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‘Solstråle’ solar

panel system,

by Ikea

Solar panels aren’t a new idea,

but Ikea’s matter-of-fact

functionalism is sure to ramp

up the adoption rate.

ikea.com

Air purifier,

by Livsdal

This stylish purifier conceals

a state-of-the-art filtration

system that clears the air

of pollen, viruses, bacteria

and toxic gases.

livsdal.com

In-flight fabric

amenity kit, by

The Laundress, for

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines’ in-flight

amenity kit for premium flyers

includes a fabric scent, a wrinkle

buster and a stain remover.

singaporeair.com

‘Dot’ braille

smartwatch,

by Dot

Fusing a lightweight aluminium

form with a plastic face, the ‘Dot’

tells the time and date using

active braille technology.

dotincorp.com

‘Oui’ seating,

by Ronan and

Erwan Bouroullec

Four galvanised steel benches,

created for Kunsthal Aarhus

in Denmark, provide places to

meet and contemplate nature.

bouroullec.com

BEST MEN’S FASHION

COLLECTION (A/W 2017)

SHORTLIST

LIFE–ENHANCER

OF THE YEAR

SHORTLIST

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Calvin Klein

Standout pieces included parka

coats with colourful quilted

linings and tailored coats covered

with clear, shiny plastic.

calvinklein.com

Alexander McQueen

Sarah Burton drew inspiration

from Oscar Wilde to present

a collection rife with topcoats,

brocade and peacock feathers.

alexandermcqueen.com

Louis Vuitton

Kim Jones’ offering, including

a collaboration with streetwear

brand Supreme, celebrated

NYC circa 1970-1990.

louisvuitton.com

Prada

The 1970s loomed large here

too as Miuccia Prada paired

cords with leather berets, fluffy

fur belts and hippy accessories.

prada.com

Valentino

Valentino’s modern gentleman

blended heritage prints and slim

bow ties with baseball caps and

tops with anarchic slogans.

valentino.com

Photography: courtesy of Alexander McQueen, Calvin Klein, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Valentino

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