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If you haven’t been paying attention, Oakley continues to prove its design talents go far beyond eyewear. The brand’s latest Latitude collection for FW26 continues its “Morphware” theme, focusing on garments that adapt to changing environments. The key piece this season is the Veil 3L Shell Parka, a silhouette that offers extensive coverage with a 10K waterproof fabric that can pack flat and worn on the body with an internal sling strap.

It will also be joined by the Latitude Veil Knitted Baselayer and Latitude Veil Knitted Pant, two zero-waste eco-knitwear pieces. The head-to-toe collection also includes the new Oakley Suture Coat (above), a sculptural eyewear piece that debuts later this year, the 2-in-1 Latitude Flex Balaclava, and the rugged Phantom Coyote Boot.

Latitude FW26 will be available online and at select Oakley stores and retail partners on September 15th.

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3sixteen launches its new 5 Series denim, a collection of denim woven by Nihon Menpu Mills and Yoshiwa Mills in Japan. The line launches in three fabrics: 105x, a dark indigo woven by Nihon Menpu Mills in that weighs in at over 15.75oz and features a 3×1 weave and is said to have a more rigid hand feel and owners can expect high-contrast fades as the fabric starts to break in. 105x comes in both CS and RS cuts.

225x comes in a versatile RS (Relaxed Straight) fit, which has a higher ride, a roomier thigh, and wider leg opening, while the CS (Classic Straight) has a mid-high rise with a roomy hip and thigh and a slight taper. Constructed out of 15.75oz raw double black selvedge denim from Nihon Menpu Mills, the black warp/black weft fabric and will fade to grey in high-wear areas.

Last but not least, the company will also be releasing 105xk, a jean made from 18oz unsanforized denim that has been custom woven for them by Yoshiwa Mills in Japan. 105xk has not yet been released and is expected to be available in a few weeks.

The 105x and 225x styles are now available online and at 3sixteen’s retail stores in New York and Los Angeles.

$270, 3sixteen.com

Launching today at Target’s new Beauty Studio concept, Chroma by Corpus is a colorful evolution of the brand’s naturally derived body care products, split into two initial collections: deodorant and body wash. The Deodorants feature a clear, water-based gel that eliminates messy residue, while the Body Wash was designed from the ground up to condition and leave a light scent that’s not overpowering.

Using the latest advancements in aroma chemistry and botanical extraction, Chroma comes in three scents: Thorn, a rose scent with notes of black currant and white musk, Dune, a sandalwood scent with notes of amber and soft musk, and our favorite, Petal, a Jasmine fragrance with rose stem and bergamot notes.

Chroma by Corpus is now available at Target and Amazon.

$16-$32, target.com, amazon.com

Part of its ultra-exclusive Mythos Series, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 646 answers the call for a V8-powered midsize coupe but in the most extreme way possible. Based on the CLE 53 platform, the CLE 646 is hand-built in Affalterbach and features a AMG 4.0L V8 biturbo that produces 637 hp and 627 lb-ft of torque. 0-62 happens in 3.9 seconds and it is capable of a top speed of 193 mph.

A street legal, track-ready performance coupe the CLE 646 removes the 4MATIC+ system of the donor car and replaces it with a rear-wheel-drive setup, helping to reduce weight while also bringing a sportier feel coupled with an electronically controlled limited slip differential to help optimize torque distribution.

It also features a new coilover suspension to improve handling, AMG Ceramic High-Performance Composite brakes, a wide-body kit that adds 2.4″ of width to the front and rear of the vehicle, extensive carbon fiber upgrades, track-focused aerodynamics, AMG Performance forged wheels, and an increase in rigidity through an integrated roll bar.

The CLE 646 is limited to 30 examples and is already sold out.

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The end result of a conversation between Viberg and A Continuous Lean’s Michael Williams, the Field Chukka is one of those versatile footwear silhouettes that work in almost any situation. An update to the classic chukka from Viberg’s catalog, the boot has been tweaked a bit with a higher-cut pattern for even more coverage.

The boot is built on their 1035 Last and has a rounded foot for enhanced comfort and support. The upper is made from Snuff Janus Calf Suede from none other than C.F. Stead and it sits on a lightweight latex sole. Made in Canada, the boot also features a leather lining, a channeled leather insole, blind eyhelets, and a 360-degree storm welt.

The ACL x Viberg Field Chukka is now available.

$1,300, viberg.com

Moncler is celebrating its alpine roots in the biggest way possible, and we mean BIG, with the opening of its largest flagship store in the world. Now open on Fifth Avenue in New York City, the 23,000 square-foot space covers two floors and will host their multiple collections, exclusive products, and events.

Heritage and New York’s iconic architecture come together in a glass and granite-filled, gallery-inspired space that provides the perfect platform for Moncler’s main line and the outdoor-focused Moncler Grenoble line, which customers will find on the second floor.

The store will mark the debut of Moncler to Measure, an exclusive made-to-order atelier where customers will be able to choose from a variety of unique fabrics to create a bespoke piece. The service launches with two women’s and men’s silhouettes and customers will be able to pick from materials such as cashmere flannel, silk, leather, suede, shearling, and much more.

You’ll also have early access to LoveFrom, Moncler Fall/Winter 2026, a modular collection of outerwear comprised of four pieces built around the Moncore Jacket. The down-filled jacket can be attached magnetically to a field jacket, parka, or poncho with the line’s Duo Button.

Moncler New York is now open inside the General Motors building at 767 Fifth Avenue.

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The biggest news from the annual iPhone event is Apple’s first foray into foldable phones. The iPhone Duo isn’t exactly groundbreaking in hardware design but where the device really shines is the brand’s use of iOS 27 to make the UI experience something only the folks in Cupertino could pull off.

On the outside is a 5.4″ outer OLED display that opens to seamlessly transition into the inner 7.6″ OLED display, the largest ever fitted to an iPhone. Available in Star White or Night Sky, the iPhone Duo features an A20 Pro processor, a camera system with a 48MP Fusion Main Camera, 48MP Fusion Ultra-Wide, and for video calls, the phone has both a 12MP Center Stage front camera and inside is an under-display FaceTime camera.

It also marks the return of a Touch ID button and also features Apple Pencil support, a grade 5 titanium frame and hinge cover, Ceramic Shield on the front and back of the device, IP68 dust and water resistance, and a Nano Texture finish for the inner display.

The iPhone Duo starts at $1,999 for the 256GB model and also comes in 512GB ($2,199), 1TB ($2,599), and 2TB ($3,199).

The iPhone 18 Pro/Pro Max

Apple started today’s announcements with the reveal of the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. Inside, the next-generation Pro models are powered by the new A20 Pro chip, built on a new 2nm architecture, the chips feature a 6-core CPU and a 7-core GPU with big increases in performance over the previous generation model.

These chip upgrades improve performance for new features like Siri AI and new thermal enhancements help to sustain performance. Battery life also sees a big jump with up to 24 hours of use on the iPhone 18 Pro and up to 30 hours of use on the iPhone 18 Pro Max. And when you need to top it off, it takes just 15 minutes to get from 0-50%.

iPhone 18 Pro starts at $1,199 and the iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,199.

Apple Watch Series 12

The biggest change to this year’s Apple Watch is the new Health Sensing System and S11 chip. The watches bring higher-frequency heart rate and heart variability measurements that work with an upgraded range of health and fitness features. The watches also have a new Audio Intelligence that can do things like remember moments from conversations and detect important sounds like sirens, alarms, and doorbells.

Available in 42mm and 46mm sizes, the watch comes in black, light gold, a new dark bronze, gold titanium, natural titanium, and ceramic returns in night blue and pearl white finishes and pricing starts at $399.

Apple Watch Ultra 4

Apple Watch Ultra 4 also gets upgraded with the new Health Sensing System and S11 chip from the Series 12 but also gets a big boost in battery life with up to 50 hours in everyday use or up to 84 hours in Low Power Mode. You can also recharge quite quickly with a 15 minute charge that gives you up to 18 hours of battery life.

The Apple Watch Ultra 4 comes in black or natural titanium and starts at $799.

AirPods 5

Apple also relased the AirPods 5 today, a new version of their open-ear model that has been updated with an all-new multiport acoustic architecture and next-generation Adaptive EQ. Compared to the previous generation, the ANC removes 50% more external noise and Transparency mode is said to be much more natural. Durability has also been addressed with enhanced dust, sweat, and water resistance and a second model adds a Wireless Charging Case, longer battery life, and on-stem volume controls.

AirPods 5 starts at $129.

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After twenty-five years, the Manatee has returned to the Ikepod lineup but not as a reissue, but as inspiration for an all-new model called the Minipod. Fans of the brand will recognize the shape, which has a softer look and a new dial that does away with the GMT functionality of the original model.

Finished in stainless steel, the watch measures in at a compact 38.3 x 33.3mm and it’s fitted to an FKM rubber strap. Flip the watch over and you’ll see an engraved manatee, a fun little nod to the watch’s heritage. Powering the watch is a quartz movement from Miyota. The watch will be available in eight colors including options such as “Orenque” above, Robin’s Egg Blue, Volta (black), and more.

The Minipod is now available.

€690 (approx. $800), ikepod.com

Acclaimed for its speed and ease of use, the OM System Pen returns with a fifth-generation model. Packed inside a rangefinder-style body, the camera features a 20MP LiveMOS micro-four-thirds sensor and a 121-point all cross-type On-Chip Phase Detection AF and AI subject-detection AF for performance and versatility.

Perfect for both stills and 4K video, the camera is lightweight just like the OM System cameras before it and features an integrated 2.36-million-dot OLED EVF and a 3″ vari-angle touchscreen LCD. You also have a Micro Four Thirds lens mount, built-in 5-axis sensor-shift image stabilization, IPX1-certified weathersealing, and Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity.

The fifth-generation OM System Pen is now available for pre-order and ships this October.

$999 (w/o lens), adorama.com

Seiko has updated its cult-favorite King Seiko Vanac range with a new model inspired by the Tokyo skyline at night. The 41mm stainless steel watch features a speckled black dial that is framed by the watch’s signature faceted case that’s fitted with a box-shaped sapphire crystal with an anti-reflective coating.

It also features Lumibrite coatings on the hands and indexes and the watch is fitted to an integrated steel bracelet. The bracelet is also attached via a quick-release system for easy strap changes. Powering the watch is the 8L45, an automatic with manual winding and a power reserve of 72 hours (or three days).

The King Seiko Ref. HKF005 will be available in October.

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After producing two track-only motorcycles, Aston Martin and Brough Superior finally team up on a street-legal model called the AMB 002 Roadster. Translating Aston’s sculptural design language to a two-wheeled form factor, the bike’s aerodynamic shape and crescent-shaped gills keep the engine cool while also creating a look that is unmistakably Aston Martin.

Those signature details like the side-strake have been reimagined and are a nod to its supercar siblings and the front of the bike and the twin oval exhausts with ribbed oval exhausts recall elements seen on models like the Vanquish, DB12, and DBX.

Inside the solid billet titanium frame is an all-new 1083cc four-stroke water-cooled V-Twin that produces 130 hp and 110 Nm (81 lb-ft) of torque. The extensive use of carbon fiber helps the bike come in at a weight of just 418 lbs, contributing to its nimble handling.

The AMB 002 Roadster is now available to order and deliveries are set for Q3 2027.

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Drawing from its heritage in pocket watches, the 1815 UP/DOWN is an instant classic rendered in pink or white gold. If you’re not familar with the model, the watch’s functionality is quite simple. The watch features a power indicator on one side and a seconds indicator on the other.

These are encircled by a railway-track minute scale that references classic pocket watch design and both models are equipped with a dark blue dial. This is all housed in a fairly compact 37.5mm case that measures in at 8.7mm thick and both watches come fitted to an alligator leather strap.

Flip the watch around and the sapphire caseback gives you a full view of the L051.2, a manually-wound movement featuring a three-quarter plate made out of untreated German silver, a detail lifted from classic pocket watch design. It also features integrated embellished winding wheels, gold chatons secured by blued screws, a hand-engraved balance cock, a classic screw balance, an indexless oscillation syustem, an in-house Lange balance spring, and a power reserve of 72 hours.

Each watch is limited to 300 examples.

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