Editor's Picks: Aera Watches Diver Watch, Church's Cowes Monk Strap Shoe, Canada Goose Langford Wool Parka, Eton John Lennon Shirt
This week, we're highlighting some of our favourite gift ideas—either for you or a loved one.
Words: Chris Cotonou
Christmas is almost a month away. We've got plenty of useful guides on the website to help with your festive gifting, but in the meantime, we've compiled some of our favourite pieces of gear to buy for yourself, or a loved one, with this week's Editors Picks. From Aera's subtle, but incredibly technical, dive watch, to Johnston and Elgin's luxurious merino wool throws, and Eton shirting made for fans of the Fab Four, here are this week's Editor's Picks.
Aera Watches D-1 Diver Watch
Even if you don’t plan on going deep-sea diving over the holidays, Aera’s D-1 Diver watch is a thing of subtle beauty. Only 300 pieces are readily available at launch, and the modern, minimalist design is actually striking on the wrist. The high-visibility LumiNova means you’ll be able to check the time above or below the surface of water, at any time. A brilliant piece to add to your collection.
Eton Shirts: The John Lennon Shirt
For all you Beatles fans out there, shirtmaker Eton has crafted a collection that pays tribute to the Fab Four. These shirts are bold and colourful, with references to each individual member through motifs. But our favourite? This replica of one of John Lennon’s most iconic shirts: made as a 1:1 recreation. Even if you’re not an obsessive listener of Sgt. Pepper’s, this is a stylish, bold piece that pairs well with chinos and penny loafers.
Bladnoch Alinta Whisky
Annual peat production takes place at Bladnoch Distillery just once a year in October, and this is the result—the Alinta, as part of the Peated Collection. Each bottle evokes notes of campfire embers in each sip. It’s an exceptionally rare whisky, and the perfect treat on a cold day, so be sure not to miss out.
Church's Cowes Monk Strap Shoe
The Cowes monk strap is versatile for multiple occasions—thanks to its shape that errs more on the side of formality, while also being relaxed enough to wear with jeans. Crafted on Church’s time-hounded 173 last, it features few details aside from the polished silver-tone buckles, giving an air of understatement. The Cowes is essential.
Zippo Candles Bourbon & Spice Candle
You can trust lighter experts Zippo to create a reliable candle (especially if they’re using the same 100% cotton wicks). Available in three scents, we’re especially fond of this Bourbon & Spice edition, which has elements of amber, vetiver and ginger root on the nose. Poured in the USA, and lasting up to 35 hours, this candle has all the quality you would expect from a household name like Zippo.
Johnston of Elgin Wool Throw
Throws are as much an aesthetic accessory to your furniture as a way to keep warm. With Johnston of Elgin’s Scottish-made wool throws, you’ll be having both in equal measure. This geometric-pattern version ought to go with a variety of pieces in your home, and features mitred edges for a contemporary finish.
Weber: Moonraker Espresso Tool
Serious coffee aficionados rejoice: here is a WDT (Weiss Distribution Technique) tool that’s worth gloating about to your non-coffee obsessed pals. The Moonraker is designed to redistribute and de-clump ground coffee inside 58-millimetre portafilter baskets prior to tamping for espresso—inspired by the world of watchmaking.
Canada Goose Langford Wool Parka
Just like us, we know you’ve been eyeing up one of Canada Goose’s timeless parka jackets. But which to go for? The Langford would be our pick. It’s a less sportier, more refined cut, and includes an interchangeable hood. The smart-casual choice that’s as appropriate for your office commute as well as the slopes.
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