HAVEN Field Testing Program FW23

Name: Mizoguchi Motoki

Profession: Graphic Designer, Mo'design

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Article: Bellum Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

The incorporation of enhanced functionality not only simplifies the design but also facilitates a streamlined aesthetic with minimal styling, a characteristic that I find particularly appealing.

Name: Nolan White

Profession: Brand Consultant, Content Creator

Location: Montreal, Canada

Article: Condor Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Bruise

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

I like things that are easy to wear, that I don’t have to think much about. In my opinion, aesthetics are a discretionary part of functionality; you can do without it, but feeling discomfort in how you’re expressing yourself physically can impact how you move through this world. Inversely, enjoying looking sexy-hot-and-cool is pretty hard if you’re being castrated by your pants. Striking that balance is what makes truly great garments.

Name: Ben Greenwood

Profession: Creative and Content creator

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Article: HAVEN / Needles Track Pant - 3L GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® Softshell Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

Its crucial for me. I’m always out and about, either in the city or up in the hills, so I need to be ready for both environments. Little details like a drawcord on a hem or zip on a pocket mean a lot to me in this respect, I like to feel ready for anything.

Name: Will Goodan

Profession: Photographer

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Article: Chamber Parka - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Bruise

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

I’m always trying to hone what to bring and wear when on location. It makes the difference of having things instantly accessible when you need them and also being comfortable at the same time.

Name: Kazuya Ito

Profession: Graphic Designer / Visual Artist

Location: Vancouver, Canada

Article: Horizon Bucket Hat - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Fog

Ridge Liner - Polartec® Alpha® Direct Poly Fleece Fog

Travail Shirt - Duca Visconti Cotton Corduroy Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

Functionality is the core of my choices. It’s about balancing comfort and adaptability in everything, from work to play, indoors to outdoors, all while staying stylish without looking too specialized.

Name: Orion Johnson

Profession: Freelance Event Producer & Consulting, DJ/Producer

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Article: Condor Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Iron

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

I think functionality sits at the top of the importance list for me. I rather have 1 jacket that can do 3 things than have three jackets with singular usage. Like any city dweller that enjoys the outdoors, it’s a major asset to be able to seamlessly migrate between spaces with a piece you know will hold up in different situations.

Name: Garret 'GMAN' Louie

Profession: Co-Founder

Location: Vancouver, Canada

Article: Logan Vest - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Silt

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

I prioritize functionality, so having both function and fashion is essential for me. Given the unpredictable weather in Vancouver, where it can go from raining one minute to snowing the next, being prepared is a necessity.

Name: Jack West

Profession: Stylist

Location: London, United Kingdom

Article: Chamber Parka - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Iron

Name: Jeremy Joo

Profession: Furniture Designer

Location: Toronto, Canada

Article: Turbine Jacket - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 3L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Black

Recon Pants - Duca Visconti Cotton Corduroy Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

Furniture and fashion are just design at two different scales. I gravitate mostly to furniture where form follows function, so naturally, it's the same with what I wear. Also, having many pockets for snacks is a great plus.

Name: Paolo Franco Roldan

Profession: Model

Location: Toronto, Canada

Article: Turbine Jacket - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 3L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

Functionality plays a key role in my work and personal lifestyle. It provides peace of mind when things are in place operating efficiently as I can expect it to. Functionality enhances my experience when interacting with my environment.

Name: Rob Squire

Profession: Interdisciplinary Artist & Producer

Location: Tokyo, Japan

Article: Logan Parka - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

When decisions need to be made in regard to space (when travelling a lot) or budgets, functionality of equipment becomes directly related to how much you will use the pieces and for how long… personally, I love patina, and familiarities with how things perform after time.

Name: Leo Liu

Profession: Creative Marketing

Location: Beijing, China

Article: Logan Vest - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Black

Ridge Liner - Polartec® Alpha® Direct Poly Fleece Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

My daily life contains a lot of traveling between cities and engaging in various activities. Therefore, I place a high premium on the products I select, prioritizing versatility and comfortability, the products need to be easily adapted to different environments and weather conditions. Simultaneously, the garments need to look elegant but with characteristic, that I could wear to corporate meetings and important events.

Name: Alexander Zabelin

Profession: Chief Editor + CEO

Location: Tbilisi, Georgia

Article: Condor Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Bruise

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

A significant one. I explore functionality in my daily life, will it be my work through TECHUNTER, or daily commuting, or weekend trail runs. I believe everything has its own function and meaning, while it should always have a perfect balance with form.

Name: Luke Butler

Profession: Copywriter & Creative

Location: London, United Kingdom

Article: Condor Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Iron

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

I live in a place where it rains a lot, so I need functional wet weather gear that’s easy to style with my everyday looks. I prefer to keep my hiking-specific clothes for outdoor activities, so when I’m in the city I go for techwear that doesn’t look too over the top for what I’m doing - commuting, cycling, running errands in town - but still delivers in terms of durability, water resistance and storage.

Name: Phillip Krug

Profession: Digital Creative

Location: Lienz, Austria

Article: Field Cap - Duca Visconti Emerized Cotton Twill Charcoal

Logan Parka - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Silt

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

I live in a small town surrounded by mountains. The weather here can change abruptly from one moment to the next, especially when you are out in the mountains. That's why it's essential for me to be prepared for bad weather and of course still look stylish.

Name: Tolga Yilmaz

Profession: Buyer

Location: Berlin, Germany

Article: Ridge Liner - Polartec® Alpha® Direct Poly Fleece Fog

Logan Vest - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Black

What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?

Berlin weather is unpredictable. To have at least one less worry in my everyday life, I’ve learned to appreciate more and more the functionality of my wardrobe. I love fleece, I love waterproof fabrics, I love layering and the attention to details but all the more when clothes are combined in an aesthetic way.

So functionality to me means versatility and sustainability. As Pharrell always used to say:

“Wealth is of the heart and mind. Not the pocket.”