Since Proper began as a fanzine many years ago the amount of pies in which we have fingers has risen considerably. That’s why we now sell candles. Working…
We’ve become accustomed to the output of Universal Works over the years. Always reliable, well-made, affordable, they also know how to throw the odd eyebrow raiser into the…
Not a brand given to letting the grass grow under their feet for too long, Carhartt WIP are back with another season of tees that make everyone go…
As is the case across a lot of brands and retailers at this time of the year, Kavu clearing the decks, recharging their batteries and shifting stubborn stock.…
The end of the spring/summer season brings with it that conundrum we all face from time to time. Stick or twist. To be or not to be. Other…
Though Hikerdelic is a brand we created, conceived and continue to own, we’re always keen to keep that stubborn objectivity Proper has become known for at the forefront…
From the very beginning, unfeigned has been a menswear line dedicated to quality, clean designs and a genuine commitment to bringing a human touch to the business of…
The ability for British brands to transcend their traditional roots is well-documented. Berghaus is the archetype when it comes to the concept of streetwear, well before streetwear and…
Our appreciation of Garbstore stretches back to its inception, a full 16 years ago now. Founded by Emily Dyson and Ian Paley, the store has always been a…
Having spent the weekend cutting grass, trimming hedges then blowing up with hayfever, my focus turned to sprucing up the inside of my house, and with that came…
New Balance has teamed up with contemporary Parisian café, PaperBoy, to deliver a pair of co-branded New Balance FuelCell SuperComp Elite V4s. This performance-focused shoe incorporates the signature cartoon…
One of our favourite emerging brands in recent years is Carrier Goods… sorry, Purple Mountain Observatory. Yes, they changed their name. We call them PMO now IRL, FYI.So…
After the introduction of iconic collabs and its Spring/Summer 2024 Centenary Collection in the first half of the year, Umbro head into the second half of their anniversary…
We concern ourselves with clothing on here on a regular basis. We like hoods, coats, jeans even. All that stuff. But one thing that doesn’t often get considered…
Kavu River ShortI’m getting some of these, I’ve decided. Lovely brick orange shorts, like Stockport Viaduct. Ok, Kavu call them Copper but I’m not having that tbh. Brick.…
The tail end of the traditional summer sale period combines with practical outdoor stuff you need right now. This month’s Proper Picks is another mixed bag. Kavu Trail…
The legacy of Massimo Osti is evidenced not just in the brands he created and left behind, but in every day life. This pioneering and celebrated designer pushed…
When you think of hiking boots, there are often two categories they fall into. They’re the stylish ones that’ll serve you well for a year or two, or…
While the world and his wife embraces the type of footwear worn by your daft Uncle back in the early 80s, there are less obvious choices out there…
We’ve all noticed the rise in popularity of good, solid running shoes of late. Having spent a fair amount of time staring at the floor in airport queues…
As I’ve mentioned numerous times already, people don’t go for enough jogs anymore. It’s run this, run that. Running is the new jogging. I like the sound of…