Posts tagged casual style

It’s Always Burberry Weather: London in Love

Fashion Outfit Post

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the first fashion story in a series of posts from England on the Mr.M blog. The month of March will be dedicated to the unusual country in the heart of Western Europe and the largest constituent country of the United Kingdom, a country known for its royal family, traditional English breakfast, famous English accent, tea, rain, rain and more rain… At the very beginning of today’s fashion story about the British luxury clothing brand Burberry, I would like to thank you for your wonderful messages and numerous emails about the previous post which was dedicated to a travelogue about London. I am glad that you, like me, have fallen in love with this British metropolis.

Many of you have asked me via messages why I was in London in January of this year and what are the pictures of me with Burberry coats that were taken on the streets of London. At the beginning of this year, the leading luxury British fashion house Burberry presented its new SS25 collection, but that’s why a new promotional campaign called “It’s Always Burberry Weather: London in Love” was launched.

The new Burberry campaign, inspired by British romantic comedies, combines love, rain and legendary coats without which we cannot imagine the spring-Summer season 2025. Burberry fashion house took the opportunity to revive a true British love story by showing humour, optimism and of course what we all know – the unpredictability of the “great” changing weather in London.

This is a new Burberry love story that pays homage to the British romantic comedies of the 90s and 2000s. To mark the launch of the new campaign, Burberry has unveiled a series of seven films inspired by Britain’s favorite romantic comedies. The films explore the everyday romances of ordinary Londoners, with familiar plots and playful dialogue. The urban fairytale world of love, everyday life and rain is brought to life by a stellar cast. The film stars Academy Award winner Kate Winslet, alongside Amy Lou Wood, Chan Kuhn, Jodie Turner-Smith, Michael Ward, Nicholas Hoult, Richard E. Grant, Son Souk and models David Gandy, Liu Wen and Naomi Campbell. Of course, none of this is possible without the famous Knight of Burberry also appearing in a role, always silent but chivalrous, always in a sign of special attention and care that is taken for the heritage and logo of the fashion house Burberry.

All the people who have been following my blog for years know that I have a great love for Burberry trench-coats and coats, honestly I don’t even know how many of their fashion pieces I own anymore, but I know that this is my favourite trench and the colour that I always like to wear – the colour of honey. Soft pastel golden camel color that blends very easily with other colors. In today’s fashion story, I will show you a new fashion piece in my wardrobe: a heritage Burberry Gabardine Trench Coat that has been redesigned for the needs of the new SS25 collection.

Burberry trenchcoats and coats represent the pinnacle of world fashion and have become indispensable fashion classics today. These coats were created by the founder of the Burberry company, Thomas Burberry, more than 100 years ago, inspired by the British heritage, and at the same time introduced elements of urban fashion.

You can find all classic Burberry coats in 5 basic models: Legendary Kensington, Westminster, Chelsea, Waterloo and Pimlico. All models are named after London districts. What is the difference between these models?

The Kensington – a classic model with a modern cut that easily adapts to any silhouette. The most popular model, which is available in four basic colors: gray, navy, honey color (camel) and black. Also, this model is made in two lengths. The coat you see on me today is this model.

The Westminster – a model that is extended (oversized) and lightly cut for a draped silhouette. Basic colors: honey color (camel) and dark green (khaki). Also, this model is made in two lengths.

The Chelsea – a model characterized by a slim fit (narrow form close to the body) with narrow shoulders and a cut waist. The basic colors are honey and taupe and it is also available in two lengths.

The Waterloo – A more comfortable fit, a longer model than the classic with a subtle and relaxed fit that is ideal for layering. This model is usually made in three basic colors: maroon, black and honey-camel and is available in only one length.

The Pimlico, a simple flat cut decorated with a single-row fastening of a minimalistic character and a modern cut. This model is usually made in navy, biscuit (biscuit color) and honey color – camel. This model is also only available in one classic length.

I would like to note that all the listed colors are only classics that are always produced, but the Burberry company introduces seasonal colors to enrich its offer.

Most Burberry coats have been hand-crafted in Castleford, Yorkshire for over 50 years from gabardine – a revolutionary fabric that Thomas Burberry proudly introduced in 1879. Polished, light and practical, beautiful cotton resistant to all kinds of weather conditions that remains at the heart of the Burberry brand to this day. The classic coat model originated and developed from the basic form of the Tielocken coat, which was patented in 1912 by Thomas Burberry. A simple but refined unique shape that has been adapted over the years and has become a recognizable Burberry coat.

Each Burberry coat is special and has its own story – one that is made to last and write new pages of life’s chapters together with you. Buying a Burberry trench or coat is an investment, it is a fashion piece that can really be worn nicely and for a long time with proper maintenance and it is a thing you can leave for generations to come. I inherited my first Burberry coat from my grandfather and today I keep it carefully and wear it on special occasions because it has a special sentimental value for me.

When the time comes to buy a Burberry trench, it’s a big deal and especially if you are buying a coat for the first time it is very important to buy a “iconic” piece that you can combine with your items from your wardrobe and it is best to buy a coat in your favorite color, without blindly following trends.

To the readers of the Mr.M blog, I have become a recognisable symbol of autumn and spring precisely because of the Burberry trench coats and I have received numerous questions about the advice for smart purchase of a Burberry coat. I have tried to highlight important questions and provide you with adequate answers that can help you during your purchase. All answers represent my personal opinion and certain observations, so don’t generalize things, take this as buying advice.

What are the basic colors you should think about when buying a Burberry trench or coat? There is no universal answer to this question, but I will share with you my opinion and some of my colleagues and fashion experts with whom I like to exchange opinions. I think that for a start, there are 3 colours by which the Burberry trench or coat is recognisable, and they are: Beige (washed stone colour), Camel (honey colour) and Black colour.

These three colors are some fashion statement basics, but as I said it all depends on the taste of the owner of the new Burberry trench, maybe that customer thinks that the basic colors in the palette are: red, purple and olive green. Therefore, a person will decide to buy a coat in one of those colors, which Burberry has in its seasonal offer.

Is the length of the coat crucial when making a purchase decision? Of course! I always try to advise people to buy iconic items in classic cuts and lengths and not to blindly follow trends. Trends are changing, one season there are modern coats of casual cuts with puff sleeves quite long length to the ground, after two months or a year later another trend comes. My most honest advice is to buy a coat of length that suits your body constitution in proportion to your own height. Burberry trench coats exist in several lengths and I am sure you can always find the ideal coat for yourself.

Once again, is it worth investing money in a honey trench coat? If you are a fan of camel color and have a lot of things in pastel or neutral colors, then I think you know the right answer. If you feel some kind of insecurity while trying on a camel coat and reconsider your decision several times, I think it’s best to try another color. When you buy an expensive item like a Burberry coat it is something that must be accompanied by a feeling of fulfillment and security.

The trench coat or a coat are pieces that are worn over other pieces of clothing, so it is best to look at your favorite pieces of clothing and shoes before buying and judge for yourself which are the two or three colors that might come into consideration when buying a coat. Camel color is a neutral color and blends with other colors with great ease, but each of us knows our wardrobe best and you may find the ideal solution since buying a Burberry coat is a real investment.

Is it worth investing money in a Burberry Trench coat? A Trench Coat is always a unique piece and if I personally would invest in my first capital piece, it would certainly be a cashmere coat or trench coat. A Trench Coat is an interesting investment if you already have several wool coats or cashmere coats in your wardrobe, and in some way you want to refresh your outfits a little sometimes. To summarise, if you are building your wardrobe and investing in statement fashion pieces, my sincere recommendation is to first buy cashmere coats and good leather and other kind of jackets, but if you already own these statement pieces in your wardrobe, a trench coat is an interesting fashion piece that will refresh your outfits for sure.

Did we fit in nicely at the end? Honestly, I believe we are. After so many years of loyalty to this British brand and because of my personal interest, I have learned a lot about their offer and I am lucky to always be able to show my favourite pieces from the fashion house Burberry on my blog.

In today’s post, you have the opportunity to see the famous Burberry double-breasted mid-length trench coat in honey colour, as well as a beige long-sleeved polo shirt that is made of silk thread.

OUTFIT

Trenchcoat: Burberry

Top: Burberry

Gloves: George Horn

Trousers: Loro Piana

Sneakers: Fratelli Rossetti

The next brand that I want to introduce to you is one of the representatives of luxury Irish leather goods with a long tradition and rich history – George Horn. As a big fan of luxury and high-quality leather goods, at Showcase Ireland I had the honor of meeting Mr. Gerard Horn, manager of the George Horn brand that produces luxury leather gloves.

George Horn is a third generation glove maker based in Dublin. Founded by George in the 1940s and continued by his son Brian, the company is now run by Brian and his son Gerard. With a passion for quality, authenticity and respect for their craft and artistry, George Horn produce the finest hand-stitched gloves available on the Irish market.

After 77 years of craft, expertise, excitement, many successes and failures, and the hard work of 3 generations of one family, the continuation of George Horn not only sees the survival of the last master glove maker in Ireland, but also heralds a new era of those learning the trade. George Horn is also engaged in the training and education of leather artisans and glove makers to ensure that these age-old skills are preserved in a sustainable and sustainable way.

What is the story of this family brand? During the 1960s, the George Horn Company prospered and gained a reputation for the highest quality gloves. Sales reached across the globe from Japan to the US and included household names such as Harrods and Christian Dior. George Horn gloves have enjoyed a reputation at Bloomingdales, Saks of Fifth Avenue and Roots in New York for the highest standard of materials and quality in the manufacture of gloves from motorcycle gloves to Irish Army service gloves and other models. Mr. George expanded the Ashtown factory and the company’s success seemed boundless.

A little later, in 1972, a fire destroyed the Ashtown premises, destroying much of the old machinery. Unable to obtain spare machines that he felt were up to the appropriate standards, George ceased making gloves. Business continued as the Castleknock Glove Company produced industrial gloves, specialty gloves and small series such as gloves for Irish Army officers, and also began supplying leather to the craft market. George’s son, Brian, became involved in the company in the 1960s, initially selling in Ireland and then around the world, then learning the trade of a master glove maker from his father. To this day, it is Brian who cuts the gloves and oversees the sewing and finishing of all George Horn gloves.

After a fire in 1972, the company moved to Prussia Street, trading as The Castleknock Glove Company, but the collapse of Irish manufacturing and the era of mass importation saw the business close in 2003. A switch to supplying leather and tools began and Brian kept his glove manufacturing on a small scale to order for the next 15 years.

After the closure of the glove manufacturer in the UK, Brian secured old machinery, knives and equipment to match that originally lost in the 1972 fire. While some would argue that modern machines can do the job, for Brian it just wasn’t right and finding the right equipment provided the impetus and motivation to begin a two-year process of testing, tuning and refining until 2020, the year that marked the turning point and of the beautiful moment of the rebirth of the George Horn glove brand.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see the masterpiece of the George Horn brand, men’s hand-stitched gloves made of lamb’s nappa leather and lined with pure cashmere. Experience the height of luxury with these George Horn handmade lamb nappa leather gloves. These gloves are a testament to the skill and expertise of George Horn’s skilled cutters and makers, demanding the highest level of craftsmanship in every detail.

Completely hand-stitched, these gloves exude elegance and refinement. “Greek Dots” – slightly raised, meticulously stitched lines on the back – add a prominent and textured finish, fusing tradition with unique craftsmanship. Inside, the gloves are lined with 100% pure cashmere, providing unparalleled warmth and a soft feel against the skin. These gloves are designed to complement any outfit while providing exceptional comfort while embodying timeless sophistication and elegance.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what novelties the George Horn luxury brand of gloves has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Loro Piana is an Italian company specialised in clothing and textile products. This fashion house is considered the largest producer of cashmere and also the world’s largest artisanal company processing the luxury fiber.

The Loro Piana company has three divisions (textile divisions): a division that deals with the production of high-quality materials using precious fibers such as cashmere and baby cashmere, vicuna, linen and merino wool, a division that deals with the creation of luxury fashion items(production and distribution of men’s, women’s clothing, footwear and fashion accessories) and the interior design department – production and distribution of interior design products.

In today’s post you have the chance to see a special item, a cashmere trousers from the latest men’s Loro Piana Autumn-Winter 2024/25 collection, which is just a small piece of my favourites this season due to their signature elegance and my love for neutral colours. Made from 100% cashmere, these camel trousers is perfect for the man who pays attention to details and leaves nothing to chance.

This elegant cashmere trousers in camel color is perfect for all occasions and extremely easy to match with other colors. If you want to stay updated and find out which pieces the Loro Piana brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of the first fashion story from a series of posts from London, where together we discovered the beauty and splendour of fashion with the British brand Burberry, the beauty of urban cut with the Italian brand Loro Piana, the luxury and softness of Irish craftsmanship of luxury leather goods with George Horn and the beauty of the comfort of Italian footwear with Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal outfit!

Today I tried to show you the beauty of elegance and refinement of luxury fashion in the capital of England, that’s why I prepared this outfit for you with a lot of love, I believe you will 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. See you soon!

With Love from London,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Burberry, Loro Piana, George Horn and Fratelli Rossetti  brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

Loro Piana: Refinement of Quiet Luxury on the Streets of Dublin…

Fashion Outfit Post

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the sixth fashion story in a series of posts from Ireland on the Mr.M blog. This February was dedicated to this unusual country in the heart of Western Europe, a country known for its greenest landscapes, St. Patrick’s Day, music, the famous Irish whiskey, but also for its extremely high quality wool. At the very beginning of today’s fashion story about Loro Piana, an iconic luxury Irish fashion brand, I would like to thank the Enterprise Ireland team for the warm invitation to the 50th anniversary of the three-day Irish trade show Showcase Ireland and for making the collaboration with Irish fashion brands that you will have opportunities to see in fashion stories from Ireland.

With the selfless help of all the mentioned partners, fashion stories and travelogues from Ireland were created, which you had the opportunity to read this February, and I sincerely hope that you enjoyed this interesting adventure. Today I will continue a story about one luxury knitwear Irish brand which caught my attention during the Showcase Ireland trade show – Ériu.

If by any chance you missed reading the previous travelogue post about Showcase Ireland or you want to remind yourself of some interesting things, take the opportunity to visit the following LINK.

Loro Piana is an Italian company specialised in clothing and textile products. This fashion house is considered the largest producer of cashmere and also the world’s largest artisanal company processing the luxury fiber.

The Loro Piana company has three divisions (textile divisions): a division that deals with the production of high-quality materials using precious fibers such as cashmere and baby cashmere, vicuna, linen and merino wool, a division that deals with the creation of luxury fashion items(production and distribution of men’s, women’s clothing, footwear and fashion accessories) and the interior design department – production and distribution of interior design products.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see a brown leather jacket from the latest Loro Piana FW24 collection, which is just a small part of my favourites this season due to its distinctive elegance and my love for pastel colours. Crafted from the finest deerskin and lined with baby cashmere, this exquisite dark brown jacket is perfect for the man who pays attention to detail and leaves nothing to chance. Camel trousers are perfect for all occasions and can be easily combined with other colors. They are made of pure baby cashmere.

If you want to stay updated and find out which pieces the Loro Piana brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Leather Jacket: Loro Piana

Sweater: Ériu

Trousers: Loro Piana

Sneakers: Fratelli Rossetti

A brand that caught my eye during Showcase Ireland is Irish luxury knitwear brand Ériu who make clothing, accessories and other products from 100% Irish wool which has been selected for its unique qualities of softness, drape, shine and seam definition. The founders of this amazing brand are Ms. Zoë Daly and Mr. Lionel Mackey.

Ériu‘s story began with Mrs. Daly’s grandmother, Kitsy, who knitted all her life. It was her art, her craft, her soul. For her, knitting was a practical, useful thing, but also an expression of selfless and great love. When Mrs. Zoe’s daughter was born, right on Kitsy’s birthday, as luck would have it, she knitted her a blanket, her first baby blanket. This precious blanket is made from 100% soft and silky merino wool.

Ms Zoe has discovered a new community of small and sustainable farmers who are committed to restoring Ireland’s woolen tradition, a heritage of cottage industry. A concept based on new breeds of sheep, new blends of wool, new ways of renewing old skills. After she met Mr. Lionel Mackey, a farmer from Wicklow, who understood the reality of sheep farming, as well as the needs of the business, they decided to establish the Ériu brand, which took its name from the patron goddess of Ireland, the queen of fertility, sovereignty and abundance.

They wanted to create a fully sustainable process for making Irish wool blankets, where the material is sourced directly from farmers and local textile artisans are employed. “From farm to yarn” became their mantra, a new hope and eventually the slogan of this unusual brand. During Showcase Ireland I had the opportunity to meet the founders of the brand and get to know more about their work and divine products made from real Irish wool.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present you a Camel (Bambi) Lugh Sweater that perfectly fit into my outfit today. How did this sweater get its name? Lugh was a Celtic solar king, god of light and sun, who had many children, including the famous Celtic warrior Cu Chulin.

A dedicated protector of land and community, Lugh represents the warrior-masculine spirit of the Ériu brand’s mission to protect the nation’s heritage, champion natural resources and bring these skills back to Irish communities. This sweater is a unisex piece with a new vision of a contemporary approach to tradition, with subtle details (braids) and a comfortable hood. Lightweight and comfortable to wear, this beautiful sweater is handmade with love by dear Ann and Anne on their homemade knitting machines from home.

The jumper is made from Ériu‘s signature blend of 100% Irish wool yarns, which bring ancient heritage to life through a fair trade wool network across Ireland. This sweater is made in 6 basic colors: navy, pink, turquoise, beige, blue and camel.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new things Ériu, a luxury brand of Irish knitwear, has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

We end today’s fashion adventure with old well-known friends of the Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognises for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories as well as in many other fashion stories on the Mr.M blog over the past years.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

So they decided to start their story again from the beginning and decided to switch to the production of classic shoes. Those were the years between 1952 and 1957, which witnessed the orientation and acquisition of new skills in the creation of women’s ballet flats and elegant, simple men’s footwear characterized by extremely flexible and high-quality workmanship. All this led to the creation of a small collection of men’s shoes with contours that differed from the various styles sold at the time. Renzo Rossetti consequently engaged in work that demonstrated his aesthetic sense and artistic perfectionism.

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.

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, La Giusta.

In previous stories you had the opportunity to enjoy the Brera models, but this season I decided to show you the other side of the Fratelli Rossetti brand – the new face of sporty elegance.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present to you the dynamic and metropolitan look of Fratelli Rossetti sneakers from the latest Fall-Winter 2024 collection, which are made of the highest quality soft nubuk leather in dark brown chocolate color. Of course, there is also an insole that can be removed and ventilated. The cupsole features the brand’s logo on the back and is made of flexible, lightweight rubber with a custom tread that lets you feel like you’re walking on clouds.

This sneaker model comes in several variations, mine is dark brown made of nubuck leather, while there are 2 more shades of brown: brown deerskin sneakers and smooth antique-effect leather sneakers in ebony colour. Of course, there are also sneakers in the indispensable classic olive color made of suede leather. In addition to this sneaker model, the Fratelli Rossetti brand offers several other sneaker models, so I am convinced that if you are looking for quality and well-designed sneakers, you can find them in the Fratelli Rossetti collection this season.

If you want to stay freshly 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 the sixth fashion story from the series of posts from Ireland, where together we discovered the beauty and splendour of Italian refined fashion with an iconic brand Loro Piana, the luxury and softness of Irish production of luxury knitwear with Ériu and the beauty of the comfort of Italian footwear with Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal outfit!

In the following posts, I will try to show you the beauty of the capital of Ireland – Dublin. Today’s fashion story would not be possible without the selfless help of Enterprise Ireland and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence in collaboration with local partners who allowed me to feel the spirit and beauty of local culture and the beauty of everyday life in Ireland.

Today I tried to show you the beauty of elegance and refinement of luxury fashion in the natural beauty of Ireland, that’s why I prepared this outfit for you with a lot of love, I believe you will 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. See you soon!

With Love from Dublin,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Enterprise Ireland and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence, as well as Loro Piana, Ériu and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

It’s Always Burberry Weather: Cliffs of Moher in Love…

Fashion Outfit Post

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the fifth fashion story in a series of posts from Ireland on the Mr.M blog. This February will be dedicated to this unusual country in the heart of Western Europe, a country known for its greenest landscapes, St. Patrick’s Day, music, the famous Irish whiskey, but also for its extremely high quality wool. At the very beginning of today’s fashion story about Burberry, an iconic luxury British fashion house, I would like to thank the Enterprise Ireland team for the warm invitation to the 50th anniversary of the three-day Irish trade show Showcase Ireland and for making the collaboration with Irish fashion brands that you had opportunity to see in fashion stories from Ireland.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Black Tie Chauffeur, a Dublin company that provides exclusive luxury chauffeured passenger services. This company enabled me to visit the Cliffs of Moher, which are among the most beautiful and impressive natural sights in Ireland. In the previous post, you had the opportunity to familiarise yourself with their service in a detailed travelogue dedicated to the Cliffs of Moher – LINK.

With the selfless help of all the mentioned partners, fashion stories and travelogues from Ireland were created, which you will have the opportunity to read this February, and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy the new adventure. Today I will continue story about one interesting luxury leather goods brand that caught my attention during the Showcase Ireland trade show – George Horn.

If by any chance you missed reading the previous travelogue post about Showcase Ireland or you want to remind yourself of some interesting things, take the opportunity to visit the following LINK.

All the people who have been following my blog for years know that I have a great love for Burberry trench-coats and coats, honestly I don’t even know how many of their fashion pieces I own anymore, but I know that this is my favorite trench and the color that I always like to wear – the color of honey. Soft pastel golden camel color that blends very easily with other colors. In today’s fashion story, I will show you a new fashion piece in my wardrobe: a heritage Burberry Gabardine Trench Coat that has been redesigned for the needs of the new SS25 collection.

Burberry trenchcoats and coats represent the pinnacle of world fashion and have become indispensable fashion classics today. These coats were created by the founder of the Burberry company, Thomas Burberry, more than 100 years ago, inspired by the British heritage, and at the same time introduced elements of urban fashion.

You can find all classic Burberry coats in 5 basic models: Legendary Kensington, Westminster, Chelsea, Waterloo and Pimlico. All models are named after London districts. What is the difference between these models?

The Kensington – a classic model with a modern cut that easily adapts to any silhouette. The most popular model, which is available in four basic colors: gray, navy, honey color (camel) and black. Also, this model is made in two lengths. The coat you see on me today is this model.

The Westminster – a model that is extended (oversized) and lightly cut for a draped silhouette. Basic colors: honey color (camel) and dark green (khaki). Also, this model is made in two lengths.

The Chelsea – a model characterized by a slim fit (narrow form close to the body) with narrow shoulders and a cut waist. The basic colors are honey and taupe and it is also available in two lengths.

The Waterloo – A more comfortable fit, a longer model than the classic with a subtle and relaxed fit that is ideal for layering. This model is usually made in three basic colors: maroon, black and honey-camel and is available in only one length.

The Pimlico, a simple flat cut decorated with a single-row fastening of a minimalistic character and a modern cut. This model is usually made in navy, biscuit (biscuit color) and honey color – camel. This model is also only available in one classic length.

I would like to note that all the listed colors are only classics that are always produced, but the Burberry company introduces seasonal colors to enrich its offer.

Most Burberry coats have been hand-crafted in Castleford, Yorkshire for over 50 years from gabardine – a revolutionary fabric that Thomas Burberry proudly introduced in 1879. Polished, light and practical, beautiful cotton resistant to all kinds of weather conditions that remains at the heart of the Burberry brand to this day. The classic coat model originated and developed from the basic form of the Tielocken coat, which was patented in 1912 by Thomas Burberry. A simple but refined unique shape that has been adapted over the years and has become a recognizable Burberry coat.

Each Burberry coat is special and has its own story – one that is made to last and write new pages of life’s chapters together with you. Buying a Burberry trench or coat is an investment, it is a fashion piece that can really be worn nicely and for a long time with proper maintenance and it is a thing you can leave for generations to come. I inherited my first Burberry coat from my grandfather and today I keep it carefully and wear it on special occasions because it has a special sentimental value for me.

When the time comes to buy a Burberry trench, it’s a big deal and especially if you are buying a coat for the first time it is very important to buy a “iconic” piece that you can combine with your items from your wardrobe and it is best to buy a coat in your favorite color, without blindly following trends.

To the readers of the Mr.M blog, I have become a recognisable symbol of autumn and spring precisely because of the Burberry trench coats and I have received numerous questions about the advice for smart purchase of a Burberry coat. I have tried to highlight important questions and provide you with adequate answers that can help you during your purchase. All answers represent my personal opinion and certain observations, so don’t generalize things, take this as buying advice.

What are the basic colors you should think about when buying a Burberry trench or coat? There is no universal answer to this question, but I will share with you my opinion and some of my colleagues and fashion experts with whom I like to exchange opinions. I think that for a start, there are 3 colors by which the Burberry trench or coat is recognizable, and they are: Beige (washed stone color), Camel (honey color) and Black color.

These three colors are some fashion statement basics, but as I said it all depends on the taste of the owner of the new Burberry trench, maybe that customer thinks that the basic colors in the palette are: red, purple and olive green. Therefore, a person will decide to buy a coat in one of those colors, which Burberry has in its seasonal offer.

Is the length of the coat crucial when making a purchase decision? Of course! I always try to advise people to buy iconic items in classic cuts and lengths and not to blindly follow trends. Trends are changing, one season there are modern coats of casual cuts with puff sleeves quite long length to the ground, after two months or a year later another trend comes. My most honest advice is to buy a coat of length that suits your body constitution in proportion to your own height. Burberry trench coats exist in several lengths and I am sure you can always find the ideal coat for yourself.

Once again, is it worth investing money in a honey trench coat? If you are a fan of camel color and have a lot of things in pastel or neutral colors, then I think you know the right answer. If you feel some kind of insecurity while trying on a camel coat and reconsider your decision several times, I think it’s best to try another color. When you buy an expensive item like a Burberry coat it is something that must be accompanied by a feeling of fulfillment and security.

The trench coat or a coat are pieces that are worn over other pieces of clothing, so it is best to look at your favorite pieces of clothing and shoes before buying and judge for yourself which are the two or three colors that might come into consideration when buying a coat. Camel color is a neutral color and blends with other colors with great ease, but each of us knows our wardrobe best and you may find the ideal solution since buying a Burberry coat is a real investment.

Is it worth investing money in a Burberry Trench coat? A Trench Coat is always a unique piece and if I personally would invest in my first capital piece, it would certainly be a cashmere coat or trench coat. A Trench Coat is an interesting investment if you already have several wool coats or cashmere coats in your wardrobe, and in some way you want to refresh your outfits a little sometimes. To summarise, if you are building your wardrobe and investing in statement fashion pieces, my sincere recommendation is to first buy cashmere coats and good leather and other kind of jackets, but if you already own these statement pieces in your wardrobe, a trench coat is an interesting fashion piece that will refresh your outfits for sure.

Did we fit in nicely at the end? Honestly, I believe we are. After so many years of loyalty to this British brand and because of my personal interest, I have learned a lot about their offer and I am lucky to always be able to show my favorite pieces from the fashion house Burberry on my blog.

OUTFIT

Trench Coat: Burberry

Sweater: Aida Barni

Gloves: George Horn

Trousers: Loro Piana

Sneakers: Fratelli Rossetti

The next brand that I want to introduce to you is one of the representatives of luxury Irish leather goods with a long tradition and rich history – George Horn. As a big fan of luxury and high-quality leather goods, at Showcase Ireland I had the honor of meeting Mr. Gerard Horn, manager of the George Horn brand that produces luxury leather gloves.

George Horn is a third generation glove maker based in Dublin. Founded by George in the 1940s and continued by his son Brian, the company is now run by Brian and his son Gerard. With a passion for quality, authenticity and respect for their craft and artistry, George Horn produce the finest hand-stitched gloves available on the Irish market.

After 77 years of craft, expertise, excitement, many successes and failures, and the hard work of 3 generations of one family, the continuation of George Horn not only sees the survival of the last master glove maker in Ireland, but also heralds a new era of those learning the trade. George Horn is also engaged in the training and education of leather artisans and glove makers to ensure that these age-old skills are preserved in a sustainable and sustainable way.

What is the story of this family brand? During the 1960s, the George Horn Company prospered and gained a reputation for the highest quality gloves. Sales reached across the globe from Japan to the US and included household names such as Harrods and Christian Dior. George Horn gloves have enjoyed a reputation at Bloomingdales, Saks of Fifth Avenue and Roots in New York for the highest standard of materials and quality in the manufacture of gloves from motorcycle gloves to Irish Army service gloves and other models. Mr. George expanded the Ashtown factory and the company’s success seemed boundless.

A little later, in 1972, a fire destroyed the Ashtown premises, destroying much of the old machinery. Unable to obtain spare machines that he felt were up to the appropriate standards, George ceased making gloves. Business continued as the Castleknock Glove Company produced industrial gloves, specialty gloves and small series such as gloves for Irish Army officers, and also began supplying leather to the craft market. George’s son, Brian, became involved in the company in the 1960s, initially selling in Ireland and then around the world, then learning the trade of a master glove maker from his father. To this day, it is Brian who cuts the gloves and oversees the sewing and finishing of all George Horn gloves.

After a fire in 1972, the company moved to Prussia Street, trading as The Castleknock Glove Company, but the collapse of Irish manufacturing and the era of mass importation saw the business close in 2003. A switch to supplying leather and tools began and Brian kept his glove manufacturing on a small scale to order for the next 15 years.

After the closure of the glove manufacturer in the UK, Brian secured old machinery, knives and equipment to match that originally lost in the 1972 fire. While some would argue that modern machines can do the job, for Brian it just wasn’t right and finding the right equipment provided the impetus and motivation to begin a two-year process of testing, tuning and refining until 2020, the year that marked the turning point and of the beautiful moment of the rebirth of the George Hornglove brand.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see the masterpiece of the George Horn brand, men’s hand-stitched gloves made of Peccary’s leather and lined with pure cashmere. Experience the height of luxury with these George Horn handmade leather peccary gloves. Peccary, the world’s most exclusive glove leather, is prized for its unparalleled softness, durability and natural grain. These gloves are a testament to the skill and expertise of George Horn’s skilled cutters and makers, demanding the highest level of craftsmanship in every detail.

Completely hand-stitched, these gloves exude elegance and refinement. “Greek Dots” – slightly raised, meticulously stitched lines on the back – add a prominent and textured finish, fusing tradition with unique craftsmanship. Inside, the gloves are lined with 100% pure cashmere, providing unparalleled warmth and a soft feel against the skin. These gloves are designed to complement any outfit while providing exceptional comfort while embodying timeless sophistication and elegance.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what novelties the George Horn luxury brand of gloves has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Today’s fashion adventure we will continue with old friends, I’m sure you remember the brand Aida Barni, which is synonymous with the perfect softness and refined Italian processing of cashmere. Last season we enjoyed the beauty of bright colors, while this year I decided to paint cold winter days with some warm pastel colors. Soft, light and warm cashmere items are also a good investment and practical gift during the fall-winter. When you give someone a cashmere sweater, it is a gift from the heart, because a cashmere sweater carries a certain symbolism with it.

Aida Barni is a brand that belongs to the Annapurna group. Founded in 1978, the Annapurna Group has become one of the leading Italian and world manufacturers of high-quality cashmere knitwear with its two fashion lines, Annapurna and Aida Barni.

Annapurna uses all the latest production techniques available on the market, from cotton looms to the latest and most advanced knitwear machines of all sizes. The current production capacity is about 120,000 pieces per year. It is important to note that the entire production cycle is performed in Italy, more precisely in the factory of the company located in the city of Prato, which is also the center of the province of the same name located in the heart of Italy – Tuscany.

“Made in Italy” is more than a production concept, but this brand has proven to be much more than the perfect cashmere sweater on a store shelf. It is love at first touch, an impression to remember.

Annapurna is a name that evokes everyone with exceptional mountain landscapes, especially the mountain range in the Himalayas where goats live with their winter fleece, hiding the soft, warm “cloak” that made them so famous.

Aida Barni is an iconic and fascinating name for a fashion line that produces high quality knitwear from the finest cashmere. Aida Barni is a symbol of a goal for a woman who decided to enter the world of business in the late seventies and reach the very top of this challenging and one of the most difficult sectors of the market.

The Aida Barni brand was created as an artistic expression of the way of life and existence, the essence of unstressed chic, refined luxury. A collection for men and women dedicated to everyone who loves timeless and elegant knitwear that encompasses true elegance in the preciousness of materials, shapes and details.

The man who wears Aida Barni knitwear does not follow trends, but creates and adapts to the needs of everyday life. The men’s collection is made up of cult clothing items of sentimental value, which evoke a healthy and environmentally friendly way of life. Customers of the Aida Barni brand love natural and fine yarns, enjoy comfort, but do not give up the elegance and sophistication of cuts and models.

Aida Barni concept of men’s “sports elegance” is simple and with style, but rich in materials and inconspicuous details that make this brand cult because it represents an expression of uniqueness and special class.

The turtleneck sweater with zipper you see in today’s post is from the latest Aida Barni FW24/25 collection, a wonderful orange colour and is made of pure cashmere. Refreshing colour for the new season!

You can buy Aida Barni cashmere items in multi-brand stores and department stores across Europe and the world and through authorized online stores. When you give someone an Aida Barni piece, it is more than respect and love because you are giving a piece in which love and deep respect for art that is not worshiped every day is woven.

For all Aida Barni fans in Germany, I have discovered two men’s spots where you can find and enjoy in the beauty of Aida Barni incredible knitwear: Braun Hamburg and Mientus retail stores.

If you want to stay tuned and find out all the news that Aida Barni is preparing for us this fashion season, follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

Loro Piana is an Italian company specialised in clothing and textile products. This fashion house is considered the largest producer of cashmere and also the world’s largest artisanal company processing the luxury fiber.

The Loro Piana company has three divisions (textile divisions): a division that deals with the production of high-quality materials using precious fibers such as cashmere and baby cashmere, vicuna, linen and merino wool, a division that deals with the creation of luxury fashion items(production and distribution of men’s, women’s clothing, footwear and fashion accessories) and the interior design department – production and distribution of interior design products.

In today’s post you have the chance to see a special item, a cashmere trousers from the latest men’s Loro Piana Autumn-Winter 2024/25 collection, which is just a small piece of my favourites this season due to their signature elegance and my love for neutral colours. Made from 100% cashmere, these camel trousers is perfect for the man who pays attention to details and leaves nothing to chance.

This elegant cashmere trousers in camel color is perfect for all occasions and extremely easy to match with other colors. If you want to stay updated and find out which pieces the Loro Piana brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

We end today’s fashion adventure with old well-known friends of the Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognises for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories as well as in many other fashion stories on the Mr.M blog over the past years.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

So they decided to start their story again from the beginning and decided to switch to the production of classic shoes. Those were the years between 1952 and 1957, which witnessed the orientation and acquisition of new skills in the creation of women’s ballet flats and elegant, simple men’s footwear characterized by extremely flexible and high-quality workmanship. All this led to the creation of a small collection of men’s shoes with contours that differed from the various styles sold at the time. Renzo Rossetti consequently engaged in work that demonstrated his aesthetic sense and artistic perfectionism.

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.

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, La Giusta.

In previous stories you had the opportunity to enjoy the Brera models, but this season I decided to show you the other side of the Fratelli Rossetti brand – the new face of sporty elegance.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present to you the dynamic and metropolitan look of Fratelli Rossetti sneakers from the latest Fall-Winter 2024 collection, which are made of the highest quality soft nubuk leather in dark brown chocolate color. Of course, there is also an insole that can be removed and ventilated. The cupsole features the brand’s logo on the back and is made of flexible, lightweight rubber with a custom tread that lets you feel like you’re walking on clouds.

This sneaker model comes in several variations, mine is dark brown made of nubuck leather, while there are 2 more shades of brown: brown deerskin sneakers and smooth antique-effect leather sneakers in ebony colour. Of course, there are also sneakers in the indispensable classic olive color made of suede leather. In addition to this sneaker model, the Fratelli Rossetti brand offers several other sneaker models, so I am convinced that if you are looking for quality and well-designed sneakers, you can find them in the Fratelli Rossetti collection this season.

If you want to stay freshly 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 the second fashion story from the series of posts from Ireland, where together we discovered the beauty and splendour of fashion with the British brand Burberry, the beauty of refined cut with the Italian brand Loro Piana, the luxury and softness of Mongolian cashmere and the Italian production of luxury knitwear with Aida Barni, beauty of luxury Irish leather goods handicrafts with George Horn and the beauty of the comfort of Italian footwear with Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

In the following posts, I will try to show you the beauty of the capital of Ireland – Dublin. Today’s fashion story would not be possible without the selfless help of Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur, Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence in collaboration with local partners who allowed me to feel the spirit and beauty of local culture and the beauty of everyday life in Ireland.

Today I tried to show you the beauty of elegance and refinement of luxury fashion in the natural beauty of Ireland, that’s why I prepared this outfit for you with a lot of love, I believe you will 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. See you soon!

With Love from Ireland,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence, as well as Burberry, Loro Piana, Aida Barni, George Horn and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

Ériu: The Brand that Combines Sustainability, Craftsmanship and The Rich Heritage of Irish Wool

Fashion Outfit Post 3 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the fourth fashion story in a series of posts from Ireland on the Mr.M blog. This February will be dedicated to this unusual country in the heart of Western Europe, a country known for its greenest landscapes, St. Patrick’s Day, music, the famous Irish whiskey, but also for its extremely high quality wool. At the very beginning of today’s fashion story about Ériu, an iconic luxury Irish knitwear brand, I would like to thank the Enterprise Ireland team for the warm invitation to the 50th anniversary of the three-day Irish trade show Showcase Ireland and for making the collaboration with Irish fashion brands that you will have opportunities to see in fashion stories from Ireland.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Black Tie Chauffeur, a Dublin company that provides exclusive luxury chauffeured passenger services. This company enabled me to visit the Cliffs of Moher, which are among the most beautiful and impressive natural sights in Ireland. There will be a special travelogue about the Cliffs of Moher where you will get to know the localities in more detail, as well as the service of a private driver with whom you can quickly and with a high level of comfort and convenience enjoy the natural sights of Ireland.

With the selfless help of all the mentioned partners, fashion stories and travelogues from Ireland were created, which you will have the opportunity to read this February, and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy the new adventure. Today I will introduce some Irish brands that caught my attention during the Showcase Ireland trade show – Ériu and Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli.

If by any chance you missed reading the previous travelogue post about Showcase Ireland or you want to remind yourself of some interesting things, take the opportunity to visit the following LINK.

A brand that caught my eye during Showcase Ireland is Irish luxury knitwear brand Ériu who make clothing, accessories and other products from 100% Irish wool which has been selected for its unique qualities of softness, drape, shine and seam definition. The founders of this amazing brand are Ms. Zoë Daly and Mr. Lionel Mackey.

Ériu‘s story began with Mrs. Daly’s grandmother, Kitsy, who knitted all her life. It was her art, her craft, her soul. For her, knitting was a practical, useful thing, but also an expression of selfless and great love. When Mrs. Zoe’s daughter was born, right on Kitsy’s birthday, as luck would have it, she knitted her a blanket, her first baby blanket. This precious blanket is made from 100% soft and silky merino wool.

Ms Zoe has discovered a new community of small and sustainable farmers who are committed to restoring Ireland’s woolen tradition, a heritage of cottage industry. A concept based on new breeds of sheep, new blends of wool, new ways of renewing old skills. After she met Mr. Lionel Mackey, a farmer from Wicklow, who understood the reality of sheep farming, as well as the needs of the business, they decided to establish the Ériu brand, which took its name from the patron goddess of Ireland, the queen of fertility, sovereignty and abundance.

They wanted to create a fully sustainable process for making Irish wool blankets, where the material is sourced directly from farmers and local textile artisans are employed. “From farm to yarn” became their mantra, a new hope and eventually the slogan of this unusual brand. During Showcase Ireland I had the opportunity to meet the founders of the brand and get to know more about their work and divine products made from real Irish wool.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present you a Beige Lugh Sweater that perfectly fit into my outfit today. How did this sweater get its name? Lugh was a Celtic solar king, god of light and sun, who had many children, including the famous Celtic warrior Cu Chulin.

A dedicated protector of land and community, Lugh represents the warrior-masculine spirit of the Ériu brand’s mission to protect the nation’s heritage, champion natural resources and bring these skills back to Irish communities. This sweater is a unisex piece with a new vision of a contemporary approach to tradition, with subtle details (braids) and a comfortable hood. Lightweight and comfortable to wear, this beautiful sweater is handmade with love by dear Ann and Anne on their homemade knitting machines from home.

The jumper is made from Ériu‘s signature blend of 100% Irish wool yarns, which bring ancient heritage to life through a fair trade wool network across Ireland. This sweater is made in 6 basic colors: navy, pink, turquoise, beige, blue and camel.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new things Ériu, a luxury brand of Irish knitwear, has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Trench Coat: Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli

Sweater: Ériu

Trousers: Brunello Cucinelli

Sneakers: Dolce & Gabbana

Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli is a distinctive Irish brand whose tradition and love for rainwear spans nearly two centuries. You must be wondering what is the story of this extraordinary brand? Back in 1823, Mr. Charles Mackintosh patented his breakthrough invention in the form of an extraordinary waterproof fabric. His material has been used by a select few manufacturers to make special raincoats, using his patent 2 layer double cotton bonded with a rubber compound which is then further bonded with rubberised cotton. Later, in 1889, one of those manufacturers from Manchester expanded its operations to Ireland and in 1934 registered its Mackintosh manufacturing business.

The popularity of raincoats has led to them being exported to countries as far as the USA, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. They were worn by men and women who appreciated their function and quality workmanship, however, complaints continued due to the unpleasant smell of the rubber and their tendency to melt in warmer temperatures and become very stiff during cooler temperatures. These raincoats were in such demand that they were also supplied as the official uniform raincoats to Irish government organisations such as the State Police, Military Police Airport Police, Army Officers, Prison Officers and other semi state organisations such as Irish Rail and the Post & Telegraph Service until the downturn in demand caused by the recession and availability cheaper synthetic waterproof materials.

The turning point for the brand was in 1983, when the company was bought by Francis Campelli, who solved all the above complaints and developed a fabric that is odorless and will not change its properties in extreme weather conditions. This fabric is a double cotton texture, with a high-tech breathable membrane sandwiched between 2 layers of cotton, it is breathable, waterproof, windproof, durable and has the added benefit of being dry cleanable and hand washable. For nearly 200 years, generations of artisans have produced these raincoats that have come to be known as ‘The Mack’.

The fabric used to make Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli raincoats is known as Double Texture Cotton. This material is made of 2 layers of fine quality cotton and one special layer of high-tech polyurethane waterproof breathable membrane. It is important to note that all 3 layers are connected by heat and pressure with a hidden waterproof membrane located in the center.

The fabric is pre-shrunk and lightly sanded to provide extra comfort to the touch. Also, this material is additionally coated with a moisture repellent finish to disperse rain. It is important to note that this material is silent unlike the others and does not cause excessive noises when rubbing. The fabric is waterproof, windproof, breathable and durable in general wear conditions.

The Mackintosh will hold its shape thanks to the construction of the seams and the bonded membrane that binds the 2 layers together. It will not become excessively rigid at low temperatures, nor will it melt during exposure to high temperatures. This fabric can be cleaned in a number of ways: dry clean, hand wash or machine wash, but machine wash is not recommended as the Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli team usually use wool linings that can shrink or leather belt buckles that would fall apart in the machine or other non-machine washable covers. It is important to note that after washing or the first season of wearing, the fabric of your raincoat will become a little softer.

As you are used to sharing maintenance tips for Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli raincoats, today I will try to share some additional maintenance tips with you. As for cleaning, the brand recommends Chemical or hand wash at 30° with soap flakes that should be rinsed well. After washing, hang the raincoat on a wide roomy hanger and dry naturally. If you decide to use an iron, then use a steam iron on low heat. After cleaning, reprime if necessary to maintain the shower-repellant finish. It is important to note that colors may lighten after cleaning.

Machine washing is not recommended, but the double-textured fabric used in Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli mackintoshes can actually be washed in a modern washing machine with a delicates or wool programme. The fabric will not shrink or delaminate, the color may change – lighten, but not more than when washing by hand. If the raincoat is machine washed, the pre-shrunk wool lining may still shrink and any genuine leather buckles may begin to fall apart. After a good rinse with plenty of cold water to remove any residue will ensure an even colour, this can be done using a shower head in the shower or bath, or even a garden hose if you have the option. After rinsing it is best to hang your Macintosh on a wide plastic hanger on the clothes dryer.

To maintain the beauty of your Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli raincoat, there is no need to iron or refinish the rainproof finish as the mackintosh will remain waterproof due to the hidden waterproof membrane, but leaks may occur at the stitching points if the rainproof finish is somehow damaged worn out. Iron the garment only from the inside, using a modern steam iron, which will have a Teflon backing to prevent the surface from shining. Remove all detachable items and iron separately. Pressure can be applied to any area where there is only one layer of fabric.

During ironing it is only necessary to use light pressure or no pressure at all on areas where there are folds or 2 layers of fabric. To restore the rain-resistant finish, you can purchase a product from specialized camping equipment stores and look for products that are used to repair cotton clothing and follow the instructions for proper use. To extend the life of your Macintosh, hang it to dry in a well-ventilated area and make sure it is completely dry before long-term storage.

In today’s story I present to you this unusual Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli yellow double breasted raincoat which is ideal for rainy and windy weather. A yellow raincoat is needed by every man during the autumn and winter period, and this raincoat can be worn on all occasions and has a special and elegant charm. It is important to note that this raincoat is extremely light and I liked this interesting colour.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli, a luxury Irish rainwear brand, has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of the fourth fashion story from the series of posts from Ireland, where we together discover the beauty and brilliance of the sustainability and heritage of real Irish wool with luxury Irish knitwear brand Ériu, the beauty of rainwear with Irish brand Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli, the beauty of urban tailoring with Italian brand Brunello Cucinelli and the beauty of Italian comfort with Dolce & Gabbana, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

In the following posts, I will try to show you the beauty of the capital of Ireland – Dublin, as well as some natural beauties of Ireland with unusual fashion stories I made there. Today’s fashion story would not be possible without the selfless help of Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur, Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence in collaboration with local partners who allowed me to feel the spirit and beauty of local culture and the beauty of everyday life in Ireland.

Today I tried to show you the beauty of elegance and refinement of luxury fashion in the natural beauty of Ireland, that’s why I prepared this outfit for you with a lot of love, I believe you will 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. See you soon!

With Love from Ireland,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence, as well as Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli, Ériu, Brunello Cucinelli and Dolce & Gabbana brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

Celtic Tweed: A Story of Love for Quality Irish Materials

Fashion Outfit Post 3 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the third fashion story in a series of posts from Ireland on the Mr.M blog. This February will be dedicated to this unusual country in the heart of Western Europe, a country known for its greenest landscapes, St. Patrick’s Day, music, the famous Irish whiskey, but also for its extremely high quality wool. At the very beginning of today’s fashion story about Celtic Tweed, an iconic luxury Irish fashion brand, I would like to thank the Enterprise Ireland team for the warm invitation to the 50th anniversary of the three-day Irish trade show Showcase Ireland and for making the collaboration with Irish fashion brands that you will have opportunities to see in fashion stories from Ireland.

With the selfless help of all the mentioned partners, fashion stories and travelogues from Ireland were created, which you will have the opportunity to read this February, and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy the new adventure. Today I will introduce some Irish brands which caught my attention during the Showcase Ireland trade show – Celtic Tweed and Ériu.

If by any chance you missed reading the previous travelogue post about Showcase Ireland or you want to remind yourself of some interesting things, take the opportunity to visit the following LINK.

Celtic Tweed is a luxury Irish brand that makes bespoke Irish tweed clothing for men and women: jackets, waistcoats, gilets and body warmers, shirts, hats, skirts. What is the story of this extraordinary brand? After 35 years in the industry working with suppliers around the world, Celtic Tweed brand founders Mrs. Cathy Coghlan and Mr. Frank Coghlan decided in 2012 to create a unique Irish clothing collection that was to revive the fabrics of Ireland and proudly make these clothes in their hometown of Balbriggan, a town with a rich history of weaving and clothing manufacturing dating back to the 1830s.

Every day since then has been a journey of learning and discovery. The Celtic Tweed team designs with simplicity believing that the best things in life are simple and timeless. They strip away the unnecessary to create elegant pieces. Making these pieces time and time again and truly honing their skills, constantly perfecting cuts, fabrics, textures and finishes with each new collection, they are truly the best of the best created by their highly skilled team of designers, cutters and tailors.

People are becoming much more curious about how their clothes come from Balbriggan, enabling the Celtic Tweed team to share that journey with them. Their team meticulously handcrafts each piece, to create shapes that fit beautifully with your figure, to create authentically sustainable pieces of quiet luxury, which will become cherished heirlooms for you and future generations to enjoy together. The Celtic Tweed team makes clothes with love that will be enjoyed by future generations.

Celtic Tweed tailored suits, shirts and jackets are pieces of clothing that embody unparalleled luxury and elegance. Celtic Tweed’s tailoring service involves working closely with each customer to create bespoke garments that are precisely tailored to their unique body measurements. All Celtic Tweed clothing is made in Dublin, ensuring exceptional quality and loving attention to detail in every stitch.

What does this service look like? This exclusive Celtic Tweed experience begins with an initial meeting with a Made To Measure (MTM) service specialist and you meet your personal tailor, who will guide you through every step of creating your personalized made-to-measure garment. The tailor will then take all your measurements to create a unique garment tailored to your body down to the millimeter.

Once the desired design features are confirmed, the Celtic Tweed team creates a custom pattern for you. During this fashion journey you will have the opportunity to have two separate trials with your tailor before your bespoke outfit is finalized to ensure that every element is executed to perfection.

The Celtic Tweed brand business is dedicated to producing high-quality clothing that respects the planet and promotes a sustainable lifestyle. Their approach is based on sustainable design, local production and responsible sourcing, which really sets them apart from other brands in the fashion industry. The Celtic Tweed creative team creates clothing that is designed to be timeless, versatile and long-lasting, encouraging customers to invest in quality over quantity. By making clothes that are meant to last, the brand contributes to a slower, more thoughtful fashion cycle. All Celtic Tweed collections are made in Dublin, where they personally and directly oversee all stages of production to ensure that each piece meets all standards of sustainability and quality craftsmanship.

One of the most important postulates of this brand’s work is the right choice of materials that reflect the dedication and love of the Celtic Tweed team for making quality clothing. Their team favors natural, renewable fabrics such as wool and linen, which have a lower environmental impact than synthetics. Wool is particularly beneficial because it is biodegradable and provides warmth without energy-intensive production, making it ideal for sustainable outerwear. They work with local suppliers as much as possible and with mills that follow environmentally friendly practices, helping to reduce their carbon footprint while supporting local communities in Ireland.

The Celtic Tweed team’s commitment to sustainability selflessly extends to customer engagement, where they encourage careful selection and care of clothing. Offering care advice, repair services and styling ideas, the Celtic Tweed team help customers in every way to extend the life of their clothes, while reducing their impact on the environment. This approach resonates with their existing customers, who build wardrobes filled with durable, meaningful pieces that Celtic Tweed can always repair for them. As I learned from the founder of the brand, this year they will introduce a novelty in their work, namely “product passports”, so that all customers will have an insight into the full traceability of the clothes they buy from the Celtic Tweed brand.

My outfit today is made up of two pieces of clothing from the Celtic Tweed collection – a jacket with knitted sleeves and classic trousers.

The Shackleton tweed jacket, crafted as a tribute to the endurance and legendary spirit of Irish-born Antarctic explorer Ernest Shackleton. Built to embody the resilience and adventure of Shackleton, this men’s Irish tweed jacket combines traditional craftsmanship with luxurious details. Made from a blend of merino wool and soft cashmere, the jacket celebrates Shackleton’s Irish heritage, with materials that respect the rugged landscapes of Ireland that once inspired him. This exquisite men’s tweed jacket is designed with a quilted interior that provides good breathability and warmth, while nappa leather details on the collar and pockets add a sophisticated and refined touch of luxury.

Made from 95% merino wool and 5% cashmere, the cable knit sleeves offer exceptional softness and warmth, ideal for outdoor exploration or city walking. With practical interior and side exterior pockets, this Irish tweed jacket is both stylish and functional, inspired by the enduring legacy of the legendary explorer. Who knows, you might find your inner explorer with the Shackleton jacket, a timeless accessory for those who appreciate the heritage of Irish tweed and want to embody the spirit of adventure in a special and original way.

I paired the Shackleton jacket with brown tweed trousers, which are made in Dublin by Celtic Tweed’s professional artisan tailors, showcasing the beauty of Irish craftsmanship and design. Expertly designed and hand cut in Balbriggan, North County Dublin, these trousers are crafted in a classic pattern and cut, offering a timeless sharp style. Featuring brown tweed with multicolored stripes woven in, these trousers are the same color as the jackets, but can also easily be paired with a matching brown tweed waistcoat or tweed jacket for a sophisticated, coordinated look. Designed with special attention to detail, the Celtic Tweed tweed trousers combine tradition and quality, making them the ideal choice for those looking for authentic Irish tweed craftsmanship.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products Celtic Tweed, a luxury Irish fashion brand, has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Cable Knit Sleeve Jacket: Celtic Tweed

Sweater: Ériu

Trousers: Celtic Tweed

Gloves: Restelli Guanti

Sneakers: Fratelli Rossetti

A brand that caught my eye during Showcase Ireland is Irish luxury knitwear brand Ériu who make clothing, accessories and other products from 100% Irish wool which has been selected for its unique qualities of softness, drape, shine and seam definition. The founders of this amazing brand are Ms. Zoë Daly and Mr. Lionel Mackey.

Ériu‘s story began with Mrs. Daly’s grandmother, Kitsy, who knitted all her life. It was her art, her craft, her soul. For her, knitting was a practical, useful thing, but also an expression of selfless and great love. When Mrs. Zoe’s daughter was born, right on Kitsy’s birthday, as luck would have it, she knitted her a blanket, her first baby blanket. This precious blanket is made from 100% soft and silky merino wool.

Ms Zoe has discovered a new community of small and sustainable farmers who are committed to restoring Ireland’s woolen tradition, a heritage of cottage industry. A concept based on new breeds of sheep, new blends of wool, new ways of renewing old skills. After she met Mr. Lionel Mackey, a farmer from Wicklow, who understood the reality of sheep farming, as well as the needs of the business, they decided to establish the Ériu brand, which took its name from the patron goddess of Ireland, the queen of fertility, sovereignty and abundance.

They wanted to create a fully sustainable process for making Irish wool blankets, where the material is sourced directly from farmers and local textile artisans are employed. “From farm to yarn” became their mantra, a new hope and eventually the slogan of this unusual brand. During Showcase Ireland I had the opportunity to meet the founders of the brand and get to know more about their work and divine products made from real Irish wool.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present you a Beige Lugh Sweater that perfectly fit into my outfit today. How did this sweater get its name? Lugh was a Celtic solar king, god of light and sun, who had many children, including the famous Celtic warrior Cu Chulin.

A dedicated protector of land and community, Lugh represents the warrior-masculine spirit of the Ériu brand’s mission to protect the nation’s heritage, champion natural resources and bring these skills back to Irish communities. This sweater is a unisex piece with a new vision of a contemporary approach to tradition, with subtle details (braids) and a comfortable hood. Lightweight and comfortable to wear, this beautiful sweater is handmade with love by dear Ann and Anne on their homemade knitting machines from home.

The jumper is made from Ériu‘s signature blend of 100% Irish wool yarns, which bring ancient heritage to life through a fair trade wool network across Ireland. This sweater is made in 6 basic colors: navy, pink, turquoise, beige, blue and camel.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new things Ériu, a luxury brand of Irish knitwear, has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

There is no person in the world who cannot hide his joy when it fells the smell of new Italian leather. Today, we reunite with the Italian family-owned glove workshop Restelli, a place where art, tradition and the beauty of handicrafts meet every day, which is the true definition of Italian style and lifestyle in general.

Making gloves is not only a job but also a real art. After 100 years, passion, emotions, tradition and knowledge have been passed on to the third generation! Rafaela Restelli has fully embraced the challenges of a new fashion era where the market and way of selling has changed with a deep respect and belief in tradition and love for masterpieces that last!

Restelli gloves are not valued by money but by tradition and history full of love and patience that have no price.

We end today’s fashion adventure with old well-known friends of the Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognises for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories as well as in many other fashion stories on the Mr.M blog over the past years.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

So they decided to start their story again from the beginning and decided to switch to the production of classic shoes. Those were the years between 1952 and 1957, which witnessed the orientation and acquisition of new skills in the creation of women’s ballet flats and elegant, simple men’s footwear characterized by extremely flexible and high-quality workmanship. All this led to the creation of a small collection of men’s shoes with contours that differed from the various styles sold at the time. Renzo Rossetti consequently engaged in work that demonstrated his aesthetic sense and artistic perfectionism.

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.

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, La Giusta.

In previous stories you had the opportunity to enjoy the Brera models, but this season I decided to show you the other side of the Fratelli Rossetti brand – the new face of sporty elegance.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present to you the dynamic and metropolitan look of Fratelli Rossetti sneakers from the latest Fall-Winter 2024 collection, which are made of the highest quality soft nubuk leather in dark brown chocolate color. Of course, there is also an insole that can be removed and ventilated. The cupsole features the brand’s logo on the back and is made of flexible, lightweight rubber with a custom tread that lets you feel like you’re walking on clouds.

This sneaker model comes in several variations, mine is dark brown made of nubuck leather, while there are 2 more shades of brown: brown deerskin sneakers and smooth antique-effect leather sneakers in ebony colour. Of course, there are also sneakers in the indispensable classic olive color made of suede leather. In addition to this sneaker model, the Fratelli Rossetti brand offers several other sneaker models, so I am convinced that if you are looking for quality and well-designed sneakers, you can find them in the Fratelli Rossetti collection this season.

If you want to stay freshly 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 the third fashion story from the series of posts from Ireland, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of Irish fashion with the brand Celtic Tweed, the luxury and softness of Irish production of luxury knitwear with Ériu, the tradition of Italian production of luxury gloves by Restelli Guanti and the beauty of the comfort of Italian footwear with Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

In the following posts, I will try to show you the beauty of the capital of Ireland – Dublin, as well as some natural beauties of Ireland with unusual fashion stories I made there. Today’s fashion story would not be possible without the selfless help of Enterprise Ireland and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence in collaboration with local partners who allowed me to feel the spirit and beauty of local culture and the beauty of everyday life in Ireland.

Today I tried to show you the beauty of elegance and refinement of luxury fashion in the natural beauty of Ireland, that’s why I prepared this outfit for you with a lot of love, I believe you will 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. See you soon!

With Love from Dublin,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Enterprise Ireland and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence, as well as Celtic Tweed, Ériu, Restelli Guanti and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli: The Artist Who Improved The Vision of Rainwear

Fashion Outfit Post 4 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the second fashion story in a series of posts from Ireland on the Mr.M blog. This February will be dedicated to this unusual country in the heart of Western Europe, a country known for its greenest landscapes, St. Patrick’s Day, music, the famous Irish whiskey, but also for its extremely high quality wool. At the very beginning of today’s fashion story about Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli, an iconic Irish rainwear brand, I would like to thank the Enterprise Ireland team for the warm invitation to the 50th anniversary of the three-day Irish trade show Showcase Ireland and for making the collaboration with Irish fashion brands that you will have opportunities to see in fashion stories from Ireland.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Black Tie Chauffeur, a Dublin company that provides exclusive luxury chauffeured passenger services. This company enabled me to visit the Cliffs of Moher, which are among the most beautiful and impressive natural sights in Ireland. There will be a special travelogue about the Cliffs of Moher where you will get to know the localities in more detail, as well as the service of a private driver with whom you can quickly and with a high level of comfort and convenience enjoy the natural sights of Ireland.

With the selfless help of all the mentioned partners, fashion stories and travelogues from Ireland were created, which you will have the opportunity to read this February, and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy the new adventure. Today I will introduce an Irish brand that caught my attention during the Showcase Ireland trade show – Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli.

If by any chance you missed reading the previous travelogue post about Showcase Ireland or you want to remind yourself of some interesting things, take the opportunity to visit the following LINK.

Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli is a distinctive Irish brand whose tradition and love for rainwear spans nearly two centuries. You must be wondering what is the story of this extraordinary brand? Back in 1823, Mr. Charles Mackintosh patented his breakthrough invention in the form of an extraordinary waterproof fabric. His material has been used by a select few manufacturers to make special raincoats, using his patent 2 layer double cotton bonded with a rubber compound which is then further bonded with rubberised cotton. Later, in 1889, one of those manufacturers from Manchester expanded its operations to Ireland and in 1934 registered its Mackintosh manufacturing business.

The popularity of raincoats has led to them being exported to countries as far as the USA, Australia, New Zealand and Singapore. They were worn by men and women who appreciated their function and quality workmanship, however, complaints continued due to the unpleasant smell of the rubber and their tendency to melt in warmer temperatures and become very stiff during cooler temperatures. These raincoats were in such demand that they were also supplied as the official uniform raincoats to Irish government organisations such as the State Police, Military Police Airport Police, Army Officers, Prison Officers and other semi state organisations such as Irish Rail and the Post & Telegraph Service until the downturn in demand caused by the recession and availability cheaper synthetic waterproof materials.

The turning point for the brand was in 1983, when the company was bought by Francis Campelli, who solved all the above complaints and developed a fabric that is odorless and will not change its properties in extreme weather conditions. This fabric is a double cotton texture, with a high-tech breathable membrane sandwiched between 2 layers of cotton, it is breathable, waterproof, windproof, durable and has the added benefit of being dry cleanable and hand washable. For nearly 200 years, generations of artisans have produced these raincoats that have come to be known as ‘The Mack’.

The fabric used to make Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli raincoats is known as Double Texture Cotton. This material is made of 2 layers of fine quality cotton and one special layer of high-tech polyurethane waterproof breathable membrane. It is important to note that all 3 layers are connected by heat and pressure with a hidden waterproof membrane located in the center.

The fabric is pre-shrunk and lightly sanded to provide extra comfort to the touch. Also, this material is additionally coated with a moisture repellent finish to disperse rain. It is important to note that this material is silent unlike the others and does not cause excessive noises when rubbing. The fabric is waterproof, windproof, breathable and durable in general wear conditions.

The Mackintosh will hold its shape thanks to the construction of the seams and the bonded membrane that binds the 2 layers together. It will not become excessively rigid at low temperatures, nor will it melt during exposure to high temperatures. This fabric can be cleaned in a number of ways: dry clean, hand wash or machine wash, but machine wash is not recommended as the Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli team usually use wool linings that can shrink or leather belt buckles that would fall apart in the machine or other non-machine washable covers. It is important to note that after washing or the first season of wearing, the fabric of your raincoat will become a little softer.

As you are used to sharing maintenance tips for Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli raincoats, today I will try to share some additional maintenance tips with you. As for cleaning, the brand recommends Chemical or hand wash at 30° with soap flakes that should be rinsed well. After washing, hang the raincoat on a wide roomy hanger and dry naturally. If you decide to use an iron, then use a steam iron on low heat. After cleaning, reprime if necessary to maintain the shower-repellant finish. It is important to note that colors may lighten after cleaning.

Machine washing is not recommended, but the double-textured fabric used in Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli mackintoshes can actually be washed in a modern washing machine with a delicates or wool programme. The fabric will not shrink or delaminate, the color may change – lighten, but not more than when washing by hand. If the raincoat is machine washed, the pre-shrunk wool lining may still shrink and any genuine leather buckles may begin to fall apart. After a good rinse with plenty of cold water to remove any residue will ensure an even colour, this can be done using a shower head in the shower or bath, or even a garden hose if you have the option. After rinsing it is best to hang your Macintosh on a wide plastic hanger on the clothes dryer.

To maintain the beauty of your Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli raincoat, there is no need to iron or refinish the rainproof finish as the mackintosh will remain waterproof due to the hidden waterproof membrane, but leaks may occur at the stitching points if the rainproof finish is somehow damaged worn out. Iron the garment only from the inside, using a modern steam iron, which will have a Teflon backing to prevent the surface from shining. Remove all detachable items and iron separately. Pressure can be applied to any area where there is only one layer of fabric.

During ironing it is only necessary to use light pressure or no pressure at all on areas where there are folds or 2 layers of fabric. To restore the rain-resistant finish, you can purchase a product from specialized camping equipment stores and look for products that are used to repair cotton clothing and follow the instructions for proper use. To extend the life of your Macintosh, hang it to dry in a well-ventilated area and make sure it is completely dry before long-term storage.

In today’s story I present to you this unusual Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli short brown raincoat with special wool lining which is ideal for cold and windy weather. A brown raincoat is needed by every man during the winter period, and this raincoat can be worn on all occasions and has a special and elegant charm. It is important to note that this raincoat is extremely light and I liked this unusual oversized cut.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli, a luxury Irish rainwear brand, has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Short Raincoat: Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli

Sweater: Aida Barni

Trousers: Loro Piana

Sneakers: Fratelli Rossetti

Today’s fashion adventure we will continue with old friends, I’m sure you remember the brand Aida Barni, which is synonymous with the perfect softness and refined Italian processing of cashmere. Last season we enjoyed the beauty of bright colors, while this year I decided to paint cold winter days with some warm pastel colors. Soft, light and warm cashmere items are also a good investment and practical gift during the fall-winter. When you give someone a cashmere sweater, it is a gift from the heart, because a cashmere sweater carries a certain symbolism with it.

Aida Barni is a brand that belongs to the Annapurna group. Founded in 1978, the Annapurna Group has become one of the leading Italian and world manufacturers of high-quality cashmere knitwear with its two fashion lines, Annapurna and Aida Barni.

Annapurna uses all the latest production techniques available on the market, from cotton looms to the latest and most advanced knitwear machines of all sizes. The current production capacity is about 120,000 pieces per year. It is important to note that the entire production cycle is performed in Italy, more precisely in the factory of the company located in the city of Prato, which is also the center of the province of the same name located in the heart of Italy – Tuscany.

“Made in Italy” is more than a production concept, but this brand has proven to be much more than the perfect cashmere sweater on a store shelf. It is love at first touch, an impression to remember.

Annapurna is a name that evokes everyone with exceptional mountain landscapes, especially the mountain range in the Himalayas where goats live with their winter fleece, hiding the soft, warm “cloak” that made them so famous.

Aida Barni is an iconic and fascinating name for a fashion line that produces high quality knitwear from the finest cashmere. Aida Barni is a symbol of a goal for a woman who decided to enter the world of business in the late seventies and reach the very top of this challenging and one of the most difficult sectors of the market.

The Aida Barni brand was created as an artistic expression of the way of life and existence, the essence of unstressed chic, refined luxury. A collection for men and women dedicated to everyone who loves timeless and elegant knitwear that encompasses true elegance in the preciousness of materials, shapes and details.

The man who wears Aida Barni knitwear does not follow trends, but creates and adapts to the needs of everyday life. The men’s collection is made up of cult clothing items of sentimental value, which evoke a healthy and environmentally friendly way of life. Customers of the Aida Barni brand love natural and fine yarns, enjoy comfort, but do not give up the elegance and sophistication of cuts and models.

Aida Barni concept of men’s “sports elegance” is simple and with style, but rich in materials and inconspicuous details that make this brand cult because it represents an expression of uniqueness and special class.

The turtleneck sweater with zipper you see in today’s post is from the latest Aida Barni FW24/25 collection, a wonderful orange colour and is made of pure cashmere. Refreshing colour for the new season!

You can buy Aida Barni cashmere items in multi-brand stores and department stores across Europe and the world and through authorized online stores. When you give someone an Aida Barni piece, it is more than respect and love because you are giving a piece in which love and deep respect for art that is not worshiped every day is woven.

For all Aida Barni fans in Germany, I have discovered two men’s spots where you can find and enjoy in the beauty of Aida Barni incredible knitwear: Braun Hamburg and Mientus retail stores.

If you want to stay tuned and find out all the news that Aida Barni is preparing for us this fashion season, follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

Loro Piana is an Italian company specialised in clothing and textile products. This fashion house is considered the largest producer of cashmere and also the world’s largest artisanal company processing the luxury fiber.

The Loro Piana company has three divisions (textile divisions): a division that deals with the production of high-quality materials using precious fibers such as cashmere and baby cashmere, vicuna, linen and merino wool, a division that deals with the creation of luxury fashion items(production and distribution of men’s, women’s clothing, footwear and fashion accessories) and the interior design department – production and distribution of interior design products.

In today’s post you have the chance to see a special item, a cashmere trousers from the latest men’s Loro Piana Autumn-Winter 2024/25 collection, which is just a small piece of my favourites this season due to their signature elegance and my love for neutral colours. Made from 100% cashmere, these camel trousers is perfect for the man who pays attention to details and leaves nothing to chance.

This elegant cashmere trousers in camel color is perfect for all occasions and extremely easy to match with other colors. If you want to stay updated and find out which pieces the Loro Piana brand has in its offer, visit their official online store and follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

We end today’s fashion adventure with old well-known friends of the Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognises for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories as well as in many other fashion stories on the Mr.M blog over the past years.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

So they decided to start their story again from the beginning and decided to switch to the production of classic shoes. Those were the years between 1952 and 1957, which witnessed the orientation and acquisition of new skills in the creation of women’s ballet flats and elegant, simple men’s footwear characterized by extremely flexible and high-quality workmanship. All this led to the creation of a small collection of men’s shoes with contours that differed from the various styles sold at the time. Renzo Rossetti consequently engaged in work that demonstrated his aesthetic sense and artistic perfectionism.

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.

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, La Giusta.

In previous stories you had the opportunity to enjoy the Brera models, but this season I decided to show you the other side of the Fratelli Rossetti brand – the new face of sporty elegance.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present to you the dynamic and metropolitan look of Fratelli Rossetti sneakers from the latest Fall-Winter 2024 collection, which are made of the highest quality soft nubuk leather in dark brown chocolate color. Of course, there is also an insole that can be removed and ventilated. The cupsole features the brand’s logo on the back and is made of flexible, lightweight rubber with a custom tread that lets you feel like you’re walking on clouds.

This sneaker model comes in several variations, mine is dark brown made of nubuck leather, while there are 2 more shades of brown: brown deerskin sneakers and smooth antique-effect leather sneakers in ebony colour. Of course, there are also sneakers in the indispensable classic olive color made of suede leather. In addition to this sneaker model, the Fratelli Rossetti brand offers several other sneaker models, so I am convinced that if you are looking for quality and well-designed sneakers, you can find them in the Fratelli Rossetti collection this season.

If you want to stay freshly 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 the second fashion story from the series of posts from Ireland, where together we discovered the beauty and splendour of fashion with the Irish brand Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli, the beauty of refined cut with the Italian brand Loro Piana, the luxury and softness of Mongolian cashmere and the Italian production of luxury knitwear with Aida Barni and the beauty of the comfort of Italian footwear with Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

In the following posts, I will try to show you the beauty of the capital of Ireland – Dublin, as well as some natural beauties of Ireland with unusual fashion stories I made there. Today’s fashion story would not be possible without the selfless help of Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur, Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence in collaboration with local partners who allowed me to feel the spirit and beauty of local culture and the beauty of everyday life in Ireland.

Today I tried to show you the beauty of elegance and refinement of luxury fashion in the natural beauty of Ireland, that’s why I prepared this outfit for you with a lot of love, I believe you will 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. See you soon!

With Love from Ireland,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence, as well as Mackintosh Ireland by Francis Campelli, Loro Piana, Aida Barni and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

Bonner of Ireland: Immerse yourself in the elegance of Irish tradition…

Fashion Outfit Post 6 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the first fashion story in a series of posts from Ireland on the Mr.M blog. January and February will be dedicated to this unusual country in the heart of Western Europe, a country known for its greenest landscapes, St. Patrick’s Day, music, the famous Irish whiskey, but also for its extremely high quality wool. At the very beginning of today’s fashion story about Bonner of Ireland, an Irish knitwear brand, I would like to thank the Enterprise Ireland team for the warm invitation to the 50th anniversary of the three-day Irish trade show Showcase Ireland and for making the collaboration with Irish fashion brands that you will have opportunities to see in fashion stories from Ireland.

I would also like to take this opportunity to thank Black Tie Chauffeur, a Dublin company that provides exclusive luxury chauffeured passenger services. This company enabled me to visit the Cliffs of Moher, which are among the most beautiful and impressive natural sights in Ireland. There will be a special travelogue about the Cliffs of Moher where you will get to know the localities in more detail, as well as the service of a private driver with whom you can quickly and with a high level of comfort and convenience enjoy the natural sights of Ireland.

With the selfless help of all the mentioned partners, fashion stories and travelogues from Ireland were created, which you will have the opportunity to read this January and February, and I sincerely hope that you will enjoy the new adventure. Today I will introduce two Irish brands that caught my attention during the Showcase Ireland trade show – Bonner of Ireland and George Horn.

If by any chance you missed reading the previous travelogue post about Showcase Ireland or you want to remind yourself of some interesting things, take the opportunity to visit the following LINK.

Bonner of Ireland is a family fashion company dedicated to using traditional crafts to produce quality knitwear from the finest yarns. Their team believes in sustainable design and innovation to provide a product and service that meets and exceeds customer needs. A person wearing a Bonner product will gain a sense of the heritage, tradition and ideals of Donegal in Ireland.

To wear a Bonner creation is to wrap yourself in the essence of Ireland, to carry the deep-rooted traditions of Donegal close to your heart. In every thread, a piece of history; in every weaving of stories. Bonner of Ireland sources its wool from local artisan wool producers: Donegal Yarns. They manage the complete vertical production process from raw wool, through dyeing, mixing, carding and spinning to the finished multi-coloured colored yarn for the weaving, knitting and craft industries. All products are made in Ireland and production takes place at their woollen mill in Kilcar, Ireland.

I believe many of you are wondering how Bonner of Ireland wool is actually made? This famous Irish knitwear brand gets its wool from a variety of sources as each type of wool has a special character that will help when making Bonner of Ireland clothing for women and men. One of the most important wool suppliers is the local artisan wool manufacturer Donegal Yarns. The Bonner of Ireland team have been kind enough to share with me the in-depth story of how their wool is made and I’ll do my best to bring that processing to you.

Donegal Yarns was founded in the 1970s by ‘Gaeltarra’ when they built a spinning mill in Kilcar supplying tweed effect yarns to the international and local craft industries. Some time later, the company was renamed Donegal Tarns in 2008 to reflect their unique flecked/nepp effect yarn.

They manage the complete vertical production process from raw wool, through dyeing, mixing, carding and spinning to the finished multi-coloured colored yarn for the weaving, knitting and product making industries. All products are made in Ireland and production takes place at their woollen mill in Kilcar.

The wool making process begins with wool sorting at Donegal Yarns, where wool sorting experts meticulously organize and process wool from the local area which has been thoroughly cleaned and well scoured. The next process is dyeing the wool, where the manager of the dyeing department creates different recipes creating a unique palette of colors. The team finds inspiration in Irish culture and tradition, where the most commonly used colors are brown and red raised bogs and green hedgerows and rich forests.

The process that follows is the blending process, that is, the mixing process where the colors are evenly mixed to ensure consistent shading in the color match. This is crucial when combining different fibers such as merino wool with cashmere or merino wool with mohair.

After that, the mixtures are subjected to carding, a new process or method that involves passing them through fine metal teeth. The wool’s inherent crease is straightened during carding, aligning the fibers for the spinning process.

The most important thing that comes next is yarn spinning, better known as the Post-carding process, the roving goes through spinning, where the fibers are elongated and twisted to a certain degree, creating a yarn. For some types of yarn, multiple strands of individual yarns can be interlaced to achieve a desired weight suitable for different uses.

The yarn is wound into buckets as a preparatory step for scouring and cleaning the wool. In the scouring process, the yarn is fed into the machine and continuously moves through multiple baths. The first two baths are filled with cleaning detergent, followed by rinsing in the last two baths before the yarn is hung to dry.

After the spinning or twisting process is completed, the yarn is either packed into cones or formed into balls or skeins, based on the customer’s order. After that, they are prepared for storage in the warehouse and possible shipment.

I have tried to briefly explain to you the history of weaving and creation of wool. I will do my best to introduce you to the rich heritage of Donegal tweed at Bonner of Ireland. The craft, which dates back to the 1800s, was revived with the introduction of spinning wheels and linen looms by the Royal Ulster Linen Manufacturers. In the late 19th century, Donegal tweed gained international recognition, known for its unique patterns and textures.

In the misty expanses of Donegal, where stories are spun as fine as wool, the craft of tweed-making whispers a tale as old as the hills of Ireland themselves. Since the dawn of the 1800s, in the cozy cottages that dot the southwest of this rugged land, skilled and hardworking hands have spun, woven and woven the essence of Donegal into every thread. Here, where the wild Atlantic touches the shore, a mixture of native and foreign wools would come to life under the skillful touch of these artisans.

The wool, dyed in hues rich in Irish folklore, would be spun into threads of destiny, some finding their way into warm garments and others into the hands of local weavers, destined to become the famous Donegal tweed. This tweed, a fabric of survival and beauty, clothed the local population and traveled further afield, carrying with it the spirit of Donegal. And so it was, until the twilight of the eighteenth century when the Royal Ulster Clothiers breathed new life into this age-old craft, bringing linen spinners and looms to Donegal homes, heralding the dawn of the nineteenth-century native tweed industry.

However, it was not until the 1880s that Donegal tweed would find its modern voice, through the vision of Mrs. Alice Rowland Hart, an English philanthropist with a heart as big as the sea. In 1883, she saw the rugged beauty of Donegal and the deep poverty of the people who lived there. Touched, she appealed for public generosity, but her vision progressed – to revive local cottage industries, especially tweed weaving.

Thus was born the Donegal Industrial Trust, a beacon of hope and craft. By 1884, Donegal tweed graced the London International Health Exhibition, a triumph that led Hart to set up shop in London. Working closely with local weavers, Hart wove new designs into Donegal tweed fabric, experimenting with colors from Ireland’s own flora, earning accolades and honours. Her vision spread in 1885, reaching out to Irish women, inviting them to participate in the revival of embroidery, which led to the birth of the Kells Embroidery Schools. Here, the ancient art of Irish and Eastern design flourished once again on canvas, a testament to Ireland’s timeless craftsmanship.

After learning all this information, it was a pleasure for me to present this particular brand to you on the Mr.M blog. My outfit today is decorated with a sweater from the special Bonner of Ireland collection. Meticulously crafted from the finest Donegal wool, this classic style celebrates the rugged beauty and vibrant colors of Irish tradition and culture in the surroundings of South West Donegal. This sweater keeps you warm and cozy, making it an ideal choice for layering or as a stand-alone piece. I enjoyed the luxurious softness and warmth of the 100% fine wool that comes from Donegal Yarns.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new things Bonner of Ireland, a luxury brand of Irish knitwear, has prepared for us this fashion season, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Shearling Coat: Brunello Cucinelli

Sweater: Bonner of Ireland

Trousers: Brunello Cucinelli

Gloves: George Horn

Shoes: Dolce & Gabbana

The next Irish brand that I want to introduce to you is one of the representatives of luxury Irish leather goods with a long tradition and rich history – George Horn. As a big fan of luxury and high-quality leather goods, at Showcase Ireland I had the honor of meeting Mr. Gerard Horn, manager of the George Horn brand that produces luxury leather gloves.

George Horn is a third generation glove maker based in Dublin. Founded by George in the 1940s and continued by his son Brian, the company is now run by Brian and his son Gerard. With a passion for quality, authenticity and respect for their craft and artistry, George Horn produce the finest hand-stitched gloves available on the Irish market.

After 77 years of craft, expertise, excitement, many successes and failures, and the hard work of 3 generations of one family, the continuation of George Horn not only sees the survival of the last master glove maker in Ireland, but also heralds a new era of those learning the trade. George Horn is also engaged in the training and education of leather artisans and glove makers to ensure that these age-old skills are preserved in a sustainable and sustainable way.

What is the story of this family brand? During the 1960s, the George Horn Company prospered and gained a reputation for the highest quality gloves. Sales reached across the globe from Japan to the US and included household names such as Harrods and Christian Dior. George Horn gloves have enjoyed a reputation at Bloomingdales, Saks of Fifth Avenue and Roots in New York for the highest standard of materials and quality in the manufacture of gloves from motorcycle gloves to Irish Army service gloves and other models. Mr. George expanded the Ashtown factory and the company’s success seemed boundless.

A little later, in 1972, a fire destroyed the Ashtown premises, destroying much of the old machinery. Unable to obtain spare machines that he felt were up to the appropriate standards, George ceased making gloves. Business continued as the Castleknock Glove Company produced industrial gloves, specialty gloves and small series such as gloves for Irish Army officers, and also began supplying leather to the craft market. George’s son, Brian, became involved in the company in the 1960s, initially selling in Ireland and then around the world, then learning the trade of a master glove maker from his father. To this day, it is Brian who cuts the gloves and oversees the sewing and finishing of all George Horn gloves.

After a fire in 1972, the company moved to Prussia Street, trading as The Castleknock Glove Company, but the collapse of Irish manufacturing and the era of mass importation saw the business close in 2003. A switch to supplying leather and tools began and Brian kept his glove manufacturing on a small scale to order for the next 15 years.

After the closure of the glove manufacturer in the UK, Brian secured old machinery, knives and equipment to match that originally lost in the 1972 fire. While some would argue that modern machines can do the job, for Brian it just wasn’t right and finding the right equipment provided the impetus and motivation to begin a two-year process of testing, tuning and refining until 2020, the year that marked the turning point and of the beautiful moment of the rebirth of the George Horn glove brand.

In today’s post you have the opportunity to see the masterpiece of the George Horn brand, men’s hand-stitched gloves made of Peccary’s leather and lined with pure cashmere. Experience the height of luxury with these George Horn handmade leather peccary gloves. Peccary, the world’s most exclusive glove leather, is prized for its unparalleled softness, durability and natural grain. These gloves are a testament to the skill and expertise of George Horn’s skilled cutters and makers, demanding the highest level of craftsmanship in every detail.

Completely hand-stitched, these gloves exude elegance and refinement. “Greek Dots” – slightly raised, meticulously stitched lines on the back – add a prominent and textured finish, fusing tradition with unique craftsmanship. Inside, the gloves are lined with 100% pure cashmere, providing unparalleled warmth and a soft feel against the skin. These gloves are designed to complement any outfit while providing exceptional comfort while embodying timeless sophistication and elegance.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what novelties the George Horn luxury brand of gloves has prepared for us, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Fashion pieces from the Brunello Cucinelli collection are made so that they can last for seasons and years with the guarantee that you can leave something of exceptional quality to your descendants with a timeless cut that will always be fashionable. Each manufactured piece is designed so that it does not follow blind trends, but on the contrary remains its own and consistent with the style of timeless elegance and refinement. Brunello Cucinelli is a brand that cherishes the values of “quiet luxury”, that’s why you’ll never see an aggressive brand logo on their clothes, leather goods or other fashion accessories, but the design and material will tell the story for themselves.

Brunello Cucinelli is an Italian luxury fashion brand that sells menswear, womenswear and accessories in Europe, North America and East Asia. The company was founded by Mr. Brunello Cucinelli in 1978. Mr. Cucinelli started his fashion house in 1978 specializing in Mongolian cashmere clothing for women. Today, the company owns 94 of the 124 stores worldwide. A few years ago, more precisely in January 2017, the company launched its online web store.

Mr. Cucinelli controls and manages the brand through Fedone Srl. Cucinelli’s family fund owns 57% of the company’s shares, and has also set up a special fund for the benefit of his daughters, Camilla and Carolina, to guarantee the proper handover of his eponymous company. This is an inspiring fashion story about a family.

An impressive fact is that the company headquarters is located in a 14th-century castle on top of a hill in the middle of Umbria, an area known as the “green heart” of Italy. Brunello Cucinelli donates 20% of profits to its charitable foundation and pays workers wages that are 20% higher than the fashion industry average. Also interesting information is that the employees of the company have extremely flexible working hours and that e-mails are not allowed after working hours. This is one of the few fashion houses that have such good working conditions, which is commendable in today’s age of classical capitalism.

My outfit today is adorned with two pieces of clothing from the latest Brunello Cucinelli FW 2024/25 collection, this fantastic shearling coat and trousers, which are made of the finest wool. Shearling coat as an indispensable piece of every winter season, this warm coat which is made of the finest alpine goat fur, due to its taupe neutral colour won my heart this winter season. When I got the invitation for this trip to Ireland, I knew immediately that I would bring this fashion piece with me to keep me warm on the windy cliffs of Ireland and I have to admit that I was very comfortable in it considering the low temperatures and high winds on the Cliffs of Moher. Another piece that delighted me this season is the brown trousers made of the finest wool, which went perfectly with my winter outfits this season.

If you want to stay updated and find out what iconic Italian fashion house Brunello Cucinelli has prepared for us this fashion season, follow this brand on social media: Facebook and Instagram.

My dear fashionistas, we have come to the end of the first fashion story in the series of posts from Ireland, where together we discovered the beauty and brilliance of fashion with the Irish brands Bonner of Ireland and George Horn, the beauty of urban cut with the Italian brand Brunello Cucinelli, partners with whom fashion stories real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

In the following posts, I will try to show you the beauty of the capital of Ireland – Dublin, as well as some natural beauties of Ireland with unusual fashion stories I made there. Today’s fashion story would not be possible without the selfless help of Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur, Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence in collaboration with local partners who allowed me to feel the spirit and beauty of local culture and the beauty of everyday life in Ireland.

Today I tried to show you the beauty of elegance and refinement of luxury fashion in the natural beauty of Ireland, that’s why I prepared this outfit for you with a lot of love, I believe you will 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. See you soon!

With Love from Ireland,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Enterprise Ireland, Black Tie Chauffeur and Herbert Park Hotel & Park Residence, as well as Bonner of Ireland, George Horn, Brunello Cucinelli brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

Yohji Yamamoto: A Brand That Challenges Convention With Its Avant-Garde Spirit

Fashion Outfit Post 7 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to another fashion story on the Mr.M blog in the new year 2025! I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. Today I’m going to introduce you to a new friend of the Mr.M blog, an unusual luxury Japanese brand that I’m sure you’ve heard of by now if you love the world of fashion, but didn’t know that it’s an extraordinary fashion brand that challenges conventional style with its with an unusual avant-garde spirit – Yohji Yamamoto.

Yohji Yamamoto is one of the most famous Japanese fashion designers with the headquarters of his namesake brand in Tokyo and Paris. Considered a master tailor alongside the likes of Madeleine Vionnet, he is known for his avant-garde tailoring style with a Japanese design aesthetic. Mr. Yamamoto has won notable awards for his contributions to fashion, including Chevalier/Officier/Commandeur Ordre des Arts et des Lettres, Medal of Honour with Purple Ribbon, Ordre National du Merite, Royal Designer for Industry and Master of Design Award from Fashion Group International.

Born in Tokyo, Mr. Yamamoto graduated from Keio University with a law degree in 1966, but gave up his future legal career to help his mother in her tailoring business, where he learned his tailoring skills. He focused his further education in the world of fashion, completing his fashion design studies at Bunka Fashion College in 1969.

Yohji Yamamoto made his debut in Tokyo in 1977, followed by two more important shows: debuts in Paris in 1981 and New York in 1982. His first collection under the brand label Y’s, focused on a collection for women that reflects typical menswear, with clothes cut in simple shapes with washed fabrics and dark colors.

In an interview with The New York Times in 1983, Mr. Yamamoto described his designs in these words: “I think my menswear looks just as good on women as my womenswear. When I started designing, I wanted to make menswear for women. ” He recently gave further explanation in a new interview where he reflected on the Y’s brand: “When I started making clothes for my Y’s line in 1977, all I wanted was for women to wear men’s clothing. I thought of the idea of ​​a coat that protects and hides a woman’s body, I wanted to protect a woman’s body from something – maybe from men’s eyes or the cold wind.”

His main fashion line, Yohji Yamamoto (men’s and women’s line) and Y’s line for women, are especially appreciated in Tokyo. These two lines are also available in its flagship stores in Paris and Antwerp, as well as in high-end department stores. Other major lines include high-fashion brand Pour Homme, Costume d’Homme and a soon-to-be-available diffusion line.

Yamamoto is known for an avant-garde spirit in his pieces, often creating designs far from current trends. His signature oversized silhouettes often feature drapery in a variety of textures. Yohji Yamamoto’s collections are predominantly made in black, a color Mr. Yamamoto described as “modest and arrogant at the same time. Black is lazy and easy – but mysterious. But above all, the black color says: “I don’t bother you – don’t bother me”.

Unfortunately, bad decisions by management’s finance departments led the brand to more than US$65 million in debt in 2009, which angered Mr. Yamamoto and led to a restructuring of the company in 2009-2010. Private equity firm Integral Corp was identified as the Japanese company that restructured the Yohji Yamamoto brand and at the end of November 2010 the company was debt free.

Since his debut in Paris in 1981, Yohji Yamamoto has continued to spread his cutting-edge influence through fashion. Now he has made the most important step into the wider creative field with the introduction of a new conceptual chapter called WILDSIDE Yohji Yamamoto.

What is interesting to mention is that in 2008, the Yohji Yamamoto Peace Fund was established to encourage the development of the Chinese fashion industry and to help heal the long-standing hostility between China and Japan. Each year, a rising young Chinese designer will be awarded a two-year scholarship to a fashion college in Japan or Europe, and a male or female Chinese model will be selected to debut on the runway during the pret-a-porter season in Paris. .

Mr. Yamamoto once said on the occasion of the establishment of the Fund for Peace: “I believe that there are a certain number of angry young people.” Since there are always a large number of fashion designers and artists, they must be angry.” After which he staged a special fashion show in Beijing in the spring of 2008 to launch this initiative. Mr. Yamamoto believes that everyone should be happy and that the task of real art is to make people happy, but also to ask some specific questions about society that will try to solve some key problems.

Yamamoto’s design is reminiscent of Japanese drawing techniques. His technique consists of wide cuts, often oversized, exotic and luxurious materials and complex handicrafts. The designer strives to make his pieces from the back, not the front. Mr. Yamamoto personally prefers dark colors.

In today’s fashion story, I have the honor and pleasure to present to you an unusual piece from the Yohji Yamamoto FW24 collection, which are trousers with an unusual oversized cut in a beautiful beige color. They may not look warm at first glance, but trust me you’ll be surprised because these pants are made of a combination of wool and cashmere.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what new things Yohji Yamamoto fashion house has prepared us this season, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Jacket: SANNINO Napoli

Turtleneck: Loro Piana

Trousers: Yohji Yamamoto

Gloves: Restelli Guanti

Sneakers: Fratelli Rossetti

Today we will continue the story of an unusual Italian fashion brand that we had the opportunity to meet this season on the Mr.M blog – Sannino Napoli. We discovered this well-hidden fashion gem this fashion season and learned very interesting information about this brand that definitely sets it apart from other fashion houses on the market. The first and basic postulate of this brand is the excellent selection of quality materials and their processing, which gives customers a special feeling of comfort, elegance and comfort.

The Sannino Napoli creative team creates a collection of outerwear that reflect the attitudes and priorities of the changing modern world. In a unique way, this brand combines the lifestyle of a modern man with Italian tailoring, dynamism with the essential. This family brand has been the backbone of contemporary wardrobe for almost 40 years. This unusual brand that comes to us from the Italian cradle where the love of tailoring was born, this brand strives to prove that true Italian craftsmanship with true, timeless and unique style comes from the fashion heart of Italy – Naples.

Finding reliable professionals with long working experience who look to the future is something that cannot be put on the back burner. If we add to that professionalism, a huge and deep love and passion for our work, you have finally found a unique brand on the market that we can happily and safely rely on.

Drawing inspiration from the vibrant energy of autumn and the relaxed elegance of winter, Sannino Napoli‘s FW 2024/25 collection of coats and jackets showcases a range of styles that effortlessly blend fashion with functionality. From sleek and tailored leather jackets and coats to versatile and sophisticated pieces, each garment is designed to provide maximum comfort while exuding extreme elegance and refinement.

All Sannino Napoli jackets use water-repellent suede and leather. Sannino Napoli uses many techniques to make their jackets as durable as possible. The base materials are some of the best fabrics and precious leathers on the market. The Sannino Napoli team uses certified fabrics such as Loro Piana “Rain System”, “Storm System”, “Capolavoro” or “Pecora Nera”. Exceptional materials such as linen, silk, wool and cashmere blends as well as Extreme Wool and Pecora Nera offer comfort and weather protection. As always, Sannino Napoli jackets are embellished with suede to give a unique and elegant touch to any outfit.

In today’s fashion story, I present to you a Sannino Napoli jacket made of the highest quality waterproof Loro Piana Rain System material with suede leather details in a beautiful shade of beige. This jacket model is adorned with 4 pockets, two pockets in the group area with zipper and two pockets with suede leather details. The jacket closes with a zipper with an additional closure for metal accessories.

Sannino Napoli offers clothing tailored to your specific needs and preferences. Their MTO (Make to Order) service is designed to give you a personalized experience. When you order a Sannino Napoli garment, one of their experts will get in touch with you to discuss your requirements, including a special Sannino Napoli monogramming service – using initials as a way to personalize your purchase.

In the following fashion stories, I will show you some more models of Sannino Napoli outerwear pieces from their latest winter collection and I believe you will find the ideal piece for yourself or a loved one. If you want to know more about the Sannino Napoli brand, visit their official website and follow them on the social network Instagram.

There is no person in the world who cannot hide the joy when you feel the smell of the new Italian leather. Today, we are once again hanging out with the Italian family workshop for handmade Restelli gloves, a place where the art, tradition and beauty of handicrafts meet every day, which is the true definition of the Italian style and way of life in general.

Making gloves is not only a job but also a real art. Passion, emotions, tradition and knowledge have been passed on to the third generation after 100 years! Raffaella Restelli has fully accepted the challenges of the new fashion era in which the market and the way of selling have changed with deep respect and belief in tradition and a love for lasting masterpieces!

In today’s post, you had the opportunity to see Restelli gloves made of special peccary leather. These luxury leather gloves are made of the highest quality leather. The lining of these gloves is made of cashmere.

Restelli gloves are not valued with money, but with tradition and history full of love and patience that are priceless.

We end today’s fashion adventure with old well-known friends of the Mr.M blog – Fratelli Rossetti. This Italian footwear brand that I’m sure everyone recognises for their comfortable shoes that are made from the highest quality materials Fratelli Rossetti footwear is fantastic for the reason that this brand makes classic shoes that are elegant and simply unbeatable, shoes for all time! You had the chance to see their most famous model, the Brera, in my Jordan fashion stories as well as in many other fashion stories on the Mr.M blog over the past years.

What is the story of this brand? In the middle of the 20th century, more precisely in 1945, Mr. Renzo Rossetti started his story from scratch, where he worked alone to cut leather for several types of sports shoes. His shoes were sold at the famous Brigatti store in Milan, one of the few remaining stores of its kind in the city. After a few years, Fratelli Rossetti saw success, but, wanting to develop further, they transferred the brands and equipment for this special production to Atala Sport in Padua.

So they decided to start their story again from the beginning and decided to switch to the production of classic shoes. Those were the years between 1952 and 1957, which witnessed the orientation and acquisition of new skills in the creation of women’s ballet flats and elegant, simple men’s footwear characterized by extremely flexible and high-quality workmanship. All this led to the creation of a small collection of men’s shoes with contours that differed from the various styles sold at the time. Renzo Rossetti consequently engaged in work that demonstrated his aesthetic sense and artistic perfectionism.

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.

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, La Giusta.

In previous stories you had the opportunity to enjoy the Brera models, but this season I decided to show you the other side of the Fratelli Rossetti brand – the new face of sporty elegance.

In today’s fashion story, I want to present to you the dynamic and metropolitan look of Fratelli Rossetti sneakers from the latest Fall-Winter 2024 collection, which are made of soft leather combined with suede. Of course, there is also an insole that can be removed and ventilated. The cupsole features the brand’s logo on the side and is made of flexible, lightweight rubber with a custom tread that lets you feel like you’re walking on clouds.

This model of sneakers exists in several variations, mine are beige – drab (on the website, the color is described as dove gray, but the color is more beige – drab in live), while two shades of brown are offered: marrone scuro and dark brown. Of course, there are also sneakers in the indispensable classic black color. In addition to this sneaker model, the Fratelli Rossetti brand offers several other sneaker models, so I am convinced that if you are looking for quality and well-designed sneakers, you can find them in the Fratelli Rossetti collection this season.

If you want to stay freshly 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 another fashion story in this year 2025, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of fashion with the iconic Japanese fashion house Yohji Yamamoto, the beauty of urban cut with the Italian brand SANNINO Napoli, the refined Italian brand Loro Piana, as well as the unique quality of Italian craftsmanship with the cult leather goods brand Restelli, the glow of sporty timeless elegance and prestige with the famous Italian footwear and leather goods Fratelli Rossetti, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures 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 a question, comment, suggestion or message for me, you can write me down in the comments. Of course, as always you can contact me via mail or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. See you soon, stay tuned!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Yohji Yamamoto, Loro Piana, SANNINO Napoli, Restelli and Fratelli Rossetti brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

Berluti: French Synonym for Refined Style, Elegance and Incomparable Craftsmanship

Fashion Outfit Post 6 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to another fashion story on the Mr.M blog in the new year 2025! I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. At the very beginning of this post, I would like to take the opportunity to congratulate you on the New Year and Christmas holidays. I wish you all the best in 2025, primarily good health and perhaps most of all what we need in life – a little luck and may all your wishes come true, the small ones as well as the bigger ones! Today I’m going to introduce you to a new friend of the Mr.M blog, an unusual luxury French brand that I’m sure you’ve had a chance to hear about by now if you love the world of fashion – Berluti.

Berluti is a well-known French fashion house founded in 1895 by the Italian maestro Alessandro Berluti, which produces men’s shoes, leather goods, and men’s clothing. Today, Berluti is owned by the LVMH group.

How was the Berluti fashion empire created? Mr. Alessandro Berluti was born in 1865 in Senigalia, a village on the Adriatic Sea. There he learned the trade of a carpenter from a local craftsman. He also acquired knowledge in the field of leather. Alessandro Berluti left Italy at the age of 19 and went to France. He first spent several years on the road with a troupe of actors for whom he made stage shoes. He settled in Paris in 1895, as a shoemaker. The Universal Exhibition of 1900 in Paris was a turning point in his career and a special opportunity for Mr. Berluti to expand his clientele and conquer some new markets. He created models for several prominent personalities of the time, some of them were: Isadora Duncan, Helena Rubinstein and Elizabeth Arden.

After the First World War, the Berluti Oxford shoe model was offered to all lovers of luxury footwear. This model was made from one piece of leather, and the seams were invisible thanks to the three-eye method. These shoes were polished, which gave them a shimmering color, like a mirror. The Duke of Windsor was one of the loyal customers of Berluti shoes. This fashion story was continued by his son Torello, who succeeded him in 1928. He opened the first boutique workshop at Rue du Mont-Thabor 2 under the name “Berluti, luxury shoemakers”. As the boutique eventually became too small, it was moved to 26 rue Marbeuf during World War II. The Berluti brand created the uniforms for the French Olympic and Paralympic team for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympics.

In 1959, Talbinio Berluti launched “luxury ready-to-wear shoes”, offering lower prices. With this, he expanded Berluti’s clientele. He was joined by Olga Berluti, née Squeri, who would learn the shoemaking trade with him after completing her apprenticeship in the workshop. During the 1960s, Berluti sold abroad and counted Warhol, François Truffaut and Yves Saint Laurent among his clients.

A little later, in 1970, Olga succeeded Talbini at the head of Berluti and was Berluti’s artistic director from 1961 to 2011. She supported the modernization of the house and its growth. The turning point in the work of this brand was in 1993, when the Berluti brand was bought by the LVMH-Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton group. In the early 2000s, against the background of a simmering conflict between the Gucci group and LVMH, the Italian brand Gucci copied two of Berluti’s flagship models, each creation of which was registered: the sanctions for the “act of counterfeiting” were severe, and Berluti refused to make a compromise.

Olga will continue to take over the artistic direction of Berluti until September 2011. Berluti’s international development is progressing: the brand has more than thirty boutiques in major world capitals. Received the title of Chevalier de la Legion d’honneur from Bernard Arnault, by decree of December 31, 2012.

Starting from July 2011, Mr. Alessandro Sartori, who developed his skills at Ermenegildo Zegna, takes over the position of artistic director of Berluti. Diversification in clothing production began in January 2012. Alessandro Sartori presents the first collection of 400 pieces. In the meantime, the executive director was changed and Mr. Antoine Arnault was appointed in 2012. LVMH’s purchase of Parisian tailor Arnys in mid-2012 allows for a line of bespoke suits called “Berluti by Arnys”, an acquisition that was followed a few months later by that of Anthony Delos.

In September 2016, Haider Ackermann was appointed artistic director until April 2018, when he was replaced by Chris Van Asche.

The company’s communication is based on leather (specifically Venezia leather) and its fit. Bespoke or ready-made, Berluti shoes are presented “raw” and then coated with a specific patina similar to Japanese lacquer. This patina consists of essential oils, shoe polish and water. Berluti’s advertisement says that each custom shoe requires 250 operations performed in their workshop and nine months of creation.

From the 1960s onwards, Olga Berluti proposed leather as an extension of the line. In the 1990s, she decorated her creations with scarification, piercings and various forms of tattoos.

The fame of the Berluti brand is built around Olga Berluti and her high-profile clients: Andy Warhol, the Duke of Windsor, Jean Cocteau, Jules Brinner, Marcel Achard and Claude Francois are among the famous clients. The Berluti brand is also present in the cinema. Olga was nominated for Caesars several times. She won Best Costume for Arthur Joffe’s Harem in 1986. A few years later, in 1995, she won the David di Donatello Award for the film Farinelli. A pair of Berluti boots from the 1990s was cited in the Dumas affair, a scandal involving former minister Roland Dumas.

The Berluti brand is also known for its marketing event, the “Swann” club, named after Marcel Proust’s dandy. Once a year, it offers its loyal customers group “skating”. Its members met for the first time in 1992 at the Hotel de Crillon.

In today’s post, you have the opportunity to see an interesting piece from the latest autumn-winter Berluti collection for 2024/25, which is a cashmere jacket in a beautiful honey color. The cashmere camel jacket is a classic cut with brown leather details and is a must-have for every style-conscious man. The jacket is made of the finest cashmere and is filled with down. What I can say after trying on several outfits, this jacket definitely gives every outfit a special elegant and understated touch, which will definitely make you stand out wherever you go.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products the fashion house Berluti has prepared for us this season, follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Puffer Cashmere Jacket: Berluti

Sweater: BoB

Jeans: Brunello Cucinelli

Gloves: Restelli Guanti

Shoes: Christian Louboutin via MYTHERESA MEN

We continue today’s fashion story in Italy with another new friend of the Mr.M blog, a visionary fashion brand that proves that age doesn’t matter! BoB Company is a menswear brand born in Prato, the heart of Tuscany.

The BoB brand was created by designers who did not want to be satisfied with men’s fashion dictates, but wanted their customers to explore real masculine elegance worthy of dreams. The philosophy of the BoB Company brand is quite direct and simple: clothes for men who like to stand out, to be different, original and maybe sometimes a little unpredictable, but who did not want to hide under a mask. Imagine how boring a white polo shirt is when you can add an original and discreet touch to it: embroidered flowers, colorful stitching or a touch of color. This is a brand that changed the rules of the game in the fashion world!

Men who have chosen BoB creations are ready to adopt a new state of mind whose thinking is a little outside the mold or box, a little artistic, possessing a new idea of ​​independence and freedom. Polo shirts with unusual bright motifs, jackets with hand-embroidered details or sweaters in bold colors are produced with joy and happiness by the BoB team in the heart of Tuscany in the cradle of fashion – Italy.

In today’s post, you have the opportunity to see a sweater from the latest Autumn – Winter BoB collection, which, in addition to the interesting work of the braids, has another addition, a material similar to the lining of the jacket that allows you to feel extra warm, so you can also wear some lighter jackets due to the exceptional thermal insulation in the form support on the back. Apart from being an unusual fashion piece, it is also extremely practical. The color is beautiful and easy to blend, so it can be worn with all current winter colors.

If you want to stay up to date and find out what new products Bob Company has to offer us this season, follow them on Facebook and Instagram.

Everyone who follows the Mr.M blog knows that I am a big fan of quality and interesting shoes, regardless of whether they are sneakers or elegant shoes, I always try to pay maximum attention to fashion details such as footwear. Today we’re meeting again with a famous French house whose creations I adore and you’ve seen before on the Mr.M blog.

I got these Christian Louboutin shoes from my dear friends Mytheresa Man, a shopping platform. The Louis Flat High-Top model in question is made of real python leather in the shade of chocolate brown.

If you want to find interesting fashion pieces and a special collection of shoes, you can find them on the Mytheresa online shopping platform where all fashion lovers can find something for themselves!

There is no person in the world who cannot hide the joy when you feel the smell of the new Italian leather. Today, we are once again hanging out with the Italian family workshop for handmade Restelli gloves, a place where the art, tradition and beauty of handicrafts meet every day, which is the true definition of the Italian style and way of life in general.

Making gloves is not only a job but also a real art. Passion, emotions, tradition and knowledge have been passed on to the third generation after 100 years! Raffaella Restelli has fully accepted the challenges of the new fashion era in which the market and the way of selling have changed with deep respect and belief in tradition and a love for lasting masterpieces!

In today’s post, you had the opportunity to see Restelli gloves made of special peccary leather. These luxury leather gloves are made of the highest quality leather. The lining of these gloves is made of cashmere.

Restelli gloves are not valued with money, but with tradition and history full of love and patience that are priceless.

My dear fashion lovers, we have come to the end of another fashion story in this year 2025, where together we discovered the beauty and splendor of fashion with the iconic French fashion house Berluti, the beauty of urban cut with the Italian brand Brunello Cucinelli, the visionary Italian knitwear brand BoB, as and the unique quality of Italian craftsmanship with the iconic leather goods brand Restelli, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures 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 a question, comment, suggestion or message for me, you can write me down in the comments. Of course, as always you can contact me via mail or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. See you soon, stay tuned!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by Berluti, BoB Company, Brunello Cucinelli, Restelli and Christian Louboutin (MYTHERESA Men) brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST

ZEGNA: Balancing Traditional Luxury Tailoring and Fashion Innovations

Fashion Outfit Post 3 Comments

My dear fashionistas, welcome to the first fashion story on the Mr.M blog in 2025! I hope you are well and ready for a new dose of fashion. At the very beginning of this post, I would like to take the opportunity to congratulate you on the New Year and Christmas holidays. I wish you all the best in 2025, primarily good health and perhaps most of all what we need in life – a little luck and may all your wishes come true, the small ones as well as the bigger ones! Today we will continue the story of an unusual Italian fashion brand that we had the opportunity to meet in previous seasons on the Mr.M blog – ZEGNA (Ermenegildo Zegna).

Ermenegildo Zegna, also known as Zegna or Ermenegildo Zegna Group is an Italian luxury fashion house. It was founded in 1910 in Triver, Biella, in the Piedmont region of northern Italy. This luxury Italian brand was almost launched under the full brand name of Ermenegildo Zegna, but in 2021 a rebranding was done and the brand name was shortened and today the name ZEGNA is officially used.

How did this exceptional Italian brand come about? Before founding the company, founder Ermenegildo Zegna’s father, Mr. Angelo, a former watchmaker, owned a woolen mill and looms in the Piedmont Alps, Italy. Ermenegildo, together with his brothers Edoardo and Mario, founded the company in 1910 in Triver in the Biellese Alps when he was only 18 years old, using his father’s looms and family property. A few years later, in 1915 to be precise, the company was renamed Fratelli Zegna di Angelo.

Zegna’s vision was to create high-quality fabrics, so he began to source wool directly from several countries around the world, such as Mongolia, Australia, South Africa, in addition to buying modern machines from England that enabled quality fabric production. During the interwar period, Zegna’s business began to flourish. In the late 1920s, the Lanificio (wool mill) employed more than 700 workers, which number grew to more than 1,000 in the late 1930s.

Not long after, in 1938, the company began exporting fabrics to the USA, through its subsidiary Zegna Woollens Corporation established in New York. Soon, in 1942, Ermenegildo’s sons Aldo and Angelo joined the family business of the company, which was renamed Ermenegildo Zegna and Sons. In the mid-1950s, the company employed over 1,400 workers.

Ermenegildo Zegna’s sons, Aldo and Angelo, took over the company in the mid-1960s. Under their leadership, the brand expanded its business into ready-to-wear and established new factories and distribution networks abroad. In 1968, the first factory for the production of sleeves and trousers was opened in Novara, followed by Spain, Greece and Switzerland. Sales and marketing departments have also been established in France, Germany, Great Britain and the USA. In the 1970s, Zegna launched its tailor-made service called Su Misura. 

Zegna’s attention to wool quality continued in the 1960s and 1970s, as the company established the Wool Awards in Australia (1963) and the Mohair Trophy in South Africa (1970). The international development strategy led by the Zegna brothers led to the opening of the first owned boutique in Paris in 1980 and then in Milan in 1985. In the 1990s, more precisely in 1991, Zegna became the first luxury brand to open a boutique in China.

In the 1990s, the third generation of the Zegna family entered the business. Angelo’s son and namesake of the company’s founder, Ermenegildo “Gildo” Zegna, became CEO of Zegna Group in 1997, while his cousin Paolo was appointed president of Zegna Group. Under their leadership, the company embarked on a strategy of brand expansion and full verticalization. The first major recorded success was in 1991, when Zegna was the first luxury brand to enter the Chinese market, with a flagship store in Beijing and one of the first to enter the Indian market.

The ZEGNA brand has always been a favorite in the celebrity world. Numerous actors and models have advertised Zegna’s lines over the years. Celebrities featured in Zegna’s advertising campaigns are Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody, American model Ryan Burns, Irish actor Jamie Dornan, English actor Sam Reilly. In 2017, Ermenegildo Zegna launched a four-chapter campaign called Defining Moments. Robert De Niro, McCaul Lombardi, Benjamin Millepied, Park Chan-wook, Yoo Ji-tae, Wang Deshun, Sunny Wang, Javier Bardem, Dev Patel participated in the campaign. Two years later, in 2019, Zegna launched a new campaign, “What does it mean to be a man today?”, featuring Mahershala Ali and Nicholas Tse, focused on the definition of modern masculinity.

In today’s post, you have the opportunity to see several interesting pieces from the latest FW 24/25 Zegna collection, namely a cashmere jacket, a cashmere turtleneck and trousers. The cashmere navy jacket is an oversized cut with black leather details. The jacket is made of the finest cashmere and is filled with down. The beige turtleneck is a timeless classic that every man needs and it is a piece of clothing that each of us, regardless of gender, should have in our wardrobe. Dark coloured trousers have a classic narrow cut that simply give any outfit an elegant and understated touch.

If you want to stay updated and find out what new products the fashion house ZEGNA has prepared for us, follow them on the social networks Facebook and Instagram.

OUTFIT

Puffer Jacket: ZEGNA

Turtleneck: ZEGNA

Sweater: YOON

Trousers: ZEGNA

Shoes: Roberto Botticelli

Today, we will continue our story about YOON brand, latest creation in the prestigious history of the Mancini family, a long tradition of over 50 years of textile production. Building its reputation on a solid know-how concept under the label “Made in Italy”, the Mancini family uses the exclusive experience of Italian craftsmanship and high-quality fabrics, to provide elegant fashion creations and exclusive style that characterises the Italian design talent woven into YOON, the brand which combines tradition and prestige.

YOON is the flagship brand of the Mancini family and is characterised by artisanal elegance that has won the hearts of customers around the world thanks to the use of fine yarns, ecological and innovative fibers. Acquired several years ago to enhance the company’s presence in the casual chic market, YOON has so far provided the company with high visibility at the international trade fairs Pitti Uomo in Florence and The Supreme in Monaco.

Due to unerring sense of fashion and innovative creativity, YOON clothing becomes a means of living in the third millennium. For those who pay attention to MADE IN ITALY quality, who deliberately choose not to go unnoticed, giving preference to elegant and dynamic styles at the same time. Intelligent weaving between fashion style and vintage shades, between technology and nature, somewhere between “city style” and “British style”.

YOON presents dry and clean lines in its collections, as required by an increasingly dynamic everyday life. The past and the future combine to give a new prism to the general picture of life, synthesizing maximum style and maximum comfort in one clothing combination. The materials used are extremely pleasant to wear, light and at the same time warm and protective, from new tactile sensations.

Another feature of YOON clothing is the extraordinary ductility of the collection, which is provided by practical models with precise and never superfluous details. Noble fabrics merge into new, intangible and elastic fibers. In today’s post you have the opportunity to see a beautiful navy sweater and lavender coloured details with zipper from the latest YOON collection. This sweater is unusual because of the addition of lilac yarn that looks like pendants and unusual work on the sleeves.

In short YOON is a brand that indicates the style and personality of modern times. In the following fashion stories, I will show you some more models of YOON knitwear from their latest winter collection, and I believe you will find the ideal piece for yourself or a loved one. If you want to know more about the YOON brand, visit their official website and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.

My dear fashion lovers, we have come to the end of the first fashion story in this year 2025, where together we discovered the beauty and brilliance of fashion with the iconic Italian fashion house ZEGNA, the beauty of the urban cut of knitwear with the Italian brand YOON, the prestigious Italian footwear brand Roberto Botticelli, partners with whom fashion stories are a real adventure. I sincerely hope you got some inspiration for your ideal winter outfit!

See you soon and continue our fashion adventures 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 a question, comment, suggestion or message for me, you can write me down in the comments. Of course, as always you can contact me via mail or social media channels, which you can find on the CONTACT page. See you soon, stay tuned!

With Love,
Mr.M

This post is sponsored by ZEGNA, Roberto Botticelli and YOON brands. This post is my personal and honest review of their products.

SHARE THIS POST