In which G.M. Norton follows Jack Hawkins on a classic crime caper. I do love my British films from the 1950s and 60s. One of my particular favourites is The League of Gentlemen (not to be confused with the comedy show of the same name). Released in 1960, it has a strong cast made up of […]
I am pleased to report that there is a new lifestyle magazine to feast your eyes on for both men and women, featuring everything old fashioned or retro styled. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you In Retrospect. What’s more dear reader; I am one of the writers! Available online at the moment, with burgeoning dreams […]
In which G.M. Norton is enchanted by a knitted tie. As we edge towards winter, some lucky blighters out there receive parcels from loved ones containing knitted jumpers or perhaps hat, scarf and gloves sets. Alas, I’ve never had a person in my family that knits me anything. Well, that’s not strictly true. My aunt […]
I may not come across as a difficult sort, but underneath the tweed exterior, I can be quite a handful (oo-er). I suppose the simple truth is, I’m not a rule follower. I’d go as far as stating that I’m an out-and-out rule breaker. Rules are everywhere you go. What’s more, most of them are […]
In which G.M. Norton ponders one of the great mysteries of our age – the sad decline of hats. The beginning of Spring is a tantalising time of the year, full of starts and stops and bitter retreats as it engages in a deadly duel with its arch enemy Winter. As we all know, eventually […]
Beards have been enjoying a renaissance over the last few years. It’s been refreshing to witness and be part of, as there did seem to be a certain stigma attached to the chin badger wearing gentleman. Dirty and unkept being two words often associated with the humble beard. Beards have been worn by men since […]
I had some marvellous news this week, dear reader. This very periodical was short-listed in the UK Blog Awards 2014, under the ‘Most Innovative’ category. Thanks awfully if you voted! Now the public vote is over, the responsibility now sits with an expert panel of judges. Rumours are speculating about their choice of ensemble. I suspect they will […]
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 […]
With spring on the horizon, it will soon be time to retire my winter wardrobe that has served me so well. During the autumn and winter months, a chap of my ilk naturally reaches for the knitwear. In my case, my growing collection of Fair Isle slipovers. Not only do they offer an extra layer […]
In which G.M. Norton samples some new shirts from Savile Row Company. I love getting new shirts. There’s just something very pleasurable about removing a pristinely-folded shirt from it’s plastic wrapping and knowing that nobody has ever worn it before. It’s yours and only yours. I must be honest and admit that the majority of […]
I know what you’re thinking, dear reader. Norty is getting quite obsessed with James Bond. And I agree with you. But did you know that James Bond shares a few interesting links to my favourite band of all time, The Beatles? You are probably aware of a few obvious ones but please allow me to […]
It will come as no surprise given my traditional tendencies that my preferred method for tackling the morning facial fuzz is a safety razor. It’s now a year since I ditched the dreaded Gillette Mach 3 ‘cartridge’ razor – one of the many wildly expensive plastic pieces of rubbish that multi-national grooming companies sell to […]
Since becoming part of the baldie brethren, up until the last month, I was shaving my head with a razor. Looking around at all the shaved headed men, I thought this task would be quite a simple one. But that’s not really been the case at all. Trying to shave across the contours of my […]
With the big day on the way, the only thing I want for Christmas is for good manners to make a triumphant return. As I’m sat writing this, a waitress has brought over a plate of piping hot food. I stop what I’m doing and take the time to thank her and smile warmly. I […]
