Alvarez Gomez Cologne Brings the Bright Notes of the Sunny Mediterranean

Old Reino de Espana, or Spain, as most of us know it, has always been portrayed through its many unique traditions. You may be reminded of it while listening to the romantic sounds of the guitar, perhaps while watching a  colorful flamenco performance or while feeling the thrill of the running of the bulls. As for the  bewitching scent evoking the ''land of the setting sun'', the name the Greeks gave Spain around 600 b.c., this was created under Madrid's hot Mediterranean rays in the country's oldest, most prestigious perfumery, Alvarez Gomez. 

Dating back to 1899, this pioneering family-owned brand harnessed the benefits of essential plant oils as well as floral essences in creating their lines of cosmetics, elixirs, and perfumes. While some costumers describe Alvarez Gomez as the historic company developing products with an all time classic fragrance, others have adopted it recently because of its fresh scent and the modern vibe of the cheery, bright golden label. Balancing associations between old and new, the Mediterranean-inspired scent will forever remain distinct through its unaltered fine quality.

Purchasing the Agua de Colonia Concentrada, launched in 1912, you will not only get your hands on an old-school bottle but are bound to dive into a fiesta of lively rhythm. A delight for zesty scent lovers, splashing this cologne on, you'll be greeted by fresh citruses, charmed by aromatic herbs and surprised by subtle bitter tones. As you probably guessed, the luring agua uses only natural ingredients: a blend of Mediterranean plants, flowers and fruits. Invigorating, fresh, iconic, this is what the sunny, dry summer in Madrid smells like!

If the cologne got you hooked, remember the stylish energizing scent comes in other skin care products as well. Try the invigorating Alvarez Gomez Aqua de Colonia Refreshing Perfumed Towels for a ''breath of Spanish air'' or the Alvarez Gomez Relaxing Bath Salts next time you feel like spoiling yourself with a ''Hollywood bath''. The Alcohol-free Roll-on Deodorant or the Alcohol-free Spray Deo share more characteristics than the lack of alcohol; they are both effective, gentle, matching all skin types. The softness of the blue waves was compressed into the luxurious Alvarez Gomez Concentrated Cologne Soap Bar; the nourishing Moisturizing Body Lotion hydrates exquisitely because of its olive oil basis. 

Looking for a Mediterranean inspired scent to remind you of the happy-spirited Spain? You need not look 'further! Alvarez Gomez brings you Madrid's hot, traditional summer vibe. 

Sophisticated Brands for First-Class Traveling

Presenting yourself in the best possible light is ideal no matter if you board a flight for closing a business deal or to enjoy that long-awaited holiday time off. Therefore when traveling, one must-have besides passport and camera should always be your trusted grooming products. Luxurious as they are, these need to be accommodated into practical fashionable accessories with both an attractive presentation and a secure storage guarantee. 

Pierotucci Toscanella Leather Dopp Bag

''Made to last a lifetime'' the Dovo Safety Razor Leather Case is hand-made of top-grain leather to fit most of the Merkur Double-Edge Razors with the exception of the Vision model. Secure because of its nylon-zipper closure and its built-in strap to hold the razor in place, the sleek soft case fits the traveler's basic shaving necessities. Another chic, well-constructed companion for the man on the move is the Travel Leather Case for Merkur Futur Razor. Even though the name individualizes one specific model, the stylish, ebony case also fits if you are in possession of the Merkur 12C or 38 C. 

If away for a longer time, you do not need to think economy regarding your grooming/skin care ritual. The array of roomy toiletry bags offered by Italian brand Pierotucci's Toscanella collection will help you pack all the essentials and more. Examples of modern innovation, the double zipped bags in black, tobacco or dark brown leather are simply exquisite. Said to be carrying the warmth of Tuscany in their design, the compact vegetable tanned bags include spaces for pens, keys, cell phones apart from the 3 zipped compartments. The brand from Florence knows the ways of fashionable convenience, always considering what could come in handy during your trip. 

Choose to be sophisticated no matter where you find yourself. Luxury wether in the most basic or highly elaborated rituals, can be maintained and improved by using first-class traveling accessories. 

Golden Head Leather Goods for Men: Your Stylish Every Day Companions

For some elegance is synonymous with the refined simplicity of the color black. But why settle for the one nuance when you can obtain the grandeur in appearance through more than the darkest of all shades? Referred to as the ''unique brand of eternal classic'', Golden Head offers harmony and variety in their noble collections made of the finest top grain leathers. Among the smooth numerous products, one can find stylish companions to match every occasion, chic accessories to be proud of. 

From humble beginnings in 1979, the horned helmet German logo has become internationally renowned as a brand promoting quality, where the natural structure of leather is to be encountered in every piece used. Think about it: wallets hand dyed matching your outfits, compact credit card cases easy to use or practical stylish key holders guaranteed to secure your small personal belongings. Contemporary design meets Solingen tradition in the three or six piece manicure sets, smooth on the exterior and filled with professional Zwilling instruments.

Decisions, decisions... versatility is what this leather expert is all about! The Golden Head Colorado line of leather accessories for men broadens your perspectives allowing you to choose according to your needs but also preferences concerning the color palette. Colorado stands for leather which reflects its history, luxurious after it had been dyed and given a remarkable two tone effect. Almost all products from the wide wallet line to the fine manicure sets are available in burgundy, tobacco or ebony black. 

Brighten your horizons by choosing elegance in different shades. Accessorize with the ''Real Golden Head. For Good Men only.''

Solingen: Supremacy coined in Medieval Times

Dovo straight razor marks proudly carrying the Solingen denomination.
(Photo of Solingen by madebybo on flickr)

The only city with a law-protected name in association to certain products, Solingen located in Germany's North-Rhine Westphalia began its tradition in cutlery even before the settlement gained city status. Aiming for quality of the highest standards, the perfectionist sword smiths of the Middle Ages created an impeccable image which has been maintained and appreciated throughout time.

From sharp weapons used in battles by brave knights to precise scissors and 90% of country's knives, the ''city of blades'' manufactures the finest razors for nothing but the perfect shave. 

Located in the Wupper Valley, the German city benefits of the perfect conditions for metal production; a reason why the two chief manufacturing branches are cutlery and hardware. 

Solingen has been a registered trademark ever since 1938 even though the art of cutlery had sharpened its way long before then. The fact that the name stands law protected, brings the buyer the quality guarantee that certain craftsmanship stages are respected and the end product corresponds the perfection prototype. Even though technology has advanced, most of the Solingen cutlery is made by hand. 

The first company which gained fame through the city's strong image was Henckels, later followed by Dreiturm, Dovo, Wusthof, Boker, Hen & Rooster, Timor, Eickhorn-Solingen, Franz Gude, Kretzer, Robuso, Herder, Niegeloh Solingen. 

If you're a wet shaving enthusiast, some of these brands might actually ring a bell. The image of the knight was captured into a logo by the experts of Dovo while its subsidiary, Merkur individualizes the highest shaving culture using the name of the only liquid metal. Durable, flexible and definitely intelligent are also Timor's shiny begats.  The Solingen ''masterpieces in steel'' have proven to be industrial art bringing users all over the world more than easy handling and sharp edges. 

No matter if you are picking Timor's straight razors, Dovo's professional scissors or Merkur's polished shaving sets, the Solingen name pledges perfection. Be a clean-cut gentleman and discover the supreme quality of all epochs!

Luciano Barbera's classic style

Luciano Barbera noted that if everyone follows the rules of men's fashion, their clothes would all look like everyone else's. It is better to have a little originality. To him, a man of style does not follow all the rules of fashion but adapts them to suit his personal taste. Absorb what is useful; leave behind what is unnecessary.

In the same way, the Barbera clothing line shows that elegance and sopistication is more than just great looking clothes. The clothing line follows the natural balance between innovation and tradition. By using the changes in society to inspire instead of following the latest trends, men's wear becomes classic and original at the same time.


And to seamlessly blend with this distinguished clothing line, try these Italian leather accessories from Pierotucci.