There is one brand that is immediately recognized as the last word in luxury Swiss watchmaking - Patek Philippe.For over 180 years, the watchmaker has been creating some of the most sought-after, finely crafted and innovative models in the luxury watch market. From its origins in Geneva as an artisan business to its position today as a brand of global renown, Little Book of Patek Philippe tells the story of these masterpieces of design.One hundred ...

Exquisite, timeless and enduring, Rolex is one of the most recognizable and sought-after luxury watch brands in the world.Established in 1905, the British-founded Swiss designer and manufacturer, Rolex, revolutionized the watchmaking industry with ground-breaking and innovative designs that continue to dominate worldwide.From the Oyster and Explorer to the Daytona and Submariner, Little Book of Rolex tells the complete story of the brand. Packed wi...

Behind nearly every item in the modern wardrobe is a first of its kind - the definitive item, often designed by a single company or brand for specialist use, on which all subsequent versions have been based (and originals of which are now collector items in the booming vintage market). The T-shirt, for example, may now be an innocuous, everyday item, but was created by American company Hanes for US Navy personnel at the turn of the 20th century and was subsequently adopted by sportsmen and...

There is no age limit on great style.Gentlemen of Style is your front-row seat to the effortlessly cool, endlessly inspiring world of men over 40 who prove that looking sharp only gets better with time.Exploring the iconic style of 60 modern gentlemen, including Samuel L. Jackson, Johnny Cash, Paul Weller, Jeff Goldblum, and many more, discover how clothes tell the story of lives well lived - whether perfectly tailored suits, laid-back casuals, or ...

Discover the legendary story of Nike, where innovation and a signature swoosh took the world by storm.In this illustrated guide, style writer Josh Sims explores the rise of the world's biggest sportswear company from its humble beginnings in Oregon to global fashion monolith. Featuring all of Nike's most iconic designs, highlighting their industry-defining innovations and pop-culture influence, A Pocket Guide to Nike is an essential read for all s...

Descubra la legendaria historia de Adidas, la marca de las tres bandas inconfundibles que han conquistado el mundo.En esta guía ilustrada, Josh Sims se adentra en la apasionante historia de una de las marcas más icónicas en la actualidad, desde sus orígenes en un pequeño pueblo de Alemania hasta convertirse en símbolo de calidad, rendimiento e innovación.A través de los diseños más icónicos de la marca, las innovaciones que transformaron el sector y su influencia ...

In this illustrated guide, bestselling style writer Josh Sims explores the Vans phenomenon from the brand's overnight success thanks to Sean Penn in Fast Times at Ridgemont High to its status as a style staple worn by the diverse likes of Justin Bieber and Iron Maiden.The shoes are beloved for their superior grip and endlessly customizable designs. And like skateboarding - an outsider sport gone global - it has ridden many ups and downs to become a cultural icon.

Discover the legendary story of Adidas, where three signature stripes took the globe by storm.In this compact guide, style writer Josh Sims delves into the incredible journey of one of the most iconic brands in the world today. From a small town in Germany to a symbol of quality, performance and cutting-edge design, Adidas' rise is nothing short of extraordinary. Featuring all their most iconic innovations, highlighting their revolutionary technology and cultural i...

Descubra la legendaria historia de Nike, que con su extraordinario diseño y el inconfundible Swoosh ha conquistado el mundo y se ha convertido en una especie de culto.En esta guía ilustrada, Josh Sims analiza el ascenso de la compañía de equipamiento deportivo más grande del mundo, desde sus inicios humildes en Oregón hasta convertirse en un imperio global de la industria de la moda.A través de los diseños más icónicos de la marca, las innovaciones que transformar...

Sono le piccole cose a fare la differenza. Sono proprio i dettagli, infatti, o quel che l’industria della moda preferisce definire “accessori”, a rivelare una personalità. Un abito resta un capo qualunque finché non gli si dà risalto con la giusta cravatta o con un fazzoletto elegantemente riposto nel taschino. I vestiti rappresentano la tela, ma sono i dettagli (spesso i più piccoli ed essenziali) a completarla, dando vita all’opera d’arte. In certi mondi lavorativi in cui viene imposto u...

From its origins the Italian battlefields of the Second World War, to movie roles as Audrey Hepburn's transport in Roman Holiday and Sting's stylish companion in Quadrophenia and on through the current vintage revival, the classic Italian motor scooter is an enduring design classic from the 20th century.Scootermania celebrates the superbly simple vehicles that are so symbolic of freedom, style and the modern world. Originating in the 1940s in Milan and Pontedera, Tuscany, the scoot...

Voortreffelijk, tijdloos en duurzaam: Rolex is een van de meest herkenbare en meest begeerde luxe horlogemerken ter wereld. Hoewel het oorspronkelijk in Groot-Brittannië werd opgericht, bracht het Zwitserse merk een revolutie teweeg in de horloge-industrie met baanbrekende innovaties die tot op de dag van vandaag toonaangevend zijn.Het verhaal van Rolex vertelt de ontwikkeling van het merk, de technische vernieuwingen die het ontwikkelde en de manier waarop Rolex uitgroeide tot een...