I’m not feeling my usual self, chumrades. For a few weeks now, I’ve been hiding away from the world and getting lost in my own thoughts. I get like this from time to time. There has been radio silence on the Twittering Device and very little activity on Instagram. Yet I can’t completely hide. I […]
In which G.M. Norton examines the history of a classic men’s hairstyle. Fear not, dear reader – this post will not be a pictorial insight into some of my more embarrassing hairstyles. Although it might be of note to reveal previous incarnations include an ill-advised purple dye monstrosity, a blonde stripe running down the […]
In which G.M. Norton picks out fabulous Christmas gifts for vintage guys and gals. With Christmas soon upon us, it provides us with the guilt-free opportunity to partake in heavy eating and even heavier drinking, all under the guise of ‘getting into the festive spirit.’ Wonderful stuff. Aside from the continuation of one’s bacchanalian […]
A couple of weeks ago, I made the decision to leave my position as Editor-at-Large at In Retrospect magazine. I’ve mentioned the magazine on this periodical before. In fact, I’ve dedicated entries centred completely on the printed publication. Before being asked to join the editorial team, I was a contributor from the very beginning going […]
Today marks a happy but poignant day for your favourite protagonist – the birth of my youngest daughter. There are three candles planted in her birthday cake this year. To look at her now, you would never guess that the day of her arrival into the world was the most harrowing experience of my life. […]
In which G.M. Norton picks out fabulous Christmas gifts for vintage guys and gals. With Christmas soon upon us, it provides us with the guilt-free opportunity to partake in heavy eating and even heavier drinking, all under the guise of ‘getting into the festive spirit.’ Wonderful stuff. Aside from the continuation of one’s bacchanalian […]
I’ll let you into a little secret. Loafing is my favourite pastime. Like many people, I find it terribly difficult getting out of bed each day. I used to set an alarm, but I came to the conclusion that it was the invention of an evil dictator. Now I do my best to gently wake […]
I’m terribly excited to have had my third gentleman’s guide published in the splendid Pretty Nostalgic magazine. It was January last year when the opportunity first arose to work with the lovely team that create the proudly independent publication. ‘The sacred act of shaving’ was my debut writing appearance in their March/April edition… …before […]
In which G.M. Norton explores the romantic rules of two hundred years ago with a little help from a literary great. I currently have my pomade-covered head submerged in a Jane Austen novel. Pride and Prejudice to be precise. It was first published in January 1813, making it an incredible two hundred years old. I […]
I must confess, I love a good charity shop. Last Christmas, I managed to cobble together a party outfit for the princely sum of £38 and it’s fair to say that I am continuing to unearth even more bargains (to the detriment of my wardrobes). This year, I have made a vow of sorts to […]
That chance encounter can happen anywhere – on public transport, standing in a queue, walking around an art gallery, at work, in a bar. The moment you meet an exquisite creature that stirs up a strong desire to overwhelm her with the ‘bold move’, all too often the incident runs as follows. The fair maiden […]
In order to look one’s best; one must have a well-stocked bathroom cabinet. Colognes, a manly safety razor, pomade and horn comb all take pride of place, along with other items such as tweezers and skincare products. Yes, that’s right – men need to look after their skin too. As I don’t have my own […]
Since I first foisted Norton of Morton upon your eager eyes, I’ve made no secret of my admiration for Sir Alfred Hitchcock films. One of my absolute favourites is the 1935 cinema classic, The 39 Steps. Hitchcock really was the master of film-making, a man who crafted stories that blended technical inventiveness with aesthetic attractiveness. […]
Since I first foisted Norton of Morton upon your eager eyes, I’ve made no secret of my admiration for Sir Alfred Hitchcock films. One of my absolute favourites is the 1935 cinema classic, The 39 Steps. Hitchcock really was the master of film-making, a man who crafted stories that blended technical inventiveness with aesthetic attractiveness. […]