| Tuesday 2 September, 2008 |
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Am
I the only man to miss the simple joys in
life, like an understated gin and tonic
or a simple glass of fine Islay Scotch?
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Whether
in a fine-cut
suit or a more casual attire, can you see
any man retaining even a hint of integrity whilst
leaning against the bar and ordering a tall vodka
and Pussy?
"Actually," he croons, raising one
eyebrow in homage to the genius of Connery, "Make
it a brandy and Cocaine."
Fail. Instant and savage. Now, if this theoretical
gent with the mild style-fracture had just held
out for the recent opening of Alfred Dunhill
everything would have been fine.
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Whilst
next month's return of Selfridge's
formal menswear room will come as a relief
to many an urban chap, and there are always
those other traditional dens of gentlemanly
pomposity in Mayfair, with its sports massages,
cut-throat shaves, haircuts, bespoke tailors,
private screening room, and charming cognac
and whisky basement bar, the new Dunhill
finally offers a one-stop shop for the contemporary
discerning gentleman.
And no Pussy allowed.
Pussy • Cocaine • Dunhill |
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TODAY'S
EVENT PICKS |
Artist Udomsak Krisanamis appreciates urban peepshows, bright colours and debris. Victoria Miro Gallery. 10am-6pm. 16 Wharf Rd, N1. Free |
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6 bands, 2 stages, 1 bespoke Fistful of Fandago. See 'em whilst they're hot at 229. 8pm. 229 Gt Portland St, W1. £12. |
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Intriguing antiquity explored by candlelight? Sir John Soane loved it. Sir John Soane's Museum. 6pm-9pm. 13 Lincoln's Inn Fields, WC2. Free. |
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He's fleshed-out his name, so you'd hope Peter Doherty would show for his solo set. Rhythm Factory. 16-18 Whitechapel Rd, E1. £20. |
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