qatari culture and tradition.
See you soon and continue our fashion adventures from Qatar on the Mr.M blog! How did you like my outfit today? I really tried my best to prepare today’s post with lots of love and I hope you like it!
If you have any questions, comments, suggestions or any message for me, you can write me below in the comments. Of course, as always, you can contact me via email or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. I’ll see you soon!
Kind greeting from Qatar,
Mr.M
This post is sponsored by the Allemano, Aurélien and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.
Marko, you look great! The ambience is unusual and incredible, but your outfit is outstanding! I love linen, but sometimes it’s not practical, but it looks great on you, it doesn’t wrinkle. I like the combination of yellow and beige how you matched it perfectly. All praises for your appearance, you just shine and radiate! With best regards from Amsterdam, Camilla
This looks amazingly good, does Aurelien have any similar linen pants in their women’s collection? This looks great!
Great Marko, this is a really impressive outfit post, you don’t know if it’s the beautiful location or your outfit, it looks great on you of course when you have a good silhouette and maintain your appearance and weight! You look really great and I wish I had a style and figure like you!
Hello Marko, what a fitting close to your Qatar fashion chapters. Shooting at the Heenat Salma eco-farm rather than another glittering skyline says a great deal about your eye for the unexpected. Against that green permaculture setting, the Allemano on your wrist quietly steals the frame, and I love that its dial descends from automotive pressure gauges rather than the usual watch clichés. The pairing of an instrument-maker’s timepiece with an organic desert farm is a contrast few would think to attempt. Beautifully done.
Caro Marko, che piacere chiudere le tue storie qatariote con un marchio piemontese. Conoscevo Allemano per gli strumenti di misura, ma trovo affascinante la collezione 1919, con i suoi modelli MAN, GMT, DAY e la serie limitata Grande Torino. Apprezzo molto che ogni orologio sia accompagnato da un certificato e da un numero di serie, proprio come ogni strumento prodotto dall’azienda. Anche l’abbinamento con la camicia di lino Aurélien dà al tutto un’aria mediterranea molto curata. Complimenti per l’eleganza sobria e ben pensata.
Lieber Marko, ein gelungener Abschluss deiner katarischen Modegeschichten. Mir gefällt, dass du Allemano nicht nur als Schmuckstück zeigst, sondern an die Tradition der Manometer für Fiat, Lancia und Alfa Romeo erinnerst. Die retrograde Minutenanzeige auf zwölf Uhr und der kleine Sekundenzeiger auf sechs geben dem Zifferblatt einen technischen, fast instrumentellen Charakter. Auf der Heenat-Salma-Farm wirkt diese Verbindung von Mechanik und Natur überraschend stimmig. Ein wirklich angenehmer Beitrag.
Bonjour Marko, j’apprécie beaucoup votre concept de « Smart Luxury » présenté à travers Aurélien. L’idée d’une maison qui maîtrise toute la chaîne, du dessin au client, pour offrir un luxe accessible, me semble très pertinente aujourd’hui. Le lin jaune de la chemise Seaside, avec son col travaillé qui tient ouvert, est parfait pour la chaleur du désert. La montre Allemano, fidèle à son héritage d’instruments de mesure, complète l’ensemble avec discrétion. Bravo pour cette belle leçon d’élégance méditerranéenne.
Dear Marko, I have followed your watch features for some time and the Allemano remains one of your most intriguing finds. As someone who wears a Hamilton with a Swiss movement, I am drawn to the idea of a hand-wound piece whose layout, with the retrograde minutes leaping back at twelve, breaks from the ordinary. May I ask how legible that retrograde scale is at a glance, since I sometimes struggle with unusual displays in bright conditions? At 44 mm it is no small watch either, so your comfort impressions would be welcome. Thank you, and warm regards from Leeds.
Hola Marko, me ha encantado este cierre de tus aventuras cataríes. El reloj Allemano me parece una rareza encantadora, sobre todo por su origen como fabricante de manómetros en Turín. Tengo una duda sobre la correa: mencionas piel italiana en marrón o negro con cierre de mariposa, pero para un look tan claro de lino, ¿cuál recomendarías? Me cuesta decidir entre el contraste del negro y la calidez del marrón. Agradecería mucho tu opinión sincera.
Beste Marko, wat een fraaie afsluiting van je Qatar-reeks. Het horloge trok meteen mijn aandacht, want een merk dat ruim 150 jaar meetinstrumenten maakte voordat het horloges bouwde, blijft bijzonder. De combinatie met het luchtige linnen van Aurélien past perfect bij de warme omgeving van de Heenat Salma-boerderij. Bedankt voor dit inspirerende verhaal.
Marko, there is real intelligence in how you build a look around restraint. Most would overload a luxury shoot, yet you let airy yellow linen and a quiet instrument watch carry the whole story. I appreciate that Aurélien keeps its production chain almost entirely in-house, which explains how genuine craftsmanship can still arrive at a sensible price. The Fratelli Rossetti Hobo Sport loafers, worn without laces thanks to that hidden elastic, are the perfect finishing touch. It is the sort of outfit that looks effortless precisely because every element has been carefully chosen. A thoughtful, breathable look for such a… Read more »
Drogi Marku, od lat z przyjemnością śledzę twoje wpisy o zegarkach. Allemano to dla mnie odkrycie, zwłaszcza historia firmy z Turynu, która już w 1856 roku wytwarzała przyrządy pomiarowe. Fascynujące, że ich pierwszy zegarek nawiązuje do manometru z Fiata 501 Torpedo, a w 2020 roku marka dołączyła do Exclusive Brands Torino. Bardzo podoba mi się też, że poza szwajcarskim mechanizmem wszystko powstaje we Włoszech. Dziękuję, że pokazujesz marki, o których inaczej bym nie usłyszał.
Caro Marko, que excelente forma de encerrar as tuas histórias do Catar. Confesso que comprei o meu primeiro par de mocassins Fratelli Rossetti depois de ler um dos teus posts, e o conforto da pele camurça é incomparável. Ver agora o modelo Hobo Sport combinado com o linho da Aurélien dá-me ainda mais vontade de explorar estas marcas. Acho fascinante que a Heenat Salma seja uma quinta de permacultura no meio do deserto. Continua com estas aventuras, fazem-me sempre repensar o guarda-roupa.
Lieber Marko, ein sehr gelungener Beitrag über eine außergewöhnliche Marke. Die Allemano interessiert mich besonders wegen ihres ungewöhnlichen Zifferblatts mit retrograder Minutenanzeige und kleiner Sekunde. Darf ich fragen, ob du das antikweiße oder das schwarze Zifferblatt trägst und welche Variante du für den Alltag empfehlen würdest? Ich überlege schon länger, in eine Handaufzugsuhr mit Charakter zu investieren. Über deine ehrliche Einschätzung würde ich mich sehr freuen.
Marko, complimenti per come riesci a unire moda, orologeria e viaggio. Trovo notevole che Aurélien proponga il suo “Smart Luxury” lavorando esclusivamente con atelier italiani ed europei, puntando su materie prime come il Cashwool e la pelle scamosciata Softey. Anche la scelta della Heenat Salma Farm, un centro di permacultura biologica, racconta una sensibilità diversa dal solito lusso ostentato. La camicia di lino giallo si sposa benissimo con i toni caldi della campagna qatariota. Spero di vedere presto altre tue storie con marchi così particolari.
Hello Marko, a genuinely interesting watch to discover here. I collect mostly vintage pieces and currently wear a 1970s Tissot, so a modern watch that openly draws on industrial instrument design speaks my language. The detail of a Swiss manual movement housed in a 316L case, finished by sandblasting, brushing and polishing, suggests real care. My question is practical: how often do you find yourself winding it, and does the manual ritual ever feel like a chore on busy travel days? I would value your honest perspective. Best wishes from Glasgow.
Cher Marko, vos récits transforment toujours une simple tenue en véritable voyage. J’aime que vous rappeliez qu’Allemano a renommé sa société Allemano F. & Figli en 1929, car cet ancrage historique donne du sens à la collection actuelle. La chemise en lin d’Aurélien, avec son col panneauté qui reste en place ouvert, est un détail technique que peu de marques soignent. Sur cette ferme écologique de Shahaniya, l’ensemble respire la simplicité méditerranéenne. Au plaisir de vous lire bientôt.
Estimado Marko, tus historias combinan moda e historia de una forma muy elegante. Me gusta esta propuesta de lino para el calor, con esa camisa amarilla que aporta luz sin resultar estridente. Tengo una duda de estilo: para un conjunto de lino en amarillo y beige, ¿recomendarías los mocasines de ante de Fratelli Rossetti en un tono neutro, o te atreverías con un color más marcado? Me cuesta encontrar el equilibrio entre la frescura del lino y la elegancia del calzado. Agradecería mucho tu consejo sincero.
Marko, I always learn something new from your features. I had no idea that Allemano’s instruments once extended to aviation and even underwater depth gauges before the brand turned to wristwatches in 2019. Photographed at an organic farm rather than a marble lobby, the MAN model feels grounded and honest. A wonderful, understated read.
Beste Marko, ik volg je blog al een hele tijd met veel plezier. Het Allemano-horloge spreekt me sterk aan, juist door dat instrumentele karakter en het saffierglas aan beide zijden. Mijn vraag: hoe nauwkeurig loopt dit handopwinduurwerk over een week, en zou je het geschikt vinden voor dagelijks gebruik op reis? Ik twijfel soms tussen het gemak van automatisch en het ritueel van handmatig opwinden. Je eerlijke ervaring zou me echt helpen bij mijn keuze.
Lieber Marko, deine Aufnahmen auf der Heenat-Salma-Farm sind herrlich unaufgeregt. Es gefällt mir, dass du das Konzept “Smart Luxury” von Aurélien erklärst, das hochwertige Materialien zu fairen Preisen verspricht. Das luftige gelbe Leinenhemd wirkt zu den natürlichen Tönen der Farm besonders harmonisch. Die Allemano setzt mit ihrem schlichten Zifferblatt einen ruhigen, technischen Akzent. Danke für diesen angenehm geschriebenen Beitrag.
Dear Marko, your knack for unearthing storied, lesser-known houses keeps me coming back. The Allemano lineage, from a maker of manometers and thermometers to a watch brand that joined Exclusive Brands Torino, reads like a real piece of Turin industrial history. My question concerns versatility: would you consider the MAN model dressy enough for an evening out, or do you see it strictly as a leisure piece, as the brand suggests? I am weighing it as a single do-it-all watch. Thank you, and greetings from Bath.
Buongiorno Marko, seguo il tuo blog soprattutto per le storie sugli orologi. Possiedo un Longines automatico che amo molto, ma devo ammettere che la carica manuale di questo Allemano, con la sua estetica da strumento di misura, ha un fascino diverso. Mi affascina l’idea che un’azienda nata per misurare pressione e temperatura sia approdata alla misura del tempo. Trovo poetico anche il nome “Misuratori del Tempo”, che racchiude tutta la filosofia del marchio. Mi hai davvero incuriosito al punto da volerne sapere di più.
Olá Marko, que maravilha terminar as crónicas do Catar numa quinta ecológica como a Heenat Salma. Fiquei impressionado por ser um centro de permacultura que cultiva plantas adaptadas ao deserto, contribuindo para a produção local de alimentos. O relógio Allemano, com a sua herança industrial de Turim, combina surpreendentemente bem com esse ambiente natural. Saber que cada peça vem com certificado e número de série dá confiança a quem valoriza autenticidade. Obrigado por partilhares lugares e marcas tão singulares.
Marko, a beautifully judged final chapter from Qatar. I find Aurélien’s “Smart Luxury” idea genuinely refreshing, especially the focus on Cashwool and Softey suede sourced through Italian ateliers. My question is about the linen itself: in real desert heat, does the Aurélien Seaside shirt stay crisp through the day, or does it crease the way ordinary linen tends to? I travel often in warm climates and value fabrics that hold their shape. Any honest impression would help, and warm regards.
Cher Marko, j’admire votre capacité à relier l’artisanat à l’élégance contemporaine. J’aime que la marque Fratelli Rossetti, entreprise familiale depuis 1953, soit née de la passion de Renzo et de son épouse Lisetta. Le mocassin Hobo Sport en daim, porté ici sans lacets grâce à sa bande élastique interne, illustre parfaitement les « grandes petites innovations » de la maison. Sur cette ferme de permaculture, l’ensemble respire une simplicité raffinée. Bravo pour cette belle conclusion qatarie.
Drogi Marku, ten wpis to dowód, że luksus może być zarazem skromny i przemyślany. Zafascynowało mnie, że Aurélien kontroluje cały łańcuch, od projektu po klienta, oferując wysoką jakość w rozsądnej cenie. Zegarek Allemano z retrogradalną wskazówką minutową świetnie współgra z naturalnym otoczeniem farmy Heenat Salma. Lniana koszula w odcieniu żółci dodaje całości śródziemnomorskiej lekkości. Dziękuję za kolejną inspirującą opowieść.
Marko, I usually read your blog for my husband, who has become quite the watch enthusiast thanks to your stories. He was immediately taken with the Allemano and loved that it comes from a Turin maker of measuring instruments rather than a conventional watch house. We both admired how you styled it against the greenery of an organic farm instead of the usual glamorous backdrop. It is rare to find a men’s blog that treats fashion and horology with such warmth and accuracy. Sending our kind regards from the two of us.
Querido Marko, qué placer leer una historia tan cuidada al final del día. Me encanta que demuestres que la elegancia masculina puede ser fresca y luminosa, perfecta para el clima cálido. El reloj Allemano, con su esfera de aspecto instrumental y su número de serie, aporta un encanto sereno que encaja con tu filosofía de lujo discreto. Un saludo afectuoso desde España.
Lieber Marko, ein erfrischend stilsicherer Abschluss deiner Reise durch Katar. Mir gefällt, dass Allemano seine Uhren bewusst als “Misuratori del Tempo” versteht und damit an seine industriellen Wurzeln anknüpft. Das 44-mm-Gehäuse aus 316L-Stahl mit beidseitigem Saphirglas wirkt robust und kultiviert, passend zur hellen Leinenkombination von Aurélien. Danke für diesen gelungenen Beitrag.
Marko, che bella scoperta questo marchio torinese. Da appassionato di orologeria, trovo raro che una casa nata nel 1856 per gli strumenti di misura proponga oggi un movimento svizzero a carica manuale in una cassa interamente lavorata in Italia. Posso chiederti se gli orologi Allemano si possono acquistare e spedire facilmente in Europa, oppure solo tramite la boutique di Torino in Piazza Bodoni e il loro store online? Mi incuriosisce molto la collezione 1919 e vorrei capire da quale modello iniziare. Grazie per avermi fatto conoscere un marchio così particolare.
Marko, what a memorable way to round off your Qatari adventures. The pairing of an Italian instrument-maker’s watch with Aurélien’s accessible Mediterranean luxury captures exactly the kind of considered dressing I admire. I appreciated learning that Aurélien leans on Cashwool and Softey suede developed with European ateliers, which explains the quality at a fairer price. Worn at a permaculture farm, the whole look feels both relaxed and genuinely thoughtful. Thank you for an elegant and educational post.