Hay Ballograf Pen
The solution to a boring desk without hanging cringeworthy motivational posters, this ballpoint pen mixes 1950s sci-fi style with modern functionality. Part of the new COS collaboration with interiors experts Hay, the black ink pen comes with a matching angular stand and metal bead chain, so Larry in accounting can’t walk off with it. Available at COS, priced £17.
Alps & Meters Shawl Collar Jacket
Ski season isn’t over yet. For the spring skiing slopes, the Shawl Collar Jacket will keep you cool on the gondola and warm at the peak. Made from 100 per cent lambswool with DuPont Teflon water repellent coating and water repellent leather protective detailing, it’s made to rule the slopes. Available Alps & Meters, priced approximately £385 ($550).
Dolce & Gabbana Short-Length Printed Swim Shorts
Going on holiday soon? Whether you’re hitting St. Barth’s, Cannes or a Tenerife water park, these luxe swimmers will instantly upgrade your poolside look. Featuring a flora and fauna scene in sumptuous tones of burgundy, brown and cream, they include a drawstring waist, mesh lining and three pockets. Just remember to take your phone out before jumping in. Available at Mr Porter, priced £245.
Brooks England Mott Weekend Bag
For a century and a half, Brooks has been solving problems. Then, how to build a bicycle seat that didn’t leave you walking funny the minute you got off it. Today, how to transport your stuff on said bike, despite what the weather might throw at you. The answer is this weekender, which is 100 per cent waterproof thanks to its cotton-textile construction, vulcanised rubber handles and taped zipper. It’s also voluminous enough to carry a change of clothes (handy after a high summer commute) and stylish enough to stop you looking like a bike messenger. Available at Brooks England, priced approximately £295 (€370).
MISBHV 70s Trench Coat
Every man needs a trench coat when the weather’s unpredictable. But the trick is finding one that every other man isn’t wearing. Polish brand MISBHV specialises in classics, with a twist. So this trench comes with all the expected mod cons – it’s lightweight, waterproof, in a mid-thigh cut that makes your body seem longer – but is also emblazoned with Bowie-inspired patches to the chest and back. Which means you’ll definitely stand out in the trench-clad crowd. Available at MISBHV, priced approximately £164 (€225).
Able Archer Duffel
A weekender for the macho set. Inspired by military gear, this duffel bag has room for everything you own, and some space left over for everything you don’t own yet. Inside the water-resistant bag, you’ll find a removable neoprene laptop sleeve, dual hidden side access zippers to an inner lining compartment with shoe and tripod storage loops, and dual side panels with neoprene pockets. Available at Able Archer, priced approximately £280 ($400).
Comme Des Garçons Shirt Print Shirt
Yes, every wardrobe needs more than a handful of white button-downs. But amid the uniformity, it’s good to mix it up. This shirt brings some much-needed personality to a business-casual wardrobe, thanks to its large, Gauguin-inspired graphic. Constructed from a 100 per cent cotton twill, it’ll have all your co-workers dreaming of getting out of the office and onto the beach. Available at Farfetch, priced £216.25.
