Our emergence from lockdown might be turning into a stop-start affair, but there are some things that have already got the green light for this month. From a vintage-style digital camera to something that will change your car journeys forever, here’s SLMan’s roundup of the hottest new things to check out in August…

Not in the mood? You’re not alone. Research shows a low sex drive is surprisingly common, with everything from stress to exercise playing into the equation. SLMan rounded up a group of experts for some words of advice. From changing your approach to desire to why it could be worth taking a supplement, here’s what they had to say…

Thought charisma was something you were born with? Apparently not. SLMan asked two experts for a few pointers on how to be more confident, engaging and downright charming. Here’s what they told us...

There’s something satisfying about a well-stocked drinks cabinet. To find out what should be inside it, we went to Agostino Perrone – The Connaught’s director of mixology – and Giorgio Bargiani, head mixologist at the hotel’s bar, for some advice…

When he launched Mr Start in east London more than a decade ago, Philip Start put a modern spin on tailoring. Whether you’re looking for made to measure or ready to wear, his Shoreditch shop has become a destination for discerning men in search of sharp suiting. Here, he tells SLMan what he’s learnt from a distinguished life in style…

Your first tool kit is a rite of passage – you’re not a fully fledged grown-up until you own one. If you need a steer on its essential components, Andrew Georgious from hardware specialist Robert Dyas has put together this definitive list of the items that will fulfil all your basic DIY needs.

By the end of June, it was estimated a record 9.3m people – around one-quarter of the UK workforce – had been furloughed. If you’re returning to work – and are going back having taken a bit of a blow to your confidence – here’s how to make your mark and get back into the swing of things.

Paul Archard is co-founder of Black Cow, the world’s first pure milk vodka brand. From studying sculpture at art college to running a production company in LA and London, he always wanted to do his own thing. Here, he tells SLMan how he’s now doing exactly that from west Dorset…

Those in the know are big fans of jerk seasoning as a way to add flavour to food. A winner on chicken and pork, this tasty spice mix will transport you to the Caribbean in an instant. Here, three chefs share their top tips and recipes with SLMan…

Dismissed for decades as a late-night shot as opposed to a smooth sipping spirit, tequila has had a bad rap. To celebrate National Tequila Day this Friday, we spoke to a trio of experts from three modern tequila houses to find out why Mexico’s national drink is now the most interesting spirit on the market – and how to drink it properly…

If you’re one of the many for whom working from home is now a regular thing, it’s worth investing in a headset. Not only do they make Zoom calls more efficient, they’ll free up both of your hands. SLMan asked Julie Watling of specialist retailer Communications Solutions how to find the right headset for you…

Thai recipes often demand a long list of ingredients, making it more of a cuisine you’d go out to eat than something to cook at home. Here, Farang chef-owner Sebby Holmes shows how you can capture the authentic spicy, sour and salty taste of Thai food with just seven ingredients or fewer…