Witu Bags

The independent Aussie brand accessorizing with neoprene

Witu is a fun, Melbourne-based accessories label with a penchant for neoprene. The highly functional, protective foam is perfect for bags, camera straps and tech cases, yet it’s seemingly a largely unexplored material among the accessories industry. Witu bags prove to be far sturdier than their more commonly found nylon look-alikes, and their stylishly simple drawstring backpack has become local favorite for all kinds of …

Outdoor Project

Design and adventure enthusiasts of the Pacific Northwest make it easier to enjoy the great outdoors

Guidebooks, websites, word-of-mouth—nowadays, there’s a wealth of resources that an outdoor adventurer can consult before embarking on a trip. Oftentimes though, these resources aren’t comprehensive, up-to-date, or even particularly reliable. Furthermore, not many do a very good job of inspiring novices to venture out into the wilderness. This is where Outdoor Project comes in. “Guidebooks don’t speak to you,” says Tyson Gillard, founder and CEO …

Word of Mouth: San Sebastian

Europe's best city beach, the Cristóbal Balenciaga Museum, pintxo bars and designer boutiques

This summer saw all kinds of action in San Sebastian, Spain, and those festivities aren’t over yet. With July’s International Jazz Festival, the Semana Grande with parties, bullfights and fireworks, and the Zinemaldia International Film Festival later in September, the city keeps summer alive for as long as possible. But it’s actually best to go during quieter monthsin the fallwhen you can discreetly observe the …