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The Best Products of the Week: Plastic-Free Swim Shorts, a Beautiful New Coffee Maker, and More

Every week the Cool Material Editors are rounding up the best new product releases.

The Best Products of the Week: Plastic-Free Swim Shorts, a Beautiful New Coffee Maker, and More

The Cool Material editors are hard at work handpicking the best new products and gear that release every week. Here you’ll find the most exciting selections from the world of style, EDC, and more.

This week we’re highlighting Alex Crane’s Rama Board Shorts, the world’s first plastic-free swim trunks. We’re also keeping an eye on the Troubadour Apex Mini, a more compact version of the brand’s best-selling EDC bag. Plus, we’ve got new releases from Buck Mason, Persol, and Percival.

Check out all of the coolest new product releases below.

Buck Mason California Oxford One Pocket Shirt
Buck Mason California Oxford One Pocket Shirt

Buck Mason just released a duo of summerweight shirting options and we're really loving the casual/dressy potential of the Oxford One Pocket Shirt. Pair it with your favorite pair of linens.

Buy $135
Retrospekt x Polaroid InstantArt Camera
Retrospekt x Polaroid InstantArt Camera

Retrospekt introduced a mini capsule of retro-styled instant Polaroid cameras inspired by classic computer vibes. It's the perfect addition to your next summer adventure.

Buy $179
Alex Crane Rama Board Shorts
Alex Crane Rama Board Shorts

The Rama Board Shorts from Alex Crane are reportedly the very first plastic-free swim shorts in the world. Not only is it an impressive sustainable statement, they look fantastic too.

Buy $125
Troubadour Apex Mini
Troubadour Apex Mini

Troubadour has developed a more compact version of its best-selling Apex backpack with the Apex Mini. It's an excellent slimmed down lightweight pack that's perfect for commuting.

Buy $195
Ratio Six Coffee Machine
Ratio Six Coffee Machine

Ratio has just released an excellent drip coffee brewer that looks impressive and pumps out delicious coffee. If you're looking for a countertop upgrade, get yourself the Ratio Six.

Buy $339
Russell's Reserve 15-Year-Old Bourbon
Russell's Reserve 15-Year-Old Bourbon

This incredible bottle of bourbon doesn't release to the public until July 1st but this week Russell's Reserve announced its 15-Year-old Kentucky Straight Bourbon.

Buy $250
Champion x Percival Goal Rugby Polo
Champion x Percival Goal Rugby Polo

Percival has once again teamed up with Champion on a fantastic collection of apparel. This time, the collaborative capsule celebrates Euro 2024 - we've got our eyes on the Rugby Polo.

Buy $175
Persol PO0086S Sunglasses
Persol PO0086S Sunglasses

Persol has updated its classic motif on a collection of new sunglasses including the PO0086S, which is handmade in Italy and gets a thicker acetate with new tinted lenses.

Buy $594