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A Fundamental Affair; The 15 Best Brands For Non-Boring Basics

Arabella Johnson — Sun, 24 May 2026 05:01:16 +0000

It all started with a seemingly simple search for a basic long-sleeved cotton top. A formerly ubiquitous garment, the humble long-sleeved cotton top was one that could be found in pretty much any clothing store, year round. It was almost guaranteed you could find a basic slim-fitting crew neck long-sleeved cotton top in either black or white at even the most middle-of-the-road store — nothing groundbreaking, but dependable. And those who wanted something a little less standard didn’t have to […]

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In The Loupe: The Watch News To Know In May 2026

Henry Blake — Mon, 18 May 2026 02:49:22 +0000

You’d think that the month following the blockbuster event that is Watches & Wonders would take it easy when it comes to new watch releases. Alas, much like a flyback chronograph, the watch industry has snapped back into motion, with manufactures and microbrands alike showing no signs of winding down. From another throwback Zenith Chronomaster Revival to the latest celebrity to acquire a stake in a watch brand, May 2026 brings with it a heady slate of new watch releases […]

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Swatch & Audemars Piguet Liberate The Royal Oak From The Wrist

Tanisha Angel — Wed, 13 May 2026 21:16:43 +0000

After a week of setting speculation in the watch world—and beyond—aligt and spurring denizens to send AI generators into overdrive attempting to come up with their own imagery of a plastic-clad Royal Oak, Swatch and Audemars Piguet have unveiled their collaboration, the Royal Pop. And no, it’s not a wristwatch. Circumventing the complete dilution of the Audemars Piguet DNA, the brand has adroitly steered away from creating a plastic Royal Oak knock-off wristwatch (early CasiOak adopters can breathe a sigh […]

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17 Sneakers That Are More At Home Paired With A Suit Than On The Field

Tanisha Angel — Tue, 12 May 2026 12:36:11 +0000

The once opposing categories of dress shoes and sneakers have united, resulting in the rise of the elegant sneaker. Steering away from the sporty provenance of sneakers, luxury designers and fashion houses are applying their elevated design codes to the inherently comfortable shoes, resulting in sneakers that can take the place of oxfords, loafers, or derbies and don’t look out of place paired with a suit. How to wear sneakers with a suit Wearing sneakers with a suit has gradually […]

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The Best Restomod Car Brands Are Making Old New Again

John Deckard — Tue, 12 May 2026 09:36:44 +0000

There will always be a constituent of the automotive community who considers it sacrilege to even consider upholstering a 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL or 1967 Ford Mustang, let alone cut out its internal combustion powertrain and replace it with (gasp!) an electric one. However, for every period-correct purist, there’s a somewhat more open-minded driver who recognises that, hey, innovation is there for a reason, and enjoying a classic car doesn’t have to be accompanied by the risk of a highway […]

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The Ultimate Guide To Men’s Dress Shoes; Essential Styles & Best Brands To Know

John Deckard — Tue, 12 May 2026 04:41:48 +0000

Despite some contemporary sartorialists extolling the virtues of the sneaker while simultaneously denouncing men’s dress shoes as ‘over’, here at Albert Review we believe there’s a time and place for everything. While luxury trainers continue to reign over the street style set and can even hold their own when paired with a suit, men’s dress shoes will always have their place. Though we may have taken a step back from the tightlaced nature of corporate dressing, there are still occasions […]

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On Thread: Fashion News To Know In May 2026

Esmé Duggan — Mon, 11 May 2026 13:09:59 +0000

Style may be eternal, but the fashion industry is ever-changing. To help you stay across what’s new and noteworthy, we’re back with the May 2026 edition of On Thread, our monthly fashion news series. Here, we compile all the important fashion industry moves, collections, and collaborations you need to know about and distil them into an easy-to-read, scrollable format. This month, our fashion news takes on a more local tone, with Australian Fashion Week taking place in the Museum of […]

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The Best Gold Huggie Hoops Are The White T-Shirt Of Jewellery

Arabella Johnson — Sun, 10 May 2026 04:43:12 +0000

The right pair of gold huggie hoops is akin to the white t-shirt of jewellery. Regardless of whether you’re a minimalist or a maximalist, they represent a no-brainer, throw-on-and-go jewellery style that looks good with everything. Put simply, they mightn’t always be the most interesting choice, but they’re never the wrong choice. Making a bigger statement than a pair of studs but more understated than drop earrings—or even a pair of larger hoops—the appeal of gold huggie earrings lies in […]

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Mum’s The Word; The Best Luxury Mother’s Day Gifts

AR Staff — Sat, 02 May 2026 06:54:14 +0000

Yes, we should appreciate our mums everyday. However, it can often be difficult to find the right words to express how much the matriarchs and maternal figures in our lives mean to us — Mother’s Day acts as an opportunity to show them we care. While quality time—read: without looking at your phone! Actually talking to each other—spent together is often the best gift, we’re of the opinion that a thoughtful tangible expression of your appreciation never goes amiss. While […]

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All The Fashion Girlies Are Wearing A Pop Of Red This Season

Arabella Johnson — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 12:50:33 +0000

The Barbiecore era has passed and in its place is a more mature yet equally as striking shade. Almost half a decade on from Pierpaolo Piccioli’s Valentino Pantone-approved pink reign and red has come to reclaim its throne, with the likes of Fendi, Valentino, Gucci, Stella McCartney, The Row, and David Koma are bathing their autumn/winter collections in the timeline shade. Acting as an antidote to the almost ascetic minimalism connoted by the quiet luxury trend, the indomitable and immutable […]

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