Most people, even those who understand watches by their functions, will know that Rolex is so much more than a timepiece– it is a status symbol. In order to live up to the Rolex standard of refined construction, infallible accuracy and of course, luxury, a customizer with an intention to reinvent and add their personal marks to customize a Rolex will have to be synonymous to unparalleled style and uncompromising quality. For years, Bamford & Sons have been customizing Rolex watches, and in view of summer, the customizer has reworked the classic Rolex diver watch, the Daytona, in jet black steel, reinterpreting the meaning of luxury with a touch of youthful resilience.

A few years ago, the sartorial scene started a quiet revolution in the realm of mens accessories. Gone were the days of striped silk ties in primary colors. Or, good gracious style spirits forbid, critter ties and theme-printed ties. Designers started wondering what else they can make ties with, and interestingly, ties in new silhouettes, more contemporary, skinner cuts began to emerge. And later, selvedge denim, leather and knits become new materials to be embraced even in certain formal situations. Then, as the world became more open-minded about pushing the creative boundaries of men’s accessories, bow ties made a comeback from the forgotten old-world of dandyism. If there is someone who truly brought the spotlight back on bow ties (not to dismiss the rally of individual efforts of men everywhere who started donning the gentlemanly ribbon shapes once again), it was French designer Alexis Mabille. Known for his imaginative couture bow ties, it seems like there is no better person to create a bow tie inspired by DC Comic’s ultimate villain, the Joker, to celebrate DC Comics’ 75th Anniversary.