leather
I have a great leather bag that’s starting to look like it’s enjoyed a few too many long weekends. How can I restore some of its luster? -Robert A handsome weekender bag is like a motorcyclist’s prized jacket or an outfielder’s lucky glove. Made from leather, they grow with their … Read More
So, you’re meat and potatoes, and your girlfriend wants to be wrapped in cellophane and spanked with a kitchen utensil. Or whatever. Basically: You and the woman you’re bedding diverge on the proverbial spectrum of kink — with you hovering in the neighbourhood of vanilla, which is leaving you feeling … Read More
Not all leathers are created equal. Here are some key principles to keep in mind if you’re shopping for a leather jacket or accessory. The finest cowhide leathers will be supple and waxy with a rich pebbled texture. If you spring on a jacket or bag that fits this description, … Read More
Vancouver has never dared compare itself to New York, and yet, within the shadow of Hotel Vancouver – a kind of Plaza Hotel for Alberni and Burrard – a block-long Big Apple has taken shape. It’s here, alongside Tiffany & Co., Calvin Klein and Betsey Johnson, that iconic menswear retailer … Read More
