When I am wide awake during the twilight hours, I find myself fervently trawling through eBay to find a bottle of Derby from Guerlain fragrance - not the 2005 or 2012 version but instead, the 1985 edition that is often described by fragrance aficionados as the only male fragrance that has the elegance of a female one. I had the pleasure of smelling it thanks to David - a fragrance collector who also happens to work at Givaudan, a Swiss multinational manufacturer of fragrances for the likes of Marc Jacobs, Tom Ford and Kim Kardashian. Honestly, there is nothing like it on the market, even after 39 years.
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The Expanse of Water
On the banks of the Thames River, the Chelsea Harbour Hotel & Spa proposes itself a contemporary oasis, and as a sanctuary where respite arrives in a suite approach to hospitality.
Infinite Layers of Flavour
Suntory Global Spirits Global Ambassador of Scotch & Irish Teddy Joseph shares there is more than meets the eye with Bowmore.
Timeless Icon
Jake Gyllenhaal emanates spirit, style, and ambition, the enduring qualities of the Cartier Santos.
A Daring Spirit
The Tudor Black Bay exemplifies Tudor's Born to Dare spirit and is crafted for life's boldest adventures.
CHARTING THE IN BETWEEN
If there is anything the last 15 years has taught Seo In Guk, it is that the actor, singer - and recently - director should not be afraid of taking charge about the narratives that surrounds his life. Speaking with Men's Folio, he shares how he has moved away from seeking perfection, and that the best kinds of gestures come from none other than yourself.
Role all
Fresh off the series 4Minutes, Jes Jespipat Tilapornputt chats with Men's Folio about what it takes to get into character, manage expectations, and what makes him the sexiest besides being in his Calvin Kleins.
From Track To The Rack
Lewis Hamilton offers new perspectives as guest designer for Dior Men.
Win Metawin Is Unlike Anything That Came Before
RIMOWA’s Original Bag pictured on the cover alongside Win Metawin is unlike anything that came before it. Crafted with the same sensibilities as the suitcases in the house’s Original collection, its compact and on-the-go form is a step ahead for disruptors in their own field. Like Win the lexicon of his generation it is only human for him to yearn for more, and that is what sets him apart from his peers. In an exclusive digital cover for September 2024, Men's Folio speaks to the actor on being more than just the moment.
All The Right Notes
Modern legends are always striking. Forged out of passion and ambition; being tempered with traits of humility and softness - these blend of singularities are what it takes to be intoxicating. Now what happens when one bottles that into a fragrance? Now redesigned to be even more straightforward, Montblanc Legend Blue returns as a fresher, woodier iteration to affirm the superlative that has always been theirs.
It Goes Back To You
Plush against the bustle of Paris’ Champs-Elysées district, the latest Berluti campaign stands out for its simplicity. Sans buzzy copywriting and ornate composition, the French maison’s latest campaign finds its edge in the elementary via the spotlight it lends to the pure craft that binds its designs and certifies its luxury stronghold.
