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Total Outfit: Hackett London by Shop And Trade

Great is the sun, and wide he goes
Through empty heaven with repose;
And in the blue and glowing days
More thick than rain he showers his rays.

Though closer still the blinds we pull
To keep the shady parlour cool,
Yet he will find a chink or two
To slip his golden fingers through.

The dusty attic spider-clad
He, through the keyhole, maketh glad;
And through the broken edge of tiles
Into the laddered hay-loft smiles.

Meantime his golden face around
He bares to all the garden ground,
And sheds a warm and glittering look
Among the ivy's inmost nook.

Above the hills, along the blue,
Round the bright air with footing true,
To please the child, to paint the rose,
The gardener of the World, he goes.

Summer Sun

Robert Louis Stevenson

Why I Love Greek Summer

Swimsuit & Shirt: Hackett London / Sunglasses: Tomas Maier

There are plenty of blog posts about summer in Greece. Too many to count, but the side that we locals get to see, the secret side is what keeps us coming back for those precious moments with friends near the sea.

Summer in Greece is not only concentrated on the islands of course; which is sometimes the only thing most visitors either get to or care to see. Athens is not a place to be avoided at all costs. The open air concerts, the festivals, the art, the bars, and the hustle and bustle of the beautiful magical Athenian summer night, can’t be described in words; it must be lived!

Here is my list of things that make a Greek summer complete.

Go to the beach early, and stay after sun down — always. (on those rare occasions that you sleep at a beach… wake up at dawn and take refreshing morning swim)
Go with friends, leave with more friends.
Eat at a small tavern, preferably overlooking the sea. Pick the small unassuming places not the ones featured in Conde Nast Traveler (sorry but it’s true).
The secret beaches are usually the best ones.
The secret beaches are the hardest to get to — for that exact same reason.
Leave your fucking mobile phone off and enjoy the sea, dive in, stay in and live in the moment.

EDITORS DIARYPasquale KaratzetzoJune 27, 2018HACKETT LONDON, HACKETT, SWIMWEAR, MENSWEAR, MENS FASHION, GENTLEMANS DIARY MAGAZINE, GENTLEMANS DIARY, GENTLEMAN, PASQUALE, PASQUALE KARATZETZOS, PASQUALE KARATZETZO, PASCHALIS KARATZETZOS, TOMAS MAIERComment

Dressing with style changes everything

It is actually not surprising that most men have no idea how to dress – it is a classic case of the blind leading the blind. Most guys will copy what their friends are wearing, happy to fit in and not attract any unnecessary attention. Some go one step further, emulating looks on billboards or in men’s lifestyle magazines. Others try to show off with luxury brands. A few give up entirely.

It’s not hard to dress well. It certainly requires far less money than most assume. However, it requires some patience and a willingness to try something new. Just as with any major undertaking, the first step involves a change of mindset.

You have to convince yourself that it’s good to dress well. This is very important. Become comfortable with the idea of permanently changing how you look. Give yourself the permission to reap the rewards.

The choose your clothes but not try hard! The easiest way to look fashionable and stylish is to choose a well tailored chino like the one that I am wearing in the pictures from Hackett London and a classic shirt with perfect fit.

EDITORS DIARYPasquale KaratzetzoApril 24, 2018HACKETT LONDON, HACKETT, GENTLEMAN, GENTLEMANS DIARY, GENTLEMANS DIARY MAGAZINE, PASQUALE, PASQUALE KARATZETZO, PASQUALE KARATZETZOS, PASCHALIS KARATZETZOS Comment

Craving Summer

Jacket: Hackett London / Shirt: Pepe Jeans / Pants: Antony Morato

Summer is the most carefree time of the year. After a long winter, I find myself craving the warmth of the summer sun and all the activities that come along with it. Here are a few reasons why you may be craving the summer season just like me.

Summer concerts: Whether you love country, rock, pop, or rap, you could not be more excited for your summer music venue to open it's door for summer. These nights become the ones you'll never forget.
County Fairs : Whether you live in a small country town or in a big city, the travel to any local fair over the summer is worth it.
Driving with the windows down : There's not a better feeling in the world than driving with the windows down during the summer and blaring your favorite music for all to hear.
Beach days : Sometimes you need to take a break from all the chaos that summer brings and just have a relaxing beach day with your friends. Whether you're on a lake or an ocean, nothing beats relaxing at the beach on a hot summer day.
Boating : Boating with family and friends during the summer months is how some of the best summer memories are made. Tubing and water skiing are just added bonuses to the fun of boating.
Hiking with family and friends is an experience all its own but nothing beats the rewarding view you get at the top.
Ice cream dates : You know that summer is right around the corner when your favorite ice cream shop opens for business in early spring. Over the summer you are guaranteed to always see someone you know when you go to get ice cream at your favorite local spot.
Old friends : Overall, the best summer memories are made when you meet up with your old high school friends and catch up like nothing has changed.

Shirt: Pepe Jeans / Pants: Antony Morato

EDITORS DIARYPasquale KaratzetzoMarch 21, 2018PEPE JEANS, HACKETT, HACKETT LONDON, PASQUALE KARATZETZOS, PASQUALE KARATZETZO, PASQUALE, PASCHALIS KARATZETZOS, GENTLEMANS DIARY MAGAZINE, GENTLEMANS DIARY, GENTLEMAN, FASHION, STYLE, STREET STYLEComment

How to wear the grey Hackett London suit

Suit: Hackett London / Shirt: Hackett London / Scarf: Personal Collection

When it comes to suits, nothing beats the staples. And by staples, we mean black, navy and grey. Navy and black have always had a general popularity for their adaptability, but grey also emerges as a worthy suit colour choice. In fact, grey suits have become more prevalent in street style, their versatility especially appealing to the younger market. For something clean, understated and classic, a grey suit does the trick. However grey can also be tricky to perfect. Done right grey reads youthful and modern; done wrong it will leave you looking outdated and frumpy. To style formal light grey suits, keep in mind that it is all about contrast. With your formal shirts, a crisp white shirt is failsafe paired with a black tie or a scarf, but do not fear to experiment with other colours. A muted powder blue complements light grey and other pastel tones can work well also. Balance out your silhouette with a slimmer tie to modernise your look. Don’t forget that accessories are crucial to pulling together an outfit. Find a unique patterned pocket square and fedora to make your suit pop and stick to silver watches, tie bars and cuff links to align with the grey tones of your look.