Steele and Borough The Forrest Weekender Bag

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Every summer wardrobe needs the perfect grab-and-go weekender bag that’s ready to accompany you on whichever adventure you choose next. Steele and Borough have your back on this one, not least because their mission is for all their pieces to be the “classics of tomorrow” as they put it. Swedish design means minimal form-follows-function style in water-resistant nylon with detailing in vegan leather. Inside there’s a large open pocket and zipped side pocket, plus there’s a handy drawstring bag for shoes.

Tapferkeit Freiheit Automatic White

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A watch is an essential male accessory. The key is a timepiece that doesn’t need to shout its excellence. Tapferkeit takes inspiration from the Bauhaus for their impeccable range of highly contemporary watches. The Freiheit Automatic has a 21-jewel Miyota 8215 movement which offers a 42-hour power reserve. The sleek design is in stainless steel with a case height of just 13 mm, making this an ideal watch for all occasions, from casual gastropub lunches to date nights at your favorite restaurant. Domed sapphire glass finishes a perfect personal style signature.

Luca Faloni Sand Linen Baseball Cap

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You’ll be needing exactly the right headgear for your next villa holiday in Ibiza, something that’s classy rather than flashy. Luca Faloni has form here, using linen from long-established mills in northern Italy with construction from artisanal studios to construct their rigorously imagined edit of summer essentials. Proudly made in Italy, this summer cap has a classic six-panel design with an elasticated back, while 100% linen allows for both protection and breathability. Definitively stylish too, in a way that only linen can offer.

Sub Sun Sub 001

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Looking for effortless cool from your next pair of essential summer sunglasses? Of course, you are. Insurgent brand Sub Sun’s founders are Tom Leuchars and Bradley Zero, who bring their background with Peckham’s storied Rhythm Section International label to every piece they release. Here the inspiration is 1980s Melbourne, in a hand-finished Mazzucchelli acetate frame, with critical 100% UV 400 protection provided by high-end scratch-resistant R39 lenses. All ready for that beach close-up.

Dalgado Renato Hand-braided Leather Belt

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Finish your outfit off with a signature belt. The trick is finding exactly the right one. Dalgado founders René and Jan Jüliche bring together minimalist design with premium leathers and artisanal craft to produce, as they put it, “timeless accessories that are made to last”. Their hand-braided belt is constructed in Italy using calf leather vegetable-tanned in France to produce a piece designed simply to get better and better with the patina of age. The hand-braided design offers infinite fit options.

Oliver Cabell Low 1 Belmont

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Oliver Cabell’s handmade, direct-to-you, affordable luxury is a compelling philosophy and one that’s gained this niche label a dedicated following. The Low 1 Belmont is a new take on an Oliver Cabell classic with subtle, distinctive distressing that’s unique to each pair. These are sneakers that instantly look worn in, while still being hand-crafted by skilled artisans in Italy’s Marche region, where shoemaking is a way of life. Calfskin leather is full-grain and there’s a high-end Margom sole. Calfskin lining? Of course.

Axel Arigato Arlo Sneaker

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Max Svärdh and Albin Johansson founded Axel Arigato to express their obsession with sneakers – and to create something entirely new. Axel Arigato brings together a Japanese sensibility for detail with Swedish minimal design. Their Arlo Sneaker is a perfectly judged low-key silhouette – great design never needs to shout – with uppers in leather, suede, and recycled polyester. The sole includes recycled rubber and this distinctive colorway is a quietly confident summer statement.

Dalgado Elio Low-Top Smooth Leather Sneakers

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Are these the perfect white sneakers? Handmade in Portugal, the Elio silhouette expresses a central Dalgado belief, one that “cherishes quality and opposes mass consumption” as they eloquently put it. The design is so subtle it’s hardly there, uppers are in Italian bio-based full-grain calf leather, the lining is super-soft calf from Italy, soles are by Margom. Details always count: laces are in Portuguese natural cotton – there’s a spare pair of course – barely-visible branding will impress aficionados and there’s a black cotton dust bag.

LØCI Neo Maize Sneakers

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When you’re looking for conscious consumption and a label that knows how to mesh style with sustainability, then LØCI is the place to go. Innovation in materials is central at this pioneering label, with uppers in a vegan leather substitute that’s 50% maize waste, and incorporates recycled poly-textiles. Linings are in nylon and bamboo, soles are natural leather and there’s a natural cork insole. Also: just look at them. Distinctive LØCIlogo marks out the Neo as something truly special: a sneaker for our times, here in a green colorway that adds a punch to any outfit, every occasion.

Cariuma Black Canvas Slip-on

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Every wardrobe needs a pair of slip-on sneakers, no ifs no buts, no maybes. Whether you’re sloping around your holiday villa or strolling on the beach they’re the perfect option, though we’d dress ours up for a night out later. Skater style here is inspired, say the good people at Cariuma, by a California afternoon. We’re there already: an organic cotton canvas to the upper and lining is in line with the label’s promise of sustainability, logo to the sides is an expression of their pride in what they do. Sole is 100% natural rubber, the result is a true summer essential.

The Base Layer: Form&Thread Organic Lightweight Sweatshirt

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Start at the very beginning. Form&Thred’s Portuguese-crafted Organic Lightweight Sweatshirt is a very good place to start. A lightweight Italian organic cotton fleece construction promises welcome coziness, while an elasticated sleeve cuff and fixed hem mean that it’s ideal layered for a bracing walk and effortlessly stylish for drinks at that country pub afterward.

The Puffer Jacket: Forét Taiga Jacket

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Great look, and even better insulation. When it comes to men’s winter clothing, Forét is a no-brainer: it’s the Danish brand founded by two friends who want you to revel in the great outdoors, however challenging the conditions. Step forward to their Taiga Jacket, wind and water repellent, constructed from recycled polyester for impeccable sustainability credentials, detailed with contrasting flap pockets to look after your essentials.

The Winter Trousers: L'Estrange The 24 Trouser Wool

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You’ll feel like you’ve pulled on leisurewear. The best winter trousers come no more super-soft than this and no more versatile: just as easily dressed up with a jacket as dressed down with a sweatshirt. The 24 Trouser in wool is by the essentials specialists at L’Estrange, designed in London, constructed in Tuscany using 100% natural stretch merino wool, high-end luxurious and naturally temperature regulating. Machine washable, too. Finish off with fine leather boots.

The Scarf: ASKET The Cashmere Wool Scarf

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No doubt about this: cashmere is a slam-dunk essential in your collection of the best winter clothes for men. Take ASKET’s Cashmere Wool Scarf – and trust us you’re going to be taking it everywhere this winter – designed in Stockholm, a place that knows a little about chilly conditions, and constructed from 45% recycled cashmere, that most cosseting of fibers, and 55% recycled wool. ASKET are minimalists, so this is a piece designed to be with you for many seasons to come.

The Timeless Trench: Percival Olive Melton Trench Coat

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A trench coat is a key fixture of any men’s winter wardrobe. Only question is – which one? We believe we might just have found the perfect piece: east London’s Percival, specializing in “subverting the classics” as they like to put it, has designed their Trench Coat in a relaxed yet formal-when-required cut, with construction in a wool blend featuring a technical fabric added for structure and style. 

The Winter Boots: Velasca Famej Boots

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Italian designed and made? Check. Ready to offer both style and substance in your essential collection of winter clothes for men? Also, check. Velasca’s Famej ankle boot looks great – that’s Italian handmade craftsmanship for you – and is crafted to support and envelop your foot in full-grain smooth calfskin leather, tanned for a lasting finish. Naturally extracted Brazilian rubber forms the soles, designed to be as ready for a seasonal ramble as they are suited and booted to impress at dinner.

The Versatile Sweater: Seneca Quilted Navy Cortina Crewneck

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“Clothing for your journey” is Seneca’s promise, “no matter your pursuit.” When it comes to assembling your selection of winter clothes this season, their men’s Cortina Crewneck, ethically made in New York from soft quilted Japanese fabric, is an essential piece of kit for your winter travels wherever they may take you, from the ends of the earth to the end of the lane. Quilting is on-trend, design is specifically targeted at layering, and details include binding to cuffs and hem for a refined contemporary feel.

The Cashmere Roll-Neck: Aurélien Pure Cashmere Caramel Rollneck

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Luxury, luxury, and, yes, more luxury. If the rollneck is essential among the best winter clothes for men, Aurélien’s Pure Cashmere Rollneck is, we’d humbly suggest, doubly so. Mediterranean stylists Aurélien are the deluxe experts – think an autumn evening’s stroll on the Italian Riviera – and their simply cut, 100% cashmere roll-neck is perfectly judged wherever you’re headed. Throw on overworn jeans or style under a jacket, formal, or bomber.

The Playful Accessory: Harris Tweed Hat, Multicolor Herringbone Plaid, Red/Green by Depuis Toujours

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The brand name means “forever,” worn proudly on this Harris Tweed Hat from Depuis Toujours, the sort of upbeat piece that you’ll relish as a piece of perk against the pesky cold. We’d suggest their 100% Harris Tweed hat – woven in Scotland and produced in New York – will cheer up even the dullest of days.

1. Essential Sneakers - Premium White Court by Artisan Lab

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Feel the luxury. Handmade construction is from full-grain calfskin leather, tanned in Italy, crafted in Italian shoemaking studios. Artisan Lab specializes in producing strictly limited batches of their sought-after sneakers, ensuring the highest quality – and that yours may be the only pair that you’ll see. Margom soles complete a perfectly judged picture of these best white trainers for men.

2. White Voyager Sneaker by Aurélien

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Aurélien’s deluxe vision of the best men’s white sneakers is meticulously achieved. French Nappa leather forms the minimally styled upper, leather stitched to the midsole creates all-white silhouette for added crispness. Lining in calf leather adds cosseting comfort. Soles are in rubber and – details matter – laces are waxed. Perfect for your next sea voyage, or a classy pint at your local.

3. Belèratt Total-White Leather Sneakers by Velasca

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Crafted in Italy by Velasca’s selected artisans in the shoemaking town of Montegranaro, these are choice trainers for men with a true luxury pedigree. Thanks to Velasca’s direct-to-you approach these high-end wardrobe pieces are also affordable. Smooth calfskin leather is selected for minimalist uppers, while soles are in durable rubber.

4. Oaxen White Calf by Myrqvist

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Refined and hand-crafted are two hallmarks of Myrqvist’s vision to rediscover the joy of handmade footwear. Here that vision is fastidiously applied to this Swedish label’s Oaxen White Calf sneakers. Hand-crafting is in long-established Portuguese shoemaking studios using calf leather from renowned French tannery Du Puy and soles in off-white rubber, resulting in simple perfection.

5. Oca Low Off-White Canvas by Cariuma

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Cariuma sneakers have all the verve and vitality of a day at Copacabana beach. Add a clear consciousness about environmental impact, since sustainability is what the Brazilian fun-seekers at Cariuma do. Classic canvas construction is in the heritage tradition of the best white trainers for men, augmented by subtle green Cariuma logos to the heel and upper. Perfect for dancing in the sand.

6. Run 2 by Hylo

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High in performance for your morning run, low in impact for the benefit of our plane, Hylo is rewriting the running shoe rules. Their Run 2 sneakers are a supreme example of this sustainable, contemporary approach. Materials include corn fiber and organic cotton. Rubber is natural, impact is transparently listed. So good they’ll work dressed up, easily winning their place among the best men’s white trainers.

7. Ten by LØCI

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Looks and feels super-deluxe; vegan approach true to LØCI’s mission to help save earth’s wildlife. Construction is 100% vegan materials, all plastics are 100% recycled. Elastic cork insoles ensure even weight distribution. Mesh lining in bamboo absorbs moisture. And did we say that they’re super-stylish too? Construction handmade in Portugal.

8. Arctic White Wood Sneaker Men by Giesswein

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Yes, wood. An innovative approach from third-generation Austrian specialists ensures these are both among the best white trainers for men – and form a true conversation piece too. Fast-growing eucalyptus trees provide the basis for Giesswein’s knitted ultra-soft wood fibre construction, which molds to each foot. EVA sole ensures this is an ultra-lightweight choice.

1. Form&Thread Lightweight Sweatshirt

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Form&Thread’s lightweight sweatshirt is sustainably made in Portugal from the brand’s signature Raglan Tee fabric, a lightweight Italian organic cotton that’s super soft and breathable. With its fixed hem and elasticated sleeve cuffs, it bridges the gap between a long-sleeve tee and lightweight sweater, making it a versatile base upon which to add both sporty and refined elements. 

2. ASKET The T-Shirt

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You can never go wrong with a plain tee, and the Swedish label ASKET makes some of the best we’ve come across. The brand’s classic tee is crafted from premium heavyweight Egyptian cotton, which results in the perfect balance of softness and durability. Team it with tailored sweatpants, sneakers, and a bomber jacket for a fail-safe sports-luxe look. You’ll probably want to stock up on one in every color.

3. WAHTS Terell Tech Jersey Pants

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These aren’t your standard sweats. Dutch label WAHTS has harnessed a technical bonded jersey fabric to create ultra-comfy, high-performance jogger pants with a sleek and sophisticated aesthetic. Dress them up with a polo shirt, jacket, and clean leather trainers: weekend wardrobe sorted. 

4. Artisan Lab Hight Top Essential Sneakers

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Artisan Lab is all about putting a luxurious spin on wardrobe classics, which is exactly what it’s achieved with these high-top sneakers. Merging a clean, minimalist silhouette with premium materials and top-notch craftsmanship, these classic kicks are hand-stitched in Italy, using soft yet durable Italian calfskin. 

5. Luca Faloni Fine Silk-Cashmere Hoodie

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Crafted in Italy from a blend of luxurious cashmere and silk, this Luca Faloni hoodie strikes the ultimate balance between sportswear and smart dressing. Designed to naturally drape around your body shape, it’s flattering and comfortable. Team it with chinos and sneakers for an effortlessly cool take on the business casual look.

6. Percival Bucket Hat

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Percival is renowned for its playful takes on menswear classics. The London-based brand has put a crafty spin on the bucket hat, a perennial sportswear staple. Teaming up with Korean illustrator Aaron Chang, it has created a collection of corduroy bucket hats featuring Chang’s Ivy League-inspired illustrations. Throw on a crisp tee, hoodie, and chinos for a laid-back sports-luxe look. 

1. WHATS Larson Tech Parka

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Amsterdam-based brand WAHTS specializes in a specific hybrid genre of sportswear-meets-menswear that’s sophisticated and stylish yet ultra-functional. With versatility at its core, WAHTS’ sleek designs are driven by the demands of the modern man: these are garments that will serve you just as well for running a marathon as for running a business meeting. 

WAHTS’ Larson Tech Parka is the jacket we’ll be reaching for when those spring showers inevitably start. Made in Portugal from a water-resistant softshell fabric, it boasts a clean silhouette with the hidden functionality of multiple zipped pockets. A subtle dropped back features a slit that offers easy, aerodynamic movement. Throw it on over a suit on your commute to work or wear it on a wet and windy hike, such is its versatility. This makes it one of the best spring jackets for men in 2022.

2. Form&Thread Twill Daikanyama Work Jacket

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British brand Form&Thread’s utilitarian-inspired overshirts and jackets have garnered a cult following, and it’s not hard to see why. Their understated workwear aesthetic transcends trends and seasons, while their meticulous construction from top-notch materials like long-staple Supima cotton and Italian technical fabrics means they’re built to last.

One of Form&Thread’s latest styles to cross our radar is the Daikanyama Work Jacket. Made from midweight organic cotton twill, it’s lightweight and breathable, the perfect men’s spring jacket for the warmer months. A relaxed fit and clean, collarless placket make it a casual wardrobe hero that will team well with anything from jeans and sneakers to chinos and boots.

3. Percival Sherlock Watcher Check

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You can never go wrong with a classic mac jacket, and no one makes them quite like Percival. The London-based label, renowned for its playful takes on timeless menswear staples (think tees embroidered with hot sauce bottles or sweaters featuring skateboard-riding dinosaurs), has given the outerwear hero a fresh update.

The limited edition Sherlock jacket comes in a classic Shepherd checkered fabric, renamed by Percival as the Watcher Check, for the simple (and typically Percival) reason that “it sounded better”. Made in London from an Italian wool blend and bonded for extra warmth, it’s the perfect layer for crisp early spring days, effortlessly teamed with a plain white tee, rolled-up jeans, and loafers. Weekend wardrobe sorted. 

4. ASKET Raw Denim Jacket

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Founded upon the simple principle of ‘buy less, but better,’ ASKET creates timeless, well-fitting wardrobe essentials that can be worn season after season, year after year. The Stockholm-based brand refuses to cut corners on craftsmanship, ensuring each garment is meticulously made from only the finest, most sustainable materials, in order to stand the test of time in one’s wardrobe. 

Who better to look to then, for a classic spring jacket that will never go out of style? ASKET’s Raw Denim Jacket is a trans-seasonal staple that you’ll reach for time and again thanks to its clean, minimalist design and durable construction. Cut from ASKET’s signature Japanese raw denim in organic cotton, it features recycled hardware and an organic cotton-lined interior. Dress it up or down as you please: the raw denim will work particularly well as part of a workwear-inspired outfit, teamed with corduroy trousers and boots. 

5. ISTO. Linen Jacket

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There’s a lot to love about linen. It’s breathable, moisture-wicking, and hard-wearing, not to mention easy on the earth, as it requires a whole lot less water than cotton to produce. So it’s no wonder ISTO. has harnessed the natural fiber for its elegant Linen Jacket. 

The Portuguese label is known for its sustainably-made season-less staples, and this happens to be one of our favorites. Its simple cut and soft flannel feel lend themselves to ultimate versatility: wear it with unstructured tailoring and leather penny loafers to a spring wedding or dress it down with jeans and sneakers on the weekend. The natural durability of linen means it will endure as a go-to staple for years to come.