Continuing on from my previous travels I once again ended up in my home away from home - Leeds. One of my old housemates and dear friend was leaving UK on his personal adventure so it was only right I surprise him during a pubcrawl known as the Otley Run, dressed head to toe in Russian gear of course. I would like to point out that those were actual drinking rules, I haven't reached that point of 'not caring' yet 🙂

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Don't Mess With Yorkshire

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Even though the morning after was anything but pleasant it was International Happiness Day (Google it, it's an actual thing) and I made a promise to meet up with a girl I met in Leeds nearly a year ago to the day. If you make promises you have to keep them, even to yourself, so feeling utterly drained I whipped myself up a breakfast Gordon Ramsay would have been proud of and set off into town.

My friend Helena was exactly the ball of energy I remembered and just getting a small glimpse into someone else's world is fascinating to me. We create our own reality by choosing who we spend time with, what books we read and music we listen to so remember to make your reality an interesting one to live in.

Bag: Moleskine, Jacket: Zara, Shirt: Farah, Trousers: Tommy Hilfiger, Glasses: Bailey Nelson, Fitness Tracker: Jawbone

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When a man is tired of London, he is tired of life

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My love / hate relationship with London continues although I realise that hate is a strong word for something I admire beyond words. I feel that big cities can overwhelm but only if you let them do so. Modern metropolises such as London, New York or Tokyo borrow from other cultures but also create a unique one of their own which is why they're so fascinating to explore. You never know who you're going to meet and what stories they're going to share with you so it's best to go in with an open mind and appreciation for the random encounters in life. The city is just a backdrop.

"Why, Sir, you find no man, at all intellectual, who is willing to leave London. No, Sir, when a man is tired of London, he is tired of life; for there is in London all that life can afford." — Samuel Johnson

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I moved to the UK when I was 11 years old and have grown to appreciate it's rich history and complex relationship with religion through the ages. Although I try not to debate the topic it's difficult to deny the impact religion has had on architecture. Cities such as Rome or Medina exemplify the ways in which religious thinking can influence the look and feel of a place and if those initial creative inspirations come from a divine place, who am I to argue.

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In the last few weeks I travelled around the country getting in touch with my roots and managed to visit the 4 cities that hold a dear place in my heart: Boston, Lincoln, Leeds and London. During my visit to Lincoln I had to take a little stroll around the famous Lincoln Cathedral. It was reputedly the tallest building in the world for 238 years (1311–1549) and it's Gothic design looms over the city to this day.

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Recently I never seem to settle on a style for my lookbooks, darting from casual street wear to smart and clean suits but at the end of the day you should wear what feels natural to you. The Zip Hooded Ralph Lauren Sweatshirt which I grabbed from Infinities was a perfect fit for the stroll while my ever present Withings smartwatch kept reminding me to take it easy on the infamous Steep Hill.

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Flower In The Crannied Wall

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Flower in the crannied wall,
I pluck you out of the crannies,
I hold you here, root and all, in my hand,
Little flower—but if I could understand
What you are, root and all, and all in all,
I should know what God and man is.

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Behind the Cathedral there is a monument to Alfred Tennyson, a Poet Laureate of Great Britain and Ireland with the following poem titled 'Flower in the crannied wall' written on it. The poem challenged my way of thinking about beauty and how beauty is attributed rather than gained. It also encouraged me to look past the superficial and see real beauty within everything 🙂 What does the poem say to you?

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Over the last few weeks I've been getting comfortable with my Activite Steel smartwatch from Withings as the ever growing presence of technology means we have to wear sensors all over our bodies. I did a small comparison of fitness trackers so if you're still undecided that post should give you some guidance.

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Withings Activité Steel

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The smartwatch is connected to the Withings Health Mate app that gives detailed sleep and activity analysis as well as achievements for beating personal high scores. The battery is supposed to last up to 8 months which takes the hassle out of the usual daily smartwatch charging.

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The sleek watch comes in a variety of colours and interchangeable straps, has a 24/7 automatic activity tracker that counts things like running, swimming and sleeping. The silent vibrating alarm has also been a godsend.

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Spring Has Sprung

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I always seem to do a lookbook when London changes colour and as with the John Lewis shoot when the streets were covered in red and orange leaves, this time we have pink petals reminding us of springtime. Most of us consider winter to be a cold and forgettable time of the year but as London becomes pink before your very eyes it's a stark reminder that it's our perceptions that change, not the seasons or the city.

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It's easy to take London for granted and forget that a number of areas were really run down and derelict only a century or two ago. Covent Garden for example fell into disrepute in the 1600's as the area began to get filled up with taverns, theatres and brothels. Wits, poets and playwrights moved in and occupied the area and this is still seen today as street performers and artists regularly perform here.

By the 18th century Covent Garden had become a well-known red-light district so an Act of Parliament was drawn up to control the area, and Charles Fowler's neo-classical building was erected in 1830 to cover and help organise the market.

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Covent Garden Lookbook

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My love for burgundy hasn't subsided so breaking my own rules of colour www.healthandrecoveryinstitute.com/adderall-adhd/ matching I donned a burgundy hat, coat and socks and went exploring with Nathan from Man Meets Fashion. The jumper from Old Harry knitwear kept me cosy while the Ice Watch and Moleskine backpack have been a staple of my outfits for the last few months.

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I recently acquired one of those daily calendars that teaches you new words and a word I keep coming back to this week is 'Flânerie'. The word 'Flânerie' describes the simple act of strolling while 'flâneur' describes a man who saunters around observing society. The next time you're feeling bored or restless, why not take a simple stroll, who knows what adventures you might find?

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Enveloped by Architecture

This week my walks haven't taken me far as London's numerous nooks and crannies are probably infinite, yet when Tower Bridge is only down the road you kinda owe it to yourself. As I mentioned in a previous lookbook, Tower Bridge was mocked when it was first constructed with some people going as far as calling it pretentious and yet it stands the test of time.

The entire area is an architects wet dream with The Shard protruding from the distance and the Tower of London sitting proudly in the middle. You're surrounded by numerous historical landmarks such as the Tower Hill Memorial and All Hallows By The Tower Church or if you're after a little more solitude, the Saint Dunstan Church Garden is only a few minutes away.

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Tower Bridge Lookbook

It wouldn't be a Style Division post without an outfit update so as usual my Burberry scarf and Bailey Nelson specs were right by my side as well as the always elegant Daniel Wellington timepiece. The pea coat was purchased from Reiss a few months ago and I honestly wish you could feel it through the screen, the fabric is immaculate.

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Farrell Clothing has been featured on Style Division before in our Shoreditch and City of London lookbooks but yesterday was one of those rare days when sunshine filled the air and I the light conditions were nigh on perfect. Shooting with Themba Erik in West London, the location overlooked some historic Victorian townhouses and made me realise just how diverse this city is. If you like the look check out some similar items below and hype it up on Lookbook if you like 🙂

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Farrell Clothing Lookbook

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To go alongside my 2015 Overview I thought I'd throw together a few of my favourite outfits that I had the pleasure of wearing last year. Depending on the day my style can go from super smart to super casual but it's always nice to have choices!

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Taken on Tottenham Court Road, this was actually one of my first ever outfit posts.

I'm wearing one of the warmest Ted Baker coats I've ever owned and a Burberry scarf to boot although it seems that a year later the cold weather in London is still to get the hint that it's not welcome.

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Adam from Male Stylist and I explored the London Embankment and it's surrounding areas for this post.

Wearing a custom made Ownonly suit and my trusty Ray Bans, this smart-casual look is really easy to pull off. Although a tailored suit does make a world of difference.

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ASOS invited me to take part in a shoot for the 'As Seen On Me' campaign and I gladly accepted. Using Shoreditch as my backdrop, I shot two outfits that could not be more different from each other.

The first was a simple black/white lookbook while the second allowed me to wear my favourite plum colours and a trusty bobble hat.

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An OOTD I've been dreaming of doing ever since I moved to London. I had an idea of doing lookbooks to a theme and 'Architectural Jawlines' did just that.

Pairing outfits with historic pieces of architecture allowed me to write about the area I'm shooting in as well as the outfit itself so there's something in the post for everyone.

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Another one to add to the 'Architectural Jawlines' pile. This time I teamed up with the guys over at Farrell to shoot two lookbooks around the city.

With Tower Bridge and The Shard just around the corner I felt it would be interesting to explore the area and find out more about these iconic piece of British architecture.

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Last but not least was my shoot for John Lewis with the supremely talented Joseph Kent from Unlimited by JK.

Although I blame this shoot for my continued obsession with trench coats, it was super fun to get out into the city nice and early and see it from a new perspective. Few crowds and carpets of orange leaves made this my favourite lookbook of 2015.

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When I started putting this post together I thought I'd struggle to find lookbooks that I actually liked but in the end I had waaaaay too many to choose from. Have a dig through the archives if you want to find more, follow me using the links below or find me on Lookbook.nu

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I have a soft spot for a nice watch, for guys it's an acceptable form of jewellery that comes in such a vast variety of styles, colours and sizes that there has to be a perfect piece out there for everyone. This week I'm showcasing my new Shore Projects watch with interchangeable straps and after careful browsing I decided on the Salcombe Rose Gold style and a dark brown leather strap.

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Shooting with another Style Division favourite - Joey London - we spent some time exploring Brick Lane and the watch was a perfect accompaniment to my winter ready outfit. The watches are made with stainless steel cases and have crystal sapphire glass, while the leather on the straps is of the finest quality sourced from Italy.

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Shore Projects is inspired by the beauty and fun of the British seaside and having owned the watch for a few weeks now I've had no issues with it's build or simplicity. Because of the style I chose it goes perfectly with any outfit whether it's smart or casual and I'm looking forward to ordering some more straps should I wish to change things up a bit.

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Make sure to check out my latest photo journal where Themba and I explore Canary Wharf and my shoot with ASOS Menswear for the 'As Seen On Me' campaign. You can also use the links below to stay connected 🙂

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Here's something I've been sitting on for way too long - my shoot with New Look Men back in the summer (check out that clean shaven face!) alongside Ben from Twenty First Century Gent and Adam from Male Stylist (aka the original Style Collective). The shoot was organised by Jodie from alajode and the pics were taken by the supremely talented Sarah Choa 🙂

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I opted for a light Grey Herringbone Slub Blazer which is a simple two button blazer that's easy to style, goes with a simple white shirt and some skinny trousers. I opted for the plaid pattern because life's too short to wear boring colours.

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With spring just around the corner this is a perfect outfit for an impromptu date or a simple stroll around town. The blazer keeps things classy while the trousers and matching brogues bring a bit of fun to the entire look. How would you style yours?

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I received a lot of attention after my previous OOTD post went live so I decided to add to it with some additional images Joey London and I shot on location in Shoreditch. Just a stones throw away from Princelet Street is Christ Church Spitalfields, an Anglican church built between 1714 and 1729 to a design by Nicholas Hawksmoor. It's one of the first buildings in London I hold close to my heart for personal reasons so I decided to give it a feature:

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Christ Church Spitalfields

An Act of Parliament in 1711 established the Commission for Building Fifty New Churches to serve London's new settlements and Christ Church Spitalfields was the first to be built.

The Commissioners for the new churches included Christopher Wren (the architect behind the famous St Pauls Cathedral), Thomas Archer and John Vanbrugh appointed two surveyors, one of whom was Nicholas Hawksmoor. Generic priligy best price at http://howmed.net/priligy-dapoxetine/ guaranteed. Only twelve of the planned fifty churches were built, of which six were designed by Hawksmoor.

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Still wearing my perfectly fitting specs from Bailey Nelson, Joey and I decided to jump around and let loose our inner teenagers while capturing the moment with the aforementioned Sigma lens.

Having owned the glasses for over a month now I can safely say that they have not let me down, or left my side for that matter.

It's actually quite rare to find a durable pair that you can safely rely on day in, day out. Make sure to check out their latest designs and see if any tickle your fancy

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