This David Gandy x Aspinal briefcase is a sure-fire style upgrade
Adorned with a replica Spitfire firing button, this is one way to take your boardroom by storm
Words: Jonathan Wells
It’s a big day. You’ve got a seriously big boardroom meeting this morning and, no matter how many Americanos you seem to sink, the focus just isn’t there. Luckily, your briefcase is on hand to help.
Designed in partnership with Gentleman’s Journal cover star David Gandy, this Aspinal of London briefcase will get your day off the ground with military precision — literally.
Earlier this year, Gentleman’s Journal went behind-the-scenes with David Gandy on the set of the recently-released Aerodrome collection shoot to see just what inspired him to follow in the contrails of the Spitfire. ‘It’s arguably one of the greatest pieces of British design and engineering of all time,’ said the model. ‘It feels masculine, yet functional and stylish.’
And this briefcase has been fitted with a replica Spitfire Mk1 firing button that acts as a metal lock — to ensure that every time you pop it open, you do so with the purpose and poise of a skyfaring hero.
"It has been fitted with a replica Spitfire Mk1 firing button, that acts as a metal lock..."
So, to fire yourself up for the day ahead, pack this briefcase for work. It has the capacity to store an iPad or 13-inch MacBook Air, and boasts both a spacious fabric-lined interior accented by a zipped pocket, and two open-top pouches, perfect for stowing important documents and devices.
What’s more, the Aerodrome Tech Charger Pack, a neat option across the range, can recharge a smartphone twice or more, using a cutting-edge device detection system ensuring your device is charged as efficiently as possible.
So, while it may be a little more technologically-advanced than the WWII aircraft from which it takes its inspiration, this smooth tan Italian calf leather piece of luggage is pushing the envelope of sharp, timeless style.
Want some more David Gandy aviation action? Here, the model directs RAF100 celebratory short films for Breitling…
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