1. Felipe and Sons Barberdashery
Mezzanine A, LPL Mansion,
122 San Agustin St., 1227 Makati
“Men in Manila [are realizing] that they wish to and are willing to pamper themselves more,” says Bug Warren, one of the owners. Pampering, of course, does not mean just grooming but a complete offering of a gentleman’s needs. He, along with partners Marco Katigbak and Paulo Canivel, envisioned Felipe and Sons to be the ultimate man cave. The space exudes a retro
feel with polished wood furnishing, gray brick and vintage pop art, and is divided into three major areas: the haberdashery, the barbershop, and the lounge. Choose one of the nine stations for a luxury shave (P800), get fitted for a suit (starting at P18,000), order a pair of bespoke shoes (handmade by Sapatero Manila), relax at the lounge with a coffee or a single malt, or get your shoes shined in time for your next meeting.
2. Hommage Atelier
605 Madison Ave, Penthouse New York, NY 10022
Hommage Atelier, located in a discreet penthouse on Madison and known to be visited only by New York’s uppercrust, is the barbershop of the future. Leather seats warm the sleek, minimalist interiors and flat screens alternate between fireplaces. Upon entering, customers are greeted with a hot towel, complimentary scotch, and an iPad. Enjoy their black diamond dust facial or their black- tie prep package (available only after 5pm).
3. The Mandarin Barber
Mandarin Oriental, 5 Connaught Road, Central Hong Kong
One of Hong Kong’s most luxurious and popular barbershops, The Mandarin Barber has been around for decades in service of its loyal patrons. Reminiscent of a private gentleman’s club, the atmosphere is warm and welcoming. They offer VIP rooms for those who prefer to be away from other clients, while lifestyle massages, waxing treatments, and facials are performed in a private treatment room and the hotel’s legendary Shanghainese pedicures can be enjoyed from the comforts of the dedicated pedicure room.
4. Huckle the Barber
340 Old St, Shoreditch, London EC1V 9DS
Huckle the Barber perfects old school techniques and new school concepts. Taking pride in being a community-driven barbershop, it features on its walls different paintings from local artists and holds gigs for upcoming singers and bands. Before artists perform their set, they are first filmed getting a haircut. Huckle the Barber puts a fun twist on social gatherings and getting a trim. Haircuts start at £35 while beard trims start at £12.
5. Truefitt and Hill
9 Ann Siang Rd, Singapore 069690
Founded by William Truefitt in London, Truefitt and Hill has been around for over two centuries and is known as the oldest running barbershop in the world. Known for excellent facilities and a line of grooming services, it has expanded globally to Asian countries such as Singapore and Malaysia.