Word of Mouth: London Coffee Shops

Our tour of the English capital's finest places to grab a cup of Joe, from bike shops to DIY radio stations

by Anya Lawrence For a city that rarely sleeps, it’s no wonder that London’s coffee shop scene is booming. Gone with the dominance of generic international chains, the emphasis is no longer just on the convenience of grabbing a freshly brewed cup from an insignificant cafe. From coffee shops boasting beautiful bespoke interiors and inventive design concepts to those championing ethical sourcing, there’s something to …

Monitor World Cup Scores With HotBlack Smartwatch

Track your team's match vitals with the Bluetooth-enabled, soccer-minded timepiece

Created by physicist—and avid soccer enthusiast—Richard Hoptroff after 15 years of tinkering with intricately complicated timepieces, the HotBlack smartwatch aims to keep wearers connected to their favorite soccer team, whether live at the match or stuck behind a desk during game time like many of us during this year’s World Cup. Set which team you support using the native iPhone- and Android-compatible app, and the …

Umbrella Stand

Assiduous umbrella makers London Undercover collaborated with Scotland’s Method Studio to produce a striking oak umbrella stand—a functional furnishing handmade and expertly crafted. The stand is available with orange or army green webbing material.