Here at SHARP, we go to great lengths to find the coolest stuff on the planet, from watches to clothes to fine art. Fortunately for us (and for anyone else who shares that predilection), 2025 was an exceptionally good year for all things high-end and covetable. In fact, there was so much great stuff to talk about over the past year that anyone would have a hard time keeping track of it all. We certainly did. That’s why we went back through our archives to call out some of our absolute favourites, from Schott biker jackets to museum-worthy armchairs to the authorized history of the Rolex Datejust. Equal parts gifting inspo and victory lap, here’s a timely reminder of just a few of the things we fell in love with this year.
Watches
Grand Seiko Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive U.F.A. SLGB003
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When a true wristwatch aficionado thinks of Grand Seiko, three talking points are always at the front of mind: exquisite dials, refined finishing, and accuracy. The Japanese powerhouse persistently tells elegant stories connected to its nation’s culture through its dials — whether inspired by the serenity of Lake Suwa, the rugged beauty of Mount Iwate, or the frost-covered trees of the Kirigamine Highlands in the case of the Evolution 9 Collection Spring Drive U.F.A. SLGB003. That said, the dial of this particular timepiece isn’t the key talking point as much as what’s lurking beneath it. Starting with the acronym in its name, U.F.A. or Ultra Fine Accuracy, brings with it a level of precision defined not by accuracy in seconds per day, week, or month, but by its accuracy over an entire year.
Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust: A Watch that Made History
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The watch world is full of stories, but some carry more weight than others. The tale of the Rolex Datejust, which turns 80 this year, is among the heftier ones. That becomes abundantly clear as you make your way through the 224 lushly-illustrated pages of Oyster Perpetual Datejust: A Watch that Made History, the second instalment in an ongoing series of authorized histories written by watch writer Nicholas Foulkes and published by Wallpaper*. Like last year’s Oyster Perpetual Submariner: The Watch That Unlocked the Deep, the new book presents an exhaustive account of one of the most popular and recognizable watches in the Rolex catalogue, and indeed the world.
The New IWC Ingenieur
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The story of the Ingenieur, the newly expanded luxury sports watch collection from IWC with a cameo in one of this summer’s most anticipated movies, F1, is a textbook case of turning failure into success — even if it takes nearly 50 years. With a bold modern look created by famed designer Gérald Genta and a unique anti-magnetic case, the 1976 Ingenieur SL Ref 1832 ticked all of the right boxes to earn its place among IWC’s greatest hits. After six years, and just 598 models sold, however, the Ingenieur was quietly discontinued. In 2023, nearly half a century after its initial introduction, the Ingenieur’s next chapter was unveiled in Geneva as the Ingenieur Automatic 40. The current Ingenieur lineup now includes three case sizes (35 mm, 40 mm, and 41 mm), four material options (steel, titanium, 5N red gold, and black ceramic), and a range of fetching dial colours. It was worth the wait.
The Citizen Tsuyosa 37mm
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The Citizen Tsuyosa, one of the brand’s biggest hits of recent years, is value-forward, with a refined look that’s versatile enough to dress up or down, sapphire glass, and fine brushed finishes. Fortunately for anyone who finds the 40mm size of the original too large, it’s now available in a 37mm version complete with date display, magnifier window, and an automatic movement made by Miyota. With a choice of ice blue, dark green, and pale pink, it’s a handsome (and budget-friendly!) daily driver in a size that will flatter any wrist.
Fashion
Snow Goose by Canada Goose Capsule
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For Haider Ackermann’s third Snow Goose capsule, Canada Goose’s first-ever creative director pulled inspiration from a 2023 trip he took to Churchill, Manitoba, where the expansive Arctic captured his heart. Ackermann’s work on the Snow Goose collections captures the life and spirit of these often-overlooked winter wonderlands with bright colours, easy movement, and the graceful silhouettes he’s known for. “Winter is often imagined as a season of silence, as quiet or still,” says Ackermann. “But I wanted this collection to breathe, to move with the rhythm of life that persists beneath the cold and capture the pulse of life in the cold.”
The New SOREL x Aries Collab
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“This collaboration captures the energy and rebellious spirit that Aries brings to streetwear, while staying true to SOREL’s commitment to durability and performance,” says SOREL President Cory Long. Synthesizing Aries’ street-ready aesthetic with SOREL’s utilitarian appeal, the collection shines. For proof, look no further than the new CALLSIGN HORIZON Boots, which are the centrepiece of the collaboration. Taking after the celebrated silhouette of the Caribou, the new boots infuse a SOREL staple with Aries’ daring design code. Yet, true to the brand’s tradition, the boots are equipped with functional features, including a waterproof Gore-Tex upper, a moulded outsole, and a removable micro shroud, to name a few. You won’t do any better for performance or style this winter.
Canadian Clothing Brands
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From streetwear to suits to everyday essentials, Canada’s menswear landscape has evolved into a world-class ecosystem, featured on late-night talk shows and NBA pregame tunnel walks alike. For your own excursions — wherever they might take you — we’ve rounded up five labels that support Canada’s homegrown creatives without sacrificing style.
The Perfect Leather Jacket
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The motorcycle jacket first hit the scene in the 1920s, designed by brothers Jack and Irving Schott. Their namesake brand, Schott, is still one of the premier manufacturers of leather jackets in the country today, but they’ve never done it better than the aptly-named Schott Perfecto. They designed the jacket in 1913, but it didn’t hit stores til 1928 in tandem with Harley Davidson. The Perfecto is the jacket Marlon Brando wore in The Wild One, that the Ramones wore in every photo you’ve ever seen of them. It’s as iconic as a leather jacket gets.
Design
Gufram’s PUNCH-A-WALL by Studio Job
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In a boon for rage-a-holics and lovers of cheeky contemporary art alike, Gufram’s PUNCH-A-WALL by Studio Job is a limited-edition (only 333 made) punching bag, hand-painted to resemble a column of bricks. A novel take on the classic trompe l’oeil, the bag is available at Bonne Choice, a Toronto-based designer, dealer and showroom that specializes in rare furniture and objects.
Beatlemania in Beverly Hills
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Even those who weren’t alive throughout the Beatles’ peak of popularity in the 1960s understand the significance and permanent imprint of the group on popular culture. And while the songs and stories live on, what so often gets lost in retellings of the phenomenon are the real people behind the personas. This spring, Gagosian offered a look behind the scenes with “Rearview Mirror: Photographs, December 1963–February 1964,” an exhibition of recently rediscovered photographs by Paul McCartney — including some previously unseen — at its gallery in Beverly Hills. If you missed the opportunity to buy one of the prints in the spring, the accompanying poster is a worthy consolation prize.
Miyabi Knives
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Whether you’re an aspiring Michelin chef or more of a takeout guy, a beautiful set of knives is a must-have element of every well-equipped kitchen. This knife brand, whose name denotes an elegant atmosphere of a ruler’s dwelling place, a religious temple, or a king’s palace, specializes in world-class cutting tools. Shaped from premium carbide stainless steel, the metal retains its razor edge over time. Miyabi uses a Damascus-style technique in which 49 layers of steel are welded together, infusing the material with a unique pattern of waves and stripes. Next, Miyabi hones each blade by hand with a traditional process dubbed the Honbazuke method. Needless to say, it’ll cut anything you have on hand with finesse. Perhaps more importantly, it’ll look perfect on your knife magnet.
The Ozzy Armchair
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It started with a shirt collar. Inspired the 17th-century, when shirt collars were a rare symbol of style and status, French designer Patrick Norguet sought to infuse his furniture with the same sleek, regal sensibility. Sketching a semicircle, the OZZY Armchair was born. Fashioned with foam and fabric (among other good things), each material is thoughtfully chosen. Like the ingredients of a gourmet meal, they compose a whole greater than the sum of its parts. The seating bursts with plush goose down while a cowhide backrest adds polish. For the upholstery, clients can choose between leather and fabric. Perched on a metal swivel base and covered in protective laminated fabric, the OZZY Armchair is a cocoon of comfort. Balancing form and function, Norguet’s design reflects his elegant inspiration with ease.
