Ultimate Toys for Men

The brands and manufacturers featured in this coffee table book stand for authenticity, heritage, and craftsmanship. Many look back on decades, even centuries, of tradition, yet remain contemporary because they do not follow the spirit of the times, but help shape it.

The selection is deliberately personal and subjective, but never arbitrary: icons from the worlds of watchmaking, bespoke clothing, automotive culture, stationery, cuisine, grooming, accessories, and design.

Bastian Sklarek has over a decade of experience working in strategic brand and communication consulting. Since 2009, he has advised clients in the luxury and lifestyle sector, focusing on watches, the automotive industry, design, and fashion. His portfolio includes strategic brand consultancy, media and public relations, event and sponsorship activation, and branding concepts. Throughout his career, he has collaborated with some of the world’s most prestigious brands and luxury groups, including the Porsche Lifestyle Group, Lamborghini and Gerhard D. Wempe, as well as LVMH and Richemont Group houses. He specialises in translating brand values into compelling communication strategies and creating narratives that connect luxury, lifestyle and innovation.