Editor's Picks: Swaine umbrella, IWC watch, Loch Lomond whisky and Floyd luggage

Editor's Picks: Swaine umbrella, IWC watch, Loch Lomond whisky and Floyd luggage

The best gear in the world right now, from spacefaring watches to retro specs

Each week we present to you some of the best products on the planet. Whether it's timeless footwear or vintage-inspired timepieces, these are the items that you need to shake up your lifestyle for the better...

Floyd - Silverglider Aluminium Suitcase

Silverglider Aluminium Suitcase

The future of luggage, the Silverglider from Floyd is the first from the brand to be sculpted from a single piece of aluminium, allowing for a smooth California-inspired aesthetic with no harsh lines or folds, only maximum style and durability. Its internal architecture features two interior compartments in eye-catching orange, while the leather handles on its exterior juxtapose the 85 duro polyurethane skateboard wheels, ensuring your travel wares glide smoothly and silently through the terminal.

Silverglider Aluminium Suitcase

Floyd

Silverglider Aluminium Suitcase

£845
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IWC - Pilot's Venturer Vertical Drive

Pilot's Venturer Vertical Drive

One of the most unique releases to come from Geneva's Watches & Wonders this week, the Pilot's Venturer Vertical Drive from IWC is a future-facing piece designed to take the brand out of the stratosphere and into the beyond. The first mechanical watch that has been specifically engineered from the ground up for human spaceflight and timekeeping in space, this white zirconium oxide ceramic and Ceratanium model underwent rigorous testing by IWC's brand partner, Vast, before receiving spaceflight qualification for voyage on Haven-1; soon to be the world's first commercial space station.

Pilot's Venturer Vertical Drive

IWC

Pilot's Venturer Vertical Drive

POA
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Crockett & Jones - Salcombe 2

Salcombe 2

Crafted with a wholecut design synonymous with simplicity, versatility and ease-of-wear, the Salcombe 2 (a leather-lined version of Crockett & Jones' best-selling plain-front loafer, the Salcombe) is a lightweight and comfortable addition to the warm-weather footwear lineup. Sporting a gum-coloured rubber wedge sole and treated with 'Scotch guard' to ensure impenetrability from any April showers or cocktail spills, this suede model works as effortlessly on the London streets as it does on the sun-soaked riviera.

Salcombe 2

Crockett & Jones

Salcombe 2

£525
Buy Now - £525

TUDOR - Black Bay 54

Black Bay 54

Brand new, and in sapphire blue, the latest Black Bay 54 from TUDOR pays tribute to the brand's history (a nod to the traditional 'TUDOR blue' colourway) while incorporating signature elements of past TUDOR divers' watches. Possibly the most true-to-form Black Bay to have been created thus far, this 37mm piece's vintage-inspired look is amplified by its sunray-brushed dial and matching blue bezel paired with a classic lollipop design on the seconds hand.

Black Bay 54

TUDOR

Black Bay 54

£3,690
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Swaine - Whangee Singin' in the Rain Umbrella

Whangee Singin' in the Rain Umbrella

Though Colin Firth’s bulletproof variant in Kingsman, and Mary Poppins’ parrot-handled style are understandably in the conversation, we’re confident in saying that it’s Gene Kelly’s model in Singin' in the Rain that is the most iconic umbrella in cinematic history. Immortalised by Kelly’s monsoon moves, this handcrafted piece, created by Brigg (part of Swaine London), has comfortably stood the test of time, with its 8-panel design and textured, whangee bamboo handle and shaft being as admired today as they were in 1952.

Whangee Singin' in the Rain Umbrella

Swaine

Whangee Singin' in the Rain Umbrella

£620
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Tissot - Gentleman 38mm Automatic

Gentleman 38mm Automatic

A streamlined upgrade to its predecessor, the Gentleman 40mm, the newly released Gentleman 38mm Automatic offers a new interpretation for everyday sophistication. The reduced case size increases the model's versatility and adaptability, while the silver, black, dark blue, and dark green dial shades allow for individual preference and tonal flavour. Under the hood, we see unrivalled Tissot reliability, with a Powermatic 80 automatic movement, delivering up to 80 hours of power reserve, cementing this piece's reputation as a deserved daily driver.

Gentleman 38mm Automatic

Tissot

Gentleman 38mm Automatic

£690
Buy Now - £690

Loch Lomond - 19-Year-Old Open Course Collection 2026

19-Year-Old Open Course Collection 2026

If last week's Masters has you excited for a strong summer of golf, it's only fitting that you find an appropriate tipple. While Azaleas might suit Augusta, those accustomed to cooler climes might rather reach for a bottle of Loch Lomond's newly released Open Course Collection. Matured for 19 years, and with only 3,000 bottles available worldwide, this limited release celebrates the 154th Open at Royal Birkdale and the brand's long-standing partnership with golf's original championship.

19-Year-Old Open Course Collection 2026

Loch Lomond

19-Year-Old Open Course Collection 2026

£195
Buy Now - £195

Vacheron Constantin - Historiques American 1921

Historiques American 1921

A roaring twenties icon reimagined, the updated Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 adds playful charm to an understated brand classic. One of Vacheron Constantin's most recognised heritage revivals, this piece, with its 45-degree-rotated dial and unconventional crown placement (designed for motorists to read the time without taking their hands off the wheel) has returned with both 36.5mm and 40mm cases and stylish grained dials. Polished pink gold frames the subtly textured faces, with vivid Arabic numerals and blued 18k gold hands completing this enviable timepiece.

Historiques American 1921

Vacheron Constantin

Historiques American 1921

£39,300
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Tracksmith - London Tee

London Tee

Whether you secured a start-line spot and are deliberating on race-day fits, or getting in the running spirit elsewhere, the pros at Tracksmith never miss when it comes to appropriate kit. This year, its limited-edition London Marathon technical tee evokes the Victorian streetscapes surrounding the brand's London abode (on Chiltern Street), with a jadeite and wine colourway adding some capital city flair to this lightweight mesh piece.

London Tee

Tracksmith

London Tee

£77
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Paul Smith - Havana 'Mellor' Sunglasses

Havana 'Mellor' Sunglasses

Based around the traditional rectangular lens shape, but with a typical Paul Smith modified and unique look, the Havana 'Mellor' Sunglasses from the eponymous brand are our choice for adding character to the eyewear rotation this year. Made in Italy from premium acetate, these retro specs are akin to the styles donned by a young Michael Caine but with unmistakably recognisable Paul Smith Artist Stripe detailing around the temple tips.

Havana 'Mellor' Sunglasses

Paul Smith

Havana 'Mellor' Sunglasses

£225
Buy Now - £225

MOSS - Chestnut Nubuck Leather Jacket

Chestnut Nubuck Leather Jacket

Built from a velvety soft 100 per cent nubuck leather, this jacket from MOSS is an effortless top layer for the coming weeks. Workwear-inspired, with a patch pocket and two-way zip, this smooth chestnut brown piece seamlessly elevates more casual springtime ensembles, as well as working perfectly alongside more refined seasonal fits.

Chestnut Nubuck Leather Jacket

MOSS

Chestnut Nubuck Leather Jacket

£349
Buy Now - £349

Breitling - Navitimer Cosmonaute Artemis II

Navitimer Cosmonaute Artemis II

More than 60 years after becoming the first Swiss wristwatch in space, Breitling has continued its aerospace legacy with its newest release: the Navitimer B02 Chronograph 41 Cosmonaute Artemis II. Featuring a striking galaxy-blue meteorite dial, and limited to 450 pieces, this 41mm model is unmistakably eye-catching piece, ideal for those seeking a modern yet characterful style, with undeniable exploration heritage.

Navitimer Cosmonaute Artemis II

Breitling

Navitimer Cosmonaute Artemis II

£9,500
Buy Now - £9,500

Timberland - Classic 2-Eye Boat Shoe

Classic 2-Eye Boat Shoe

One of the most timeless summer footwear styles, the humble boat shoe has been a preppy stalwart since its creation in 1935. With its distinctive sole siping having been designed to mimic the inventor's dog's paw (and its ability to grip on wet and icy surfaces), the boat shoe remains a firm favourite amongst sailors and Sloane Rangers alike. Timberland has always been a consistent figure in the deck shoe game, and the Classic 2-Eye iteration remains a steady addition to semi-formal and casual summer ensembles.

Classic 2-Eye Boat Shoe

Timberland

Classic 2-Eye Boat Shoe

£140
Buy Now - £140

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