Wishlist: Luxury watch, home speakers, bicycle and more

From hotel stays to home speaker systems, this is what we want this week...

Fluorescent jackets, top-heavy helmets and skin-tight lycra: cyclists don’t have the most appealing outerwear. But that’s about to change with this elegant Loft 7D bicycle. And while this four wheeler’s matte khaki colourway is guaranteed to turn heads in your direction, its lightweight frame and 7-speed drivetrain will make for a fuss-free and smooth ride. The morning commute has never seemed more appealing.

First launched in 1960, Grand Seiko – Seiko’s premium mechanical range – has long been the pinnacle of Japan’s watchmaking business and has birthed some of history’s finest stripped-back timepieces. Luckily for watch aficionados the first Grand Seiko collection has been recreated, and from start to finish each component stays true to the original designs, but with a few subtle upgrades. When it comes to aesthetics, the first models arrived in both platinum and an 80 micron gold-filled case; the new recreations, although available in both metals, also come in a stainless steel option. Additionally, the case is virtually identical to the original, but its diameter has been increased to 38mm in order to satiate contemporary tastes.

For those wanting a closer look at this revamped classic, head over to Seiko’s recently-opened London boutique which showcases the Japanese brand’s watchmaking credentials, including its Astron GPS Solar range and the Presage, Prospex and Premier collections.

Whether you want to check-in on your home during your weekend away, or feel like keeping an eye on your offspring next door, the Somfy One is the ideal solution as its alarm will notify your smartphone of any movements within your abode. Although it’s an inexpensive and simple way of monitoring your valuables and loved ones, this minute gadget packs a technological punch as it encompasses a full-HD camera, a 90dB siren and an advanced motion sensor which allows users to define their detection-free areas. Peace of mind for frequent travellers at last.

If you want to experience a prime slice of Denmark’s rich design history, the retro-inspired Alexandra is the place to check out. Only a short walk away from renowned attractions such as Tivoli, this Copenhagen establishment is furnished with mid-century Danish design classics such as Arne Jacobsen’s Egg Chair and Finn Juhl’s teak coffee tables, all of which help create an eclectic interior that contrasts against the city’s minimalistic, all-white hotels. But don’t be deceived by Alexandra’s throwback aesthetics, as it’s also furnished with all the mod cons and facilities you’ll need during a long weekend away in this corner of Scandinavia.

If you’re still on the hyyge hype and want to recreate a cosy Dansk night with friends and family, then this fireplace is a good place to start. Standing at six feet tall and just two feet wide, the Tole K60 is a slender bit of patio furniture that’ll give a glowing ambience to any British summer evening. Better still, just above the wood burning area you’ll be able to sizzle up a feast for famished guests, as slide-in accessories – such as a grill plate or Teppanyaki griddle – turn this unit into a makeshift outdoor kitchen.

If your office is a sea of navy suits and crisp white shirts, this bag may help you stand out from the crowd in a stylish yet understated manner. Made from oxblood pebble-grain leather and designed with a push lock hidden behind the silver buckle (making it easy to access on-the-go essentials), this is one accessory every gentleman must have in his formalwear armoury. For the ideal ensemble, pair with a worn-in Oxford shirt and some well-tailored chinos.

Q Acoustics’ new flagship floorstanding speaker is the brand’s most innovative and refined model yet. Using a unique Dual Gelcore construction, which offers a three-layered cabinet configuration, this lustrous piece of tech dissipates high-frequency vibrations, thus reducing any unwarranted noise by the cabinet.

When it comes to performance, these speakers are worldly. Using a special driver to deliver its unique sound, the Concept 500 is the closest you’ll get to a live music experience without the crowds and mud-laden fields. And even at low listening levels their broad, unforced tonal balance will satisfy most audiophiles.

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