Of course, something substantial needs to be considered to carry all the Professional Gadabouts’ equipment, and a backpack provides the most stylish and functional solution. Enabling the wearer to stay hands free – while ticking all the boxes on the style checklist – a well-made canvas or leather rucksack from the likes of Mismo, Hershel, Filson or Sandqvist are worthy investments, and will offer a range of storage options for all the Gadabouts’ bits and pieces.

• Sandqvist Stig Backpack
• Mismo Leather-trimmed Cotton-canvas Backpack
• Herschel Herschel Little America 23.5l Red Rucksack

Lookbook Inspiration

 

• Fracap M120 Ripple Vibram Sole Scarponcino Boot Arabian
• Timberland 6 Boots
• Loake Wide Fit Brown Wharfdale High Top Brogues
• Vans Authentic Plimsolls
• Eytys Mother Suede Trainers 196463
• Geox Idol Cup Sole Trainers Navy

As denim was originally invented as a durable alternative to fabric trousers for 19th century miners and navvies, jeans are a sensible option, as are twill chino shorts on warmer days. Both should be constructed from thick, robust fabrics and come in straight cuts to allow freedom of movement. The original purveyor of the workman’s jeans, Levi’s, is still an exceptional choice for denim and their recently launched Commuter Cycle range is ideal for the Professional Gadabout.

• Levis 508 Commuter Regular Tapered Jeans Grey
• Levis commuter 508 Jeans
• Levis Commuter Water Resistant Shorts pine Green

Of course, something substantial needs to be considered to carry all the Professional