November Essentials
- mark haddon
ADIDAS SPZL AW26: HERITAGE WITH ATTITUDE
Fronted by an impressive line-up of skate talent, including Blondey McCoy, Riley Hawk, Dennis Busenitz and Vincent Milou, the collection has authenticity running through it. The 12-piece apparel range mixes functional outerwear and relaxed staples, with the Springvale Parka, Eccleshill Smock and Baxenden Hood standing out. Earthy shades of olive, cargo, burnt sienna and deep navy give the collection a distinctly autumnal feel.
Footwear is equally strong, with six styles including the Hawaii SPZL, Halewood SPZL in standout orange suede and a winter-ready Boston II Outdoor featuring an adi-Tex membrane. A solid accessories offering completes the line-up.
Another strong season from SPZL, proving that sometimes the best way forward is to look back.
FOOTASYLUM CELEBRATES THE UNSUNG HERO IN ITS 2026 CHRISTMAS CAMPAIGN
Christmas adverts usually mean tearful reunions and a talking penguin. Footasylum has gone another way and pointed the camera at the person who turns up at your door with your new trainers: the delivery driver. Fair play. They’re more reliable than your mates and more anticipated than a post-pub food order. Santa gets the credit, but he’s got a sleigh and reindeer doing the work.
The cast is stacked: Danny Aarons, Nella Rose, Harry Pinero, Kaci Jay, PK Humble, Tyrique Hyde and Sammi Eilishi, with GymSkin as Footasylum’s “Head of Aura”. It’s a daft job title, but it sounds like the right kind of daft. The product list is strong too, with Nike, adidas, New Balance, ASICS, Saucony and Trapstar all on the Christmas list.
‘The Unsung Hero’ launches on 13 November across Footasylum’s digital channels and website.
Three jackets in one. Your wardrobe just got a lot less crowded.
British weather has a split personality, so your jacket needs one too. Moss reckons it has cracked it with the Stone Hybrid, a water-resistant outer with a reversible inner gilet. Wear the lot when it’s brass monkeys, ditch the gilet when the sun makes a rare appearance, or sling the gilet on its own for a pint garden session.
The hood has a drawcord, so you can cinch it tight when the heavens open, and the popper cuffs keep the draught out. Two patch pockets hold your keys, your phone and whatever else you’ve lost track of by closing time. It zips up easily, and the stone colour looks sharp with chinos, jeans or whatever else you’ve got clean.
SUN MOUNTAIN X MANORS CLUBGLIDER3 TRAVEL BAG £380
Who said golf luggage had to be boring? Manors has teamed up with Sun Mountain to give its seriously clever ClubGlider3 travel bag a style upgrade, and the result is one of the best-looking pieces of golf travel kit we've seen. Finished in Manors' distinctive 18 Anywhere pattern, with understated Dune tones and co-branded detailing, it brings a welcome dose of streetwear sensibility to the airport carousel.
But there's plenty going on beyond the looks. Sun Mountain's clever retractable kickstand system takes the weight off your shoulders, allowing the fully loaded bag to glide effortlessly on four wheels. Add a tough, water-resistant ripstop shell, moulded clubhead protection, an integrated TSA lock and a dedicated AirTag pocket, and you've got serious practicality covered.
For golfers who like to travel in style without compromising on performance, this collaboration ticks all the boxes. Less dragging your clubs through the terminal, more thinking about that first tee.
Armor Lux Original Breton raincoat Penmarch £98
Forget blending into the background. Armor-Lux brings a welcome splash of colour to miserable weather with its Original Breton Penmarch Raincoat. The bright yellow finish is a nod to its authentic maritime heritage, but this is far more than just a good-looking rain jacket. Lightweight, comfortable and fully waterproof, it’s built to deal with whatever the British weather throws at it.
The details are spot on, too. Heat-sealed waterproof seams, a high zipped collar, secure press-stud pockets and adjustable cuffs keep the elements out, while the clean, uncomplicated silhouette makes it just as at home on the streets as it is by the coast.
There's something effortlessly cool about a jacket that doesn't need to shout about itself. A proper wardrobe classic, with a bit of personality and plenty of practicality. Rainy days just got a whole lot brighter.
BARBOUR X PARABOOT £495
The Barbour x Paraboot collaboration blends British heritage with French footwear craftsmanship. Inspired by classic Parisian city shoes, these split-toe Derby shoes feature a rich leather finish, contrasting olive canvas panels, signature waxed detailing and a chunky rubber sole. Combining rugged construction with timeless style, they offer a distinctive take on a classic silhouette.
The North Face Men’s Pertex® Nuptse Reversible Jacket £325
The Nuptse has been a streetwear heavyweight since 1992, and The North Face has given its iconic silhouette a fresh update with the new Pertex Reversible Jacket. Keeping the oversized baffles and unmistakable mountain-to-street attitude, this latest version brings a clever two-in-one design that makes it even more appealing.
The standout feature is, of course, the reversible construction, offering two distinct looks depending on your mood. Underneath the familiar styling is some serious technical thinking, with wind-resistant Pertex Quantum fabric, a water-repellent finish and 700-fill recycled down insulation delivering plenty of warmth without unnecessary bulk.
Finished with an adjustable hem, articulated sleeves and practical zipped pockets, it's built for everyday wear when the temperature drops. Whether you're heading into the city or escaping for the weekend, this is a jacket that looks as good as it performs.
An established streetwear icon with a clever new twist. Hard to argue with that.
A BATHING APE MEN DOWN JACKET £529
Two sides to every story
When it comes to making a statement, few brands do it quite like A Bathing Ape. The Japanese streetwear heavyweight continues to deliver, and the 1ST CAMO Reversible Down Jacket is another strong addition to its outerwear collection.
Featuring BAPE's unmistakable 1ST CAMO print, the jacket offers two looks in one. Wear it camo-side out for maximum impact or reverse it for a more understated look. Versatility is the name of the game.
With a filling of 90% duck down and 10% duck feather, there's plenty of warmth for the colder months without unnecessary bulk. Practical, comfortable and unmistakably BAPE.
At £529, it's a premium investment, but for those who appreciate the brand's heritage and aren't afraid to stand out, this is a seriously good piece of winter streetwear.
Navy Holdall Suit Carrier Hybrid Bag £179
A versatile accessory that'll have you covered for all business and destination-event travel, our waterproof canvas holdall ticks all the boxes.
It comes with a protective suit carrier that can be attached/detached as you wish using magnets and straps, so you can use them together or separately to suit the trip.
The carrier will keep your tailoring pristine, while the holdall's spacious enough for your accessories, washbag, shoes and anything else you might need to finish your look.
Measuring at 55cm x 35cm x 32cm, most premium airlines will happily accept it as a carry-on* so, wherever you're heading, you're good to go.
Kith & New Balance Monuments Collection £190
Kith and New Balance have turned New York’s landmarks into trainers, and the Monuments Collection is out now. It’s three colourways of the 2011, the silhouette Ronnie Fieg and New Balance introduced earlier this year for Kith’s 15th anniversary. The name nods to the year Kith was founded and the start of the partnership with New Balance. The multi-panel upper sits on ABZORB cushioning from the original 2002, so it looks good and should feel good too.
Park is the one for 530 fans. A maroon palette with atomic yellow and off-white picks up the quilted vamp and collar from Fieg’s 2014 530, on premium pigskin suede and microperforated nubuck. Garden goes floral, mixing light grey with amazon green, lilac, atomic yellow and fuchsia on a microperforated suede vamp with leather inserts. It’s the boldest of the three. Banner is the cleanest, with princess blue, silver and orange accents on a mesh and suede upper.
All three have asymmetrical Kith and New Balance branding on the heel pills. They come in custom packaging illustrated with a New York City map and its monuments, with matching sockliner artwork and two extra lace options in the box.
Park and Banner are in all Kith stores, while Garden is exclusive to the New Balance at Kith store in West Hollywood. All three are also on Kith.com and the Kith App.
SERGIO TACCHINI CELEBRATES 60 YEARS IN STYLE
Celebrating 60 years of Italian sporting heritage, Sergio Tacchini has dropped a limited-edition anniversary dressing gown that brings a touch of off-court luxury to your downtime. Finished in deep navy velour with gold embroidered detailing, it comes complete with matching socks and a dedicated dust bag. A seriously stylish gift for fans of the iconic brand, it's priced at £120 and available now from selected retailers, including RD1 Clothing.
PALACE SKATEBOARDS TAKES OVER SOHO WITH NEW LONDON FLAGSHIP
Palace has never been one to do things by halves, and its new London flagship on Poland Street is no exception. The skateboarding powerhouse has opened the doors to a seriously impressive 250-square-metre space, bringing together British architectural influences, skate culture and the brand's trademark sense of humour.
Taking inspiration from iconic London landmarks, the interior mixes stained-glass windows featuring bespoke Palace artwork with marble flooring, oak panelling, concrete and galvanised steel. There's plenty of nostalgia, too, with archival imagery and nods to the brand's early days, including a Rolls-Royce grille salvaged from its original store. A huge two-storey LED installation adds a suitably modern finishing touch.
Naturally, Palace isn't opening its doors without a few treats. Two exclusive collections accompany the launch, including a 10-piece collaboration with Burberry featuring everything from a standout honey-beige Camden car coat to check shirts, caps, accessories and even a branded skateboard deck. There's also a London-only collection featuring GORE-TEX outerwear, hoodies, tees and accessories, all carrying references to the number eight – a nod to the store's address.
More than just another retail space, Palace has created a proper celebration of its London roots and the culture that helped build the brand. If you're in Soho, 8 Poland Street is well worth a visit.
Palace's new flagship is open now at 8 Poland Street, London, with exclusive collections available in-store.
adidas x BAPE®: The Golden Era Collection
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adidas and BAPE® are back together, this time swapping the football pitch for the basketball court. The collection is a nod to the late ’90s and early 2000s, when what players wore off court mattered as much as what happened on it. Purple runs through everything, channelling BAPE®’s COLOR CAMO from its early-2000s peak.
The footwear is the main event. The Crazy Energy+, adidas Basketball’s newer performance model, gets a metallic COLOR CAMO SILVER all-over print, a knitted “WGM” (World Gone Mad) lace overlay and two interchangeable lace options. The Adizero Goukana keeps its shape but takes on a COLOR CAMO PURPLE mesh underlay, Italian patent leather overlays and metallic gold accents, with a West Coast sunset feel.
The apparel is the real highlight. A black varsity jacket with purple trim, gold studs and a chenille “World Gone Mad” back graphic is the statement piece. It sits alongside a reversible purple mesh COLOR CAMO hoodie with a tonal shark face, reversible Adibreak track pants, a warm-up top, a BABY MILO® tee, a reversible beanie and a BABY MILO® basketball bag. Jalen Williams fronts the campaign.
The collection is out now on the adidas CONFIRMED app via select retailers, at BAPE STORE® and on BAPE.COM.
Sergio Tacchini x Home Grown
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Sergio Tacchini is 60 this year, and it’s marking the milestone with a team-up with Home Grown, the label owned by size?. The idea is terrace culture, where sport, music and what you wear on a Saturday all get mixed together, and it feels like a good match.
Sergio Tacchini’s Italian sportswear heritage meets Home Grown’s British take on terrace style. The signature Damarindo stripes are combined with Home Grown’s Dover Check, on classic sportswear silhouettes updated with relaxed fits. The fabrics are a mix of heritage sports materials and tactile textures like piqué and brushed knit, so it should be comfortable as well as sharp.
The campaign is fronted by Charlie McNichol, frontman of Manchester band The Rolling People. They’ve gone from the city’s grassroots scene to headlining the O2 Ritz and New Century Hall, which suits the terrace-meets-music angle.
Matthew & Camila McConaughey's Award Winning Pantalones Organic Tequila
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When Matthew and Camila McConaughey put their name to a tequila, you'd expect a little character. Pantalones delivers. This award-winning, USDA-certified organic tequila brings together quality 100% blue Weber agave, serious craftsmanship and a refreshingly laid-back attitude. From the citrus and honey notes of the Blanco to the rich butterscotch of the Añejo, there's plenty to like. Already making waves in the UK, with Waitrose, Whole Foods and some of the country's best bars stocking the range, Pantalones proves that premium tequila doesn't have to take itself too seriously. Good juice, good times, no fuss.