Gearing Up for the Great Outdoors
In partnership with our friends at Hunter
So you finally threw down for a pair of hiking boots, maybe bought a park pass, and solidified a road trip to that glamping destination you’ve been talking about driving to since March.
This is the year of the domestic adventure, and there are certain things one should always be prepared with in case of campfires, impromptu drives through leafy landscapes, setting foot on or around a mountain, or any of 2020’s other social-distancing-friendly doings you might get after in the coming months.
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THE TRAILBLAZERS
Come rain or shine, a great outdoorsy shoe with traction, support, and all-around comfort tops the list of nonnegotiables. Think of them as the four-wheel drive of shoes: great in the city, even better in off-road mode.
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Hunter Boots Hunter, $135SHOP NOW -
Common Projects sneakers goop, $517SHOP NOW -
Hunter Boots Hunter, $135SHOP NOW -
HOKA One One Hiking sneakers HOKA, $170SHOP NOW
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THE BASE LAYERS
Whatever level of activity you’re doing, staying comfortable starts with a solid base layer—be it a stealth support system, a bodysuit that never rides up, stripes that prefer the scenic route, or a lightweight pullover that can hang around your waist if you start to overheat.
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Matek Bodysuit Moda Operandi, $100SHOP NOW -
A.P.C. x goop top goop, $165SHOP NOW -
G. Sport x Proenza Schouler sports bra goop, $125SHOP NOW -
Monrow SWEATSHIRT goop, $120SHOP NOW
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THE ELEMENT-BRAVERS
The swiftest way to look cool and stay warm? A hypersensible shell. They can go practical (the more pockets, the better); they can go playful (colorblocking is your friend here); they can go high-performance (windproof insulation FTW).
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Patagonia vest Patagonia, $149SHOP NOW -
COS parka COS, $225SHOP NOW -
Loro Piana jacket Loro Piana, $2,995SHOP NOW -
Adidas by Stella McCartney jacket goop, $220SHOP NOW
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THE EVERY-SCENARIO-POSSIBLE PANTS
Hitting the trails, hopping on an electric bike, or embracing all there is to love about lodge life (we’re here for it), these play-the-field pants are master adapters.
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Thom Browne pants Farfetch, $750SHOP NOW -
Alo Yoga Leggings Alo Yoga, $138SHOP NOW -
Toteme PANTS goop, $195SHOP NOW -
G. Label JP WORKWEAR JEANS goop, $295SHOP NOW
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THE WARM EMBRACE
Some things just go together. Like hot cider, fuzzy socks—and a better-than-a-blanket sweater. And if you think these layers look cozy from where you’re sitting, just wait till you’ve got one wrapped around you in the wild.
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Staud sweater Staud, $295SHOP NOW -
G. Label FRIST WIDE-RIB
TURTLENECK goop, $595SHOP NOW -
Toteme SWEATER goop, $650SHOP NOW -
Moncler x JW Anderson sweater Moncler, $945SHOP NOW
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THE UP-FOR-
WHATEVER SETIf you don’t already own some version of a matching set, you might be doing 2020 wrong. Not only do they take the guesswork out of getting ready; they’re as cute as they are comfortable and take nature walks to the next level.
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Les Tien sweatshirt goop, $197SHOP NOW -
Les Tien shorts goop, $142SHOP NOW -
Live the Process sports bra Net-a-Porter, $98SHOP NOW -
Live the Process leggings Net-a-Porter, $128SHOP NOW
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THE NICE-TO-HAVES
Do you need a set of waterproof binos? Or a camouflage-cord case for toting your phone crossbody? Not exactly. But in the spirit of being prepared for anything, some tricked-out tech and gadgets for going off-grid never hurt. Gearheads, eat your heart out.
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G. Label ANORAK FACE COVERING goop, $75SHOP NOW -
Loewe cap Loewe, $305SHOP NOW -
Hermès apple watch and band Hermès, $1,449SHOP NOW -
Nikon binoculars REI, $499SHOP NOW -
Tory Sport fanny pack Tory Burch, $148SHOP NOW -
XOUXOU phone case XOUXOU, $69SHOP NOW -
Falke socks Net-a-Porter, $27SHOP NOW
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THE SKIN SAVIORS
When it comes to the “what else should I bring” question, we subscribe to the KISS principle (keep it simple, stupid): a brilliant balm for happy lips, clean mineral SPF for any exposed skin, fanny-pack-able face wipes for posthike grime, and the one spray you’ll be glad you brought at golden hour.
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Ursa Major face wipes goop, $24SHOP NOW -
Dr. Barbara Sturm LIP BALM goop, $55SHOP NOW -
Kinfield bug spray goop, $22SHOP NOW -
The Organic Pharmacy sunscreen goop, $69SHOP NOW
We hope you enjoy the products recommended here. Our goal is to suggest only things we love and think you might, as well. We also like transparency, so, full disclosure: We may collect a share of sales or other compensation if you purchase through the external links on this page.