Sustainability is fundamental to everything Craghoppers does and this is what it calls its ‘Mindfully Made’ ethos. The brand allocates significant resources to innovating responsible manufacturing techniques and…
In a subtle break away from our usual lists of six items, we’ve decided to compile a list of seven socks for spring and indeed summer, if you…
Try saying that title with a Werthers Original under your tongue. Roughly translated into a non-alliterative phrase it just means coats for wearing on your autumn walks. We’ve…
They’ve been around for a while now, 7L. Since Jamie Lundy took over the reigns the brand really has gone from strength to strength. Their latest development comes…
Last week the Proper posse were lucky enough to be swathed in gin & tonics and surrounded by amazing clothing and footwear at the launch event for Garbstore.ten,…
The brand first appeared in the early 1960s as the tennis division of Italian Ski-wear company L’Alpina Maglierie SporCve S.p.A which itself was formed back in 1946. To reflect the…
Garbstore is a brand which wears its influences on its sleeve, literally in some cases. Their latest lookbook shows off lots of properly nice knitwear, Made in England…
Manchester is pretty spoilt you know, especially for what is still a provincial city. Not only does it boast a healthy presence from the last few chain stores…
We’re big on using alliteration here at poetic Proper. Sometimes it’s not easy but occasionally this stuff writes itself. Take Six Eight Seven Six x Cash Ca Capsule…
Having visited most of the big cities in the UK, one thing that always strikes me is how little variation there is between those outside the capital city.…
The world has seemed like it’s ending for quite a while now, so that probably means it’s not going to happen anytime soon. With that being said, the…
Science fiction horror films from the early ’80s rarely age well. Something about watching laughable CGI, lacklustre performances, and odd sound effects doesn’t account for great viewing in…
Blending athletic inspiration with cutting edge design, Crocs has dropped a new silhouette that’s as bold as it is versatile—the Echo Surge. This is the latest evolution in…
You know when your two dead similar mates, who’ve never had much to do with each other – for whatever reason, finally click. This is a bit like…
After a painful three month hiatus, the football season is back, if we’re choosing to ignoring the Euros – which we are. To celebrate Saturdays having a purpose…
If you like your trainers with a sunny disposition, then New Balance are here to save summer. This Vitamin D infused, futuristic pair of 9060s come in a…
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…
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…
Anything scientific loses me very quickly. But where science creates something arresting and visual, I’m all for it. That can be said of the Aurora Borealis – more…
It’s the month where we all start jetting off to sunnier climes, which is silly when you think about it. Why aren’t we going to those warm places…
For the short spells of sun that we get in the UK, here’s one to wear out and about with the shins out. A perfect everyday use cap…