London-based brand Hunza G has about as much lore as it does style; the brand practically invented aura farming. Founded by Peter Meadows in 1984, it rose to notoriety when Julia Roberts wore the iconic electric blue cut-out dress in Pretty Woman. In 2015, Georgiana Huddart relaunched the brand and rejuvenated its trademarked Original Crinkle fabric swimwear, which brings us to the present day: the launch of the Hunza G SS26 collection. Trust us when we say that we know one-size-fits-all gets a bad rep — and for good reason, too — but indulge us just this once as we try to convince you otherwise. Hunza’s Original Crinkle swimsuits contain over nine million stitches each, so they quite literally stretch and mould to every curve. Not only do they actually fit every size they claim to (UK 6-18, to be precise), but that amount of detail means they’re super flattering as they hug the body’s contours, too. One-size pieces also get slammed for being basic — or worse, boring — but once again, Hunza G is here to set the record straight. The brand’s SS26 Dendera collection is understated, yes, but this allows for the beauty of the fabric to really shine through. Named after the ancient Egyptian temple to Hathor, goddess of beauty, the collection comes in a candy colour palette of powdery blues, bubblegum pinks and buttery yellows, alongside earthy chocolate browns and olive greens. Plus, the bikinis and swimsuits are elevated with complimentary jelly beads, so they’re simple but chic. Shop here.

Hot off the press, hybrid footwear maker KEEN has announced an ongoing partnership with the founder of Parisian label PHILEO, Philéo Landowski. With KEEN’s main focus being commitment to structural craftsmanship, and Landowski’s footwear taking inspiration from architectural forms means the pairing is truly a match made in heaven. The first foray into their partnership is the Targher shoe, dropping today, which takes the u-throat and lacing from KEEN’s beloved Jasper shoe and blends it into the structure of the Targhee. The PHILEO Targher has all the classic KEEN features we love so much, like ethically sourced leather and probiotic odour control, with contrast stitching and a red PHILEO tag. It’s still super gorp-core and futuristic like the original KEEN shoes it’s modelled from, but eye-catching enough to be a conversation starter so you can wax lyrical about both brands. Grab a pair here.

For me, the best part about going away isn’t the destination, and it’s not the journey, either; it’s the getting ready. There’s something so satisfying about sifting through your wardrobe, meticulously picking my outfits and neatly folding them into my carry-on — especially when the suitcase’s exterior is deserving of its contents. If we’re being honest, I’m usually more of a grab whatever’s clean and hope it will fit type of person, but if I’m lucky enough to get my hands on one of RIMOWA’s Grid Collection pieces I swear that will change. I say ‘if’, because the collection is extremely exclusive, consisting of only 1969 pieces — a reference to the brand’s hand-carry cases developed in 1969 and revived in this capsule. The cases’ shells are made of aluminium pressed into a grid pattern as a nod to RIMOWA’s industrial heritage, and come in three sizes: a classic Cabin, archival Hand-Carry Case and a large Trunk which holds up to 17 days’ worth of belongings. The Grid Collection pieces are definitely more of an investment than an impulse-buy (calling out all my fellow Tauruses here), but they come with the RIMOWA lifetime guarantee to make up for it. Money is temporary, swag is forever. Browse here.

If you’re in need of a little R&R but haven’t yet booked anywhere to take your new luggage on its maiden voyage, allow me to introduce you to CACI’s new Flex Facial. Less about vanity and more about actually feeling good, the treatment uses holistic remedies like Gua Sha techniques alongside high-tech LED light and microcurrents for the ultimate wellness experience. Using the brand’s signature Synergy Flex system, the facial aims to firm the muscles around the jawline and stimulate blood flow with a Microcurrent Energising Mask, as well as performing general lymphatic drainage, so you’ll be sure to leave feeling snatched and brand spanking new. With clinics across the UK there’s no excuse not to check it out. Find your local here.

- WriterLucy Wragg
- Banner Image CreditHunza G





