Object | Dries Van Noten - Patterned Silk Waistcoat

Remember the "Elegance"-cardigan by Dries Van Noten? This waistcoat has similar belt-detailing as well as a subtle pinstripe pattern in the front and a silk red pattern in the back.

Usually I'm not that keen on wearing waistcoats. In fact, I've never done it except as part of a suit on formal occasions. It's not that I'm opposed to the waiscoat as a stand-alone piece, in fact I find that it can look real sharp when done right. It's just that it never seemed like my stile. But this one's got me thinking that maybe I just hadn't found the right one, although I'd prefer if the front and back were uniform. (Buy)

News | Future Collectables

Celebrating their 40th anniversary british retailer Browns has collaborated with some of the world's top brands, including Dior, Dries Van Noten and Moncler, to make a collection of limited edition pieces based on the brands' iconic designs, called Future Collectables. If you need some basics, you could definitely do worse. (Check)

Object | Dries Van Noten - Elegance Cardigan

I think I've mentioned it before but I've got sort of a thing for purple clothes. Not the bright purple kind, but darker, more full shades of purple. In my opinion it's a really great accent color that compliments a lot of other ones. So, it's pretty much a no-brainer that this cardigan from Dries Van Noten is right up my alley.

It's a thinly knitted cardigan in a soft cotton/alpaca mix. Unlike most cardigans the fit isn't bulky but rather slim and a bit longer which I appreciate. The belt is also a nice detail that gives this piece an extra dose of that elegance the name alludes to.

Advent Calendar | #21 Dries Van Noten - "Preston" Wool Pants

The belgian master of tailoring strikes once again. Dries Van Noten brings us these exquisitely tailored wool pants called "Preston" via Scandinavia's finest, Très Bien Shop. The only problem with these beauties is that they're no longer available in my size. Bummer!

Advent Calendar | #9 Dries Van Noten - 'Robbins' Wool Coat

As many options as there are out there when it comes to outerwear, if you wan't to look truly sophisticated and grown up,  there's no way around it, there's only one option: the wool coat. The mother of all outerwear. The classic.

And since it's a classic you should try and keep it that way. That means no crazy experimental details and stick to basic colours like dark grey,navy or black. 

My own personal favorite comes from the noted minimalist Dries Van Noten who definitely has got it nailed down. Small notched lapel, single-breasted, three buttoned. Two jetted pockets, one breast pocket and three internal. A slim silhouette and a single vent in the back. That's all it takes to perfect a classic.

Object | Dries Van Noten - Desert Bag

Some things are more exciting to buy than others. Shoes, bags and accesories are always easy ways to give your wardrobe that much-needed injection. Lately a number of good offerings has caught my eye so I'd thought I'd share them with you.

First out is this desert bag from the belgian designer Dries Van Noten. A bit on the expensive side maybe, but we all have to indulge ourselves every once in a while, don't we? The pictures, as usual, don't really do this one justice so if you have the opportunity I suggest you check it out in person. For those of you who don't have that opportunity I can tell you a few things about it. It's a duffle/weekend bag (who can tell the difference anymore?) in a beautiful, beat-up looking sand colored canvas with brown leather handles and detailing. The shoulder strap is removable. Another interesting detail on this one is the flap that runs straight across the bag. Très Bien got it, if you like me have a thing for impulsive buying.

External | Now Honoring - Dries Van Noten

The Moment catches up with the Belgian designer Dries Van Noten who recently won the Couture Council's Award for Artistry of Fashion. Van Noten talks about what it's like to run a fast-growing business and why he prefers travelling in his mind. (Read it)