NYC-centric vintage dealer Fantasy Explosion teamed up with Bloomingdales on a capsule collection of retro-tinged baseball caps that celebrate the city. The New York Cursive Embroidered Snapback has been crafted from a cotton/polyester blend and features an adjustable closure. Available in black or white, it’s one of five caps in the collection.
The sixth of KITH and Columbia’s collaborations has just launched, and our pick from the highly sought-after collection—known as EEA aka Element Exploration Agency—are the fleece shorts. Available in two colorways (red hibiscus or cyber purple), they’re enzyme stonewashed and crafted 450 GSM cotton fleece. The drawstring closure and loose fit means they’re fit for all kinds of summer adventures.
Chefs, hospitality professionals and enthusiastic home cooks know that all aprons aren’t the same, despite appearances. The team at industry-grown Helt Studio understands this innately, and founded the company upon the belief that culinary workers should have the same level of performance built into their apparel as athletes. Just one of their many products, the Crossback Apron (pictured here in the Deep Sea colorway) is super-functional and has been crafted from 10-ounce water-resistant canvas. With an adjustable neck strap and 46-inch waist straps, it features two lap pockets as well as a chest pocket—and a hidden spot for your phone.
From Australian brand Perks and Mini’s spring/summer 2022 collection, each Upcycled Dragon Egg Tote Bag is individually crafted in Melbourne from nylon ripstop fabric that features a digital print. The design is a tweaked take on a bag from the PAM archive—which dates back to 2000, when Misha Hollenbach and Shauna Toohey founded the now-cult brand. The elasticated “corn” gathering creates a ruched effect, and the bag features custom PAM woven straps.
Greenpoint, Brooklyn-based Brother Vellies—founded by Aurora James—champions traditional African design practices while sustaining artisanal practices and offering luxury accessories. Their cotton mid-calf Cloud Socks are chunky and cozy. While the one-size-fits-all socks comes in a range of colors, our pick is the lavender, as proceeds from this hue go to the brand’s mask-making and food-distribution initiatives in Kenya.
Evoking the liquified, amorphous shape of molten lava, these striking earrings from Seattle-based jewelry line FARIS drip and shine across the lobe. Handmade to order, the Lava studs are a study in wearable sculptures and abstractionism. They are available in sterling silver or bronze.
The latest collaboration between Converse and Comme des Garçons PLAY reimagines the duo’s first partnership with an even brighter, more striking design. The classic canvas high-tops (available in white or black) feature red midsoles that boldly contrast the rest of the sneakers. Finished with CDG PLAY’s signature heart and eyes logo, this iteration is loudly playful.
Belgium-based brand LĒO maintains a firm focus on eye-catching fabrics in their collaboration with American workwear icon Dickies. This turtleneck is crafted from a 3D bubble material (reminiscent of popcorn shirts) and boasts a loud, tie-dye pattern. The playful top also features a logo zipper. Price is in Euros.
Designed in collaboration with Speedland athlete and record-breaking elite runner Liz Canty, these SL:HSV trail sneakers are built for performance. The precise fit offered by the proprietary PerformFit Wrap by BOA Li2 System makes trail running safer and more comfortable. BOA laces stay snugly in place and don’t leave dangling loose ends. Altogether, the sneakers are light but sturdy, supportive and responsive. Speedland’s co-founders, Dave Dombrow and Kevin Fallon, have plenty of experience in the field too, having worked in design at Nike, Puma and Under Armour. The SL:HSV shoes are purpose-built, tech-forward sneakers that have been meticulously crafted with runners in mind.
Founded by Irish textile designer Hannah Whelan, Brooklyn-based MÁLA focuses on playful but long-lasting bags. Every item is designed, hand-stitched and shipped by Whelan—and the Wibbly Wobbly Rope Tote is no exception. This twist on the classic tote bag is named after the Irish treat (an ice cream filled with banana, strawberry and lemon jelly) from the ’70s, and comes in various colorways. Our favorite is the red and pink iteration. Made from canvas, it’s 15 by 16 inches and its double handles (crafted from nylon) measure around 12 inches. Each bag will vary slightly due to its handmade nature.
From Jessica Tse’s NOTTE Jewelry, the “Dream A Little Dream” pearl necklace is part of the MEZZANOTTE collection which exists as a “love letter to the magical hours that birthed the brand.” It’s a playful take on the classic string of pearls, comprising freshwater pearls and gold-filled beads. Each piece is handmade, and no two are identical.
Stash vintage car keys (and garage or house keys) in this handmade leather key wallet from NY-based motoring accessory designer, watchmaker and CH favorite, Autodromo. Available in nine colors, each wallet is produced in Italy from high-quality pig leather and period-correct gold tone hardware. With space for three keys, the lightweight item can easily slip into a pocket.
NYC-based Tombolo will donate 100% of the sales from a forthcoming special edition of their cabana shirt (pictured here as a reference mock-up) to GlobalGiving’s Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund. The premium activewear brand’s pledge means they’re covering payment processing and shipping themselves in order to guarantee that every dollar consumers spend on the shirt supports the humanitarian effort. This blue and yellow iteration of the classic cabana shirt is crafted from lightweight organic cotton terry cloth, accented by Agoya shell buttons.
Designed to handle the most extreme cold weather conditions, Canada Goose’s mid-calf Snow Mantra Boots—the brand’s first foray into footwear—incorporate everything from a moldable Intuition liner for secure fit and PrimaLoft Aerogel to Gold Insulation for durability and an outsole with superb grip and a waterproof HDry membrane. Though they’re in aesthetic alignment with the brand’s beloved Snow Mantra Parka, these boots—which can handle temperatures below -22°F (or -30°C)—place functionality first and foremost.
An innovative Beijing-based brand known for uncovering connections between jewelry and the body, YVMIN teamed up with luxury fashion brand XU ZHI to create this striking jade and silver bracelet. Pairing a modern chunky chain with delicate, traditional jade beads, this piece accentuates the endurance and strength found in both materials.
New and exclusive to P448.com, these Dean Aquamarine sneakers are drenched in ’80s inspiration from their silhouette to neon colors. The fluorescent tube-style laces add to the overall retro look, as well. Available in men’s size eight to 12.5, these sneakers incorporate a mesh and suede upper, Terry lining and Vibram soles, making them durable and comfortable.
