Steve McQueen was more than an actor—he was a cultural icon who embodied rugged swagger, cool defiance, and a passion for speed. Known for films like Bullitt and The Great Escape, McQueen blurred the lines between Hollywood glamour and gearhead grit, which made him an enduring symbol of masculinity.

Some opportunities come along that feel bigger than just design or clothing - they feel like a chance to pay respect to someone who helped shape your path. That’s exactly what the McQueen x &SONS collaboration has meant to us.

This is the tenth Father’s Day without my dad. Steve Nelson was as devilishly handsome as he was dangerously charming, and he loved me as much as I love him, which is a lot. Every day I desperately want to talk to him, laugh with him, and ask his advice about how to navigate this increasingly confusing life, but I can’t, so instead I turn to my father figures.

There’s a weight many men carry. A constant tension between who we are, who we think we should be, and who we fear we might become if we stop trying so hard.

The smell of smoke on your clothes. The hiss of coffee on a fire. That quiet satisfaction of knowing you packed just enough - and packed it right.

There’s something about nautical style that never drifts too far from shore. Worn originally by sailors, fishermen, dockworkers and adventurers, it wasn’t created in fashion houses - it was built on the decks of fishing boats and navy ships for life at sea. Yet over the years, those practical, salt-weathered staples made their way inland, carrying with them a sense of freedom and effortless style.

There’s something ritualistic about getting dressed on a Sunday. Whether you're heading out for brunch, browsing the local market, or just enjoying a quiet moment with a coffee and a good book, Sunday is a mood.

As part of our ongoing Pioneers Series, we had the pleasure of sitting down with award-winning author, illustrator, and storyteller Benji Davies. Best known for his much-loved picture books The Storm Whale and Grandad's Island, Benji’s work is celebrated for its warmth, depth, and ability to explore life’s big themes through simple, heartfelt narratives.