Journal
HAVEN Field Testing Program FW23
The HAVEN Field Tester is a continuous initiative with the goal of refining our products and showcasing our global network of friends, family and partners. Taking our products outside of the design studio and into a real world environment is an important part of our iterative process and ensures that our garments meet our rigorous standards of performance and comfort.
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: Laurent Pozo
Profession: Creative Director
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Article: Interval Coat - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Black
Recon Pants - Duca Visconti Cotton Corduroy Pine
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
I always carry a lot of things on me everyday (phone, keys, charger, wallet, card case,…) that’s why I like to have multiple pockets on my jackets and pants. I also need my wardrobe to be versatile, living in an urban environnement like Tokyo, I want my jacket to keep me dry during the rainy season and warm during the cold winter.
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: Anders Schans
Profession: Account Management & Creative, BeingHunted
Location: Berlin, Germany
Article: Bellum Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Fog
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
I’m originally from Copenhagen where the volatility of the weather makes London seem like Southern Spain, so I’ve been conditioned to check the weather forecast everytime I leave my house. That has definitely given me an appreciation for any garments that don’t force me to question my choice of apparel every time the weather plays tricks on me.
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: Yue Wu
Profession: Artist/Designer, Soulgoods
Location: Paris, France
Article: Bellum Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Black
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
As a father of 2, and only biking since 2018, functionality comes first.
And when style and comfort also follows it becomes an extension of you.
Safe pockets for keys when on the move and the double zipper allowing lower body mobility and the hood hidden in the collar under the frequent Parisian rain makes this comfy and more mature shell an essential in my everyday since I got it!
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: Tony Ferguson
Profession: Professional Skateboarder, Rone Founder
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Article: Chamber Parka - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Iron
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Functionality is integral to my lifestyle, whether it’s skating in the streets, on the greens or in the mountains, comfort and functionality is key.
It has always played huge role in my day to day life, growing up skating we would adopt functional pieces from different categories that were durable and would perform well.
Also living in Vancouver which has different seasons you definitely need to have functional and versatile gear that serves a purpose.
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: Thomas Dartigues
Profession: Artist
Location: Paris, France
Article: Condor Jacket - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Bruise
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
I draw every day and pay a lot of attention on details in my work. The same attention goes to the apparels/shoes that I choose to wear. As I commute on a daily basis, a GORE-TEX shell is quite useful and versatile, especially for rainy days. This HAVEN Condor jacket is a perfect combination of function and a great aesthetic to fit my journey.
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: Max Mackee
Profession: Entrepreneur / Lawyer / DJ
Location: Tokyo, Japan
Article: Chamber Parka - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Bruise
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Functionality is the base on which to build beauty.
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: Colin Meredith
Profession: Designer
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Article: HAVEN / norda 003 G+ Quarry
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Functionality is pretty crucial in my daily wardrobe. I’ve been running everyday for over two years, so I’m always looking for ways to fit that between other activities and errands. That means that everything I wear needs to either be functional and presentable enough to use for my full day, or lightweight enough that I can carry/pack it down and change between activities.
Name: Jack West
Profession: Stylist
Location: London, United Kingdom
Name: Vince Tran
Profession: Co-Founder & Producer, Kid Studio
Location: Toronto, Ontario
Article: Logan Parka - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Silt
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Often the first thing I think about. It helps me navigate living whether in work or play.
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: Tung Vo
Profession: Design Director
Location: Vancouver, Canada
Article: Chamber Parka - GORE-TEX 3L Nylon Ripstop Iron
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
A key role. Pocket storage, weather readiness and comfort are attributes I look for. It allows me to go about my day with confidence.
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: Nick Lowry
Profession: Brand Consultant
Location: New York City, United States
Article: Bureau Jacket - Loro Piana Storm System® 3L Wool Charcoal
Shop Pants - Loro Piana Storm System® 3L Wool Charcoal
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Functionality is everything. Living in NYC you quickly learn to juggle style and functionality across your wardrobe and interior. Having pieces that are versatile and serve multiple purposes is invaluable in daily life.
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: David Hellqvist
Profession: Art Director / Stylist
Location: London, United Kingdom
Article: Logan Parka - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Black
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Functionality enables me to get on with things without thinking about surrounding factors such as cold and wet weather. Functionality is also the small but important details that make life just that little bit easier, like pockets and zips etc.
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: Jonas Lang
Profession: Content Creator
Location: Innsbruck, Austria
Article: Logan Vest - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Silt
Ascent Zip Neck - Polartec® Alpha® Direct Poly Fleece Fog
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
I always need some pockets to put stuff into or to keep a camera with me. Also I enjoy a good breathable jacket as much as a GORE-TEX cover. Perfect for those cold and snowy days in the alps.
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: Zion One
Profession: Creative
Location: Muskoka, Ontario
Article: Bosky Pants - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 3L Nylon Ripstop Silt
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
I’m oftentimes on road for many hours a day. Being dressed properly what’re fashion meets function is paramount to me. In photography theres a need to be inconspicuous, being on the street means I also want to be stylish. HAVEN is the perfect blend of both.
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: Chen Shih-Hsun
Profession: Engineer
Location: Taichung, Taiwan
Article: Logan Vest - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 2L Nylon Ripstop / PrimaLoft® Silt
Field Cap - Duca Visconti Emerized Cotton Twill Black
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Undoubtedly a great product. It is definitely very practical and easy to match with my other clothes.
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: Paige Roguski
Profession: Design
Location: Kelowna, Canada
Article: Bosky Pants - GORE-TEX INFINIUM™ WINDSTOPPER® 3L Nylon Ripstop Fog
What role does functionality play in your lifestyle?
Striking the right balance between functionality and comfort is essential for me. My wardrobe is all about versatile pieces that let me transition effortlessly from work to outdoor activities, without compromising on either aspect.
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.”