The Inaugural CH25: Celebrating the Next Generation of Innovators

Open call for nominations on now

As enthusiasts of creativity and innovation in all their forms, Cool Hunting has long been supporters (and fans) of individuals who are inventing the future. Today, we are very proud to announce the inaugural Cool Hunting 25 (CH25), presented in partnership with Cadillac. The CH25 program was created to celebrate the next generation of innovators—whether in the realm of Design, Technology, Style, Culture or Food …

Upgraded Tote Bags

More than simple canvas, options of the classic shape that go above and beyond for work and play

The definition of a tote bag is loose—simply an open bag for carrying items—but is most often seen in canvas form. For a while, however, designers have taken up the challenge to making the essential accessory equally stylish and functional. Here we have selected five options that take the simple canvas bag to the next level. Makr This weekender-appropriate folded tote bag from Makr studio …

ListenUp

Farewell to B.B. King, J*Davey's new album and Jessie Ware's beautiful cover of a pop hit in this week's music

B.B. King: Guess Who (Live at Sing Sing Prison 1972) The legendary B.B. King passed away yesterday and his heart-rending blues will be truly missed. Regarded as one of the world’s most significant guitarists, King leaves a career that spanned decades: beginning to record professionally in 1949 at 24 years old and continuing to tour extensively in his 70s. On Thanksgiving in 1972, King visited …