LIVING
Stylish boxers
Lightweight, cool and comfortable, these Sunspel striped cotton boxer shorts (when paired with a classic white tee) will ensure you greet room service in style, and they are attractive enough to wear around the house as loungewear. Choose from red, powder blue or plain white. From about PGK108; matchesfashion.com.
GADGETS
PGK150–300
Space pen
This solid brass, chrome-plated Space Pen is like the one used on the Apollo 7 space mission in 1968, after two years of testing by NASA, and has been used on all manned space flights ever since. It comes with a free line of engraving, too. About PGK195; spacepen.com.
Polarising sunglasses
A classic shape without the hefty price tag, Local Supply’s Island shades are a whole lot of yes please. Their clean shape, inspired by Scandinavian minimalism, suits almost everyone, and their hardy tortoiseshell frame and highgrade polarising lenses are highly functional, too. About PGK190; localsupply.com.
Unisex fragrance
Calvin Klein has led the way for unisex fragrances since the launch of CK One in 1994, and its latest scent ,CK All , continues the tradition. Think bright, clean citrus notes, including mandarin and citrus blossom, for men and women. From about PGK63 for 50ml; fragrancenet.com.
Phone lens Summer hat
Lightweight, water-repellent, wind-resistant and breathable – this classic Summer Packer hat from 121-year-old US outdoors brand Filson could be the ultimate travel hat. The brim is sturdy, it can be rolled up and packed without compromising the shape, and there’s a choice of khaki or tan. About PGK211; filson.com.
Mobile photography has made huge leaps over the past few years, but Moment Lenses take pictures up another 10 notches. Choose from wide lens, macro, tele portrait and more, all snapping directly onto your phone case. From about PGK294; shopmoment.com.
Fancy tea towel
This 100 per cent linen Be Nice tea towel, created in collaboration with British artist David Shrigley, could easily transition from dish towel to wall art. About PGK107; thirddrawerdown.com.
Packing cubes Toiletry bag
It’s slim, completely waterproof, there are loads of zippers and pockets – you’d be hard pressed to find a better toiletry bag than Gravel’s Explorer. It’s great for light travellers, but there’s still enough room for an electric razor and toothbrush, washes and gels and more. About PGK160; workbygravel.com.
Your loved ones might not think they need packing cubes, until they receive them and realise they’re actually life changing. Particularly this four-piece navy and red set from Herschel Supply Company, which includes thoughtfully sized cubes and an ingenious dry bag for storing wet clothes and swimmers. About PGK192; herschel.com. November – December 2018
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