COOL HUNTING® - Clothing + Accessories

Baby Brett Sweater

Evan Orensten — Tue, 12 Nov 2024 12:40:48 +0000

From Paris-based Homecore, the Baby Brett sweater is a perfect blend of 82% alpaca and wool, and it comes in designer Alexandre Guarneri’s playful range of colors. Made in Portugal from Italian thread, this comfortable crew neck sweater has us excited about sweater weather.

The Martian Aerogel Jacket

Josh Rubin — Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:46:30 +0000

Vollebak’s Martian Aerogel Jacket has been re-editioned and will now be available in three different colors. This innovative piece combines aerospace-grade materials and cutting-edge insulation technology to bring NASA-level protection to outdoor wear. Inside, a revolutionary laser-drilled aerogel layer—flexible, waterproof and robust—is crafted by the same California-based engineering team behind the next Mars Rover’s heat shield. The outer shell made from Heathcoat’s parachute fabric (known for landing probes on Mars and Titan) Ultralight yet incredibly resilient, the jacket weighs 700 grams yet insulates for temperatures as low as -20°C. Its nanoporous aerogel insulation, composed of 20% aerogel by weight and over 50% by volume, blocks cold while remaining breathable, thanks to precision-drilled micropores. Built to withstand extremes, the jacket offers four functional pockets with storm flaps and taped watertight seams, merging advanced performance with practical, minimalist design.

Reporter Jacket

Josh Rubin — Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:59:04 +0000

The AETHER x Leica Reporter Jacket is a meticulously designed piece tailored for photographers who value both functionality and refined style. This limited-edition outerwear celebrates the art of photography while addressing practical needs in the field. Inspired by Leica’s Reporter series cameras, it’s rendered in a distinctive army green and features waxed cotton construction for water resistance, seam-sealed finishes and thoughtfully placed vents. Clever design details include a collar pocket for SD cards, internal battery slots (that also fit rolls of film) and large, soft-lined pockets capable of holding a camera or lens. From a tablet-sized back pocket to the detachable microfiber cleaning cloth, so many aspects of field photography are considered. Guided by input from four top Leica photographers, this jacket blends AETHER’s rugged elegance with Leica’s precision. Available in an exclusive run of 125 pieces, it’s available at AETHER stores and online.

Park Seo-Bo + Mykita Eyeglasses

Evan Orensten — Fri, 25 Oct 2024 10:17:16 +0000

Late Korean artist Park Seo-Bo was a powerful force in the country’s modern art scene, and his colorful works and masterful paintings are even more impactful today than they were when they were created. CH friend Park Ji-Fan, the artist’s grandson and director of the PARKSEOBO Foundation in Seoul, has fostered partnerships to bring the artists’s work into pop culture. Following the recent collaboration with Louis Vuitton follows this collaboration with Mykita, which the late artist worked on prior to his death. inspired by his own glasses, these round frames feel both modern and vintage, with subtly colored temples and an arched bridge. Available in three colorways, each limited to 333 pair.

Iwano 2 Uni Waterproof Technical Shoe

Evan Orensten — Wed, 23 Oct 2024 10:25:14 +0000

We love Flower Mountain for their design, style, technical performance, quality and point of view. The Iwano 2 Uni is a waterproof hiking / all purpose urban utility shoe featuring a suede upper, a cork insole, Vibram “megagrip” sole, a quickstop closure and a colorful point of view. It’s available in a light brown or black sole.

Hand Knit Star Hat

Evan Orensten — Tue, 22 Oct 2024 10:40:57 +0000

This playful, abstract star pattern hat is hand knit with upcycled yarn in Peru by local artisans. Available in three colors, it will keep you warm while supporting the local community. It measures 10″ wide when measured flat, 8″ tall when measured with the fold, and unfolded is 12″ tall.

Pelo Modern Collection Medium Super Sculpture Hair Forks

Evan Orensten — Wed, 16 Oct 2024 10:52:11 +0000

This collection of modern, whimsical hand made brass hair forks make a tasteful, subtle style statement. They are left untreated and will oxidize over time, further adding to their unique character. Sizes range from 4.5″ – 5.5″ long by .75″ – 1.5″ wide.

Summit Series Superior FUTURELIGHT Jacket

Evan Orensten — Fri, 11 Oct 2024 10:02:52 +0000

Designed for trail runners in mind, The North Face’s Summit Series Superior FUTURELIGHT Jacket looks just as good in town. Made with the brand’s 100% recycled FUTURELIGHT nylon, it’s ultra-lightweight, breathable and waterproof, features an adjustable hood and folds up into a small pouch.Also available in women’s sizes.

Bone Church Sweatshirt

Evan Orensten — Wed, 02 Oct 2024 11:50:38 +0000

Providence-based Pretty Snake leads the way in technical innovation, colorful expression and a sense of humor. Their Bone Church Sweatshirt features a vibrant plantscape created by Providence-based tattoo artist Victor Kensinger, where colorful carnivorous plants, birds and skulls mingle. It’s one of our favorite vibes for fall. The illustration is also featured in a short sleeved shirt.

Stone Island + New Balance Made in UK 991v2 Ghost

Evan Orensten — Thu, 26 Sep 2024 14:38:24 +0000

Drawing inspiration from Stone Island’s Ghost collection, which are always monochrome and inspired by camouflage, the brand’s latest shoe collaboration with long time partner New Balance delivers our favorite version of New Balance’s celebrated 991v2. This iconic shoe, in its second generation, honors the original 2001 release with an updated, more streamlined design, features the brand’s FuelCell cushioning, and is made in the UK. The monochromatic Ghost palette suits these particularly well, and the shoes feature simple elements beautifully executed using nubuck, mesh, nylon and felt. Available in Black, Beige and Military Green colorways.