Nearly eight million Americans have the credentials to ride a motorcycle, but don’t own a bike themselves. Financial pressures and the struggling economy have made the purchase impossible for many. Twisted Road lets riders lease a motorcycle from another owner, so both parties can benefit.

The concept of ‘defensive dressing’ might once have evoked images of Kelvar vests or plate armour, but in 2020, protective apparel and accessories have become commonplace as people look to minimise their exposure to COVID-19. How is a desire to stay healthy and safe impacting style choices?

With hygiene a growing concern, brands are having to adapt, from hotels performing ‘safety theatre’ to retailers getting creative with in-store design. In the fashion space, a number of brands are releasing clothes made with virus-fighting textiles, hinting at a future where fashion and hygiene merge.

Fashion has had a functional overhaul in the pandemic, with many people seeking a combination of practicality and reassurance from the brands they buy. Italian label Pangaia is a sustainable loungewear brand that’s proving to its shoppers an unparalleled commitment to comfort and sustainability.