The Stanley Quencher has been all over social media for the past year, and this Bottle Buddy Deluxe Water Bottle Pouch is a perfect companion to any large water bottle. According to Liz Haesler, global chief merchandising officer at PCNA, PPAI 100’s No. 3 supplier, “this surge in popularity has driven the demand for add-on water bottle accessories, leading to the creation of new product categories like pouches and slings that attach to water bottles.” This pouch is designed to keep your hands free and store a ton. It has a gripped back for staying put and double pockets. Also, it’s made with recycled materials and sales include a donation to environmental nonprofits via 1% for the Planet. PCNA / PPAI 113079, Platinum / pcna.com Essentials | In Style Preppy basics still play a big role in the workplace. The Devon & Jones CrownLux Performance Men’s Plaited Tipped Polo is an elevated basic with fashionable details. This polo has contrasting double-tipped detailing on the sleeves and collar, which adds a bit of flair to this tried-and-true style. It’s made of a moisture-wicking performance fabric sure to keep you looking and feeling cool. This polo comes in five classic colors, including burgundy (shown) and French blue. alphabroder / PPAI 156993, Platinum / alphabroder.com The Artisan Shirt Jacket is a workwear-inspired layering piece that can be dressed up or down. Available in an array of seasonal colors, this jacket is windproof and waterresistant and has a chest pocket with a hidden snap that fits a phone perfectly. This piece checks many boxes, including sustainability, as each piece upcycles 19 plastic water bottles. Storm Creek PPAI 438091, Gold stormcreek.com Brookshire is a PPAI Media editorial assistant intern. 16 • OCTOBER 2024 • PPAI
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