We recently sent high flying couple Joe Donovan and Sophia Rosemary up to the hills to put some of Swiss performance brand On’s latest outdoor gear to the…
Brimming with ‘80s charm, the adidas Hamburg is the gift that keeps on giving. Having first stepped onto the circuit as part of the brand’s City Series, the…
The sun is shining and everyone is suddenly reaching for their summer clothes. Of course it’ll be raining again this afternoon but we’ve got to indulge ourselves haven’t…
Those nice habits you picked up during loose lockdown need to continue. No, not forgetting to brush your teeth or watching inane Netflix documentaries about murderers, but exercising…
We’ve been banging on about the merits of a good overshirt a lot lately, but this Universal Works Bakers one might just take the cake. A lighter version…
Back again with the lovely lightweight outerwear, Haglöfs are here with something stealthy and sharp for spring and summer. In case you’ve missed it, their L.I.M range seeks…
In life, all you need is food, water, shelter and a reliable reliable overshirt from Barbour’s Beacon range. Made from 100% polyester, this lightweight jacket is bang on…
There comes a time every year when one must look deep inside ones soul and ask the eternal question. “Do my shorts fit me?” Usually, if the answer…
It’s not all that uncommon for me to find things hidden in my clothes – a long forgotten packet of chewing gum, the odd face mask, even the…
As longtime fans of Marc and Laurent’s Arpenteur, it’s always easy to talk about this gear with a smile on our face. Celebrating the end of their first…
Yes, that’s right, this is the Armor Lux Vareuse Deperlante Smock. Try saying that in the accent local to Terraces in the Potteries and you’ll bamboozle even the…
Every time I write about this brand I have to resist the urge to use the phrase ‘wax lyrical’, but in this case I should probably make an…
One of the final models produced before the ZX line shifted its focus elsewhere, the adidas ZX 420 is certainly a gem for those with an affinity for…
While shopping for trousers, you’re no doubt looking for a certain… kecks appeal. Something which leaves you panting for more. I’m not sure why this has quickly descended…
Stuck for what to wear this summer? Whether taking a stroll with your favourite hot beverage or tackling the week’s big shop, this newly conjured up selection from…
The Star Master has been around for decades but it’s only just the last one that true appreciation for its beauty has become widespread. Canvas shoes are usually…
A teddy bear dressed in preppy style on a t-shirt from arguably the best clothing brand on the planet. What’s not to like? As the doors to the…
Avid readers (of whom there are millions) will have noted with interest our mention of the American sandal brand Chaco last week. The post was actually the second…
Those sweet Swedes sure do know how to do things properly. If countries were brands, I think my favourite brand would be Sweden. Their way of life, their…
The first thing I think when I see this modern classic is the time I spent in Italy a few years ago, where almost everyone was wearing a…
We’re no strangers to the odd slogan, pun or general wordplay here at Proper. But the beauty in a brand like Patagonia is they make everything they do…