Cool Things To Buy Right Now: Must-Have Items For 2025

If you’re a watch guy or you’re married to one, then the Heist Watch Cleaning Kit is just the ticket. Made for watch lovers by watch lovers. Heist is an all-natural cleaning kit that kills junk and grime from everyday wear. It’s small and easy to use, plus it travels like a dream. We’ve tested it, and we love it.

The third release in the A Night on Earth Series, this limited-edition Jerez release is a continued celebration of The Macallan’s 200th anniversary celebrations. And it’s an absolute showstopper.

Renowned as a pioneer in the world of single-malt Scotch whisky, The Macallan’s core range owes its exceptional character to its time maturing exclusively in 100% sherry oak casks. This special release is a celebration of this shared Scottish and Spanish history; a vital recognition of casks, crafted from oak sourced in Jerez, Spain, that imbue this world-renowned spirit with unparalleled depth and richness.

It’s the perfect tribute to two centuries of The Macallan’s artistry.

Montblanc’s transition into the world of luxury fragrance was a natural move for a brand that has become synonymous with beautiful products that combine traditional craftsmanship with contemporary innovation.

From the azure allure of the Legend’s zesty topline notes to its warm and comforting woody heart, Montblanc Legend Blue is an exquisite fragrance of contrasts. Whenever we head out to events – which, around this time of the year, is frequently – there’s always a friendly arm wrestle for the Legend Blue between the DMARGE team – it’s just that good.

OMEGA and Swatch is a collaboration that just keeps on giving and these two horological powerhouses have returned to Earth with another out-of-this-world release from the celebrated MoonSwatch collection.

The Bioceramic MoonSwatch MISSION TO EARTHPHASE is a marvel in monochrome, taking inspiration from our two nearest celestial bodies, the Earth and the Moon, as the first watch in history to incorporate both a moon phase and an Earth phase. It’s an innovative new feature to the collection for us land-dwellers, but I imagine it’s a useful tool for space-faring, homesick astronauts who want to keep up to date on the phases of our blue planet. However, this non-limited piece won’t be available online. So you’ll have to visit selected stores from 2 November to get your hands on one.

There’s no doubt, Bruichladdich is one of my favourite Scotch whisky distilleries. With an enduring commitment to growing barley in the unforgiving climate of Islay, Bruichladdich not only supports local agriculture but also creates hundreds of jobs within the community. By paying farmers regardless of seasonal yield, the distillery reflects its “why can’t we do that?” attitude, choosing values over convenience. It’s just one of the ways Bruichladdich stands out from the rest.

The Octomore collection, now in its 15th edition, is a reflection of that ‘why not?’ ethos, using nothing but 100% Islay-grown Concerto barley from Octomore Farm. With a peatiness score of 307.2 parts per million, this is the second most peaty whisky ever produced, I’ve been fortunate enough to try a few of the whiskies from the Octomore line, and let me tell you, this super heavily peated whisky does not disappoint. It’s mind-blowingly good.

Surprised to see premium black pepper in here? Well, you shouldn’t be. It’s called Cool Products after all. The team over at Pep take their spices very seriously and has made it their mission to revive the quality of one of the world’s most popular ingredients.

Grown in the red volcanic soils of Cambodia, Pep is a single-origin pepper company that specialises in “aromatic complexity — herbaceous, earthy and green, rocks and rain, mild sweetness.” In short, this seriously packs a punch. You’ll never go back to your run-of-the-mill peppercorns again.

If, like me, you’ve always wanted a new projector that replicates that perfect cinema experience at home (but you’ve never been able to find one that can actually work in your space) look no further than the new Hisense PX3.

With its cutting-edge TriChroma LPU™ Digital Laser Engine, delivering stunning colours, brightness, and crystal-clear visuals, the PX3 sets a new standard in home cinema. Hisense has worked with Xbox to guarantee seamless compatibility, low latency, and sharp visuals for the ultimate gaming experience – it’s a first for any projector to earn an Xbox-certified mark.

The NBA is back for another season and for Australian basketball fans, that means taking your game to the next level. The NBA League Pass is your go-to site for all things courtside, where you can catch all the action from one of the biggest leagues in the world. Where else are you going to witness the James family make history as the first father-son duo in the league? Or see Australian stars Josh Giddey, Patty Mills and Jock Landale represent the Boomers stateside?

The NBA League Pass puts every play, every pass and every hoop in the palm of your hand, so you can watch your favourite teams simultaneously, with absolute freedom.

On Running has had a stellar year. With more and more casuals taking to the streets and joining local run clubs, the jogging boom in Australia has reached dizzying new heights. Of course, there will always be the mainstay brands (and we’ve featured quite a few of them). But this year, we’ve been incredibly impressed with the increasing surge in popularity enjoyed by the Roger Federer-backed brand, which is using Swiss engineering to offer alternative runners in the busy market.

Our favourites have to be the Cloudmonster 2s: more cushioning, better propulsion and added energy return for those harder morning runs. This White/Flame colourway is hard to beat as well.

Japanese whisky is known the world over for the harmonious blend of its signature drops – various whiskies aged in different types of casks, such as American and Japanese Mizunara oak barrels, that have become synonymous with this unique part of the world. I was fortunate enough to be invited to an exclusive tasting of Hibiki’s most celebrated whiskies, ranging from the no-age statement Harmony, through to 21 years and 30 years old. But this 40-year-old expression left an indelible impression.

Inspired by the philosophy of creating harmony and capturing the essence of time, the goal for Hibiki’s 40-Year-Old was to craft a whisky that embodies the beauty and refinement that comes with ageing. This limited edition release is an exquisite blend of various malt and grain whiskies, sourced from Suntory’s renowned distilleries—Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita.

First introduced in 1984, the Breitling Chronomat holds a special place in the history of Swiss luxury watchmaking, with anniversary editions marking key milestones. This year’s Australia-exclusive release is no exception.

Featuring a sleek arctic matte white dial with contrasting black subdials, the iconic panda design shines in the Chronomat’s 42mm case like never before. This anniversary edition also comes with a rubber signature “Rouleaux” strap – arguably one of the more premium rubber options available in today’s horological market – and is limited to just 140 pieces worldwide, securing its own unique place among Breitling’s most revered creations.

The Paris 2024 Olympics boasted some incredible moments as the nations descended on the French capital in search of gold… and Steph Curry’s MVP-worthy performance to clinch the Basketball for Team USA over the hosts was a standout highlight.

Designed for both experienced athletes and sneakerheads, the all-new Curry 12 ‘Gravity’ allows fans to channel their inner champion, with an out-of-this-world spring to reflect Curry’s gravitational pull on the court. These are the twelfth iteration from the Warriors star, complete with a sleek light grey upper accented by vibrant green and black details, with two new colourways,  “Wardell Mode” and “Shooting Star,” set to be released soon.

Danish soundcraft meets Italian flair in Bang & Olufsen’s latest collection with Ferrari, the Beoplay H95 Ferrari Edition. Tuned for rich, balanced sound, these premium over-ear headphones combine Bang & Olufsen’s signature advanced audio technology with an elegant design and craftsmanship that has become synonymous with the Italian supercar brand.

We’ve had a pair of these on review for the last few weeks and let me tell you, the morning commute never sounded (and looked) so good. But of course, with active noise cancellation, the Beoplays are suitable for any occasion – at the gym, doing the shopping, and even when travelling on a noisy plane. Check out the full Bang & Olufsen X Ferrari collection for the latest in audio technology.