Gentlemen: the next time you find yourself in London, indulge in a royal-standard grooming and wardrobe experience by visiting establishments that hold a Royal Warrant — a distinguished designation given to select suppliers of goods and services to the Royal Family. Start with the Ultimate Grooming Experience (100 minutes / £155 / about $263) at Truefitt & Hill, the world’s oldest continuously operating barbershop. After a meticulous shave and grooming session, continue to Dege & Skinner at 10 Savile Row for a bespoke suit fitting. Founded in 1865, Dege & Skinner remains one of only two family-run bespoke tailoring houses still based on Savile Row and also offers an extensive selection of club and regimental ties.
After lunch, refresh your wardrobe at Thresher & Glenny on 1 Middle Temple Lane. A Royal Warrant holder since 1783, Thresher & Glenny provides made-to-measure shirts, jackets and evening wear, as well as the Clemdan Ready for Service range — a line of ready-to-wear wardrobe essentials for the modern gentleman. Complete your look with a pair of cufflinks from Garrard, the world’s oldest jewelry house, and a classic hat from Gieves & Hawkes, the historic hatter to King George III and outfitter of Lord Nelson before the Battle of Trafalgar. With these refinements, you’ll be well dressed for an evening cocktail.