My latest entry to my Rogues Gallery may be an unknown figure to some. Having starred in supernatural and superhero influenced TV series such as Teen Wolf and Arrow, Colton Haynes has managed to pull off one of the trickiest manoeuvres in entertainment, successfully moving from model to actor.




He is also somewhat of an anomaly in the male modelling world standing at just under 5'8", he shows that us shorter guys shouldn't be overlooked by brands or designers.



A square jaw, heavy brows and a chiselled physique ensures he sets a moody tone on set or on the red carpet but anyone who follows him on social media knows this is a guy who is not afraid to experiment with style and poke fun at himself. (Check out his Instagram for his Hallowe'en costumes!)


Inspired by the looks above, I've done the hard work for you as usual and pulled a few pieces to help you channel some of Colton's looks (without the Hollywood budget).



 Although James Bay has cornered the market in felt hats, pairing it with a stylish overcoat rather than the ubiquitous leather jacket is refreshing. The combination of the navy coat and muted gold shirt is understated and suave.




Camel coats were THE coat of AW16. It's never really gone out of style so invest in something substantial for your wardrobe. Its versatility means it works as an overcoat with a suit or dressed down with jeans and boots.



Colton has recently written of his struggles with mental health, addiction and coming to terms with his sexuality. For his efforts in the fashion stakes and for his honesty in living his life, he has secured a place in the Rogues Gallery.

The pinnacle of the annual film awards season was held last night; the 89th Academy Awards. Celebrating the achievements of the past year in cinema, it's always an excuse for actors to don their best looks with designers clamouring to dress them in their latest pieces.

I'll be showing my top 10 best dressed male attendees, including winners Mahershala Ali (Best Supporting Actor - Moonlight) and nominees Ryan Gosling (Best Actor - La La Land) and Dev Patel (Best Supporting Actor - Lion).

In no particular order, here are my thoughts on this season's red carpet; looking at who won what and who wore what!











That pretty much rounds off the awards season for this year, which looks were your favourites?

One of my very first posts on my blog was a classic What's in your bag? post. I wrote about the items I deemed essential for my day-to-day tasks and what it takes for a bag to make it onto my must-use list.



When Knomo approached me with an offer to review a bag of my choice, I knew the time had come to refresh!



I opted for the Dale backpack in navy. A luxurious, buttery leather, the outer is contrasted with a vibrant yellow interior. The sleek chrome hardware and tough nylon shoulder straps contrast the smooth, soft leather beautifully.
While I'm all for colour contrasts as an aesthetic effort, a lighter interior also aids in locating all those small things you throw into your back but can never find!




Inside the deceptively roomy main section is a padded pocket for your laptop or tablet. The front pocket is further divided with plenty of storage for your wallet, phone and accessories. For a man who usually has both a laptop AND tablet with him on the go, this is a boon. It means I can also bring all the little bits that I might need from stationery to a phone camera lens. The rear of the back has a discrete pocket, designed for storing the shoulder straps when using the bag as a tote, but this could also be used as for travel documents, keeping them relatively hidden but quick to access when needed.


Being tech-friendly without sacrificing on style is a rarity; most gadget bags look too utility and many fashion bags don't fit all the right criteria. (They even thought to include built-in RFID protection.)

Knomo have nailed this form meets function niche; creating a stylish but practical bag for the modern man.



I took my new bag on my recent trip to Berlin and was impressed with both the comfort and versatility of this relatively compact back pack. It also got its fair share of compliments with folks remarking on the colour and the minimal design. 

Accessories such as bags are the areas men should feel most confident in experimenting with. While navy is not that left-field, it is a departure from the predictable black. Adding colour in any form can add a huge dose of personality to your look, without compromising on professionalism. 

Award ceremonies are like buses, wait all year for them and they all arrive at once. 
This literally happened last night when the BAFTAs were held in London and the Grammys across the pond in LA.

While the awards and all is interesting (and it is a chance for people to voice their political opinion to a new audience which is useful and important) for the purposes of my blog, I'm keeping it focused on who wore what on the red carpets.

BAFTAs

February in London is perhaps not the most tropical of climates to host an outdoor red carpet, but it never fails to deliver in terms of black-tie style.
Perhaps it's the London effect or perhaps it's the nature of the industry, but attendees rarely stray from formal attire, relying on colour, texture and importantly, fit, in an attempt to take home the unofficial best dressed award.

We're already well into February, where is 2017 disappearing to? After taking January off, I'm getting back into my blog, starting with our recent visit to Berlin.