What To Buy This Week: Vol. 6

Chances are you will either love or hate the way this car looks. And let’s face it, this car is all about the way it looks. Styled in collaboration with the legendary coachbuilders that are Zagato, it is extremely rare in convertible form - only 284 were built - and it's surprisingly potent. Under the bonnet is a 3.0-litre V6 engine producing 210bhp which is enough for a 150mph top speed. This particular example has never been driven in the wet, and comes with extensive documentation and even the original Alfa Romeo pen. £POA from RM Auctions

In order to achieve the greatness they’ve become known for, virtually all of Levi’s Vintage garments are perfect recreations of archive pieces found in Levi’s 163 year old back catalogue. This particular jacket is of the Trucker variety - a Levi’s classic - which can be traced back to the 1960s, yet it’s been made from black suede as opposed to denim and with a contrasting brown leather collar, lending an added dose of Western charm. £700 from levi.com

There’s a certain boat race taking place this weekend between the fine institutions that are Oxford and Cambridge universities. Every year Hunter create the official Wellington boots of the race, to be worn by both clubs during training and immediately before and after the big race. You too can show your support by purchasing the boot of your chosen club from Hunter’s flagship Regent Street store. £100 from Hunter 83-85 Regent Street.

Huntsman new ready-to-wear line is an immaculate collection of highly-wearable tailoring. This sports jacket is a particular favourite of ours, not least because of its truly outstanding fit straight off the peg, but also because of its large patch pockets and soft herringbone linen fabric. Ideal for a weekend in the sun, it’ll be the perfect accompaniment to the boat race, Goodwood, Wimbledon and beyond. £2,100 from huntsmansavilerow.com

These are chinos and then there are chinos. These Thom Sweeney examples do away with belt loops, instead opting for side adjusters giving them a more formal feel, yet their slim but comfortable fit ensures they’ll be just as versatile as regular chinos. Made from a study olive cotton-twill, they can be worn virtually year-round and will pair well with a sleek navy blazer and button-down oxford shirt for a contemporary Ivy League-inspired ensemble. £395 from mrporter.com

Made from a lovely blue houndstooth, this flat cap by Borsalino is a classy weekend option for those who appreciate the virtues of a quality hat. Combine with relaxed tailoring or a seasonal bomber jacket and indigo jeans.  £96 from shop.borsalino.com

Suit Supply have lent a number of hand-finished details to their La Spalla range of suiting including a narrow pleated shoulder and hand-stitched collar. The jackets also feature full canvas construction, meaning they’ll conform to one’s body shape over time. What’s perhaps most impressive though is Suit Supply’s use of beautiful fabrics from mills such as Vitale Barberis Canonico and Lanificio Cerruti, which is especially impressive considering their humble price points. Vice President, Nish de Gruiter told The Rake, “one of the best developments in recent years is that men are becoming more aware of what they wear. Many guys are now better educated and paying more attention to things like where fabrics come from, thread counts and textures, and more functional qualities like whether it works for their climate or profession. Offering a wide variety of high quality Italian fabrics from renowned mills like Ferla and Vitale Barberis Canonico, for example, is becoming more crucial when it comes to providing the best ready-to-wear experience. That’s why we carry a dynamic range of fabrics that includes everything from soft mohair-cashmere and camel-silk blends, to cotton and linen blends, and pure wool in every collection.  £699 from eu.suitsupply.com

Here Barbour have taken their popular Enfield jacket and crafted it from luxurious calf leather, replacing the usual waxed cotton the brand are known for. This gives the jacket an opulent yet rugged feel, perfect for donning on an afternoon motorcycle ride. It boasts all the usual features one might expect of a Barbour jacket, including a storm-fly front, four large pockets, a studded throat strap and a comfortable, subtly tailored fit. £549 from barbour.com

If you’re looking for a quirky set of cufflinks you could do far worse than turn to Tessa Packard, the critically acclaimed London-based fine jewellery label. She specialises in the production of bespoke pieces, yet her bi-annual collections are also exemplary. These Thundercloud cufflinks are made from solid silver sterling, set with mother-of-pearl, and are said to be inspired by the British obsession with the weather. £250 from tessapackard.com