Wishlist: Leather shoes, luxury SUV and more
From leather shoes to a luxury SUV, this is what we want this week...
Mimicking a Sixties original designed for railway workers with its tough mechanical movement, black lacquered hands and 12- and 24- hour markings, this horological beauty by Longines is a timepiece rich in history. The elegantly tapered dauphine hands and simple, stainless-steel case do, however, give it a contemporary twist that makes it perfect for the modern day gentleman.
Not only renowned for distilling worldly Cognacs since 1863, Maison Hardy is also known for the unique vessels that its drinks arrive in. Its latest tipple is the Hardy Noces D’or Sublime which features a bottle designed for the Year of the Rooster – an emblem that so happens to be the Hardy family’s coat of arms. Arriving in a plaque that’s been cut and polished by hand, this particular spirit is created from 40 different Cognacs, all of which have been aged for a minimum of 50 years.
Despite having roots that date back to the middle ages, a good pair of monkstrap boots will never go out of fashion. This pair by Italian brand Santoni is built using mahogany leather and features a polished toecap and silver buckles. Wear with a dark navy suit or, for a dash of Italian sprezzatura, pair with a some wool trousers and a bold, checked blazer.
Whether you’re hosting cocktails on your balcony or barbecuing some juicy cuts of meat for friends and family, this summer you’re going to need a decent set of speakers. And although it may look akin to a bijou-sized portfolio, this Bluetooth speaker packs a real punch. The in-built big driver with bass radiator delivers some serious power while the anti-clipping function allows for distortion-free music. Better still the cover is dustproof, shockproof, and splashproof making it the ideal gadget for years to come.
You may have dropped £100 on a new pair of luxe sunnies, but that’s no excuse not to give them a home that’s worthy of their quality. For something that is truly timeless, opt for this slim, cross-grain calf leather case by luxury goods company Smythson.
If you’re either a tea aficionado or a northerner (or both), we’ve found the device for you. With just the touch of a button this intelligent infuser controls all aspects of tea making – from water temperature and quality to steep time and agitation – all while maximising each tea flavour and eliminating bitterness. The white, stain-resistant borosilicate glass carafe and infusion globe will also give your kitchen major design props.
Mechanically-speaking, this modified car is no different to a Range Rover 5.0 V8. But with 23” wheels in a Santorini black finish and carbon fibre accents, diamond-quilted leather seats, and a front bumper with exposed carbon fibre air intakes, this all-black four-wheeler may well be Overfinch’s slickest customisation to date. You want it.
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