Chances are you feel the same way about leopard print as we do. The only problem is, when you’re killing it on every single piece in the outdoor clothing game this season like Kazuki Kuraishi for Adidas Originals by Originals and Neighborhood, you have to keep your preconceived notions on the back burner. Much like the previous releases, the jacket is a true outdoor piece, being fully waterproof thanks to Diaplax fabric and fully taped seems. The only thing missing is some added insulation for windchill days, but perhaps the leopard print is there on the sides to have you thinking about warmer climates. Available here.

We were having a debate today about bags and whether or not men should be switching up their bags with the seasons (i.e. something waterproof for Spring, a lighter cotton or nylon for Summer and heavier materials such as tweed and wool for Winter). We didn’t come to a consensus, but something about this wool overnight bag from Reiss screams Fall/Winter luxury. Fresh off our discovery of Reiss’ Aston bag, this one dubbed the Windsor, features herringbone wool, leather trimmings, large leather flap and nickel hardware. Arguably, the best one we’ve seen yet. Available here.

While we find most of Mulberry‘s selections for men more on the feminine side, we were able to find a few pieces from the Mulberry for Apple collection that more easily pass as unisex. Taking some familiar models and then adapting them to Apple’s best products, they just might be the most luxurious options available. From left, the popular Brynmore for the 15″ Macbook Pro in oak, natural leather; the slimmer Seth for 15″ Macbook Pro in chocolate, natural leather; the Drew sleeve with Mulberry Tree fabric lined interior, and Bayswater sleeve in soft, buffalo leather. With the ever growing options for accessories for Apple products, it’s great to see British luxury brands having a go at it with finer materials. Altogether, there will be 9 pieces available as of December 1st, here.

We haven’t used wallpaper in forever, but it’s pretty tough to resist these designs from one of our favorite designers and heritage (18th Century to be exact) hand printed wallpaper company, Cole & Son.  The Vivienne Westwood for Cole & Son wallpapers are all based on signature designs from her fashion collections such as the iconic Squiggle print from the Autumn-Winter 81/82 Pirate collection and the more recent Cut-Out Lace from the Spring-Summer 07 I am Expensiv collection. Explains Westwood, “It is good when my ideas get carried over into other artistic media. This collection is a perfect opportunity to be able to work with a heritage company like Cole & Son and to see my ideas from fashion translated into the world of interiors and wallpaper”. There are several designs available, but our favorites are shown above. Available here.

Massachusetts’ Penfield is out with a new color option, the best by far, for their classic Stapleton jacket. Unlike most down insulated jackets, this one sports a more modern fit, slimmer than your average, with a classic look that’s still fresh. Since we’re talking Penfield we’ll break it down technically: Teflon coated 60/40 cotton nylon, 255g of premium 80/20 goose down, water resistant and windproof fabric, leather shoulder yoke, two front traditionally shaped pockets, leather Penfield arm patch, two lower zip pockets with leather zip pulls. Yes, its navy not purple. Don’t sleep, limited to 50, available here.

Mostly known, in our eyes, for their killer crested blazer and more recently, their shoe collaborations with Converse and Common Projects, United Bamboo is out with this dope wool zip up. It’s thick, it’s made in Japan, it’s got gauge knit rows. For whatever reason, we can just feel Miho Aoki and Thuy Pham underground influence in this piece. Both are actively involved in the underground art and music scene and are often taking on collaborative art projects like artist-designed T-shirts printed with provocative cartoons or compilation CDs produced by indie music label United Acoustic Recording. We found this one at one of our favorite online shops here, but there’s a chance you could find some place other than Japan at a stockist nearest you.

Even though we’ve been giving a lot of love to totes and carryalls as of late, we’ve always had a soft spot for backpacks for their practicality and the fact that sometimes, sneakers and totes just don’t mix. Out of every backpack available, the Visvim 22 Litre has been the truth in terms of style and its technical aspects. While the model isn’t entirely new (obviously 2L larger than the 20L), sometimes it’s just good for a revisit, we mean, what other brand has the foresight to make the lower section of the bag inclined towards you, so that heavier objects move closer to your back to reduce the load? On top of that, the bag is also luxurious with the bottom of the bag and handle covered with soft elk leather. We’re still partial to the previously released red version, but this new gray color is straight fire. Available here.

Ma. Strum designer Donrad Duncan has long held a fascination with the work of Massimo Osti, of Stone Island and CP Company fame.  With the blessing of Lorenzo Osti, Massimo’s son, Duncan has dipped into the Osti archives to create his fall/winter collection of jackets and coats.  The designs hew closely to the military stylings of Osti, and also share his flair for experimenting with fabrics and attention to detail.  Duncan, who has designed for Victorinox, has created pea coats, officer jackets, anoraks, and technical jackets with features like removable faux fur collars, asymmetrical zips, heated liners, and detachable logo tabs.  These are completely functional, customizable designs with just the right amount of detail.  They have been moving quickly, but the various styles in different sizes are still available here, here, and here.

Nice Collective designers Joe Haller and Ian Hannula were doing the broken-in, deconstructed feel long before it was so trendy that you couldn’t walk five steps in your local shopping center without seeing faux dirt and rips all over everything.  And, first to it or not, they’ve always done it in a more whimsical, less brash fashion than your average cookie cutter brands.  I first came across their uniquely-featured designs in the late 90′s at Villains in San Francisco and have kept an eye on their work ever since.  This season they’ve brought us two fresh cardigan designs that are worth a look.  The first is a hooded model in silver that features a contrasting placket and trim, along with elbow patches and reverse stitching.  The second is made of 100% merino wool in khaki with purple striping, and features a ribbed high collar as well as ribbing at both the waist and sleeves.  Both feature common Nice Collective details like contrast stitching and ornate buttons.  Available here.

Dunderdon is to workwear as Corey Arnold is to commercial fishing. The Gothenburg-based brand is renowned for functional and understated design, and this season’s collection is no exception to the rule. They really do justice to the current workwear trend, and with the added bonus of solid craftsmanship they deserve credit for making ‘essentials’ essential again. In the same vein, photographer Corey Arnold has made a name for himself by uncovering a wealth of stunning imagery in the otherwise unglamorous lifestyle of commercial fishing. The Alaskan native, himself a commercial fisherman, has earned critical acclaim for a body of work that is rich in both composition and personality. One look at his portfolio and you will find yourself wanting to hang it all up and hit the open seas. An account of Arnold’s work process – a thoroughly engaging read as told by the artist – is up on Dunderdon’s Workspace page, while his ‘Fish-Work Bering Sea’ gallery is on display at the brand’s NYC store in SoHo. More pictures after the jump.

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This sweater right here is on some O.G pixelated Super Mario Bros. game and we’re into it. With all the quality offerings from Folk season after season in terms of luxurious leathered footwear, its sometimes easy to overlook handcrafted, aesthetics of Folk Menswear. This cardigan teatures a low V-neck button fastening with tonal stitched ‘Folk’ buttons, ribbed cuffs and hemline and two side seam pockets. Unlike the majority of our Merino’s that get mangled in the wash, the cotton-Merino wool mix of this cardigan ensures it’ll keep its shape after a couple trips through suds. Available here.

Much like other East-coasters we’ve been stocking up on quality layering pieces that can be worn under coats or on their own. Having nothing to do with the recent start of hunting season, we browsed Filson and came across this mid-weight Cape coat in Mackinaw wool. While we won’t be using it for hunting we find it incredibly versatile for our needs nonetheless. Built for a variety of weather, the materials on this jacket absorbs up to 30% of its weight in water without becoming damp or clammy, and we’re liking the “cape” with the additional layer of wool sewn over front shoulders and upper back. Available here.