Editor’s Picks: Loro Piana snowboard, BOGNER gloves, Oris watch and Mulberry backpack
The best gear in the world right now, from Arterton’s shoe-care necessities to Lochlea’s unique whisky.
Each week we present to you some of the best products on the planet. Whether it’s suede Oxfords from Crockett & Jones or David Gandy Wellwear’s ‘betwixtmas’ essentials, these are the items that you need to shake up your lifestyle for the better...
Paul Brunngard Complete Set from Arterton London
How many shoe-care kits have been curated by a Shoeshining Champion? The truth is…we don’t know. But, we know it’s at least one, and that one is the Paul Brunngard Complete Set from Arterton. Formulated with the help of Anders Sundstrom (the Swedish Shoeshining Champ), this set is housed in a stunning walnut briefcase, and comprises of 6 artistic creams, 6 sublime waxes, 3 spit-shines, 3 brushes and a sole edge iron. There isn’t a shining emergency that this case isn’t prepped for, and it’s certain to put a spring in your step as we approach the new year.
Lochlea x Overtone Stout Cask Finish
So, you’ve agreed to the one-present-per-person rule, but you know that the recipient loves both their whisky and their Guinness. Never fear, the newest release from Lochlea in collaboration with Overtone Brewery sees their signature whisky (matured in a combination of ex-bourbon, STR and oloroso sherry casks) wonderfully finished in stout casks to bring a rich, dark beer flavour to Lochlea’s floral, fruity spirit.
Loro Piana Snowboard
If you want to be noticed on the slopes this season, you’d wear a vibrant snowsuit. But if you’d prefer to be looked on with quiet admiration and possible envy, you’d use a Loro Piana snowboard. Not just for show by any means, this piece from the brand’s snow capsule has been handcrafted in Japan using a blend of the finest wood with Titanal to create a board that is both incredibly stable and remarkably flexible. Add some Nicholas Britell to your après playlist, and you’re onto a winner.
Oris ProPilot X Year of the Snake Limited Edition
Never a brand to shy away from eye-catching limited editions, the newest ProPilot from Oris celebrates the upcoming Year of the Snake with this 88-piece iteration. In the Chinese zodiac, the snake symbolises wisdom, wealth, agility and intelligence, and this has been showcased with a sleek skeletonised dial and fresh cyan colourway. Away from aesthetics, the Year of the Snake ProPilot features Oris’s in-house-developed Calibre 115 movement, boasts a 10-day power reserve and sports a patented non-linear power reserve indicator (which has been elevated with a unique snake’s tongue hand).
MOSS Cable Roll-Neck Jumper
We’re now so comfortably in Love Actually season that if you don’t have a roll-neck on standby, you might be in the minority. We’re 1 week out from the big day (at time of writing), and to put this in film terms, Colin Frissell is just about to board a plane and have the best night of his life. But, for those not embarking on a Milwaukee-based love quest, but rather just trying to stay stylish and warm in the coming days, we’d recommend this Cable Roll-Neck from MOSS. Blended with sustainable wool and alpaca, it’s a versatile piece that will take you seamlessly from the nativity play to the airport, or from a crowded family bash to rural France (depending on your arc).
Crockett & Jones Goodwood Oxford Shoes
Made from Last 387; one of Crockett & Jones’s Main Collection lasts, these Goodwood Oxfords are a superb addition to any festive wardrobe. The whole cut design and dark oak suede perfectly toe the line between smart and casual, and the ‘City’ rubber sole ensures sure footing from the pub on Christmas Eve to morning mass, and beyond.
Mulberry Heritage Backpack
Originally inspired by English country pursuits, the Heritage Collection from Mulberry is often what first springs to mind when luxury aficionados think of the brand. The lightweight Scotchgrain (made from recombined Bio-Plastic materials) and iconic pebble-grain finish are immediately recognisable, and it’s the Heritage Backpack that’s on our Christmas list this year. With an abundance of detail across its 3 pockets, canvas lining, embossed signature and webbed straps, it’s a timeless piece for luxury lugging.
David Gandy Wellwear Duvet Robe
More outdoor friendly than a traditional dressing gown, and less controversial than an away-from-the-water dryrobe, the Duvet Robe from David Gandy Wellwear might well have been designed with the ‘betwixtmas’ period in mind. As the days blend into one, and leftovers become the main source of sustenance, this relaxed fit robe will ensure comfort both indoors and out. It has a belted waist to lock in the heat and has been infused with the brand’s moisturising and anti-inflammatory treatment for maximum hygge vibes.
BOGNER 007 Silvan Gloves
Though 007 only carves the piste in 5 of the 25 Bond films (not including Timothy Dalton’s cello sledge in The Living Daylights), there’s no question that he’s comfortable on the slopes. He’s also one to appreciate the appropriate kit, and whilst Q Branch might not be providing your snow attire this season, BOGNER are fortunately on hand with their 007 inspired Silvan Gloves. Made of grained sheepskin leather and equipped with fleece lining and temperature-regulating insulation, they’re ideal for gentle reds, dicey blacks, evading sinister paragliders (The World is Not Enough) or ruining a charming alpine lunch (For Your Eyes Only).
Ettinger Capra Double Watch Roll
It’s often overlooked, but the festive period does present something of a horological challenge for those spending the holiday away from home. Thankfully, Ettinger gives the gift of choice, with their Double Watch Roll comfortably housing the Christmas wristwear rotation. Perfectly sized for 2 watches, suede lined and able to be personalised with up to 5 initials, it makes a special gift for any timepiece enthusiast, or a neat stocking-filler for yourself.
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