Editor’s Picks: Nothing phone, Ressence watch, clothsurgeon jacket and Tom Straker’s bread knife
The best gear in the world right now, from Church’s Spring steppers to Blackacre’s personalised pendants.
Each week we present to you some of the best products on the planet. Whether it’s a new colourway from Ruark Audio or a taste of Summer from Château La Coste, these are the items that you need to shake up your lifestyle for the better...
Paul Smith + Lee Mid-Wash Carpenter Pants
A handshake across the pond, the Paul Smith and Lee Jeans collaboration marks the coming together of classic British style and old-school American workwear. Lee has been known for its tough apparel since its 1889 founding, and Paul Smith has provided its own take on ‘the jeans that built America’ with its Mid-Wash Carpenter Pants. Paying tribute to traditional U.S Railway uniforms, these pinstripe jeans are awash with authentic features, such as additional tool pockets, and unique hammer loop and floral print pocketing for an understated splash of Paul Smith colour.
Ressence Type 7
Possibly the most rugged watch in the Ressence range, the Belgian brand’s newest piece, the Type 7, has been meticulously designed to not only tell the time, but to move with it. The introduction of a GMT function makes the uncluttered dial all the more impressive, and the striking blue finish allows for instant readability for those tracking a second time zone. The fixed ceramic bezel stylishly frames the 41mm dial, and the adjustable Grade 5 titanium bracelet makes it a robust timepiece for the fervid globetrotter.
clothsurgeon Green Lux Calf Suede Type III
Since launching in 2012, clothsurgeon’s Founder and Creative Director, Rav Mathuru and his commitment to luxury streetwear has seen the brand adorned by the likes of Drake, Lewis Hamilton, A$AP Rocky and Eric Cantona, and continues to push clothsurgeon to further global acclaim. Never a brand to shy away from contemporary hues, the Green Lux Calf Suede Type III Jacket is a recent addition to our wish list, and the 100 per cent Italian suede construction, welted waist pockets and silver denim buttons make it an undeniably elevated piece.
Richard Mille RM 43-01 Ferrari
A reinvention of Richard Mille’s most complex, high-complication format, the RM 43-01 marks the second creation from the Les Breuleux and Maranello-based brands. Limited to just 75 pieces and designed with the precision that one might expect from the revered watchmaker and automotive powerhouse, the RM 43-01 Tourbillon Split-Seconds Chronograph Ferrari (to use the full title) is the product of a three-year development process to successfully blend iconic design and unparalleled performance.
Church's Largs 2 Sneaker
The updated model of the famed Largs sneaker, the Largs 2 from Church’s is crafted from super soft suede calfskin for unmatched elegance and comfort. Made in a classic lace-up design and envisioned to combine a sporty feel with refined taste, the Largs 2 flaunt a flexible and lightweight rubber sole in addition to a supple leather lining for all day support and breathability.
Ruark Audio R1 Pistachio Green
The perfect companion for slow mornings and relaxed afternoons, the R1 from British audio brand, Ruark, is a kitchen counter and bedside staple. Equipped with DAB, DAB+, FM tuners, and high-quality Bluetooth streaming capabilities, it’s the newly launched Pistachio Green colourway that has caught our eye; soothingly contrasting quiet, neutral tones and bringing gentle colour and a sense of calm to any room in which it’s placed.
Form Cookware Bread Knife
The latest venture from celebrated chef, Tom Straker, Form Cookware has declared war on the dull and inadequate utensils that lay quietly in our kitchen drawers and rest comfortably in our knife blocks. Designed in frustration, but forged in Sheffield, the Form Cookware Bread Knife (one of the three knife range) has been constructed alongside renowned knifemaker Alfie Fry, and the heavy serration promises a winning battle against the even the toughest of sourdough.
Nothing (3a) Pro
Quite possibly the coolest looking smartphone on the market, the (3a) Pro from tech brand, Nothing, is a futuristic alternative for those whose Apple loyalty is waning. Created with Nothing’s signature exposed casing, the brand has focused on exceptional camera quality with this model, and the (3a) Pro boasts both 8MP Ultra-Wide and 50MP Periscope OIS cameras, in addition to unrivalled auto-focus speed, up to 60x zoom and AI-powered TrueLens Engine 3 advanced camera software.
Blackacre Diamond Sapling Pendant
Symbolic of the start of new life, the aptly named Sapling Pendant from sustainable jeweller, Blackacre, has been crafted with exciting beginnings in mind. This could be the blossoming of a relationship, and new career path, or welcoming a newborn, and the bejewelled iteration of Blackacre’s signature pendant features an intricately set diamond bail alongside an intriguing diamond border that has been neatly designed to stand out when viewed from the side, and therefore only be seen by the most observant of admirers.
E-Champ Tech RAW Retro Fat Tyre Electric Bike
For those who love the Lime Bike speed and convenience but are less fond of the discarded vapes and partially emptied cans that often occupy the baskets, E-Champ Tech is standing by to elevate your electric bike experience. Hand-crafted in Buckinghamshire and made of British steel, the RAW Retro Fat Tyre mixes style and function with a hand-upholstered racer seat and a Bafang 250-watt motor. Allowing for comfortable cruising and a 15.5mph top speed.
Château La Coste Grand Vin Rose 2022
Although we’re not at rose stations just yet, it doesn’t hurt to be prepared, and if there is a bottle to have on hand as we nudge ever closer to milder climes, it’s a Château La Coste. Opting for an organic wine making process that applies biodynamic principles and prioritises quality over quantity, Château La Coste has many a fine vintage in its range, however it is the Grand Vin Rose 2022 that we’re chilling currently.
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