We’re on the cusp of everyone talking about how cold it is, which is usually pretty boring, but given the opportunity it presents to don the big jackets,…
The weather outside is frightful. Minus 7 degrees to be precise. Burst pipes weather. We can’t just layer up on the sofa though, there’s last minute shopping to…
Our good friends at Oi Polloi know what they’re talking about, which is why we get on, so in the spirit of information sharing, here’s their handy guide…
Klattermusen Algir Bag at WellgoshHand bag, man bag, Sacoche. Call it whatever you like, it’s a very good vessel in which to convey your personal items from one…
We love a list, here at Proper. Six of the Best, Proper Picks and all that. We wanted another format that’d shape a nice, neat article and realised…
The Japanese mountain enthusiast’s latest offering stays true to the core, as new Nanga champions versatility. When Nanga was first introduced to us by Oi Polloi, we were…
Corridor Organic Floral Bucket HatCorridor make some really nice cardigans. We’ve mentioned them before. Big fans of their cardigans. Now though? Bucket hats. They’ve just released a few…
With the threat of storms encroaching, there’s a whole host of jackets out there that still sees the water bead off. Last week, and early into this one,…
Last time Oi Polloi expanded their Nanga repertoire, we admired a selection of parkas and pants that would equip you for desert expeditions: there were pockets in abundance,…
You can always rely on Oi Polloi to introduce something exciting. While we’ve covered little bits and bobs from Nanga before, such as this belay parka, an expanded…
Nanga Mountain Lodge Jacket Nothing says ‘it’s winter holiday time!’ like a lightweight, packable Japanese down jacket does andthis beauty from Nanga is a real Christmas cracker! Get…
If you’re looking for a BIG Winter jacket to get DOWN with then look no further than this perfect purple specimen from Manastash. Made in conjunction with fellow…
Founded in Portland, Oregon, designed in Japan and now with an outpost in Europe, Manastash has to be one of Proper’s favourite ever brands. Creating functional outdoor garments…
Seeing as it’s all about working from home right now let’s take a look at some premium lounging threads from Japan. Our favourite new brand from the land…
For those of you who like to wear massive jackets miles away from any mountains, belaying means standing beneath your climber mate whilst holding their rope so that…
Everyone’s going on about that Danish hygge vibe at the moment aren’t they? Much as I love our Scandinavian cousins and a nice candle or seven I myself,…