A couple weeks ago we showed you Le Noeud Papillon’s Jacquard Woven Silk Bow Ties for the discriminating gentleman, and readers loved what they saw. Which makes me happy to know that LIAS readers care about quality craftsmanship, and people who push outside the standards of their fields to create something that is legitimately valuable, […]


Welcome to the inaugural edition of Checking In, the latest series in Lost In A Supermarket’s quest to cover all things we hold most dear. In this hotel review series sure we’d be tempted to just cover the most expensive or exclusive hotels in the world (who wouldn’t), but that will not be our sole […]


27 Apr
Cashmere/cotton tees with silk bandana sleeves

Porvocacao brings us NYC/Milan designer Adam Kimmel’s latest release, his new ‘Bandana Roll-Up Sleeve’ tshirt. In all there are four different colorways to choose from — black, beige, navy and blue — all made of cashmere/cotton with a silk cotton twill bandana design on the roll-up sleeves. Inspired by Snoop and his love of bandanas, […]


For only $190 Maison Martin Margiela has crafted the ultimate Key Chain — surely the most marvelous piece of work the Italians have invented since the Ferrari 250 GT. Since your simple mind probably can’t comprehend a design so intricate, we’ll try to break it down for you: OK, so there’s a ring made of […]


11 Apr
Corvette Z06 with Italian-penned looks at its best

Illustrious Milano design firm Zagato has penned some beautiful cars in its long history (including the stunning Alfa Romeo TZ3 Corsa, now also allegedly heading into production), but the Spada Vetture Sport Codatronca Monza has to be among its finest — which is saying a lot. The latest low-slung beast from Spada will be unveiled […]


11 Apr
Metal studded camouflage footwear

More limited edition footwear from luxury label Lanvin, these high-top sneakers feature a woven camouflage upper enhanced with numerous studs. The “Camo Stud” High-Tops are made in Italy of 90% cotton and 10% leather (trim), and can be acquired at Aloha Rag for $975.


Nicholas Atgemis doesn’t believe that luxurious goods — truly exceptional, well crafted menswear — need arrive from Milan or Paris or London or New York to be considered premium. With his Le Noeud Papillon label, Atgemis is looking to put Sydney on the luxury map by offering limited edition bow ties and pocket squares featuring […]


The famed Italian design firm Pininfarina has decided to collaborate with the good people at Bovet for a second time. Teaming up once before for Pininfarina’s 80th anniversary, the great response to their collaboration — notably Pininfarina’s first watch design — has encouraged them to re-unite to create the Amadeo45. Made of stainless steel and […]