Audio-Technica AT-SP3X Bookcase Speakers, £169

For listening to music in your study or office, Audio-Technica have got you covered with the new AT-SP3X Bookcase Speakers. They can be fully integrated with the brand’s turntable range, bringing the rich tones of vinyl to life. Alternatively, they have wireless, Bluetooth connectivity for modern versatility. They’re equipped with 3-inch woofers and 1.1-inch tweeters tuned to deliver full-range audio from the compact forms. They have a minimalist, industrial vibe that matches the rest of the Audio-Technica range.

Available at Audio-Technica.

Four Stories Gin Autumn, £34.75

While Four Stories Gin is a relatively new name to the premium gin market, they had substantial experience distilling, bottling and labelling gin for other brands before turning that experience towards their own product. Based in the UK, their inaugural series is dedicated to the flavours and stories of the four seasons. Story No. 1 Autumn features the warmth of a cosy blanket on a crisp autumn evening with tasting notes of Fuji apple, vanilla, lemon and cinnamon. In terms of style, it’s the perfect example of time-honoured techniques including hand applied labels and wax dipped seals at accessible prices.

Use code ORACLE for 20% off the entire range.

Available at Four Stories.

Sirplus Crew Neck Jumper, £150

By popular demand, SIRPLUS’s lambswool jumper is making a return this season in a brand-new range of colours. Inspired by the British painter Albert Irvin, this collection brings his vibrant colour palette and abstract shapes to their knitwear. Albert Irvin’s influence is present across the AW24 collection, showcasing bold hues and dynamic patterns reminiscent of his striking artwork. Their jumpers not only highlight the artist’s signature style but also offer a contemporary take on traditional styles. Explore Irvin’s legacy, reimagined in contemporary knitwear made from British lambswool.

Available at Sirplus.

Biokidé Baobab Moon Face Cream, €55 (approx. £45)

Whether for yourself or partner, Biokidé’s Baobab Moon Face Cream is a moisturising cream designed for dry skin with baobab oil, aloe vera, shea butter, hibiscus and honey. It’s the ultimate fusion of authentic African ingredients and French knowhow to bring you clean cosmetics you can trust. The brand is currently undergoing Butterfly Mark certification by Positive Luxury to prove their commitment to a positive social and environmental impact.

Available at Biokidé.

Pink Mahoghany Ned E. Williams Manukato, $210 (approx. £160)

Where timeless class meets priceless luxury, Ned E. Williams Manukato, eau de parfum, embodies a legacy of excellence, education, and astuteness. Rooted in a rich family heritage, this fragrance is designed for the discerning individual who values sophistication. Each bottle tells a story – elevated by a harmonious blend of bold blackberry, deep felt pen ink, rich leather, and warm cedar. Every spray evokes an air of refinement, creating a lasting impression of strength and elegance. Designed for those who effortlessly command the room, Ned E. Williams is more than a fragrance – it’s an experience, an ode to history and a tribute to those who live with intention.

Available at Pink Mahoghany.

Barcelona Gallery Weekend: 19-22 September 2024

Enjoy the last rays of summer by getting away from the UK and visiting Spain’s Barcelona Gallery Weekend from 19th to 22nd September. There are dozens of exciting exhibitions taking place across 27 galleries in the city and in L’Hospitalet highlighting regional and national artists. This year’s showcase marks the 10th anniversary of the Gallery Weekend, with every exhibition being completely free and open to the public. You can also attend talks, encounters and other activities at the galleries, the ARCO GalleryWalks guided tours, or follow the walks proposed by local curators.

More details at Barcelona Gallery Weekend.

Four Stories Gin Autumn, £34.75

While Four Stories Gin is a relatively new name to the premium gin market, they had substantial experience distilling, bottling and labelling gin for other brands before turning that experience towards their own product. Based in the UK, their inaugural series is dedicated to the flavours and stories of the four seasons. Story No. 1 Autumn features the warmth of a cosy blanket on a crisp autumn evening with tasting notes of Fuji apple, vanilla, lemon and cinnamon. In terms of style, it’s the perfect example of time honoured techniques including hand applied labels and wax dipped seals at accessible prices. Use code ORACLE for 20% off the entire range.

More details at Four Stories.

Biokidé Baobab Moon Face Cream, €55 (approx. £45)

Whether for yourself or partner, Biokidé’s Baobab Moon Face Cream is a moisturising cream designed for dry skin with baobab oil, aloe vera, shea butter, hibiscus and honey. It’s the ultimate fusion of authentic African ingredients and French knowhow to bring you clean cosmetics you can trust. The brand is currently undergoing Butterfly Mark certification by Positive Luxury to prove their commitment to a positive social and environmental impact.

More details at Biokidé.

GreenGent Co 2-in-1 Hair and Body Wash, £20.28

GreenGent Co is a relatively young brand in the men’s grooming space, developed specifically to tackle skin and hair issues with products dedicated to using only natural ingredients. Since their launch in January, their 2-in-1 Hair and Body Wash has proven exceptionally popular with its refreshing fragrance and multi-use simplicity – ideal for men who don’t like to spend too long grooming while also fitting perfectly alongside a dedicated skin and haircare routine for those who do. Other prominent GreenGent Co products include their acid face cream, face oils and eye cream.

More details at GreenGent.

Carmen Delprat Art Exotic Portraits And Surreal Landscapes

Carmen Delprat’s art transforms spaces with her exotic portraits and surreal landscapes, blending vibrant colours and intricate details into harmonious, dreamlike realms inspired by topics both natural and human. Her work goes beyond decoration, fostering serenity and introspection. Each piece is a portal to beauty and deeper meaning, making your home a sanctuary of inspiration. As an expansion to an existing collection of art, or the start of new one, her works make for a vibrant and exciting investment.

More details at Carmen Delprat.

In the world of motorsports, there are few disciplines as demanding as motorcycle trials. It’s a game of balance, precision, skill and endurance in which competitors must tackle obstacle-filled off-road courses while remaining rubber side down and riding as fast as possible. It’s not unusual for distances to hit triple digits, and here in the UK participants are often subjected to some pretty grim weather conditions to boot. To say suitable clothing is required would be an understatement. This is a sport that requires the toughest of the tough when it comes to kit, which is exactly what led Belstaff to design its now-legendary Trialmaster jacket more than 70 years ago.

From the perilous mountain passes of the Himalayas to the bustling city streets of London, the Trialmaster has since traversed them all. An icon of adventure, it has risen far above its moto-racing roots to become one of England’s most beloved outerwear designs. A quintessentially British spin on the classic motorcycle-jacket formula, favouring wax cotton in place of leather, press-stud bellows instead of chrome- zippered pockets and a mid-length cut to seal out the elements.

Belstaff advertisements from the 1950s, image credit: Mortons Archive

“Hardwearing, thornproof material; fungus, water and rot-proof; all exposed metal fittings are rustless,” as the jacket’s 1959 advertisement in The Motor Cycle magazine so eloquently put it. The Trialmaster’s roots can be traced back to World War I. Eli Belovitch and his son-in-law Harry Grosberg had spent several years supplying tents and groundsheets to the armed forces. After the conflict ended, they founded Belstaff: a portmanteau of Belovitch’s surname and his home county, Staffordshire.

Belovitch and Grosberg were pioneering textile hunters who travelled to all corners of the earth in search of the latest and greatest developments in fabric. It had long been Belovitch’s dream to apply his textile knowledge to motorcycle clothing, and Belstaff became an outlet for his experimental new ideas.

Belstaff Trialmaster Professional Jacket

It was in Egypt that Belovitch first got his hands on wax cotton. This ultra- durable fabric was lightweight, tough and abrasion resistant. Most interestingly to Belovitch, it was also waterproof and breathable – two qualities seldom found together in the days before Gore-Tex. Realising he had something special, he headed home and got to work crafting a new type of motorcycle jacket. Inspired by the Scottish Six Days Trial – the oldest and arguably most gruelling motorcycle event in the world – he eventually used his newfound wonder fabric to create his magnum opus.

“The weatherproof design provided a water-repellent, wind-resistant layer while remaining breathable to help regulate the wearer’s body temperature,” says Sean Lehnhardt-Moore, Creative Director of Belstaff. “Style signatures including the buckled throat latch collar, adjustable waist belt and the four-pocket silhouette were added to ensure the rider was comfortable and protected.

“The tilted chest pocket is probably the most recognisable feature. It was originally attached at an angle as a map pocket to provide easy access while on the bike. This has since become a design signature of Belstaff across the mainline and moto collections.”

Sammy Miller Riding His Hand-Built Sh5 200cc, 1954 Scottish Six Days Trial, he won The Best Newcomer award, image credit: Sammy Miller Archive

When the Trialmaster launched, a young rider by the name of Sammy Miller was quickly rising through the moto-racing ranks. The 18-year-old British rider wrote to Belstaff in 1951 to ask if the company would like to sponsor him, and they accepted. Miller went on to wear Belstaff’s outerwear in upwards of 1,000 races, praising the Trialmaster for its ability to keep him bone dry when other competitors fell victim to the poor weather conditions.

“I was riding in the Scottish Six Days Trial and it rained for five of the six days,” he says. “Belstaff had sent me the green Trialmaster. It was a new design, a new product. I think I was the only dry bloke out of the 300 entries.” One particularly gruesome year came in 1964, when the notorious Scottish weather battered riders with howling wind and torrential rain for the duration of the event. The unrelenting downpour made parts of the course almost unrideable, turning small streams into raging torrents that were near impossible to cross.

Those who were there at the time recall a brave Miller revving up and attempting to jump one such section, only to land midstream in the fast-flowing waist-deep water. He attempted to power through with the carburettor below the water, but his engine died and he was forced to drag himself and his bike up the bank and back onto land to dry out. Unbelievably, he went on to win the event. “I rode better,” he says. “The rest of them were like drowned rats. I used to pray for rain. Softened them up. Easier to beat them.”

Father Graham Hullett, leader of the 59 Club wearing a Belstaff Trialmaster jacket in 1968

Miller wasn’t the only high-profile biker to adopt the Trialmaster. Long before he became known as ‘Che’, a young Ernesto Guevara wore one while solo touring in Argentina on his motorcycle. Away from the road pioneering aviators Amelia Earheart and Amy Johnson both donned Belstaff outerwear for their respective record- breaking solo flights. And British intelligence officer Lawrence of Arabia famously wore the brand in the years between the end of World War I and his untimely death in 1935.

These household names helped to cement the Trialmaster’s reputation as a hardened piece of adventure clothing, but it was the jacket’s Hollywood adopters that brought it to mainstream attention and helped it to become recognised as a work of fashion rather than one purely of function.

During the 1960s and ‘70s, Steve McQueen was one of the biggest names on the planet. He’d starred in hit films The Great Escape, Bullitt and The Thomas Crown Affair, and was often spotted wearing his signature Trialmaster. As a result, the jacket started to develop cult status in the world of celebrity, and over the years its list of notable wearers has grown to include the likes of Johnny Depp, David Beckham, George Clooney, Will Smith and Brad Pitt, to name just a few.

Modern Belstaff Trialmaster Jacket, £595

Today the Trialmaster is firmly established as one of the most significant outerwear designs of the last century. It’s up there with its transatlantic cousin the Schott Perfecto, the MA-1 bomber and the Burberry trench coat in terms of its influence and legacy. Respected by the menswear crowd and intrepid adventurers alike, it’s one of the few pieces of clothing that comfortably inhabits both worlds, bridging the gap between function and fashion.

“It’s an iconic design – quintessentially British with a classic silhouette that is rooted in functionality,” says Belstaff’s Lehnhardt-Moore. “The waxed cotton gives it an authentically worn-in feeling from the start, and it only gets better with age.”

More details at Belstaff.

Summer isn’t just about rising temperatures, it’s also events season, with everything from regattas and sports to parties requiring you to be turned out appropriately. That throws a bit of a spanner in the works as, despite being the most breathable, comfortable shoes for the season, nobody wants to be that one guy in sandals at an elegant garden party. Fortunately, there are plenty of shoemakers out there creating summer-ready silhouettes that aren’t just comfortable, they’re stylish enough to build your entire smart-casual wardrobe around. Here are some of our favourites.

Mryqvist Brännö II Moss Green, £199

Sometimes less is more – particularly in the heat – and the BRÄNNÖ from Swedish shoemaker Myrqvist is about as minimal as a summer loafer gets. It’s not just the unfussed, smoothly curvaceous silhouette of the Italian suede; it’s also unlined for a more breathable, comfortable fit. The sole is clean white rubber with a slightly raised heel, with a repeating M pattern doubling as extra grip for when those long summer days don’t actually last that long. The shoe’s available in a few colours but for our money the moss green offers a fresh alternative to the usual summer tans and pastels.

Available at Myrqvist.

Edward Green Montpellier Unlined, £1,120

If you’re after a serious investment piece you can do a lot worse than the perennially elegant saddle loafer – and a good deal worse than the superb examples from Jermyn Street icon Edward Green. Their latest take on the otherwise classical Montpellier is unlined for a lighter profile, but more importantly it makes the shoe slightly less stifling, perfect for the kind of warmer weather you’d want to bring the suede out in. Here that suede is in a raw umber, a nutty tan that’s both light and classically inclined. Pair with a light linen blazer for an elegant, warm weather look perfect for the Italian coastline.

Available at Edward Green.

Cheaney Drake Boat Shoe, £260

There are few summer styles more versatile than the boat shoe and, given that’s the very style that Cheaney’s best known for, it would be remiss not to include the historic British brand. Treading the line between formal and casual with its nautical combination of navy blue suede upper and pristine white rubber soles, the Drake is perfect for elevating your go-to shorts-and-polo look. And yes, that means you can wear them without socks, thanks to the soft leather and textile lining. If you don’t want to really hammer home the ‘boat’ in boat shoes, they’re also available in cognac, though we personally think it’s worth leaning in.

Available at Cheaney.

Crockett & Jones Falmouth Khaki Suede, £485

While the Falmouth falls into the boat shoe catchall, it’s perhaps better described as a Derby loafer. That means it has laces and a slightly more structured silhouette, while keeping things low and comfortable. The boat shoe element is mainly in the sole, which is shiny and new to Crockett & Jones, with a wedge design and horizontal tread pattern. In a versatile khaki suede with brown sole and laces, they’re the ideal halfway house for someone that likes the look of loafers but needs a little extra security from their shoes. Pair with chinos, a breathable shirt and you can take the look anywhere.

Available at Crockett & Jones.

Harry’s London Wharf Loafer, £270

Sure, this classic loafer in a light, denim blue has all the hallmarks of a summer classic, but you might find yourself wanting to wear them wherever and whenever you can. The textured rubber sole has plenty of grip, a Technogel insole offers superb comfort, and an internal lining keeps the entire construction durable enough to last season after season. The good news is that you can indeed wear them in inclement weather thanks to the protectively treated suede. They’re made in Italy, which suggests where you should be wearing them. Pair with light matching light blue linen and you’re good to go.

Available at Harry’s.

Ettinger Hurlingham Overnight Bag, £448

Normally when we’re talking about Ettinger, it’s in the context of their gorgeous watch rolls and travel boxes. However, if you’re going to travel with your watches, you’ll also need an overnight bag and Ettinger have you covered there too. The Hurlingham Overnight Bag is a compact and easy to carry bag made from durable, anti-stain cotton drill canvas. There are several colours available and pictured here is the Sand/Havana edition with a yellow tone body and dark brown handles.

Available at Ettinger.

Chelsea Peers Corduroy Shirt, £28.80

Chelsea Peers is all about summer style, whether that’s lightweight linens for the beach, breathable pyjamas for hot nights or this, the corduroy shirt. With a wide collar, button down front and light, stretchy corduroy construction, it’s both casual and smart, great for wear in hot weather or at the beachside bar in the evening. Chelsea Peers are based in a studio in west London and have dedicated themselves to the art of premium loungewear.

Available at Chelsea Peers.

Vuori Kore Shorts, £70

With the summer season upon us, now is the peak time to get outside and be active. With Vuori’s Kore Shorts you can tackle any sport you care to think of with their wide range of movement and above knee cut. Vuori are inspired by the Californian lifestyle where fitness, sport and surfing are all part of daily life. Plus, they’re committed to maintaining the coastal landscape through their sustainability programme and Happier on a Healthy Planet pledge.

Available at Vuori Kore.

GreenGent Co 2-in-1 Hair and Body Wash, £20.28

GreenGent Co are a relatively young brand in the men’s grooming space, developed specifically to tackle skin and hair issues with products dedicated to using only natural ingredients. Since their launch in January, their 2-in-1 Hair and Body Wash has proven exceptionally popular with its refreshing fragrance and multi-use simplicity – ideal for men who don’t like to spend too long grooming, while also fitting perfectly alongside a dedicated skin and haircare routine for those who do. Other prominent GreenGent Co products include their acid face cream, face oils and eye cream.

Available at GreenGent.

Neem Black Cotton Overshirt, £149

The Neem flannel Black Cotton Overshirt is made from regenerative, organic cotton. What that means is that during the agriculture process, there is a high focus on rehabilitating soil, preserving wildlife and promoting sustainable practices. Plus, thanks to an intense research period, the resulting material is both extremely soft and breathable, ideal for casual summer afternoons. Whether as a shirt itself or a long sleeve overshirt, it’s a versatile garment suitable for many occasions.

Available at Neem.

Caligo Sol Soiree Shirt, £205

Inspired by the rich blue waters of the French Riviera’s Cote d’Azur, the Caligo Sol Soiree shirt is an essential for any man taking a trip to the coast this summer. A relaxed fit and lightweight, breathable fabric make it ideal for keeping cool and looking sharp in the heat. The Soiree edition with long sleeves is well suited to a mixture of occasions including formal events, however for a more informal look, the Resort shirt changes things up with short sleeves and Cuban collar.

Available at Caligo.

Peregrine Lodge Jacket, £190

The Peregrine Lodge Jacket is all about lightweight durability and ruggedness. It’s made from six-sided hex ripstop fabric, which is a very hardwearing material that’s been waxed for added water and weather resistance. Whether you work outdoors and need a reliable outer layer or just fancy an adventure on the weekend, all of Peregrine’s clothing is made in the UK and they operate with a ‘buy less, buy better’ philosophy for improving clothing sustainability.

Available at Peregrine.

GreenGent Co 2-in-1 Hair and Body Wash, £20.28

GreenGent Co is a relatively young brand in the men’s grooming space, developed specifically to tackle skin and hair issues with products dedicated to using only natural ingredients. Since their launch in January, their 2-in-1 hair and body wash has proven exceptionally popular with its refreshing fragrance and multi-use simplicity – ideal for men who don’t like to spend too long grooming, while also fitting perfectly alongside a dedicated skin and haircare routine for those who do. Other prominent GreenGent Co products include their acid face cream, face oils and eye cream.

Available at GreenGent.

Hockerty Custom Suit, £229 – £719

Whether you’re looking for a two-piece, a three-piece, a tuxedo or tweed, Hockerty have all you  suit needs covered. Their custom- tailored service is incredibly  versatile, allowing you to choose from a huge range of styles and materials. Whether that be a summer-ready linen or a soft and comfortable Merino wool. You also have full control of lapel style, buttons, pockets, pleats and cuffs. Prices start from £229 depending on your customisation options.

Available at Hockerty.

Cheansey Dover Penny Loafer, £395

A suede loafer is an essential of summer footwear, comfortable in all situations and perfect for that transition between holiday activities in the day and evening parties. The Dover Penny Loafer from Cheaney is a delight in dark blue with the classic laceless, slip on design. Loafers owe their design heritage to American moccasins; however Cheaney bring British charm and class to all their products, based in the shoemaking heart of Britain, Northamptonshire.

Available at Cheansey.

Caligo Azur Resort Shirt, £185

Caligo’s hallmark combination of British classicism and Dubai luxury sets sail to the Cote d’Azur with their latest nautically inspired collection. Expect plenty of whites and blues perfect for summering along the coast with sartorial fits perfect for life aboard a yacht. Because no summer wardrobe is complete without a Cuba collar number, the Azur Resort Shirt blends that broad-collared cool with a subtle azure blue to stone gradient for a textured look – rendered in rich polyester for a superior drape and sheen, breathable and ready for the shoreline.

Available at Caligo.

Stenströms White Cable Knit V-Neck Slipover, £179

Part of Stenströms’ warm weather-ready capsule collection celebrating 1980s tennis style, this white cable knit slipover has the contrast stripes and clean, preppy style that’s come to define a British sporting summer. Finish with a classic, unstructured blazer and a bowl of strawberries and cream for a Wimbledon-worthy ensemble that won’t get lost in the crowd. Just be careful nobody mistakes you for the best-dressed umpire in tennis history.

Available at Stenströms.

Kardo Chintan Shirt, £580

Inspired by the rich craft of traditional Indian shirts, Kardo’s latest collection is a visual feast of colours and patterns that you’ll be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. This is about as far from mass-produced as you can get,  with each shirt made start-to- finish by one artisan using  traditional weaving, dying and printing. Pieces like the Chintan shirt with its boxy cut and open collar are a stunning alternative to your usual summer Cuban and, more than likely, far better made.

Available at Kardo.

Hockerty Custom Shirt, From £49

Underpinning every solid formal look is an equally exceptional shirt and those of Hockerty are up there with the finest. From timeless elegance to the hallmarks of modern men’s style, their range of tailors shirts allow you to design your perfect piece, be it a linen number to beat the heat or a tuxedo shirt for a black tie dinner. Whatever the occasion, you can finally get a shirt that doesn’t just fit, but fits perfectly – and the confidence that comes with it.

Available at Hockerty.

Walker Slater Edward Jacket In Forest, £295

Tweed, the perennial British country classic, is a staple of all well-heeled wardrobes – and not just those to the manor born. The balance of practicality and elegance makes a well-cut tweed jacket a must-have and none more-so than those from tweed specialist Walker Slater. This gorgeous forest green is both flattering and modern, an almost British racing take on a classically commanding silhouette. It’s hard not to look good in something like this.

Available at Walker Slater.

Jordan Bespoke GTO Holdall, From £1,995

The Jordan Bespoke GTO Twin Briefcase was created in response to customer feedback regarding the popular GTO Holdall. Its dimensions of 46cm x 30cm x 12.5cm are specially chosen to accommodate 15” and larger laptops. Plus it’s also equipped with multiple pockets and stowage space for accessories, cables, phones and more. Jordan Bespoke are a British brand producing Italian made leather luxury goods inspired by the motoring and motor sport industries, with many collaborations with top car manufacturers. The GTO Twin Briefcase is available in multiple, custom colour options.

Available at Jordan Bespoke.

Lord of the Beards Oud Enigma Beard Oil, £16.99

Lord of the Beards’ Oud Enigma beard oil is a rich blend of black pepper, cardamom, sandalwood, cedarwood, leather and black oud. A grouping of comforting scents that makes for a luxurious fragrance perfect for the prim and proper gentleman. Plus the oil itself is designed to soften your face bristles and calm stiff, brittle and unruly beards, all the while leaving no greasy residue. Ideal for creating a beard that’s both well cared for and one that smells great.

Available at Lord of the Beards.

Ripa Ripa Mediterraneo Rosso/Blu, £109

Ripa Ripa are an Italian summer and swimwear specialist bringing a classical and refined aesthetic to the Mediterranean. Their classic swim shorts feature a tailored look and comfortable fit made from quick drying fabric, and tied with a braided nautical rope. The Mediterraneo Rosso/Blu pattern was drawn by hand in bold and captivating fashion. Plus it comes with a linen travel bag for ease of transport and style.

Available at Ripa Ripa.

Strong Boy Canvas Jacket, £375

Strong Boy Clothing are a Cheltenham based clothing company. Their aim is to make high quality investment clothing made from natural materials. All their garments are designed and made here in the UK by skilled crafts people helping to keep the craft alive and well. From their GOTS organic range to their wax and canvas jackets, their clothing has a lot to offer. Not to mention that all their clothing comes with a one year warranty and free UK P&P.

Available at Strong Boy Clothing.

Hockerty Custom Shirt, £49 – £123

Hockerty bring your personal style to the fore with their expressive line of custom shirts. An easy to use online configurator allows you to choose from a wide variety of bespoke designs and materials to craft the perfect shirt for you including fabric, collar style and monogramming. Linen or cotton, formal white or casual pattern, classic or bold, there’s an incredible depth to Hockerty’s custom shirts that lets you express your own aesthetic flawlessly. Plus, depending on your custom choices, very accessible too with prices starting from £49.

Available at Hockerty.

Lord of the Beards Oud Enigma Beard Oil, £16.99

Lord of the Beards’ Oud Enigma beard oil is a rich blend of black pepper, cardamom, sandalwood, cedarwood, leather and black oud. A grouping of comforting scents that makes for a luxurious fragrance perfect for the prim and proper gentleman. Plus the oil itself is designed to soften your face bristles and calm stiff, brittle and unruly beards, all the while leaving no greasy residue. Ideal for creating a beard that’s both well cared for and one that smells great.

Available at Lord of the Beards.

Strong Boy Clothing Forrester Navy Blue Overshirt, £145

Built in a British workshop with over 135 years of manufacturing experience and using 100% heavy duty drill cotton and corozo buttons, the Strong Boy Clothing Forrester Navy Blue Overshirt is very hard wearing. It’s inspired by a coastal work shirt used on land and sea in the 1900s. Strong Boy cut their garments on the larger size, so they advise that you may want to visit the website for sizing advice prior to ordering.

Available at Strong Boy Clothing.

Ripa Ripa Mediterraneo Rosso/Blu, £109

Ripa Ripa are an Italian summer and swimwear specialist bringing a classical and refined aesthetic to the Mediterranean. Their classic swim shorts feature a tailored look and comfortable fit made from quick drying fabric, and tied with a braided nautical rope. The Mediterraneo Rosso/Blu pattern was drawn by hand in bold and captivating fashion. Plus it comes with a linen travel bag for ease of transport and style.

Available at Ripa Ripa.

Hockerty Blazer, £149 – £339

Elevate your style effortlessly with Hockerty blazers. Known for their impeccable tailoring and attention to detail, Hockerty offer a range of blazers that seamlessly blend sophistication with modern flair. Whether you’re dressing for a formal occasion or aiming for a smart-casual look, Hockerty blazers are versatile pieces that can elevate any outfit. From classic solid hues to bold patterns, there’s a blazer to suit every individual style. It pairs perfectly with a smart, tailored look or something more casual with a crisp shirt and jeans.

Available at Hockerty.

Jordan Bespoke GTO Twin Briefcase, From £995

The Jordan Bespoke GTO Twin Briefcase was created in response to customer feedback regarding the popular GTO Holdall. Its dimensions of 46cm x 30cm x 12.5cm are specially chosen to accommodate 15” and larger laptops. Plus it’s also equipped with multiple pockets and stowage space for accessories, cables, phones and more. Jordan Bespoke are a British brand producing Italian made leather luxury goods inspired by the motoring and motor sport industries, with many collaborations with top car manufacturers. The GTO Twin Briefcase is available in multiple, custom colour options.

Available at Jordan Bespoke.

The Lord of the Beards Gift Set, £47.20

The Lord of the Beards gift set offers five 20ml bottles of luxury beard oils to enhance your daily grooming. It consists of Citrus Forest, Oud Enigma, Essence of Man, Tobacco Docks, and Alpha Male, ideal for mixing up your beard oil day to day. Infused with a blend of natural oils and botanical extracts, these oils nourish and moisturise your facial hair, promoting healthy growth and a luxuriously soft texture.

Available at Lord of the Beards.

Kering of Granite and Dream, £60

Kering, the luxury group behind Gucci, Balenciaga and Saint Laurent, have released a coffee-table book tracing their history. It delves into the entrepreneurial spirit of the Pinault family and celebrates the 10th anniversary of Kering and the 60th anniversary of the group’s founding. The book is richly illustrated with historical documents, vintage photographs and a wealth of visual inspiration. Additionally, there are contributions from Anna Wintour, Jane Fonda, Bethann Hardison, Jean-Jacques Aillagon, Mercedes Erra, and Franz-Olivier Giesbert.

Available at Amazon.

Grenson G Sneakers, £222

Grenson are one of the most versatile shoemakers out there, producing leather shoes and boots in virtually any style you care to name. Last year they introduced the G Sneakers, one of their boldest and most colourful designs to date. They’re made from a combination of leather and suede with a style inspired by 1970s running shoes. There are numerous colourways available including multi-coloured red, green, white and mustard, as well as more monotone editions that are primarily green or primarily sand, and so on.

Available at Grenson.

Hockerty Custom Shirt, £49 – £123

Hockerty bring your personal style to the fore with their expressive line of custom shirts. An easy to use online configurator allows you to choose from a wide variety of bespoke designs and materials to craft the perfect shirt for you including fabric, collar style and monogramming. Linen or cotton, formal white or casual pattern, classic or bold, there’s an incredible depth to Hockerty’s custom shirts that lets you express your own aesthetic flawlessly. Plus, depending on your custom choices, very accessible too with prices starting from £49.

Available at Hockerty.

Jordan Bespoke GTO Holdall, £1,995

If you’re unfamiliar with Jordan Bespoke, they are a British brand producing Italian handmade leather luxury goods since 2005, inspired by the motoring and motor sport industries with many collaborations with top car manufacturers. The GTO Holdall is handmade in Tuscany in fine suede that’s produced by the same company that provide suede to Gucci, Chanel and Tod’s. Each bag is bespoke to order with a wide range of colours available, including iconic motor racing liveries.

Available at Jordan Bespoke.

Well-chosen knitwear can be everything to all men as the weather starts to turn. It’s both warm and insulating while also forming the focal point of a look, but where should you start? If only there were some kind of ultimate guide to men’s knitwear you could refer to… Never fear, we are on hand to help. First, begin with the fabric. “The quality of yarn is so important, both for how it will feel when wearing it but also for a garment’s longevity”, says knitwear designer, Emily Grieves.

Then, decide on the garment’s weight, which both dictates how warm it’ll be and how you can style it. Lighter weight designs work great as layering options, while chunkier knits can replace jackets as legitimate pieces of outerwear. But don’t just take our word on the style potential of knitwear. Some of history’s best-dressed men have relied on the knit during the colder months of the year.

Faye Dunaway & Steve McQueen

French actor Alain Delon preferred his with an open weave and a collar; John F Kennedy wore classic crew necks on his yacht and Steve McQueen had a wide range from cable knits to shawl collar cardigans. Which is the one for you? You’re in the right place.

Cardigan

Like all great items of clothing, the cardigan has links to the military. It was said to be based on the knitted waistcoats worn by British officers of the Crimean War, and named after major general James Brudenell, 7th Earl of Cardigan who fought in it. Despite these heroic associations, the cardigan has long been fighting its staid, overly preppy reputation. But this is the case no more, as many of the world’s coolest menswear brands have turned to the button-through design for their winter collections.

Part of the cardigan’s appeal is its versatility. It’s an item that can easily be dressed up, thanks to its more jacket-like design. Go for a chunky shawl collar cardigan and wear it with tailored trousers or chinos, a crisp Oxford shirt and suede desert boots. Or opt for a thinner merino or lambswool piece though and layer it over denim jeans, T-shirts and canvas trainers.

Cable Knit

The cable knit, or Aran as it’s sometimes known, is defined by its textural weave, which is visible throughout the garment. A typically chunky piece, it originated around the turn of the 20th century, when it was designed for fishermen working around the Irish islands of Aran.

Traditional cable knits are fairly time- intensive to produce, while the knitted patterns can vary hugely, from simple ribbed lines through to more elaborate zig-zag styles. Look out for those with a fairly simple weave, made from a soft lambswool or cashmere blend. A more casual knit than most, cable knits are a natural pairing with denim jeans, commando sole leather boots and beanies.

Crew Neck

If you just want a simple knit with little embellishment or notable detailing, the crew neck is for you. This is knitwear at its most minimal. Crew necks come with a round neckline, knitted cuffs and hem, and a fine texture, making them both comfortable and incredibly easy to wear. As they are such a simple design, you could look to the fabric to make a point of difference.

Solid colour designs are commonplace, whether in classic navy, grey or black, but a number of brands also craft them out of more interesting fabrics, with flecks of colour and more open weaves giving plenty of texture. You don’t have to think about how to wear the crew neck. It’s the kind of piece you could just throw on over anything, from casual trousers and jeans through to smarter pleated pairs or even suit trousers.

Fisherman Knit

Although similar to the cable knit in that it was initially designed to keep seamen warm while at sea, the fisherman knit is different in a few ways. The most notable is the weave. It comes with a more minimal rib stitch, which is woven vertically down the garment. This makes it a chunky knit, like the cable, but with a cleaner, more understated look. It also typically comes with raglan shoulders and a slim hem opening, so it can be worn rolled.

If you’re looking for a fisherman knit, find one made from oiled wool, which hasn’t been dyed so the yarn still has its natural lanolin oils. For something more contemporary though, look out for merino wool or even cashmere, which are both softer against the skin.

Roll Neck

For ultimate warmth, look no further than the roll neck. This is a classic piece of knitwear design that’s been worn by everyone from James Dean to David Beckham. It comes with excess fabric at the neck, which is designed to be rolled over to protect the wearer’s neck from the cold. This is a design that can be smart or casual, depending on the fabric and the fit.

Go for something slim and made from a lightweight yarn like merino wool and you’ve got a sharp piece of knitwear that’s ideal for wearing with tailored trousers or even suits in the winter. Look for heavier designs made from chunky lambswool and you’ll find a robust, warm and comfortable piece of knitwear for the coldest months of the year.

Knitted Polo

The knitted polo has a certain relaxed elegance that’s missing in most other garments. It’s perhaps because of its collared front that mimics button up shirts. Or it might be in its closeness to the polo shirt, a style with plenty of sporting heritage. Either way, the knitted polo is an effortless, laid-back piece that’s also incredibly easy to dress up.

It usually comes with a fairly slim fit, as well as a knitted collar and a two or three button closure. You’ll find them in either lightweight merino wool, or slightly heavier lambswool or cashmere blends. Whatever you go for, if you want a smart casual, versatile piece of knitwear, this is the one for you.

House of Hazelwood The Huntsman Blend, £5,900

House of Hazelwood is a relatively young name in the whisky industry with good reason, until 2022 it was an extensive private collection owned by the Gordon family. Now they are releasing small batches of their favourite blends to the public for the first time. The Huntsman Blend is a 50-year-old blended Scotch whisky produced in partnership with Savile Row tailors, Huntsman. To coincide with the whisky, they’ve designed a House of Hazelwood tweed, which is available to buy in the form of a beautifully tailored jacket. Limited to 75 bottles within gift packs containing hipflask, engraved wooden box and two samples.

Available at House of Hazelwood.

S&R Jewellers, Necklace (£3,200)/Earrings (£8,750)

S&R Jewellers will help you purchase luxury gifts for much less this Christmas through their ever-evolving collection of pre-owned watches and jewellery, saving as much as 50% off the original selling price. All items are fully authenticated and restored to near new condition. Many items are even sold complete with their original packaging. With brands such as Rolex, Piaget and Cartier, as well as jewellery favourites Tiffany, Cartier and Bulgari, you can be sure of finding something special for that special person in your life! Tiffany Platinum Diamond Set Open Circle Pendant on chain (£3,200) and matching hoop earrings (£8,750).

Available at S&R Jewellers.

Sirplus Blue Check Harris Tweed Wool Raglan Coat, £795

New in for the winter season, this blue check Harris Tweed overcoat from SIRPLUS is made from 100% pure wool, with a 100% cotton lining. SIRPLUS are a UK brand dedicated to creating sustainable fashion with an emphasis on using surplus or waste material. A stylish overcoat is an absolute must-have in any man’s wardrobe and should be a mainstay year after year. It features a relaxed, oversized fit while ensuring that the silhouette is still refined enough to be loved by all.

Available at Sirplus.

Berluti Bagage Toile Marbeuf Travel Bag, £3,050

The Bagage Toile Marbeuf is Berluti’s canvas travel bag featuring an intricate script pattern with a soft cotton lining and robust Venezia Palmelato leather bottom and handles. It measures 56cm x 32cm x 19.5cm giving you plenty of storage space. Plus, there’s an interior zipped pocket, mobile phone pocket, shoehorn pocket and a flat pocket. If the travel bag variant isn’t for you, there’s also a rolling suitcase, backpack, satchel and messenger bag.

Available at Berluti.

Hockerty Custom Coat, Approx. £199-£640

Hockerty brings your personal style to the fore with its new line of custom coats. The new collection allows you to choose from a wide variety of bespoke designs and materials to craft the perfect piece of outerwear for you. Cashmere, premium Italian wool and alpaca in blue, grey, black or signature patterns make for a versatile base from which to start making design choices such as lapel style, length, fit, pockets and more. It’s a very granular system that puts you in control.

Available at Hockerty.

Crockett & Jones Islay Boots, £530

The Islay are Crockett & Jones’s full brogue Derby boots in rough-out suede. They have a robust, worn aesthetic that make them look like the go anywhere, do anything kind of footwear, which they are with storm-welts for waterproof connections between the uppers and thick rubber soles. The Islay even has Hollywood screen credits in 2012’s Skyfall where it was seen tackling the Scottish Highlands.

Available at Crockett & Jones.

Qobuz

Qobuz are a music steaming platform available on desktop and mobile dedicated to curating a complete audio experience for audiophiles. As such, in addition to producing their own music- centred magazine, they utilise the highest quality audio files possible for the 100 million+ songs they have available, so that you can listen to them the way the artists and recording engineers intended. Plus, with their download purchases system, you can own still own your music collection and tailor it to your preferences. From £10.83/month.

Available at Qobuz.

Revival Audio Atalante 5, £4,690

Revival Audio are a fairly new high end audio brand that hit the market in 2021, but don’t let that fool you, their founders have decades of experience at top audio brands. One of their core loudspeakers is the Atalante 5, a three-way loudspeaker with sophisticated high frequencies, sweet mid-tones and impressive bass. All housed in a lovely Franco-Japanese fusion cabinet with walnut veneer – following the belief that sound is an art and therefore should look artistic too.

Available at Elite Audio.

Modalo Clasico Premium for 5 Watches, $1,339 (approx. £1,080)

Watch winders are the ultimate form of wristwatch storage, keeping your watches safe, topped up on power reserve and doubling as fantastic display cases. The Clasico Premium from Modalo is available in eight beautiful finishes including authentic New Zealand wood, malachite and piano lacquer. This is the 5 watch edition although it’s also available in sizes for 3, 4 and 6. It’s the ultimate seasonal gift for the watch collector in your life, helping them to cherish and care for their collection.

Available at Modalo.

Noble Audio Fokus Prestige, $599 (approx. £400)

Noble Audio have taken their beloved bespoke Prestige line of In Ear Monitors to Bluetooth. The FoKus Prestige is a premium Bluetooth earphone meant for enjoying your music at the highest quality on the go. It features a triple- driver configuration, which helps to reproduce music as it was intended to be heard. The 8.2mm dynamic driver delivers powerful bass while the two Balanced Armature drivers produce beautiful mids, and clean highs.

Available at Noble Audio.

Montegrappa Automobili Lamborghini 60°, Prices from £4,495

Montegrappa have come together with Lamborghini to create a pen that is a true representation of the Italian super car manufacturer’s 60th anniversary. The bold, angular form riffs on the iconic designs of the Countach, Diablo, Murciélago, Aventador and 2023’s Revuelto. The barrel and safety-locked threadless cap created for Automobili Lamborghini 60° are precisely engineered and assembled, with numerically-milled, aerospace aluminium and forged carbon-fibre fairings fused together in a futuristic hexagonal profile. This is high performance manufacturing quite literally at your fingertips.

Available at Montegrappa.

Pullman Editions Porsche Carrera Poster, £420

Pullman Editions’ vintage style posters recapture the glamour and suspense of a bygone era, and in no poster is that more evident than this celebration of the Porsche 2.7 Carrera RS against a seasonably wintery background. A trio of the iconic car are pictured against an idyllic depiction of a ski resort in Lech, Austria, their vibrant colours a strong contrast to the crisp white snow. It’s the perfect gift for any classic petrolhead.

Available at Pullman Editions.

Hockerty Blue Dinner Suit, £249

The made to measure Blue Polyester-Rayon Rounded Lapel Dinner Suit from Hockerty is a smart, suave gift for a father, brother or close friend this winter, especially in the midst of party season. Classic but stylish with just enough colour to captivate while remaining subtle. It’s also completely customisable with a choice of lapel styles, pockets, materials and colours, allowing you to create the ultimate bespoke look for yourself or another.

Available at Hockerty.

Myrqvist Funäs Boots, £269

This winter season Myrqvist’s best sellers include the Funäs Boots, which follow a sleek design handcrafted in Portugal in durable black calf leather with a faux shearling lining. They’re well suited to outdoor wear with their hiking soles providing excellent durability and water resistance under foot. Completing the appearance and ease of wear is the inclusion of a zipper fastening system down the front of each boot. They’re also competitively priced at £269 making them a solid gift for yourself or another this Christmas season.

Available at Myrqvist.

Cutler and Gross the Great Frog Lucky Diamond I Round Sunglasses, £650

While in the darker winter season you might not need your sunglasses so often, we all dream of when bright summer days will return. These Cutler and Gross sunglasses are a collaboration with London jewellers and design studio The Great Frog. They have a distinctive round design with the characteristic gothic icons of The Great Frog rendered in Sterling silver on the frames. This is London attitude with Italian pedigree.

Available at Cutler & Gross.

Acqua di Parma Mirto Di Panarea Gift Set, £104

Let’s be honest, one of the safest gift sets for the holiday seasons will always be fragrances and Acqua Di Parma are your number one stop for last minute fragrance sets that will always be appreciated by the recipient. Included in the Mirto di Panarea Gift Set are a 75ml Eau de Toilette, a 40ml Hand and Body Wash, and a 40ml Hand and Body Lotion packaged in a trio gift box designed to transport your senses to the Italian island of Panarea with its distinct lemon and citrus scent.

Available at Acqua di Parma.

Macallan A Night on Earth “The Journey”

Macallan’s A Night on Earth series is dedicated to the festive season with the latest addition, The Journey, inspired by the efforts we go to travel across the world to be with each other at New Year. Nose: Toasted oak, a creamy steamed rice and coconut milk pudding, citrus fruits, vanilla and oat biscuits. Taste: A burst of effervescent citrus fruits – lemon and lime with sweet creamy vanilla and toasted coconut. Finish: Medium with sweet, toasted oak and vanilla.

Available at Macallan.

COYA 1615 Macerado, £41.50

COYA is an immersive Latin American luxury lifestyle group bringing new life to traditional spirits and wines from South America. They have launched the world’s first bottled Passion Fruit Pisco infusion, COYA 1615 Macerado. It has the typical rich amber/yellow colour of Pisco accompanied by the fruity, floral notes of the infused passion fruit. Now available to buy in the UK from Amathus, priced at £41.50.

Available at Amathus. 

Roderer, $135 (approx. £105)

James Aviator Polarised Sunglasses Roderer is a menswear specialist focusing on high quality essentials for the modern man. These are the James Aviator Polarised Sunglasses handcrafted from stainless steel in the classic aviator style, which suits occasions of all types from formal to casual. There are five different finishes available including silver, gunmetal, green, rose gold and black, allowing for plenty of choice when it comes to perfecting your personal style. Additionally, it comes with a leather style case, travel pouch and cleaning cloth.

Available at Roderer.

Skydiamond

Skydiamond is the ultimate symbol of 21st century love. Each diamond is made from carbon recycled from the atmosphere, meaning it shows love for the planet in equal part to the love you have for your partner. Introducing Skydiamond’s modern set solitaire pendants, which range from a 0.07ct modern set white gold pendant for £440 to a 1ct pendant for just under £9,000 – all set within 100% recycled golds and platinum. Each piece is totally unique as each Skydiamond is itself unique.

Available at Skydiamond.

Berluti Bagage Toile Marbeuf Travel Bag, £3,050

The Bagage Toile Marbeuf is Berluti’s canvas travel bag featuring an intricate script pattern with a soft cotton lining and robust Venezia Palmelato leather bottom and handles. It measures 56cm x 32cm x 19.5cm giving you plenty of storage space. Plus, there’s an interior zipped pocket, mobile phone pocket, shoehorn pocket and a flat pocket. If the travel bag variant isn’t for you, there’s also a rolling suitcase, backpack, satchel and messenger bag.

Available at Berluti.

Hockerty Custom Coat, Approx. £199-£640

Hockerty brings your personal style to the fore with its new line of custom coats. The new collection allows you to choose from a wide variety of bespoke designs and materials to craft the perfect piece of outerwear for you. Cashmere, premium Italian wool and alpaca in blue, grey, black or signature patterns make for a versatile base from which to start making design choices such as lapel style, length, fit, pockets and more. It’s a very granular system that puts you in control.

Available at Hockerty.

Crockett & Jones Islay Boots, £530

The Islay are Crockett & Jones’s full brogue Derby boots in rough-out suede. They have a robust, worn aesthetic that make them look like the go anywhere, do anything kind of footwear, which they are with storm-welts for waterproof connections between the uppers and thick rubber soles. The Islay even has Hollywood screen credits in 2012’s Skyfall where it was seen tackling the Scottish Highlands.

Available at Crockett & Jones.

Whether they’re set in an elegant engagement ring or splashed liberally across an oversized watch case, there’s nothing like a diamond. Whether that’s because of their value, their glimmering attraction or their position as an unequivocal symbol of love, they’re precious stones in more ways than one. And yet, how we get them is often a lot less precious. Historically, diamonds have been mined, sourced and traded in less than savoury ways.

Blood diamonds funding warlords, exploitative production practices, the way we can get them can be both environmentally and socially destructive, with each mined diamond releasing up to 500kg of greenhouse gasses into the environment – a far cry from the symbol of love they often are. These days 1 in 3 mined diamonds come from Russia, which if you care about global politics is enough to make you think twice. But what if there was a way to  create a diamond and not just leave the environment unharmed, but actively help it? It sounds too good to be true, but that’s precisely the magic behind Skydiamond.

First, it’s worth asking what a diamond actually is. After all, it’s just layers of carbon, lined up in a specific way. How you get there is obviously different, whether it’s millions of years of underground pressure or grown in a lab, but the concept is the same, taking carbon and transforming it into something beautiful. At the same time, in case you hadn’t noticed, we have a problem with too much carbon in the atmosphere. So, why not take it from there?

This is the concept Dale Vince OBE, an entrepreneur and environmentalist you might better know as ‘Labour’s Green Knight’, struck upon while thinking of the most permanent way of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon. After all, nothing’s harder than diamond and, with the preciousness associated with the stones, there’s an innate value to the final result. Given that 36 percent of engaged men proposed with lab-grown diamonds last year, there’s also the demand.

And so, Skydiamond was founded in 2022. It’s not just a carbon-neutral production method, but it’s actively carbon negative, something the rest of the process adheres to – and it’s an incredibly cool process to boot.

Once the carbon dioxide has been taken from the atmosphere, it’s liquified and purified. Water is then split into oxygen and hydrogen via electrolysis, with the latter being combined with the C02 to make methane. This gas is then fed into a reactor where it’s subjected to temperatures of 900 – 1,200 degrees Celsius in balls of plasma. The whole thing takes around 14 days to produce a diamond, using nothing but solar and wind power.

Now, granted there’s only a small amount of carbon trapped in each diamond. They’re incredibly dense, but not massive – a couple grammes are used to see each stone. But the fact remains that it’s carbon being captured and, perhaps more importantly, eliminating the need for mining. Why wreck the planet when you can have your diamond and wear it? Sure, there’s a certain stigma attached to lab-grown and non-mined diamonds, but that’s something we should be actively changing. When there’s no physical difference (Skydiamonds are graded and certified in exactly the same way as ‘natural’ stones) and it’s a choice between destructive and positive, there’s not much of a choice.

Diamonds have always been a symbol of love and forever shall they remain. But Skydiamond as a concept illustrates that you can represent your love, while loving the planet at the same time. If that’s not a win-win scenario, then nothing is. And maybe, just maybe, Skydiamond can lead the way to a better, more sustainable approach to diamonds as a whole.

More details at Skydiamond.

Two very cool brands have come together to create a limited edition sunglasses capsule collection inspired by the joy of sporty droptop Porsches. The brands in question are Roveri, the eyewear specialists and Gunther Werks, an incredibly cool Porsche restomod and customisation brand.

GW have produced some seriously awesome cars such as the Speedster and have previously collaborated with the watch industry on projects like the 901 GW Chronograph. Together, GW and Roveri have created the ultimate sunglasses for cruising along with the top down in the low evening sunlight.

The glasses are designed with open-air driving in mind, which is why they have relatively large lenses that are both wide and tall to protect the eyes from buffeting winds. Similarly, they have a secure bridge and top bar to keep them firmly on your face.

While they’re fairly large, they’re also incredibly comfortable because the frames are made from a combination of UDCT carbon fibre and beta-titanium, lightweight and strong materials that find usage in both the motoring and watchmaking industries.

Producing the Roveri Eyewear x Gunther Werks frames takes over 150 individual carbon fibre layers that are machined using a CNC machine and each set takes over 240 hours to make. This production technique means that each pair is totally unique due to the striations of the carbon.

Adding further individuality is the fact there are two versions available. The Sterling Bronze features brown lenses while The Carbon Noire is black, both are suitably stylish and match the modern sportiness of the Gunther Werks cars they’re inspired by.

In addition to the glasses themselves, the limited edition comes with a Gunther Werks branded box featuring Alcantara leather case, card holder, authenticity cards and a decorative carbon block. The carbon block is the actual block of material that the glasses were produced from and now serves as a form of small commemorative sculpture.

Both versions of the Roveri Eyewear x Gunther Werks collaboration are priced at £749. So it’s a great accessory to go with your Gunther Werks vehicle or as something a little more aspirational since a Gunther Werks costs, well, a little bit more than the glasses. As a limited edition, there’re very exclusive as well.

More details at Roveri.

Lyzadie Design Dance of Geometry, NZD 600-1,100 (approx. £280- £510)

The Dance of Geometry series by Lyzadie Design is an homage to the oxymoron of stone in that it’s a solid material with a natural flow to it. That element is captured in the repeated geometric shapes of the candelabra that work in cohesion and against the natural properties of the andesite. Lyzadie Design is a New Zealand based interior design specialist working with local materials and embracing traditional style with contemporary twists.

Available at Lyzadie Design.

Roderer James Aviator, $135 (approx. £105)

Polarised Sunglasses Roderer is a menswear specialist focusing on high quality essentials for the modern man. These are the James Aviator Polarised Sunglasses which are handcrafted from stainless steel in the classic aviator style which suits occasions of all types from formal to casual. There are five different finishes available including silver, gunmetal, green, rose gold and black, allowing for plenty of choice when it comes to perfecting your personal style. Additionally, it comes with a leather style case, travel pouch and cleaning cloth.

Available at Roderer.

Lebarde Pine Tree Balm

Lebarde are a natural cosmetics company inspired by the Colchis region of Georgia, which has traditions of cosmetic production dating back all the way to ancient myths. The primary ingredients of their Pine Tree Balm are inspired by the natural environments and resources of the Caucasus mountains. Its combination of vitamins alongside natural compounds provide protective and rejuvenation properties.

Coming soon at Lebarde.

&SONS Navy Prospector Jacket, £295

The &SONS Prospector Jacket Navy is a durable canvas jacket designed for year-round wear. There’s a soft wool-mix liner that is removable so that the garment can keep you warm in autumn, while remaining cool in the spring. In fact, the lining is also wearable on its own as a cardigan. This aspect of the jacket is inspired by vintage canvas jackets that traditionally featured blanket linings, while also bringing a modern versatility to the concept.

Available at &SONS.

Skydiamond Ring

When you first read about Skydiamond it sounds like science fiction. They’re an ethical jewellery brand that fabricate their own diamonds by taking harmful CO2 out of the atmosphere and using the carbon to make diamond. What’s more, by using solar and wind energy to power the intense processes required, the diamonds are ultimately carbon negative as no fossil fuels are used in their production and they remove carbon from the atmosphere. The diamonds are available individually or as part of jewellery such as this Skydiamond Ring. Prices vary based on custom choice of gem cut, setting and ring material.

Available at Skydiamond.

Jackets are the Swiss Army knife of the wardrobe, versatile, practical and cool. It goes without saying that there are as many styles of jacket as there are reasons to wear one so breaking down every possible style is an impossible task. Instead, let’s focus on three that, to a certain extent, have a shared origin on the sports field. So here are three sport-inspired jackets you need in your wardrobe: the Coach Jacket, Varsity Jacket and Harrington Jacket.

The Coach Jacket

The first two styles of sport inspired jackets share plenty of history. Both coach and varsity jackets boast close associations with baseball and American football. Coach jackets were typically worn by the team’s head and assistant coaches, hence the name, and consisted of a few key design traits. Cut with a mid-length that extends just below the hips, coach jackets traditionally come with a snap button front, twin side pockets and a drawstring hem. Made from cotton or a polyester blend, the style was designed to keep the coaching staff warm and dry on the sidelines.

The jackets would feature the team’s insignia and colours, with logos appearing on the chest and back, leaving not so subtle hints as to which team you were repping. The latter is a big part in the coach’s jacket’s broader appeal. The world of hip hop embraced the style in the 1990s, with NWA designing their own uniform consisting of snapback caps, gold chains and black coach jackets with their logo and names on.

The Varsity Jacket

It was the players of America’s high school and college teams that arguably got the better deal when it came to jackets. Indeed, the varsity jacket is one of the most iconic outerwear styles of all and is certainly the most emblematic of the USA. Its origins began all the way back in 1865, when Harvard University’s baseball team sewed a large H onto the front of their sweatshirts, proudly displaying their allegiance to the Ivy League institution.

Other schools cottoned on and by the turn of the century every major college sports team started giving ‘letterman’ sweaters out to its players. Cardigans began to be de rigueur, which moved the letter to the chest, before button up jackets took a hold. By the 1930s, the style we know today was born, with its short, boxy cut, wool fabric and leather arms making it unique among light outerwear, while its patches, letters and insignias repped the colours of one’s team. The style is among the most replicated of any piece of clothing, with brands like The Golden Bear and Ebbets Field Flannels producing authentic reproduction pieces, and the likes of Burberry and Off White being known for their luxurious takes.

The Harrington Jacket

Less talked about is the Harrington jacket. It flies more under the radar, given it’s usually made from muted tones of navy, black, or at a push, beige, and it lacks any bold lettering, logos or contrast piping. But this jacket might be the coolest of the lot. Beginning life in the 1930s, it was originally designed by British brand Baracuta as golf wear; its short, boxy design and raglan sleeves allowing for an impressive range of movement. It was waterproof, made from the brand’s light, rain-resistant cotton, and came with a distinctly British tartan lining for a subtle touch of flair. It’s defined by its funnel neck collar, which can be buttoned up for added wind resistance, its slanted side pockets and elasticated cuffs and hem.

The Harrington was an instant hit, and upon being exported to the States was worn by none other than Elvis Presley in the 1958 film, King Creole. Two years earlier, James Dean wore a bright red Harrington in Rebel Without a Cause, and although not a Baracuta, displayed the potential of this burgeoning style. It would later be worn by Steve McQueen, who favoured a stone Baracuta, before it starred in the 1960s TV show Peyton Place, where character Rodney Harrington wore it throughout, giving the jacket its name.

The Harrington has never lost its mid-century appeal. As far as an easy, comfortable and practical jacket you can just throw on at a moment’s notice, it’s hard to beat. But then that’s true of all of these sportswear staples. Once niche products designed for a specific few, these classic pieces combine perfectly with denim jeans, T-shirts and polos. They are the tool watches of outerwear, with their functional detailing, simple designs and easy to style versatility.

In this age of ever more casual wardrobes, where slinging on a luxurious hoody is enough to count as workwear, sometimes it’s satisfying to go back to the formal days of yore. Think of the classical businessman, what comes to mind? A sharp suit of course, likely a three-piece, and an impeccably knotted tie as a given. But what really finishes the look, the one thing that’s become shorthand for traditional professionalism, is an attaché case. And when it comes to the not-so- humble attaché case, think Ettinger.

The British leather specialist’s been working in London since the first half of the 20th century, so classical pieces are very much their forte, whether it’s their recent collaboration with William Morris or their fine leather watch rolls (I’ll give you three guesses why we like them). Bags, however, are where those decades of expertise shine. Briefcase in point, the Heritage Burlington.

As the name suggests, the Heritage Burlington is very much on the classical end of the spectrum, an ode to the bygone era of bowler hats on bankers. That means a sleek, sophisticated silhouette in a gorgeous, dark, nut- coloured leather. It is available in a lighter brown or more formal black, but the oxbloody-adjacent nut is the perfect backdrop for Ettinger’s signature golden brass lock clasp. It doesn’t just say you’re in business; it says you’re doing bloody well at it.

The leather itself is full-grain Buttero, which alongside being tactile in the extreme, shows natural variations from briefcase to briefcase. This makes each bag individual from the get-go and all the more so once the leather takes on the patina of age. It won’t be long before the heritage design’s indistinguishable from a carefully kept vintage original.

From a practical standpoint, the Heritage Burlington has one main gusset with enough room for a laptop, papers and the like, but one that when it’s not full, keeps relatively svelte. So that your recently signed contracts don’t get voided by poor packing and a hefty Macbook, there’s also two A4 slip pockets, one inside and one outside. Both are lined with Ettinger’s gold monogrammed jacquard fabric for that stealthy flash of luxury that denotes serious craftsmanship.

Yes, laptop bags and rucksacks have eclipsed the traditional briefcase in the main, and in many ways they’re a lot more practical. But there will always be a special sartorial place for the attaché case – with Ettinger’s Heritage Burlington very near the top of that refined business pantheon.

More details at Ettinger.