Robertson Jessel bags
Even though they've been around for over 50 years, Robertson Jessel is new to me as I was only introduced to them recently.
The founders - Mr Hamish Robertson and Mr Adir Cohen Jessel - started off after WW2 working for one of the very finest leather goods manufacturers in the Whitechapel area of London making Motor and Dress cases, Hunting bags and hat cases, until their hard work and determination paid off and they were able to open their own workshop.
Every piece is still individually handmade in the time honoured traditional way by their skilled craftsmen and craftswomen, so you can be sure they're going to last.
I've styled them up with outfits that I think would work perfectly for modern smart/casual office wear.
A classic leather briefcase in chocolatey brown works perfectly with lighter colours and looks very elegant for summer. Team it with this double breasted cotton blazer which is the perfect addition to your Spring/Summer wardrobe. It'll look great with a multitude of items including this classic combination of blue shirt and chinos, and a linen scarf adds the final dapper touch to the lightweight tailoring.
Brown leather briefcase - Robertson Jessel
Double breasted cotton blazer -Hardy Amies at Mr Porter
Pale blue button down collar shirt - Mr Start at Start London
Slim cotton workwear trousers - Jigsaw Menswear
Check linen scarf - Muji
Brown leather belt - Wincer and Plant at Selfridges
This black leather underarm folio gives a sharp, modern slant to your outfit. Create a relaxed but smart outfit with an unlined cotton blazer, tab collar cotton shirt and slim leg chinos. The linen tie is the perfect summer accompaniment and channel your inner Gregory Peck with these bold black frames inspired by his character in To Kill a Mockingbird.
Black leather underam folio - Robertson Jessel
Black / grey houndstooth cotton "Bedford" jacket - Engineered Garments at The Bureau
White tab collar shirt - Engineered Garments at The Bureau
Grey cotton slim leg chinos - Incotex at Matches
Amalfi grey linen tie - Monsieur London
Black "Gregory Peck" optical frames - Oliver Peoples at The Bureau
I love the tan colour of this laptop briefcase and with it's lockable zip, generous size and padded insides it's the perfect choice for busy executives. It will look great with a navy suit but works fantastically with a more relaxed look too, especially when teamed with these tan leather brogues and the blue chambray jacket. Add this beautiful silk pocket square for an extra dash of colour and panache.
Tan leather laptop briefcase - Roberston Jessel
Blue chambray 2 button blazer - Mr Rick Tailor at Liberty
Blue striped "Friday" shirt - Hentsch Man
"Simon" slim fit brushed cotton twill chinos - NN.07 at Mr Porter
"Alice" brown patterned silk pocket square - Monsieur London
Whiskey cordovan longwing brogues - Alden for The Bureau
This has to be the perfect travelling bag for the modern gentleman's business trip. With 2 cotton canvas pockets inside for your clothing and 2 generous outside pockets, it's smart and practical at the same time. Clothing in shades of greys and blacks and varying sized checks, keep this look serious but interesting, Add these fabulous Paul Smith shoes, which demonstrate yet again how perfectly he does classic with a twist, and they'll jet your style sky high!
Black leather travel bag - Robertson Jessel
Serra grey cotton suit jacket - Bellerose at Peggs & Son
Black gingham "Sunday" shirt - Hentsch Man
"Max Cash" black skinny jeans - Acne at Start London
Grey Manchester argyle socks - Burlington at Peggs & Son
Black high shine leather "Pitt" monkstrap shoes - Paul Smith
For the creative who can look a little more relaxed in their office environment, this canvas and leather briefcase is an excellent choice. Indigo jeans and a cotton blazer combine to create a perfect smart casual look, made extra special with this unusual coloured blazer. Pull it all together with this check cotton pocket square, and the brown monkstap shoes with silver buckles will tone in perfectly with your briefcase.
Canvas navy and brown briefcase - Robertson Jessel
Rust cotton twill 3 button jacket - Paul Smith
Blue organic cotton shirt - Closed at Stylebop
Raw indigo resistant jeans - Bleu De Paname at The Bureau
Check cotton pocket square - Drakes London
Brown suede "Wren" monkstap shoes - Paul Smith
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