F. Scott Fitzgerald famously wrote that “there are no second acts in American lives.” Thankfully, Tom Chapman is British. The influential luxury retail entrepreneur, best known for co-founding Matches Fashion and transforming it from a single London boutique into a globally recognized e-commerce destination, sold the business in 2017. But retirement never seemed to suit someone with such a discerning eye for beautiful things. Five years later, he launched ABASK, a meticulously curated platform celebrating timeless objects and the artisans behind them. Whether you’re searching for a standout host present (sterling cocktail picks!) or the perfect gift for dad (a wooden backgammon set!), ABASK is a true treasure trove for every occasion. Just in time for Father’s Day, the father of three and man who has long understood the art of good taste sits in Dress Code’s Haute Seat.
Scent: Tobacco Leaf by Miller Harris. (It helps me manage a past smoking habit.)
Watch: An IWC Schaffhausen, given to me when we sold the business [Matches Fashion]. It’s the only thing I own that reminds me to slow down and enjoy the moment.
Sunglasses: Jacques Marie Mage—bold, heavy frames that let me hide behind them with confidence.
Pajamas: Schostal. I have far too many. I get completely carried away in the insatiable chaos of their store in Rome. I really need to stop going.
