The trudge and trawl through the tar-like winter months can feel, at the darkest of times, wholly unrewarding, with merely a handful of Dickensian-style pub sittings qualifying as ‘cosy’, before words such as ‘grim’ and ‘bleak’ start creeping their way back into the daily vernacular. Many take solace in the not-too-distant prospect of clement, spring-time weather – blossoming trees, lighter evenings, the re-emergence of the not-too-hot-not-too-cold pub garden gathering and perhaps most importantly of all, the welcome crossover from essential bulky layers to versatile, lightweight transition pieces. Our cross-departmental run down is a celebration of the shift in mindset, the eagerness and excitement of imminent outdoor recreation. Or something like that.
1) Noah
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You know that image you have of yourself, sipping that first hard-earned post-work pint, with the sun glancing off your forehead on an oddly balmy March evening? Well imagine it again but this time, you’re wearing a pair of Noah’s new season Work Jeans in Black (or whatever colour takes your fancy, you have choices). Classic 5-pocket construction, 100% Cotton Twill with contrast stitching akin to classic American workwear pieces.
Work Jean, Black
£165
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1) Noah
You know that image you have of yourself, sipping that first hard-earned post-work pint, with the sun glancing off your forehead on an oddly balmy March evening? Well imagine it again but this time, you’re wearing a pair of Noah’s new season Work Jeans in Black (or whatever colour takes your fancy, you have choices). Classic 5-pocket construction, 100% Cotton Twill with contrast stitching akin to classic American workwear pieces.
Work Jean, Black
£165
2) Our Legacy
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Just when you thought camo had been done every which way conceivable, Our Legacy raise their hands with this (landscape camo! who knew) ultra-boxy short sleeve shirt. Perfect for those balmy afternoons hiding behind trees, pranking your mates. Bad jokes aside, the cotton blend composition, mother of pearl buttons and straight hem are not to be missed. Quintessential, distilled essence of OL right here. Sleep on it at your peril.
Box Shortsleeve Shirt, Landscape Camo Print
£220
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2) Our Legacy
Just when you thought camo had been done every which way conceivable, Our Legacy raise their hands with this (landscape camo! who knew) ultra-boxy short sleeve shirt. Perfect for those balmy afternoons hiding behind trees, pranking your mates. Bad jokes aside, the cotton blend composition, mother of pearl buttons and straight hem are not to be missed. Quintessential, distilled essence of OL right here. Sleep on it at your peril.
Box Shortsleeve Shirt, Landscape Camo Print
£220
3) Mfpen
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Sigurd Bank’s Mfpen has a distinct focus on utilising deadstock material (particularly that of Italian and Portuguese mills) to produce nothing short of beautiful, oversized shirting that by its very definition, is limited in supply. Makes you want in, doesn’t it? Pictured here is a seersucker iteration of their Generous Shirt in blue pinstripe, with dropped shoulders and a rounded hem lending you that perfect floaty-shirt aesthetic you’ve been vying after.
Generous Shirt, Light Blue Office Stripe
www.couvertureandthegarbstore.com
£160
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3) Mfpen
Sigurd Bank’s Mfpen has a distinct focus on utilising deadstock material (particularly that of Italian and Portuguese mills) to produce nothing short of beautiful, oversized shirting that by its very definition, is limited in supply. Makes you want in, doesn’t it? Pictured here is a seersucker iteration of their Generous Shirt in blue pinstripe, with dropped shoulders and a rounded hem lending you that perfect floaty-shirt aesthetic you’ve been vying after.
Generous Shirt, Light Blue Office Stripe
www.couvertureandthegarbstore.com
£160
4) Snow Peak
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Ever had a supermarket bag give way, as you cascade towards the nearest bus stop, dented tubs of hummus in tow? Avoid that sinking feeling forever more with Snow Peak’s Type 01 Packable Tote. This graceful, weightless companion can be housed inside any available pocket, is water-repellent and composed of Cordura® nylon. No more rips, no more spills.
Packable Tote Bag Type 01, Black
£67
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4) Snow Peak
Ever had a supermarket bag give way, as you cascade towards the nearest bus stop, dented tubs of hummus in tow? Avoid that sinking feeling forever more with Snow Peak’s Type 01 Packable Tote. This graceful, weightless companion can be housed inside any available pocket, is water-repellent and composed of Cordura® nylon. No more rips, no more spills.
Packable Tote Bag Type 01, Black
£67
5) Martine Rose
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Yes, ok, caught short in a green space you can opt for canine-toothed/lighter-based techniques to prise open your cherished Red Stripe stubbies, but wouldn’t you rather be talk of the town with your brand new Martine Rose bottle opener? Once over the initial hump of actually using this as intended, rather than preserving it as a museum piece, this little leather-clad bad boy will serve as intended until you’re old and grey.
Martine Rose, Bottle Opener Keyring
£125
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5) Martine Rose
Yes, ok, caught short in a green space you can opt for canine-toothed/lighter-based techniques to prise open your cherished Red Stripe stubbies, but wouldn’t you rather be talk of the town with your brand new Martine Rose bottle opener? Once over the initial hump of actually using this as intended, rather than preserving it as a museum piece, this little leather-clad bad boy will serve as intended until you’re old and grey.
Martine Rose, Bottle Opener Keyring
£125
6) Acne Jeans
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If you haven’t yet joined the baggy jean contingent, honestly what have you been up to for the last few years but also, listen up – they’re more comfortable, more versatile (can be worn on, or above waist) and despite what detractors spew, they look and date better. Believe us. Match this light wash pair from Acne Studios with a t-shirt and pumps, and guess what? You’re timeless classic incarnate.
Wide Leg Distressed Organic Jeans
£300
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6) Acne Jeans
If you haven’t yet joined the baggy jean contingent, honestly what have you been up to for the last few years but also, listen up – they’re more comfortable, more versatile (can be worn on, or above waist) and despite what detractors spew, they look and date better. Believe us. Match this light wash pair from Acne Studios with a t-shirt and pumps, and guess what? You’re timeless classic incarnate.
Wide Leg Distressed Organic Jeans
£300
7) Berghaus
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Newcastle-born outdoor brand Berghaus’s Dean Street Heritage collection dives deep into their diverse and storied archive, replaying and reinventing some of their most iconic pieces of clothing. This unisex Tramantana T-Shirt in rich navy blue, with aztec-print sleeve detailing, is a perfect example of a recognizable piece with a bold point of difference. Tuck this into your freshly laundered white denim trews and off you trot.
Unisex Organic Tramantana T-Shirt, Dark Blue
£25
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7) Berghaus
Newcastle-born outdoor brand Berghaus’s Dean Street Heritage collection dives deep into their diverse and storied archive, replaying and reinventing some of their most iconic pieces of clothing. This unisex Tramantana T-Shirt in rich navy blue, with aztec-print sleeve detailing, is a perfect example of a recognizable piece with a bold point of difference. Tuck this into your freshly laundered white denim trews and off you trot.
Unisex Organic Tramantana T-Shirt, Dark Blue
£25
8) Fred Perry
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Call the police, Dickie Greenleaf’s lost his luggage! Fred Perry’s latest Reissues collection draws inspiration from vintage swing tags and luggage labels from the 70s, which depicted holiday-goers in luxe Fred Perry sportswear. This beautiful knitted shirt, made in Italy from a super soft cotton & acrylic blend, features a Cuban collar, three patch pockets and a button-through opening.
Two Colour Knitted Shirt
£250
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8) Fred Perry
Call the police, Dickie Greenleaf’s lost his luggage! Fred Perry’s latest Reissues collection draws inspiration from vintage swing tags and luggage labels from the 70s, which depicted holiday-goers in luxe Fred Perry sportswear. This beautiful knitted shirt, made in Italy from a super soft cotton & acrylic blend, features a Cuban collar, three patch pockets and a button-through opening.
Two Colour Knitted Shirt
£250
9) Côte&Ciel
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Paris-born Côte&Ciel’s design-forward backpacks are a sight to behold. So much so, that you can consider the days of desperately pounding the inner contents of your luggage ever deeper into itself to make way for your holiday reads all but over, as the Yukon EcoYarn, svelte and nifty as it is, has a trick up its sleeve. Unbuckle at the front and hey presto, it expands to full capacity! It’s an ideal commuter bag too, with its super comfortable mesh-panelled straps and a rear compartment, sized perfectly for a laptop.
Yukon EcoYarn Backpack, Black
£161
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9) Côte&Ciel
Paris-born Côte&Ciel’s design-forward backpacks are a sight to behold. So much so, that you can consider the days of desperately pounding the inner contents of your luggage ever deeper into itself to make way for your holiday reads all but over, as the Yukon EcoYarn, svelte and nifty as it is, has a trick up its sleeve. Unbuckle at the front and hey presto, it expands to full capacity! It’s an ideal commuter bag too, with its super comfortable mesh-panelled straps and a rear compartment, sized perfectly for a laptop.
Yukon EcoYarn Backpack, Black
£161
10) Sun Buddies
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‘Boys, I thought this was a Spring round up, where are the sunglasses?’ We hear you, and concede. You only need to pick up a pair of Sun Buddies to realise that they’re remarkably well made. Made by hand using Mazzucchelli acetate and a seven-bar hinge, there is a reassuring sense of longevity in their composition. They come complete with a lovely hard case too, which we feel is often overlooked these days. We’ve opted for the Pyle, in a bold leopard print.
Pyle Sunglasses, Leopard
£125
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10) Sun Buddies
‘Boys, I thought this was a Spring round up, where are the sunglasses?’ We hear you, and concede. You only need to pick up a pair of Sun Buddies to realise that they’re remarkably well made. Made by hand using Mazzucchelli acetate and a seven-bar hinge, there is a reassuring sense of longevity in their composition. They come complete with a lovely hard case too, which we feel is often overlooked these days. We’ve opted for the Pyle, in a bold leopard print.
Pyle Sunglasses, Leopard
£125