In this archival piece from Proper 38, we sat down with Ray Mears during the covid pandemic to discuss changing work routines, climate change, his role as an…
The UNLTD AirScape® 68 and UNLTD Anti-Gravity 64 from Osprey are as futuristic as they sound. If you’re looking for high-performance packs at the cutting-edge of technology, Osprey…
I’m sure we don’t need to spell out what a great brand ACRONYM® is. Founded in Munich in 1994 by Errolson Hugh and Michaela Sachenbacher, they focus on…
There’s not mushroom for improvement on this from Acne Studios, it’s pretty much a perfect graphic sweatshirt. The ‘ACNE’ in Acne Studios actually stands for ‘Ambition to Create…
This ripstop and honeycomb nylon jacket is the business from Pleasures. What’s your go-to mental image when you hear the word ‘tango’? If you’re from South America you…
The new Universal Works collection is inspired by the sentiment of freedom and new horizons embodied in the work of mid-century American photographer, Todd Webb. Outside the Frame…
Drop yourself back twelve months and place yourself in the gooey, gluey mess that was peak lockdown. Sure, a bit of time sitting at home sounds great at…
The Skinner Brothers have been building something of a reputation over last couple of years, both as an exciting live act, supporting heavyweights such as Kasabian and The…
Japanese sporting goods brand Mizuno has signed a brand ambassador agreement with Sergio Ramos. The transfer window may be closed for football clubs, but that doesn’t mean brands…
Behold, an unapologetic nod to the indelible mark that Vision Street Wear left on skateboarding and style culture. Brad Dorfman’s Vision are widely recognised as opening the door…
Friends of ours, Puma and size? have come together to collaborate on a family of shoes based on the iconic mafioso movie, The Godfather. It’s a timely homage…
If you’re into your well-thought out Japanese outdoor wear, we’ve come across something that might Peak your interest. Pre-owned and deadstock menswear platform, MARRKT, are about to drop…
The 90s were a divisive time, looking back. You were Oasis or Blur, Neighbours or Home and Away, Sega or Nintendo. You may have been into both on…
KangaROOS sneakers will elicit nostalgic memories of all-American sports stars for those of a certain vintage. Well, the ‘shoes with a pocket’ have been experiencing something of a…
Archival Reinvent (who some know as ARC) majorly float our boat, of that we’ve made no secret. If you’re not yet on board with the Hong Kong collective,…
When we heard Yorkshire rockers The Sherlocks had a new record in the pipeline, we decided to investigate. What started as an elementary chat about what’s on the…
Whether it’s for the work Christmas party or a mooch around the markets, it’s a great time of year to treat yourself to some new winter bits. We’ve…
Two things tend to get us excited about brands more than anything else here at Proper. Brands that have a story to tell, and brands that do things…
Samsøe Samsøe like to keep things simple. Their collections transcend trends, drawing on Denmark’s renowned design tradition to result in minimalist, affordable and accessible fashion clothes with a…
Timberland’s GreenStride™ soles are made from a 75% combination of renewable natural sugar cane and rubber and are touted as one of the most eco-conscious and comfortable experiences…
Positive retail-related news may seem hard to come by at the moment. So it’s nice to see RÆBURN bucking the trend with a brand spanking new shop in…