What to buy
Published: 30/09/2007 - Filed under: Archive » 2007 » October 2007 » Lifestyle » Features » Lifestyle » What to buy »
Bill Amberg
If you’re travelling light to meetings, this document case provides an elegant alternative to bulging pockets or an unwieldy briefcase, with space for business cards, pens, memory sticks and even a small MP3 player. Available in silky plain leather or perforated calfskin, the case comes in a range of colours and is lined in cotton drill. Priced from £265, billamberg.com.
Integral
When it comes to memory, the more portable the better. This slim all-metal USB flash drive is available in a range of capacities, from 1GB to 8GB. It is enhanced for Windows ReadyBoost (Windows Vista required) and promises high performance with a two-year guarantee, and it also comes with easy-to-use Password Security and ZIP Compression software. The product comes in a real-leather case and can be fastened to a keychain. Price starts at £14.09 (1GB) from uk.insight.com.
Dunhill
The 42mm A-Centric Pentagraph watch by Dunhill (above) has a dual time-zone indicator so you can keep track of home time when you’re away. The steel version comes in an edition of 1,000, with simple classical design, black calfskin strap and an octagonal screw-on case back engraved with the Dunhill Motorities bulldog. A further 300 versions are available in 18-carat gold on an alligator strap. Prices start at £2,450, dunhill.com.
Philips
With an extra-long battery life and a high-tech brush-cleaning system, the new Philips Sonicare FlexCare toothbrush is great for travelling – it can run for up to two weeks of brushing (twice a day) without needing to be recharged. FlexCare gives you a choice of three brushing modes – regular, gentle and massage – and two routines. A two-minute timer helps keep you to the recommended brushing time, while a light signal tracks the battery charge. The brush comes with a travel case, charger, and unique UV sanitiser. Priced at £149.99. For stockists, call +44 (0)845 601 0354; visit philips.co.uk.
Pink
If too many business lunches have left their mark down your front, Thomas Pink’s new Pristine shirt will be a boon – it’s treated to be totally water and stain repellent, and also dries six times faster than a normal cotton shirt. Available for men in Slim Fit or classic Black Label cuts (white or blue), and for women, the shirt in Tailored style with double cuffs (white or pink). From £65, thomaspink.com.
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