Editor's Picks: MR MARVIS trousers, Bell & Ross watch, Glenfiddich whisky and Allbirds trainers.
The best gear in the world right now, from Sipsmith’s new gin to Umai’s Modern Caviar.
Each week we present to you some of the best products on the planet. Whether it's Jo Malone’s Japanese inspired fragrance or Newlane’s space-saving helmet, these are the items that you need to shake up your lifestyle for the better...
MR MARVIS Five-pockets
It’ll come as no surprise that MR MARVIS, the Amsterdam-based purveyor of exceptional legwear, is well equipped when it comes to the changing of seasons. And as our MR MARVIS shorts move closer to the back of the wardrobe, we’re reaching for their newest addition to the range; the Five-pockets. Produced from premium denim, and sporting exceptional detail and enviable comfort, the Five-pockets come in 9 colourways to have you suitably dressed up, or down, in the months ahead.
Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Skeleton
Inspired by the vintage Captain Cook from 1962, the latest addition to the Captain Cook Skeleton Series from Rado boasts a rugged matt black high-tech ceramic monobloc case and a rose-gold-colour rotatable bezel. The sapphire crystal dial provides an unobstructed view of the R808 skeleton movement, and its 43mm size makes it unmissable and immediately recognisable on the wrist.
Umai Modern Caviar
With exceptional flavour at the forefront of the brand (their name comes from the Japanese word meaning ‘delicious and tasty’), Umai is ushering in a new age for caviar. They’re not anti-blini by any means, but prefer to push the envelope a little more with regard to pairings and flavour profiles. Take their Modern Caviar for instance; produced in Germany, it’s elegant and nutty, and compliments lobster and salmon as much as it does avocado, sweetbreads and porcini mushrooms.
Sipsmith Origin 1639 Gin
Featuring juniper, orange peel, lemon peel, and orris root, Sipsmith’s Origin 1639 is a DeLorean for the tastebuds, transporting us back to the libations of yesteryear and treating us to the very recipe that sparked gin as we know it today (previously tucked away in the 1639 standards manual of the Worshipful Company of Distillers). It’s a memorable blend of juniper, punchy citrus and a spicy finish – ideal for creating a Beer Street atmosphere with Gin Lane sipping.
Private White V.C. Lowry Great Coat
Though L.S. Lowry is more likely associated with enochlophobia than fashion, that hasn’t stopped Manchester-based brand, Private White V.C. from taking inspiration from Lowry’s work in their newest collection. Their Lowry Great Coat is a standout piece that acknowledges the brand’s military heritage and Lowry’s traditional colour palette. Handcrafted and versatile, it’ll see you stylishly going to work, coming from the mill, or even going to the match (if you know your L.S. Lowry).
Allbirds Courier Trainer
A green take on the retro runner, the Courier trainer from New Zealand brand, Allbirds, is the ideal marriage of comfort, versatility and sustainability. Made with natural rubber, sugarcane-based SweetFoam®, and organic cotton, the Couriers boast a carbon footprint of 5.51 kg CO2e (a standard trainer is about 14 kg CO2e, from the brand’s estimations).
Jo Malone Hinoki & Cedarwood Cologne Intense
Fiercely fresh and undeniably distinctive, the latest Cologne Intense from Jo Malone utilises one of the Five Sacred Trees of Kiso, the hinoki tree, to take the wearer on an intense aromatic journey. With top notes of clean aromatic accord, and charismatic base notes of cedarwood, it’s no wonder hinoki trees were once under Samurai protection.
Newlane Flip-Clip Helmet
For those whose inner monologue tells them “but I’m just going down the road” as they breeze past their bike helmet on the way out the door. Or the others who forgo protection in favour of additional rucksack space, Newlane might have an efficient solution. Their Flip-Clip Helmet neatly packs down to half its original size with zero compromise on style or safety, making it ideal for day-to-day commuting, occasional Limes or attempting to get a seat on the Northern Line at rush hour.
Bell & Ross BR-X5 Racing
Limited to just 500 pieces, the BR-X5 from Bell & Ross has taken motorsport inspired timepieces to the next level. Like a race car, the functionality of the BR-X5 has dictated the aesthetics. Carbon fibre and titanium have been used in the case to keep the weight low, but strength high, the hour and minute hands are coated with white Super-LumiNova® X1 luminescent material for maximum visibility, and the power reserve even resembles a fuel gauge (“E” for “Empty” and an “F” for “Full,”) for quick checks between laps. Form and function, thy name is BR-X5.
Glenfiddich Grand Château
Liquid proof that one needn’t lose their playfulness with age, this 31 year-old Single Malt from Glenfiddich, though aged in American oak casks before finishing for 9 years in Bordeaux wine casks, definitely has a mischievous side. Part of the new Grand Series, the brand further elevated this exceptional whisky by partnering with renowned French artist André Saraiva, who introduced his character Mr.A to the world of whisky, and created a visually striking (and highly sought after) Artist edition.
Want more of the best gear money can buy? Check out our previous Editors' Picks…
Become a Gentleman’s Journal member. Find out more here.
Become a Gentleman’s Journal Member?
Like the Gentleman’s Journal? Why not join the Clubhouse, a special kind of private club where members receive offers and experiences from hand-picked, premium brands. You will also receive invites to exclusive events, the quarterly print magazine delivered directly to your door and your own membership card.
Further reading
Editor’s Picks: Asprey cocktail shaker, Rolls-Royce Phantom, Slowear sweater and Émigré windbreaker
Editors' picks: Bennett Winch briefcase, Laphroaig whisky, Purdey coat and Bentley fragrance
