With a rich historical sartorial that continues to this day, England is home to many stylish people. When we were in town, we hosted a dinner and we also went to Goodwood Revival. Here are just a few of the classic style enthusiasts we met.
Jonas Froelich-Hiltner: Frankfurt, Germany
Jonas exemplifies a refined approach to classic menswear with his made-to-measure brown suit. His ensemble reflects a deep appreciation for quality tailoring and structured silhouettes.
What Jonas Says About His Outfit
Shirt and Suit
“My suit is made to measure. It’s a heavier fabric—around 400 grams, I think—which is great because the weather was much colder than I expected. My shirt is made to measure as well from a large made-to-measure brand in Germany which has locations in all major cities.”
Shoes and Socks
“The shoes are Meermin, and I think the socks are just generic, I think. So, nothing special.”
Tie
“The tie, it’s from a local store in Frankfurt. They get ties, or they procure ties from Italy and stitch their name on it. Well, I can, I can check. There it is—Mulani. And it’s a little bit long, so I have to stuff it into the trousers.”
Mike Lein: Amsterdam, Netherlands
Mike’s attire seamlessly blends classic and contemporary elements, demonstrating a thoughtful approach to layering and texture. His use of traditional patterns and structured tailoring highlights his keen eye for menswear.
What Mike Says About His Outfit
“This is a jacket from Riverwoods, a pullover from Ralph Lauren, and pants from Scotland. I mean, it’s a lovely sort of winter fabric over here.
The shoes are from Magnanni. The pocket square—I got it from you guys, actually! The bow tie is from some store somewhere. My glasses are from Ace & Tate. They’re a bit modern, but I think they fit my style very well.”
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Luca Farullim: Florence, Italy
Luca presents a distinguished take on classic menswear, merging Italian craftsmanship with British sartorial traditions.
What Luca Says About His Outfit
“I’m wearing a tweed jacket, which I bought last year simply because I liked it. It is unlined, and it just fits me very well. I have had this wool tie for many years—I bought it in Florence about ten years ago.
My belt, I bought more than 20 years ago from a very nice shop in Florence that sold custom-made suits that doesn’t exist anymore. The pants are classic grey—it’s my take on the English countryside look.
I’m wearing two-tone socks and English brogues, plus a nice Fort Belvedere pocket square, which I think is really, really wonderful. My shirt is just a simple striped one, and I like it a lot.
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I have worn glasses since I was a kid, so I figured if I have to wear them, I might as well make them beautiful. These are Japanese glasses, imported by a friend of mine in Florence, and I always go to him when I need to upgrade them.
As for jewelry, I wear my wedding ring, a small bracelet here which is a very Florentine thing—at least for the Florentines of my generation—and my vintage Rolex, which I bought, I guess, more than 30 years ago with my first paycheck.”
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Christiaan Kirkness: Riga, Latvia
What Christiaan Says About His Outfit
“I would say quintessentially British. I have lots of British style clothing and kilts, so a bit of Scottish, but, very British. I tried Italian once and I just do not like sprezzatura; doesn’t suit me.”
Julian Brett: Southsea, UK
Julian takes a practical approach to classic menswear, curating a wardrobe of well-tailored, refined pieces. His mix of eBay finds and bespoke tailoring proves that great style is about fit and quality, not just labels.
What Julian Says About His Outfit
“My jacket comes straight from eBay. It’s a Ralph Lauren Green Label, tailored by my local tailor, who’s nipped it in everywhere for me. He’s also made me these bespoke trousers as well. So, that’s a sort of a wool twill with turn-ups and pleats.
My shoes are from Joseph Cheaney, bought on Jermyn Street, and the tie—again from eBay—is Dunhill. My shirt is from Charles Tyrwhitt, actually. I struggle with shirts, I suppose, because I have quite a wide back.
Accessories? Just my watch, which is Hamilton, some cufflinks, and my wedding ring.”
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Antonio Jesus Barrenechea Pulache: Antwerp, Belgium
Antonio’s look is a blend of second-hand treasures and bespoke craftsmanship. His refined navy blazer, paisley pocket square, and well-fitted trousers create a sophisticated yet effortless aesthetic.
What Antonio Says About His Outfit
“Right now, I’m wearing a second-hand jacket that I found in a thrift store. A second-hand tie, also from Burberry, that I just happened to come across. A bespoke white shirt made by Vestificio in Milan.
Some suspenders—blue and red. A pocket square with small paisleys. Bespoke trousers from Marco Cerrato. Socks from Mes Chaussettes Rouges. And some chukka boots from TLB Mallorca.”
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Elliot: Georgia, USA
Elliot’s attire embodies a traditional British countryside aesthetic. His Savile Row suit, hand-knit sweater, and vintage-inspired accessories showcase a deep appreciation for heritage style and meticulous craftsmanship.
What Elliot Says About His Outfit
“I got this very light, subtle windowpane suit found at a festival for £65, and it came with a waistcoat. It’s from Savile Row. This jumper, my great-aunt made, all done by hand. And this pocket square, which of my grandma’s, kind of picks up the reddish-burgundy tones from the jumper.
The tie was a charity shop find—it has a micro-houndstooth pattern in blue and orange and kinda looks pink from a distance. It also matches the orange accents in the outfit.
My chinos are from Double RL, and my shoes—honestly, I found them in a random store, and I’m not even sure where. The same goes for my hat—it’s from Denton Hats, I believe.”
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What’s Your Favorite Look? Let Us Know!
All the gentlemen we met in London showcased an impressive range of classic menswear, each with their own unique approach to timeless style. From refined tailoring to vintage-inspired ensembles, their outfits reflected both personal taste and deep appreciation for classic menswear.
Which look resonated with you the most? Do you have a signature classic menswear piece that you always turn to? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
Hi I’m Elliot, the one you interviewed. Thank kindly you for filming me that day at goodwood. it was a once in a life time experience. look at me with my muddy brogues!
In your email you have a photo of a group of guys walking down the street. For me only one of them really stood out yet he was not included in the video. He appears to be an asian guy wearing a very tailored navy jacket and taupe trousers. Why was this look not featured in your report if you’re showing in in a promo?
Hi Myron, the simple fact is we ran out of time to interview everyone at the event. Although the video itself is only 8 minutes long, it took us an hour to film all those we did include. Our apologies to those we weren’t able to include, hopefully they’ll be able to join in the conversation either here or on YouTube to provide more details about what they wore.
I liked Elliot’s attitude. Great style.
Thank you for a very interesting video. It’s really fun to see fellow Gazetteers coming together to share information and looks. I am especially grateful to see that so many looks came from vintage stores and eBay, purchased at reasonable prices. It proves that you can look like a million bucks on a budget.
I just came back from a trip visiting my sister in Chicago, and my niece took me to a Salvation Army thrift store. I was able to buy a $2000 Zegna coat, a lambswool jacket that looked brand new, a summer linen jacket with tags still on it, three ties to go with them, a wool scarf, a straw hat for summer and a pair of Ted Baker Derby shoes, all for the grand total of $150.
I hope to make your next rendezvous. When do you plan to issue official GG membership cards?