Former J.Crew and Ralph Lauren menswear designer Sid Mashburn talks about his longtime Rolex Explorer, stay at Italy's Villa d'Este, and more.
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In this intimate profile, menswear legend Sid Mashburn opens up about the objects and experiences that define his life—chief among them, his well-worn Rolex Explorer. The watch has been his constant companion through decades in fashion, from his formative years at J.Crew and Ralph Lauren to building his own menswear empire.
Mashburn's relationship with the Explorer is exactly what you'd expect from someone who built a brand on understated elegance and timeless style. It's not a collector's piece kept in a safe—it's a daily wear that tells the story of a life well-lived.
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Source: Robb Report, February 22, 2026