TECH – The Most Stylish Headphones for Summer
Words: Charlie Thomas
It’s not enough for headphones to just sound good these days. The style-conscious consumer expects a premium level of quality in terms of both design and material choice and as a result, brands are constantly pushing the boundaries and reinventing their products to keep up with demand. As they’re arguably the most popular technological accessory, the emphasis on headphone design is huge, and brands are investing more money than ever in designing a product that looks just as good as it sounds. Now that the warmer months are well and truly here, you’ll want to look your best whilst listening to your tunes, so check out our list of the most stylish headphones for summer.
BOWERS & WILKINS P5, , Renowned for their luxurious, elegant designs, Bowers & Wilkins have been producing some of the best quality, most desirable electronic products around for the past few decades. The P5 on-ear headphones are a staple of the brand and encompass their commitment to achieving the ultimate in sound quality, without sacrificing on aesthetical beauty.
Bowers & Wilkins P5, £249 from Bowers & Wilkins
SENNHEISER MOMENTUM, , Sennheiser produce a vast number of products for all price ranges but the Momentum headphones are the most stylish of the bunch, boasting an alluring retro design that manages to effortlessly combine a timeless finish with pleasing functionality. Every detail, from the contrast stitching on the leather to the sliding motion on the steel adjusters, has been executed to perfection.
Sennheiser Momentum, £259.99 from Sennheiser
BANG AND OLUFSEN H6, , When it came to designing a new pair of headphones to add to their already iconic range, Bang and Olufsen made no compromises. Introduced in 2013, the H6 uses the finest materials including premium cow leather, aluminium and lambskin, allowing the headphones to age beautifully. Of course, the sound quality is suitably high-end but it’s the design where the H6 really shines.
Bang and Olufsen H6, £329 from Bang and Olufsen
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