Style -- 18 hours ago
Editor’s Picks: Pal Zileri polo, Crockett & Jones shoes and Bang & Olufsen turntable
The best gear in the world right now, from Crockett & Jones’ timeless loafer to Slowear’s springtime pieces
Words: Dan Scothern
Each week we present to you some of the best products on the planet. Whether it’s Dr Sebagh’s skincare essentials or Émigré’s modern take on the classic folio, these are the items that you need to shake up your lifestyle for the better...
Bang & Olufsen Beogram 4000c Saint Laurent Rive Droite Edition
A design classic, the Beogram 4000 Series Turntable from Bang & Olufsen first burst onto the scene in the 1970s and immediately became an icon of exceptional audio quality, and enviably clean design. Now, some fifty years on, the brand has reimagined this beloved piece and teamed up with fashion powerhouse, Saint Laurent, to restore ten Beogram 4000c turntables; transforming them into contemporary collectors’ items for fashion and music lovers alike.
Crockett & Jones Country Calf Boston Loafer
A stalwart of the brand's main collection, the Boston Loafer from Crockett & Jones has been a renowned best-seller for decades. Constructed using Jones' famed Last No. 314 and often being regarded as ‘comfortable from the word go,’ we’re enormously fond of their dark brown country calf iteration that boast a stylish grain leather finish and ‘City’ rubber sole for added practicality and unrivalled longevity.
Pal Zileri Knitted Polo in Silk and Linen
A beacon of summer versatility, the knitted polo is a true take-you-anywhere piece for the warmer months. Comfortably dressed down with a loose trouser, or sitting confidently under a blazer, this polo from Italian brand, Pal Zileri (made from a soft and lightweight linen blend) ticks all the boxes for exceptional summer styling whether you’re channelling Dickie Greenleaf (The Talented Mr Ripley) or Henry Hill (Goodfellas).
Tissot PRC 100 Solar Quartz 39mm
First noted for its striking design and dodecagonal bezel, the PRC 100 has been a modern-day classic in the Tissot collection since the mid-2000s. It’s 39mm stainless steel case contains a sleek solar-powered quartz movement designed to charge under both natural and artificial light, and while it’s available in five different versions, the black-on-black model possesses an understated edge with eye-catching nighttime radiance courtesy of the Super-LumiNova®-coated hands and indexes.
Slowear Padded Overshirt
As the thicker jackets slowly make their way out of our outerwear rotations, transitional pieces begin to take the sartorial stage. Such a piece is this Padded Overshirt from Slowear. Detailed with clear references to the world of tailoring and fine shirt making (chest pocket, low welt pockets and button cuffs), this overshirt is made of a water-repellent technical fabric and lightly padded to guide the wearer neatly into the warmer months ahead.
Émigré Folio Briefcase
A modern-day reinterpretation of the classic business case, the Folio Briefcase from Émigré is a sophisticated and practical luggage companion. Made from the brand’s Signature Robic® Nylon for an ultra-lightweight, water and abrasion resistant finish, the case utilises an internal folio system to keep items clean, crisp, and neatly separated. With two plush-lined compartments for electronics, and the ability to stand upright whether fully packed or empty (an underrated selling-point), the Folio Briefcase is the true reimagining of a timeless piece.
Biver Automatique Japan Edition
A case study in simplicity achieved through complexity, the newest addition to the Biver collection (created in collaboration with Hour Glass Japan) requires more than ten hours of enamelling and six hours of polishing to achieve its deep black hard fired enamel dial. Certainly not a diversion tactic to distract wearers from what’s beneath the case, the Automatique Rose Gold Japan Edition also houses a brand new JCB-003 movement designed from the ground up, especially for this piece.
Appleton Estate 15-Year-Old Black River Casks Rum
Inspired by the Black River, an essential waterway in Jamaica’s rich rum-making history, this 15-Year-Old from Appleton Estate is a nostalgic glance through the brand’s esteemed archive and a celebration of its heritage. With a strong hit of molasses on the nose leading into candied banana peel, brown sugar and ginger root on the palate, this iteration perfectly elevates a Dark n’ Stormy and equally tastes delightful on its own.
Dr Sebagh Retinol Night Repair
Regarded for its power in stimulating the production of collagen and elastin (for peak suppleness and elasticity) as well as eliminating dead skin cells and stimulating cell renewal, retinol is an important weapon in the skincare arsenal and the Retinol Night Repair serum is a deserving addition to any grooming routine. A tried and tested combination of retinol, moisturising oils and humectants, this overnight serum from Dr Sebagh contains the highest recommended percentage of Vitamin A for radiant and younger-looking skin.
Fendi ‘Silvia and The Baguette’ Shopper
For the days where there’s lots to be carried, and easy access is key, there’s the Fendi Shopper. Designed in collaboration with Japanese artist TAROUT and taken from the brand’s ‘Silvia and The Baguette’ capsule collection, this roomy bag has been constructed from sturdy FF canvas and palladium-finish metalware and sports a striking multicolour print celebrating the 100th anniversary of the iconic Italian brand.
Vuori Meta Pant
Ideal for those hectic days where the line between smart and casual needs to be toed, and comfort is key, the Meta Pant from US brand, Vuori, are the perfect go-to. Made of a technical, stretch fabric, and available in athletic, classic and relaxed fits, the Meta Pant transitions seamlessly from professional to social settings and ensures unparalleled durability and versatility.
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