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Editor’s Picks: Luca Faloni bomber jacket, Mulberry bag, Hublot watch and Midleton Very Rare whiskey
The best gear in the world right now, from New & Lingwood’s spring knitwear to T.M.Lewin’s casual jackets
Words: Dan Scothern
Each week we present to you some of the best products on the planet. Whether it’s Belvedere’s espresso blend or LELO’s high-tech pleasure ring, these are the items that you need to shake up your lifestyle for the better...
Luca Faloni Bomber Jacket
Handcrafted in Northern Italy and designed for mid-season layering, this linen-cotton bomber jacket from Luca Faloni is the perfect lightweight throw-on for the warmer months ahead. Constructed of 67 per cent cotton and 33 per cent linen, this bomber offers breathability and versatility as well as the subtle finishes that set Luca Faloni apart. Goatskin suede has been used at the rear collar and inside the pockets, a Lanfranchi zip keeps the breeze at bay once the sun goes down, and single horn button cuffs round off this luxurious piece.
Midleton Very Rare Silent Distillery Collection Chapter Six
The oldest Irish whiskey ever bottled, the final release in Midleton Very Rare’s Silent Distillery Collection honours the legacy of the Old Midleton Distillery; an Irish distilling icon that closed its doors in the mid-1970s. Released to celebrate the distillery’s 200th Anniversary (and using its last liquid in existence), the eagerly awaited Chapter Six - dubbed ‘liquid gold’ by the Master Distillers that have dutifully nurtured this fine dram - is presented in a Waterford Crystal and gold plated decanter, limited to less than 250 bottles and is a truly once-in-a-lifetime bottle.
T.M.Lewin Clerkenwell Jacket
While T.M.Lewin’s step back from the high street is only comparable to an Irish Goodbye at the end of a night (swift and discrete), the brand recently announced its glorious return and opened doors to its new store in the City of London. A bastion of British shirting, T.M.Lewin has been solely online since 2020 but is now back in the bricks-and-mortar mix with new ranges across shirts, suits, knitwear and accessories, and we’re big fans of this casual Clerkenwell Jacket; an in-store exclusive.
Mulberry Heritage Waxed Day Clipper
Harking back to the brand’s Somerset roots, the Heritage Waxed Day Clipper from Mulberry has been durably designed for adventure. Crafted to withstand the knocks and scrapes of countryside capers, this take-you-anywhere holdall has been constructed from a waxed cotton, making it both tactile and waterproof. Equipped with top leather handles, two external pockets and an internal slip pocket (in addition to the voluminous main body of the bag), it’s a lovingly made Easter weekend essential.
New & Lingwood Lambswool Knitted Polo
Made from fantastically soft lambswool and sporting bold stripes, the Knitted Polo from New & Lingwood’s spring knitwear collection reminds wearers of the brand’s history as an Eton College outfitter. A little finer in its construction than its vertically striped forefathers (and sadly not suitable Wall Game attire), this knitted polo is fitting of a more stylish setting, and a spring staple for an elevated, traditional look.
LELO TOR 3 Pleasure Ring
Yet another hi-spec gadget from Swedish sexual wellness brand, LELO, the TOR 3 Pleasure Ring has been created with mutual satisfaction at the forefront of its design. Made of ultra-smooth premium silicone and boasting eight pleasure settings (from a teasing murmur to a gratifying pulse), this couple's ring has been efficiently designed to fit all shapes and sizes and transfer sensations to both partners. The TOR 3 experience is further enhanced through a broad range of fully customisable options on the Bluetooth-connected LELO app.
Belvedere Dirty Brew
For those who enjoy the ceremony and bold flavour of a coffee, but equally delight in the pure taste of vodka, this might be your perfect summer tipple. The soon-to-launch Dirty Brew from vodka artisans, Belvedere, is a combination of light and dark, and the harmonious fusion of two iconic taste profiles. The rich and robust coffee notes envelope (but don’t neutralise) the distinct vodka taste and the result is a decadent and viscous liquid to keep your palate on its toes.
Hublot Big Bang 20th Anniversary
To celebrate the 20th Anniversary of its most symbolic collection, Hublot has revisited some of its more avant-garde design themes to create five limited edition Big Bang models. Bridging the past, present and future of the Big Bang, these latest releases are immediately recognisable and feature 43mm ultra-tough ceramic cases alongside knurled bezel edges and pinched lugs. The range includes two gold, one titanium and one red magic iterations, but we’re especially fond of the ‘All Black’ model which offers an unrivalled contemporary aesthetic.
Le Alfré Classic Blue Linen Blend Shirt
If you’re still questioning if linen is for you this season, simply take a look at the linen-blend selection from Le Alfré and ask yourself again. Constructed of a carefully balanced cotton and linen blend with material sourced from Portugal’s oldest fabric mill, every inch of this piece has been scrupulously designed, from the Mother of Pearl buttons, to the subtle tone on tone waist embroidery.
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