Skip to main content

A Breath of Summer with Onia Resort

It may be cold, cloudy and wet where you are living at the moment so we thought we would post some pictures of warm weather wear to remind you it won’t last forever.

Onia has rolled out their resort collection, just in time for those New Year getaways to tropical spots. In fact, Carl Cunow and Nathan Romano (the guys behind the line) were inspired by the spectacular landscapes and exotic wildlife of Costa Rica.

Onia
Onia Image used with permission by copyright holder

Derived from the Hebrew word for “ship”, Onia has quickly become a distinguished men’s swimwear brand that was created in 2009 as Cunow and Romano’s answer to too many ill-fitting board shorts, uninspired trunks and garish prints. Instead, they envisioned a sharper, smarter, more technical swimsuit that would function stylishly on the beach and beyond. They built Onia around fits and styles that would appeal to the design-conscious guy who wants a swimsuit that is functional, frill-free and flattering. And guys are lining up to by up and give thanks.

Onia
Onia Image used with permission by copyright holder

Onia uses the highest quality sourced materials from the mesh lining and woven ties to the functional pockets, clean finished seams and antique nickel hardware – details that tell a story of superior craftsmanship. Putting a premium on functionality, Onia features deep pockets for keys, wallets or board wax, snap closures to keep things secure and locker loops keep them handy.

Onia
Onia Image used with permission by copyright holder

We are fans of the great colors the guys chose for the Calder shorts (go on, try a kiwi color and brighten things up a bit!) and the Jack shirt may just be what we wear all summer with it’s comfy linen and cotton blend. So take a moment to daydream of the sound of the ocean, then book that trip and buy them shorts and you are good to go.

Cator Sparks
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Cator Sparks was the Editor-in-Chief of The Manual from its launch in 2012 until 2018. Previously, Cator was covering…
Authentic Roz explores the human experience in New York Fashion Week debut
Finding the balance between fitting in and standing out with Authentic Roz
Authentic Roz look 3

Walking through New York Fashion Week presentations and showrooms, you start to get a feel of what most brands and designers are used to working with. There are hot buzzwords. Inspiration and creativity seem to be center stage in most runway shows and showrooms. However, as I made my way up North from Madison Square Park to The Prince George Ballroom in the Flatiron District, I found myself in a different sort of environment, the kind where the designer of the collection about to walk down the runway also served as the DJ. From the clothes to the tunes to the ideology, Rayan Alami had a hand in every aspect of his New York Fashion Week debut. After seeing designer after designer with the same philosophies throughout New York, Alami embodied the name of his debut collection at Fashion Week, "I am Different."
Using music and culture to blend a unique style

New York Fashion Week is essentially an opportunity to blend art and fashion into one and tell a story through sartorial expression. While designers find inspiration in all walks of life, Alami uses his multicultured heritage and his love of music to blend a style truly unique in the industry. When I sat down with him after his show, I asked how he brought culture to his work.

Read more
Norqain expands the Freedom GMT collection with a new bronze watch
A new bronze Norqain watch
Norqain LE Freedom 60 GMT Bronze

Norqain emerged onto the watch scene in 2018, and has offered stylish timepieces like the Freedom 60 GMT collection. Every single timepiece that’s featured in the collection has a retro-like aesthetic that will take you back to the ‘60s. Now, though, there's a new offering: the Norqain Freedom 60 GMT 40mm Limited Edition.

The new Freedom GMT watch comes with a bronze dial that stands out thanks to the brown hue. And one of the most striking features is the 100m water-resistant brown casing, which is accentuated by a satin finish that makes the surface look a little bit shiny. Hour markers also have a bronze-like hue that complements the casing.

Read more
G-Shock’s MRG-B2100R-2A features stunning blue dial and unique Japanese design
This new G-shock watch is the embodiment of Japanese culture
G-shock MRGB2100R-2A

A new G-Shock watch that explores different Japanese concepts, from zen philosophies to ancient woodworking techniques, has been unveiled: the MRG-B2100R-2A, part of the high-end MR-G series.

For starters, it is based on an ancient Zen ideology centered around self-reflection. The good thing about this new watch is that it explores different Japanese notions. The second notion, Kigumi, goes back to the 6th century and has been passed down over the years. It is a beautiful woodworking craft that creates beautiful patterns.

Read more