Editor’s Picks: Ducati E-Bike, Sony VR Headset and Polestar Roadster
From a fresh suede pair of Crockett & Jones shoes to a springtime shirt from Prévu Studio, this is what we want this week…
It’s time to plug into the limit-pushing, boundary-breaking matrix. This week, brands from Sony to Polestar have upped the R&D ante; inventing and innovating new ways to step, speed and cycle into the future. There’s Ducati’s first ever e-road bike, the ‘Futa’. There’s the latest iteration of Playstation’s VR headset. There’s even a pioneering home speaker from Sonus Faber.
Elsewhere, Shackleton have rejigged the gilet, Crockett & Jones are taking inspiration from across the pond and Patrón Tequila are putting a fresh twist on the cocktails you know and love. Take a look below…
Sound it out: Sonus Faber ‘Omnia’ Wireless Speaker
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The latest handcrafted speaker from this sweet-sounding Italian brand is a beauty. That multi-layer wood top, complete with fine walnut finish, looks almost yacht-like — and the greyed-out graphite detailing adds a modern edge. Compatible with Airplay, Bluetooth and even the lesser-known Roon, it’s a gift from the sonic gods.
Lace up: Crockett & Jones ‘Cornell’ Derby Shoes
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The British shoemaker’s latest brush with innovation sees the brand step out these napped suede Derby shoes. The ‘Cornell’ is a plain front Blucher, taking both its name and earthy-toned collegiate style cues from the Ivy League institution of the same name. Constructed with a red rubber sole and notched storm welt, it makes the grade for us.
Leading the charge: Polestar O₂ Electric Roadster
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We’ve long been fans of Polestar’s clean-driving crusade. But this latest zoomer hits a new zenith; a handsome hard-top convertible built to showcase potential future technologies, featuring 3D knit upholstery and a recycled aluminium chassis. But the best part? An ‘autonomous cinematic drone’ that can be deployed at speed from an aerofoil that raises from the rear of the car.
Zip it: Barbour ‘Beaufort’ Jacket at Bicester Village
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Few style brands walk that fine, fashionable line between city and country dressing like Barbour. This ‘Beaufort’ wax jacket is one of the British brand’s most iconic; lined in tartan and finished with a corduroy collar. And, at Bicester Village, you can enjoy a significant discount on its original £259 price by popping into the Barbour boutique.
Do the twist: Patrón Añejo Tequila
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What’s your favourite dark spirit cocktail? An Old Fashioned? A Negroni? Because Añejo tequila is a surefire way to put a spicy spin on your go-to order — and there’s no better bottle with which to put a twist on the traditional than Patrón. This super-premium spirit is distinctly oaky, and fandangos with flavours including honey, melon and caramel.
Time will tell: NOMOS Glashütte Orion 38 Wristwatch
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New from NOMOS Glashütte, this restrained, refined timepiece is a beacon of versatile watchmaking. The Orion 38 ‘Reference 378’ benefits from a hint of gold on the hands and facetted indices, whilst retaining that slick silver dial. The subdial, subtly ridged, displays your seconds clearly — and the velour anthracite strap adds a hint of luxury.
Button it: Prévu ‘Chase SS’ Shirt
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Earlier this week, we let Outlander star Sam Heughan loose on London — a Triumph Bonneville Bobber at his disposal and this Prévu shirt on his back. With its relaxed fit, short sleeves and textured jersey construction, it’s a springtime essential; as versatile as it is striking. Our favourite touch? That casual revere collar.
Game on: Sony ‘PS VR2’ Headset
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With unlimited worlds to escape into, the last few years have supercharged virtual reality development. Now, alongside Oculus and a host of other pioneering players, Sony’s Playstation has joined the game proper. This, the ‘PS VR2 headset’ is the first look at the brand’s latest immersive efforts — with a slimmer design, enhanced tracking and state-of-art 4K graphic rendering.
Brush up: Unseen Footwear ‘Clement’ Suede Sneakers
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Simple yet sleek, Unseen Footwear’s Clement sneakers are a reliable style with a dedicated cult following. This navy suede pair are set on contrast rubber soles, offer optimal durability and comfort – and will pair as perfectly with a casual suit as they will with your weekend jeans.
Pedal power: Ducati Futa E-Bike
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This slick cycle is the high-octane Italian brand’s first crack at an e-road bike. Using a rear hub-based motor system that provides provides 250W of power, the five levels of assistance are controlled through a handlebar-mounted Garmin head unit. Elsewhere, the frame is carbon fibre, the tyres are Pirelli and the whole thing weighs just over 12 kilograms.
Cold snap: Shackleton ‘Ross’ Down Gilet
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As intricately engineered as you’d expect, Shackleton’s crack at the ubiquitous gilet blows other brands’ attempts out of the icy, Antarctic water. Insulted with RDS-certified European goose down and crafted from 100% recycled ripstop shell fabric, it’s versatile, easily-packed and currently on sale at Gentleman’s Journal Shop.
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