That Dapper Chap: marks & Spencer

Thursday 12 November 2015

The Marks & Spencer Christmas 2015 Press Day

Craig of That Dapper Chap attends the Marks & Spencer Christmas 2015 Press Day and shows us what's coming our way this festive season.

Yours truly at the M&S Christmas Press Day

Arriving at the London, Oxford Street store for the press day there was some initial confusion about how I actually got to the press office, but when we eventually found the right place we were greeted with friendly smiles and a gin cocktail.

Beautiful leather brogues

Seasonal suiting. Party perfect

Just as we'd expect we're seeing some nice seasonal suiting coming through, including tartan patterns and velvets, which are perfect for that Christmas party. Brogues finish the look as do a good high shine shoe. If it's a more formal affair don a bow tie, these are again very big this year and there is a good selection on offer at Marks & Spencer.

Patterned and textured knitwear

Knitwear continues to be textured and patterned rather than simple and plain. This adds interest and personality to a garment that, lets face it, could be a tad dull. Muted colours prevail in teals, moss greens, blues and reds.

A welcome gin cocktail

David Gandys collection was on display

Luxury leather bags are perfect for a weekend away

Looking for a look for Christmas. M&S has it sorted

Tartan and bow ties. Superbly festive

Everyone needs a good bobble hat right?

Not just for dapper days. M&S offer a collection of casual togs too

Heritage style leather brogue boots. Great for winter walks

Line them up please waiter!

Beautiful blazers in traditional fabrics and paterns

Marks & Spencer continue to support British manufacture with their Best Of British collection using fine british tweeds and wools and we'll see some of this in stores and on line in the coming weeks. The blazers continue in a heritage theme with traditional pattern and fabric but in a more tailored modern fit, keeping things bang on trend.

Keeping out the cold with great accessories

Of course we also saw hats, scarves and coats but again these all feel a little more luxurious than others I've seen, particularly the 100% cashmere scarf which is a real must have, if only so you can feel its complete softness.

Roll necks are also big news and are a nice thin knit so that they can be worn under other garments without creating bulk. M&S are offering us roll necks in merino wool with added silk for a great feel.

The dog tooth wool coat over a basket weave sweater

A textured velvet blazer worn over the merino & silk roll neck

All set for that formal festive event

I hope you all keep warm and stylish this festive season, and with this collection from M&S in sumptuous fabrics I'm sure you will.

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Monday 7 September 2015

M&S Menswear Launch Event: Celebrating Oliver Cheshire as the New Face of Autograph

Oliver Cheshire the new face of Autograph Menswear and yours truly

The New Face of M&S

Marks & Spencer announces Oliver Cheshire as the new face of Autograph Menswear from Autumn / Winter 2015, marking the re-design of the collection.

As a renowned International male model, style influencer and a regular on the front rows of fashion shows across the globe, Oliver Cheshire fronts the new Autograph campaign, wearing the new collection which focuses on simple, luxury trend-led pieces that are refreshed every 6-8 weeks.

Some of the collection displayed at the event

On shooting the collection Oliver said, ‘I’m really excited to be the new face of Autograph, I’ve always loved the M&S brand and I’m happy to be a part of the M&S family. The Autograph collection is completely my style with great pieces for day and evening. I love the range and I’m proud to be the new face of the collection at a time when it’s looking so sharp and taking this new trend direction.’

Bow Tie – £12.50 Shirt – £35 Double Breasted Tuxedo – £199 Shoes – £95

Jumper – £45 Jeans – £35

Scott Fyfe said, ‘Oliver has worked with M&S Menswear for two years and making him the face of Autograph was an obvious fit. Oliver epitomises the Autograph brand with his love of simple luxury pieces making him the perfect ambassador for this urban, trend-led brand.’

Roll Neck – £45 Blazer - £129

Roll Neck – £45 Bomber Jacket – £149 Trousers – £45 Trainers – £85

Redesigned for Autumn Winter 2015, Autograph menswear re-launches with a collection of clothing, footwear and accessories, that combine formalwear and casual sports luxe pieces to create a new look with a focus on style, texture and detail. The collection is modern and contemporary with key styles including a bomber jacket with leather sleeves, geometric print knitwear and textured crew neck jumpers, as well as a selection of sports luxe trainers.

Shirt – £39.50 Jumper – £55 Trousers – £45

The Launch Event

last Thursday night, Marks & Spencer hosted a party to celebrate the launch of renowned International male model and style influencer, Oliver Cheshire as the new face of Autograph Menswear and That Dapper Chap was pleased to be invited.

Mr Cheshire photographed with other guests

Prosecco all round

Miss Pixie Lott, singer and TV personality

Oliver Cheshire arrived at the event wearing a look from the newly re-designed Autograph collection. A number of celebrities also attended the event, including face of M&S Menswear and designer of his own underwear and swimwear range David Gandy, wearing a M&S Best of British suit. Other celebrities included singers Pixie Lott and Mollie King, TV presenter Zoe Hardman, actor Arnold Oceng and model and reality TV star Oliver Proudlock.

Held at West London venue Carousel, Select model and DJ, Josh Parkinson performed a live set.