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Parasol's Camping Essentials
When planning your camping trip, it is important that you have the right equipment. Here at Parasol, we have created a checklist of what we consider to be essential items for you to take on a camping trip.  From tents...
Snow Peak's 'Up Cycle Cotton Project'
Snow Peak have begun their efforts to recycle cotton products and connect them to the manufacture and sale of new products - “Circular clothes” instead of disposable clothes. It requires around 10,000-20,000 litres of water to cultivate just one kilogram...
Parasol's Self-Care Guide
As busy as life may get it’s always important to make time for a little self-care. Here at Parasol, we believe that a good self-care routine can help maintain a healthy well-being. This can be 5 minutes of your day...
Positive News Round Up From 2022 So Far
We all like to hear some good news to come from the world, something positive to focus on rather than the worries of the pandemic and all other societal issues. Here at Parasol Store, we have gathered some positive news...
Treat Someone Special This Valentine's Day | Gift Guide
Treat someone special with a thoughtful gift this Valentines day. Here at Parasol Store we have created a gift guide to help you choose the most ideal gift for your loved one.  For The Travel Enthusiast:  Shop YetiShop Patagonia Shop Chilly's...
Our Top 5 UK Hiking Destinations
We all know someone who likes a challenge don’t we? There's nothing quite like heading into the great outdoors. Hiking is an excellent way to escape from reality and feel that sense of freedom. Whether you hike as a social...
Eco Friendly Gifting
As the world continues to turn and time passes, the gifting season will be upon us before we know it. Here at Parasol, we do our best to stay conscious of the environmental impact of our actions, connecting you with brands...
Snow Peak Thermal Boa Fleece - Winter Warmer
Currently occupying the undisputed position at the top of a pile of genuine outdoor brands who have crossed over to lifestyle wear, Snow Peak really are top of the tree. Their offering is as strong as ever and boasts this...
Strongest Season Yet for Hikerdelic
Utilising years of knowledge and insight gleaned from working in the fashion industry via Proper Magazine, Hikerdelic is now firmly established as a seasonal staple.   Working with brands like Barbour, Yogi, Novesta and Kickers, Hikerdelic continues to grow both...
Iconic Americana - Why you ought to try Autry Trainers
Founded in Texas back in 1982, Autry is a brand which has been missing from the leisure landscape over here for a good number of years. Once occupying a season ticket seat at the top table of American sportswear shoes,...
Birkenstock Kyoto Sandals - Reassuring Luxury and Contemporary Cool
Made in Germany but named after a Japanese city, the Birkenstock Kyoto Sandal has a lot going for it. To make things even more multicultural, it takes design cues from the classic Birkenstock Zurich model, adding a touch of contemporary...
Novesta Trainers - Keeping The Past In The Present
With a focus on ergonomic, economic and organic characteristics, it’s no surprise that Novesta Trainers are iconic, too.   Still made by hand in one of the few remaining Slovakian factories, Novesta utilises a workforce entrenched in skill and passion...
Camp in Style with Snow Peak
Japanese brand Snow Peak are revered the world over for their innovative mountaineering equipment and clothing. Founded in 1958 by accomplished mountaineer, Yukio Yamai, the brand is named after the famous Japanese mountain, Tanigawa, where Yamai repeatedly challenged himself both...
Essential Father's Day Gifts
Every year comes the time in June, apparently on the 3rd Sunday of the month, whereby we try our best to show our appreciation for the father figures and for the paternal bonds in our lives by trying to find...
Kanken Art Released For World Ocean Day
Possibly the most iconic backpack in the world is the Kånken from Swedish outdoor brand Fjällräven. You’re likely to see at least a few dozen in every city in Europe whilst out and about, and their seemingly endless choice of...
Oliver Peoples Sunglasses: Frames from Sunset Boulevard
A Favourite in Los Angeles: Oliver Peoples Luxury Eyewear A favourite here at Parasol and straight out of the sunny streets of Los Angeles is luxury eyewear brand Oliver Peoples. Known for their vintage-inspired aesthetic shaped by the unique culture...
Best Camping Staycation Spots
With the bank holiday weekend and a UK heatwave nicely matching up for us all to enjoy and finally see the back of May, we thought we’d go through some of the best camping staycation spots around the UK. With...
Parasol's Very Best of Bottles & Drinkware
Not only will investing in a nice bottle ensure you have a decent drinking vessel for your favourite choice of drink, be it juice, water, or coffee, but it’s also a huge way of reducing your single-use plastic intake, which...
Parasol's Summer Footwear Favourites
One of the tell-tale signs that summer is fastly approaching is the need for summer-friendly footwear. Beach-ready sliders, toothpaste-white fresh canvas shoes or fancy boat shoes - there’s something that triggers your Whether you’re having a summer at home sunbathing...
Complete Your Home With Our Hygge Homeware Curated Edit
With the unsurprisingly poor weather and the seemingly never-ending lockdown we’ve all endured over the past 12 months, staying at home has become both a necessity and a welcomed reality for most of us. We’ve learned to slow down, and...
Rumpl: Sleeping Bag Blankets?!
Rumpl: Innovative and Sustainable Blankets Rumpl make amazing blankets, whether you’re sitting in the garden on a summer evening after the sun’s gone, or camping out after a hillside wander, these blankets will keep you warm and toasty all night...