Davide Baroncini of Ghiaia is likely one of the most fashionable males I do know, however we hadn’t met in particular person till this summer season in Paris, the place Davide was displaying out of a top-floor appartment within the metropolis. 

Assembly hadn’t essentially been required as a result of Davide’s easygoing model comes throughout so effectively in his imagery, notably his model appears to be like. These had been the main focus of a PS article a few years in the past, the place Davide and I talked by a handful of them: what lay behind that down-to-earth model, and what they had been primarily based on from his personal life. We additionally related as fathers and it was basically a stunning dialog.

In particular person, Davide doesn’t disappoint. Wearing a easy long-sleeved polo and battered Ghiaia chinos, he appeared nice, easy, regardless of the ravages of the warmth. Davide will not be the face of the model in fairly the identical method as his earlier employer – Brunello Cucinelli – however you may see how he may very well be. And admittedly his model is much more pure.

Type is the principle purpose we cowl Ghiaia, however among the merchandise are additionally beautiful. They’re a bit of costly, because it’s extra of a luxurious model working a wholesale mannequin, however there are some actual gems in there. One of many important causes to fulfill was so we may run by all the pieces and check out it.

Beneath are our favorite items we noticed. Some, such because the sandals, have been out there for some time, however many of the others shall be popping out on the Ghiaia website or of their stockists (Mr Porter, FWRD, Shinsagae and Liberty) this winter.

Waxed cotton-canvas trench coat

The yellow raincoat is a traditional, but it surely’s usually made in rubberised cottons or extra function-driven kinds. This waxed cotton is best – the coat instantly feels worn-in, prefer it’s been hanging on a peg by the entrance door for years. 

The model is straightforward and extra traditional raincoat than a sou’wester: good horn buttons, a belt and epaulettes, however no different particulars. It’s a giant reduce, designed to go over all the pieces and cinch in. There’s additionally a hip-length model which is less complicated to put on style-wise. 

Denims Shirt 

The Ghiaia shirts typically are extra attention-grabbing than the knitwear, a minimum of for me. Respectable cotton knits are pretty simple to seek out however effectively styled informal shirts will be more durable. 

The one above is the Denims Shirt, which apparently is a brand new Ghiaia piece for this autumn. In a weighty cotton, it has a collar that’s longer than the mainstream however not an excessive amount of, good pockets, and a cushty match. Harking back to the Rubato ‘R’ shirts, it is also much less of an overshirt than Ghiaia’s different model the Working Shirt. 

Barracuda cashmere sweater

Having mentioned that with regard to knitwear, the Ghiaia full-zip ribbed knit above was very nice. I typically don’t like full zips as they have a tendency to bulk out across the waist and be surprisingly tight within the neck. However the match on this one was excellent. 

It’s additionally a brand new launch for autumn, though only a variation on the existing quarter-zip Davide already does. 

Pescatore leather-based sandal

I’ve grow to be a little bit of a convert to leather-based fisherman’s sandals since I got a pair from Ralph Lauren Purple Label last year. They’re very cool in sizzling climate in comparison with any idler, however nonetheless cowl your toes. The bottom line is carrying them with a reasonably relaxed outfit elsewhere (a minimum of for me) in order that they don’t really feel too uncommon. 

Davide’s model is a nicer final form than my Ralph ones, that are a bit of pointy. They’re extra snug than Grenson, nicer than Church’s, and smarter than Paraboot. I want the buckle had been rather less shiny and branded, however that’s a private model factor – I dislike manufacturers on the skin of something.

Among the many remainder of the Ghiaia vary, I wouldn’t personally go for the easy cotton or cashmere knits, and the cashmere jogging tops/bottoms are beautiful however too luxe for me personally. 

The chinos are good, and those Davide was carrying had been sturdy proof of how effectively they age. They’re a bit of excessive and extensive, however that’s undoubtedly a class some readers will differ to me on, and the colors are excellent.

In actual fact that’s one of many important benefits of a model the place you want their style: you belief the alternatives on issues like color, even in the event you can’t see them in particular person. The yellow cotton Ghiaia knits are the proper shade for instance, and the best way they’re mixed with denim shirts exhibits the aesthetic superbly (beneath). 

If anybody else has questions concerning the merchandise, tell us. They’re not simple to see within the UK however Lucas and I’ve each tried a number of, plus Lucas has visited the shop in LA.