Josh Sims

Josh Sims is a freelance writer and editor based in the U.K. He’s a contributor to The Times (London), Esquire, Robb Report, Vogue and The South China Morning Post, among other publications. He has written on everything from space travel to financial bubbles, and art forgery to the pivotal role of donkeys in the making of civilization.

A former editor of British style magazines Arena Homme Plus and The Face, Sims is also the author of several books on style including the best-selling Icons of Men’s Style. He’s married and has two boys. His household is too damn loud.

All Articles From Josh Sims

Chinese Car-Making Is About to Take Over the World

The unique approach Chinese car manufacturers are taking to the business might provide them a tremendous boost

How a Sneaker Exec Plans to Raise Maserati to Its Former Glory

CEO Davide Grasso will tell you himself he’s not a car guy, but he’s accepted the task of reviving a famed Italian marque

A Bespoke Tie Maker on the Future of Neckwear

Maurizio Marinella is leading his family's business into its 110th anniversary

Once a Marathon Runner, Now the World’s Strongest Man

Mitchell Hooper, a 27-year-old athletic chameleon who won the event in just his second appearance, could usher in a new strongman era

How to Design an Office We’ll Actually Want to Commute To

Want people back to work? The co-founder of consulting company Lifeproven says to build with well-being in mind.

A Farewell Drive in the Most Powerful Aston Martin Ever

The DBS 770 Ultimate is the end of a nameplate that dates back to the ‘60s, but it’s not going quietly

How to Build a Superyacht in the 21st Century

Heesen CEO Arthur Brouwer talks about changing desires (and demographics), and how the Dutch leader is keeping up with the times

Catching Up With Michel Haddi, the World’s Most Daring Celebrity Photographer

For a guy best known for shooting David Bowie and Debbie Harry, he sure has seen a lot of AK-47s

Why Leaning Into Boredom Is a Superpower

Researchers explain how to take advantage of the misunderstood state

The Automobile Age Began on Three Wheels. Can It Return to Its Roots?

Futuristic startups and heritage builders alike want you to break free from the prison of four tires

A Legendary Mount Everest Sherpa on Why He'll Never Summit Again

Nepalese climbing icon Apa Sherpa is on a mission to uplift his people and educate Westerners "who do it for the adventure, not because they have to"

Is the Old-School Jukebox Poised for a Comeback?

Collectors are willing to throw down serious cash for a bespoke jukebox

A Menswear Titan on What Makes a Legacy Brand Special

The designer is determined to continue doing things his way

Rolls-Royce's Designer on the Art of Updating an Automotive Icon

The latest Phantom, a name that goes back to 1925, embraces subtlety, history and even customer feedback

Luxury Automakers Are Obsessed With Taste. Not Dany Bahar.

The former Ferrari and Lotus exec now runs Ares Modena, a high-end coachbuilding company that’ll customize a car however you like, original builders be damned

The Future of Glassware, According to Maximilian Riedel

The most famous maker of wine glasses on earth is still learning new tricks