My beard obsession

My mother hates it, my missus is unsure but neither the less I've decided to grow back the bushy, Nordic haired beard.

Now I've gone with this look before but admittedly I did add a bit of colour to my light haired whiskers! This time I will be going au nauturale as that was the deal breaker I made with my girlfriend for her having to put up with this malarkey.

I've taken inspiration from a ridiculously cool looking Brit model by the name of Ricki Hall. He a has a very distinctive look; Tattoos, slicked back hair and a big, dark monster of a beard! He also has a slick sense of style which I also admire. Very 50's rebel, a look that I'm really into at the moment. It's all about looking good without making hardly any effort. Love the use of simple no frills staples like a white vest, black boots, denim and caped sleeve tees. Here are some cool visuals of what I'm talking about...

The Gatsby premiere in NYC

Last week saw the US premiere of Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of the classic novel. There's been a lot of buzz and anticipation not for just the movie but to see what Leo, Tobey and co look like in their 1920s attire. I'm due to see it with the missus who's equally excited next weekend so I will let you know what I think in due course.

Anyway getting back to the red carpet Tobey killed it again in Saint Laurent. Simple but so effective. Monsieur Slimanne's Saint Laurent cut is perfect for Maguire. My only slight moan is the tie could've been tied with a firmer knot but otherwise top marks. Best dressed from the night was Baz himself in a beautiful Brooks Brothers made to measure midnight blue tux. He capped it off with a pair of antique Tiffany & Co cuff links and a slim squared watch with brown leather strap. Can't find any visuals but saw him flash these accessories on E's coverage from the red carpet. Take my word for it; pure class!

BAFTA Mod

My stylish gaze was fixed on the BAFTA red carpet this past Sunday evening checking out how the male invitees put themselves together. I was pretty impressed. Nothing too shocking to constructively criticise.

Right gonna start with a fella from a guilty pleasure of mine; Spencer Matthews from Made in Chelsea. Looking very sharp in a Dior Homme Blue Tux ( the same as Eddie Redmayne wore at last weeks Met Ball).

The nations favourite double act Ant & Dec turned up in matching Spencer Hart attire. No nonsense just understated class. Suits the lads to a tee with the slim shawl lapel and trademark bow tie.

Loved Graham Norton's choice of tux jacket with the bold shawl lapels just my only nag would of been getting a traditional cummerbund to cover that mid section.

Jamie Redknapp smashed it again in Thom Sweeney again a shawl lapel with signature horse shoe waistcoat.

But my best dressed of the night came from Martin Freeman in what looked to be a Mark Powell DB. Great colours and even though it was a black tie event I suppose it was only the television BAFTAs. Proper statement formal stance. Loved it!

A stylish salute: David Gandy

The epitome of sartorial elegance David Gandy has been spotted these past few weeks doing what he does best. Looking good! DG is every inch the modern dandy and he backed this up on the events circuit this past fortnight. Firstly arriving at Harrods for a Belstaff event wearing a riders jacket from the brand driving a vintage automobile. Too cool! A couple of nights later he was wearing an immaculate pinstripe three piece with perfectly coordinated knit tie and hanky.

My regular followers will know I love "the Gandy" look of pairing fitted dropped neck line tee with a tailored jacket and separates. Gandy at another evening function wore a beautiful light grey suit with black tee, suede brown lace ups and for contrast a white pocket square. Love how Dave wears black and brown together. It shouldn't be put together formally but for a sharp informal look I think It works especially with the brown suede.

And for the encore Mr Gandy puts together another of his stylish traits as he leaves the Barbican in London by tucking his knitwear in. First of all great separate look with the pale blue jacket and dark trousers. Then a signature Gandy move of tucking in the off white cardigan he has on against the crisp white shirt and tie. I salute you DG!

Searching for a new challenge...

The time has come for me to leave the Without Prejudice nest and fly off in search of a new challenge within the wonderful world of Men's fashion. Ive had an amazing year with the brand, worked with some great people and the experience has been invaluable. I will still be involved with WP writing for the Website and Blog www.withoutprejudice.co.uk which s exciting as this British label is going places.

If you like what I do follow me on Twitter @danielrhone and check out my Instagram and Pinterest under the same name. And if there are any potential employers out there I would love to talk...

A stylish salute: Chris Pine

This past week saw the premiere of the new Star Trek sequel in London. My style peepers were locked on to Captain Kirk himself Chris Pine wearing a Ralph Lauren purple label three piece. Loving the bit of gruff, slicked sweep and lavender shirt as well. He also looked seriously good in last months UK edition of Esquire magazine in a more informal manor. I salute you captain.

"I'm a creative director I have you know"

A couple of weeks ago I was giving my first big creative directional opportunity working on a look book shoot for Menswear brand Coeur. I also had the pleasure of working with multi talented models Upen Patel and Leah Weller. The brand Coeur is a fresh and contemporary menswear collection based around the "modern dandy" and the vision of designer Peter Jeun Ho Tsang. Here are a few shots from the day. Also check out the label at http://www.coeur.uk.com/

Best dressed at the Met Ball

Last Monday evening saw the Met Gala ball take place in NYC which showcased its new exhibition on the Punk movement titled Punk: Chaos to Couture. When I heard about this I was pretty interested to see who out of the A list guys would play it safe and who would be bold and play with the Punk theme. My preference would be to go with standard black tie elegance with a perhaps a nod to the iconic fashion era. Anyway sartorial salutes start with Nicholas Hoult in a suave blue Tom Ford separate shawl tux jacket. Might be said its easy when your pal is Sir Tom but for a young bloke he dresses with such classic style. Though while we're on the subject of the Tom Ford wearing A-list, I wasn't too keen on Tom Brady's ensemble. Firstly where Hoult's cobalt Blue jacket ticked the box, Toms bright blue didn't. Secondly the matching waistcoat and buttoning the DJ had me shaking my head.

The winner for using the punk theme and doing it right was my favourite bearded sartorialist Alasdair Willis. Dressed in a bespoke Henry Rose leopard print DJ with matching print Creepers! Also well played Kanye who kept it clean cut in Givenchy while Kim.. Ummm anyway another slick Ricardo Tisci dressed fella was Chris Brown wearing a cool Red Jacket with the black button up. Only criticism being would've liked those trousers to have been a bit sharper to show off those velvet slippers.

My favourite look of the night came from Tobey Maquire in Saint Laurent. Great fit, perfect proportions and that little bit of stubble to give him that manly rough edge against the chic French tailoring.

Other Nods go to Eddie Redmayne in Dior Homme with a cheeky McQueen hanky, Frank Ocean in Givenchy And Pharrell in a gingham Lanvin tux. Another Brit who had the right drop of punk in his outfit was Damian Lewis wearing Prada who had a pair of studded lace ups on. I also really liked Gavin Rossdale's punk tartan suit. One thing I didn't like was Jason Sudekis's Met Ball effort. Regardless whether you wanna be seen making an effort or for that matter care, I totally believe that all Hollywood A-list should make the effort to look their best at these events. The sin of all sins was Jason wearing a pair of Jordan's! I actually would've forgiven him a little if they were a nice shape out of all the Jordan editions he could of chosen! No Actually I wouldn't regardless! Not cool and definitely not punk. Jason if you need me for your next red carpet give me a shout.

What has Kanye done with The Lord??

Kanye West. Ummm. I really don't know whether I like his style or loathe it?? I think generally I like it but I'm not a 100%. That's another topic for another time but my beef with Kanye is what has he done with Scott Disick?? As I do scouring celebrity pages daily to see what the male celebs are wearing, a few months ago I came across some disturbing photos. Scott Disick in a pair of Kanye-sque leather trousers and Jordan's. My problem is its so unnatural and screams "kanye dressed me". Fair enough if Mr Disick had always had that hint of street edge in him but I just feel a bit cringe looking at the photo. Not saying he can't carry it off. Liking the "bit of rough" stubble and let's face it he is handsome chap I'm just not having it! Bring back Scott Disick, Lord of the Hampton's with the bold peak lapel tailoring and outlandish style.