The Patina Log

Sartoria Dalcuore Suit Review

On 28 February 2021, exactly one year ago, we heard the heartbreaking news of the passing of Master Tailor Luigi “Gigi” Dalcuore, founder...

Feb 28, 20227 min read

Sagara has been producing handwelted boots since 2010, which is a relatively long time for Indonesian bootmakers. Back in 2014 when I...

Feb 11, 20227 min read

Seiko released the original Cocktail Time – the SARB065 – for the Japanese domestic market in 2010. While I’ve always had an interest in...

Aug 1, 20216 min read

As two married men (with each other’s wives), we thought we’d compile our thoughts on wedding suits. While our friends and families do...

Mar 31, 202116 min read

Heat is one of my worst enemies, and wearing shorts is one of the best ways for me to keep cool. However, looking smart with shorts is a...

Mar 19, 20213 min read

It’s been two years since Timex unveiled the Q Timex Reissue. It’s been hyped and overhyped. I’ve considered buying it, but I’d be lying...

Mar 5, 20214 min read

One of the main reasons we invest in welted shoes is the ability to resole them. Since I first delved into welted shoes, I’ve resoled two...

Feb 22, 20213 min read

Standing out in classic menswear is difficult, and I’d argue that it’s even more difficult with men’s leather goods. With shoes you can...

Feb 5, 20214 min read

I was recently given a rare chance to visit the factory of Fortuna Shoes in Bandung, West Java, Indonesia. I had the opportunity to see...

Nov 6, 20196 min read

After our go-to tailor stopped tailoring altogether to become a tattoo artist, Nikki and I were on the lookout for new tailoring houses....

Aug 18, 20195 min read