The Motorcycle Arrives

In honour of Javelin's new Barbour Steve McQueen Campaign, the guys at TripleMoto have lent us a Triumph Bonneville T100 (which to those of you who are not in the know is a massive shiny motorcycle!) Polished to perfection, it arrived this morning and is now the star of our window display. Well ... one of the stars, Steve McQueen is there too. The bike had to have a little cool down outside the front of the shop first and then it was installed by our creative stylist with the help of Henry and the Triple Moto guys. I would have helped but I was taking pictures, and I didn't really want to.

Above is a picture of many concentrating faces negotiating the bike into the window whilst inquisitive Ben watches from the sideline. He's probably thinking of a question to ask.

So come see the finished windows, which will be in for the next few weeks.

Layer up...

 September has turned cold so it is time to get layering. This is an essential fashion skill for the colder months and it's easy. Javelin has a few tips - if you were going to wear one top, wear four instead; when putting on a coat, think 'could I wear a gilet under this?'; never ever leave the house without at least six items of knitwear on and leave more time for dressing/undressing because all those layers are going to take longer. For tops to layer, see American Vintage, they do great basics in a rainbow of colours. For warm boots, try Sorel and Fly. Coats - Ted Baker, or for a more country casual look - Barbour. Team everything with skinny jeans (because they balance out the bulk of all the layers up top) And don't forget: Knits, Knits, Knits.

And we've not forgotten the boys. How about a velvet jacket from Scotch & Soda for a textured layer? Add chinos, shirt and scarf to complete. There, not difficult was it?

Menswear Trend

For Autumn Winter Menswear this year, the Gentry look is back. From Burberry to Michael Bastian, designers were producing tweeds, tartans and cords in warm autumnal colours. As residents of Suffolk, the Country Gentlemen trend is very close to Javelin's heart so above we've put together a key outfit for the season. We have used Tommy Hilfiger Fallon Chinos with a Barbour Essential V-Neck Knit, a Diesel Spotari Shirt and a Scotch & Soda Cord Blazer. Then we accessorise with a Barbour Tartan Wool Cap and a Paolo Vandini Guard Boot. This look is great for the colder months because it is layered, practical and warm whilst also being fashionable and creating an air of gentlemanly class.