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TOD'S AND THE MOST EXCLUSIVE GOMMINO EVER MADE

J.P. Tod’s most luxurious and iconic Gommino driving shoe ever made is now available exclusively at The Rake.

5 GROOMING BRANDS YOU NEED TO KNOW

The male grooming industry surpassed the $20 billion mark last year which means that men are now investing in self-care more than ever. If you’re not, it’s time to get onboard. Here are five brands to help you do so.

THE RAKE’S GUIDE TO VALENTINE’S DAY GIFTING

For a smooth-running Valentine’s Day, treat the extra-special man in your life to these extra-special gifts…

TAKING THE PISTE: THE BEST ALPINE ESCAPES

With ski season in full force, we present you with some of the best snowy weather retreats, guaranteed to take luxury to the next level.

IF YOU COULD ONLY BUY ONE BRAND OF TROUSERS...

It’s always a promising sign when a brand strictly focuses on one product, which is the case when examining PT Pantaloni Torino, a family-owned trouser-specialist that with its razor-sharp pleats will add another edge to your wardrobe.

THIS WEEK WE'RE CHANNELLING: PIERROT LE FOU

It’s cold outside. All the better to revisit Belmondo’s pop-art inspired outfits from Godard’s Riviera classic – teaching us how to inject some much-needed melanin into our wardrobe.

CHECK PLEASE! HOW TO MASTER PLAID

The best-dressed at Pitti this year perfectly demonstrated the versatility of checks. Here’s how to take a leaf out of their collective pattern book…

ALPS & METERS AT THE SNOW POLO WORLD CUP

The Rake took to the frozen lake of St Moritz with alpine brand Alps & Meters for the annual spectacle that is the World Snow Polo Cup.

THE RAKISH OLD GUARD OF PITTI UOMO

Being of a certain age has its benefits. Not only can you get away with more, but over those decades of learning the tenets of men’s style, you become a master.

THE WORKWEAR EDIT

Make your workwear work harder. 

THE FRENCH EDIT

Paris is still the capital of the fashion world and for good reason - French style exudes creativity, passion, nonchalance and a legacy of fine craftsmanship all wrapped up in a crepe of Gallic flair. Shop The Rake's edit of the very best French brands including Corthay, Cifonelli, Chapal and many more...

SCAROSSO

Scarosso is all about quality sans compromise: not only does the Made in Italy seal on their shoes denote artisanal techniques and luxury materials, it also stands for transparency and sustainability in manufacturing, two qualities which are sorely needed in today's global environment.

BENNYBEE

Advocates of ‘slow fashion’, BennyBee refuses to compromise on quality, sustainability or ethics. The family business has been producing exquisitely leather items since its founding in 2014, using exclusively hand-crafted methods.

BIG IN JAPAN: RAMPLEY'S NEW SAMURAI POCKET SQUARES

Pocket square maestros Rampley & Co have produced five Samurai-inspired pocket squares exclusive to The Rake, for young blades and old ones alike.

THIS WEEK WE'RE CHANNELLING: CARL SHOWALTER IN FARGO

Steve Buscemi’s character in the Coen brothers’ classic film Fargo is incapable in every respect except style. This week, we unpack his unintentional sartorial prowess.

RAKES OF THE YEAR 2018: PART TWO

In the second part of our Rakes Of The Year series, we look back at the years most influential style makers and creators.

BAGS TO GET CARRIED AWAY WITH

From taxiing documents to mobilising a weekend wardrobe, these are the four bag styles every discerning gent needs.