Journal
Men’s Waistcoats Explained: The Essential Guide
The waistcoat is one of formalwear’s most transformative pieces. It brings structure to a suit, adds depth to a morning look, and, when worn well,...
Ladies' Eveningwear Codes Explained
An expressive guide to eveningwear codes, from black tie to cocktail, with Le Smoking tailoring and velvet-silk layers making autumn dressing feel assured and contemporary.
Smoking Hot! Why We Love The Cigarette Trouser
Hailing from Christian Dior’s 1954 H-Line collection, the Cigarette trouser continues to be a sleek chic alternative to dresses for eveningwear, with our eclectic collection...
The Modern Black Tie Code Explained
A modern guide to black tie in rich autumn tones, where velvet, silk and considered detailing bring fresh energy to the evening wardrobe.
The Feminine Waistcoat
A fashion-led exploration of the feminine waistcoat, from its historical roots to its modern relevance as a sharp, elegant layer for women’s tailoring.
The Formal Dress Shirt
A stylish deep dive into the formal dress shirt, tracing its history, rules and modern reinvention through the details that define impeccable evening dress.
The Art Of Summer Linen
Master warm-weather dressing with Favourbrook’s linen tailoring – refined, breathable, and effortlessly elegant.
The Serena Circle Dress: A Study in Movement, Romance, and Silk
Float through every season in our signature Serena Circle Dress, where fluid silk georgette meets timeless femininity.
From Vows to the Small Hours: Eveningwear For Weddings
A late-summer wedding that slips from golden hour into moonlight is the perfect excuse to embrace formal eveningwear: sharp black tie, glamorous coats and dresses,...
Looking Back At Royal Ascot 2026
From our Royal Ascot preview event to a memorable week on course, a look back at Royal Ascot 2026 through the lens of racing, occasion...
How To Dress For A Mediterranean Wedding
From breathable linen suiting to floral silk coats, Favourbrook’s latest collections make Mediterranean wedding dressing a pleasure rather than a logistical puzzle.
Five Looks For Ladies' Day
Dressing for Royal Ascot is always an event, but Ladies' Day raises the bar a notch as the lenses train themselves on the best-dressed. These...
How to Dress for Ascot's Royal Enclosure
A guide to dressing for the Royal Enclosure with judgement, confidence and a proper sense of occasion, from morning suits and waistcoats to the finer...
Before You Leave For Ascot
A practical guide to preparing for Royal Ascot, from morning coats and occasionwear to top hats, alterations, accessories and the details best not left until...
The Art Of Refreshing Morning Dress
A guide to refreshing a morning suit for Royal Ascot through texture, tonal contrast and considered finishing touches, from pastel waistcoats to patterned accessories.
Silk Carnaby Coats: Effortless Elegance for a Hot British Summer
Discover Favourbrook’s silk Carnaby coats - light, shimmering, and boldly patterned for cool elegance at Royal Ascot and hot summer events.
The Most Lightweight Morning Coats You Can Buy
Morning coats are typically worn in the summer so why are so many cut in heavy wool cloth? At Favourbrook, we have a selection of...
Trust Your Local Dry Cleaner
A coffee spill, a ruined morning suit and a frantic race against time. Set inside an everyday launderette and dry cleaner, Favourbrook’s latest Royal Ascot...
A Guide To Formal Trousers
Higher on the waist, cleaner through the leg and designed to drape rather than cling, formal trousers change the entire silhouette. From morning dress and...
What We're Wearing To The Chelsea Flower Show
Chelsea Flower Show begins on May 19, showcasing some of the worlds finest horticultural talents. Even if you're not green-fingered, it's a chance to socialise...
The Favourbrook Trouser Style Guide
We produce a number of different formal trouser styles at Favourbrook - this is the definitive guide on fit so you have the utmost confidence...
Linen Waistcoats For Weddings And Summer Events
Summer weddings and outdoor events call for tailoring that keeps you looking sharp without overheating. This week we spotlight our collection of lightweight linen waistcoats...
Runners, Riders, Revellers: Get Ready for Royal Ascot 2026
There is little room for subjective interpretation when it comes to the dress code for the Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot, but that's not to...
It's A Hold Up: The Return Of Braces
As trouser styles gravitated towards the hips, braces looked destined for the menswear scrapheap, but a new wave of sartorial clamour has made them more...
How to Dress for Ascot: The Favourbrook Guide to Womenswear
Discover how to dress for Ascot with Favourbrook’s womenswear guide, from race day dresses and occasion coats to hats, tonal styling and limited-run pieces made...
What to Wear to Garsington Opera 2026: Dress Codes, Style Tips, and Festival Highlights
Fast becoming one of the highlights of the season, the Garsington Opera at Wormsley is a beautiful occasion to dress up for...
Fresh Summer Looks For Ladies
Summer is finally here, and it’s time to embrace lighter fabrics, softer colours, and silhouettes that feel as good as they look. From flowing midi...
Dressing For A Royal Garden Party
Over 30,000 people are invited to the Royal Garden parties each year. If you've been lucky enough to get an invitation, we'll show you how...
Demystifying Dress Codes: The Ultimate Guide to Black Tie
Traditional black tie is splendid and perfect for most, but for those with a streak of rebellion, there are certain ways to bend the rules...
How To Style A Summer Suit
With the UK bathed in glorious weather this week, it's the perfect time to examine the intricacies and details of styling a summer suit, paying...