Pitti Uomo is the Italian trade show that has become a world stage for the street-style stars who now influence where menswear goes next. For last week’s edition, SLMan contributor Alistair Guy was in Florence on trend reconnaissance duties. Picking his way through the peacocks with photographer Alex Natt, he had five key takeaways…

Been braving the minus-numbered winter in your usual gym kit? There’s no need. Here’s some sportswear that will actually keep you warm…

Matrix-style shades are now in the rear-view mirror. They’ve been overtaken by Ayrton Senna – the patron saint of pilot sunnies. The F1 legend’s softer aviators hark back to a golden era of classic cars and free-flowing champagne. Here’s why we’re sold…

Skiing is inherently stylish. There’s the smooth slaloming of a good skier, of course, but think too of the easy pace of life in the mountains and the luxe appeal of a good chalet. It’d be a shame to ruin all of that with terrible kit. That’s why SLMan has gathered this season’s finest pieces in one place – so you can arrive at après looking like Pierce Brosnan in The World Is Not Enough.

From neat home accessories and cutting-edge gadgets to cool garb and the latest grooming products, here’s what we’ve got our eye on...

Cutting it fine this year? You can still save Christmas by sneaking one of these high-quality and quick-delivery gifts under the wire…

You aced the office party. Now it’s time for mulled wine with old mates and turkey dinners with obscure relatives. Covering all your styling inspiration needs, here’s Maiya with a look for each of next week’s main events.

Ashley, Bert, Conall, Darragh… The named storms are piling up. If you’ve got a family walk on the horizon, you’ll want some heavy-duty kicks for the occasion. This season’s best boots will see you right in the city too.