Moleskine Luggage Tags

Claim your travel bag with a novel approach by the makers of the ubiquitous black notebook

The new year typically conjures grand schemes for traversing new terrain, and whether you’re packing for a weekend of backcountry boarding or finally taking that long-awaited trip around the world, keeping track of your belongings is the key to any successful journey. A great alternative to the feeble tag they offer at check-in is Moleskine’s set of sturdy luggage tags. Devised by Italian industrial designer …

Toby’s Estate Williamsburg

Intense coffee knowledge in a casual environment at a new cafe in Brooklyn

The Third Wave Coffee movement is all about taking the bean and beverage to new levels of consideration, placing huge importance on sourcing, roasting and then brewing. As we could see on a tour of their soon-to-open Brooklyn location, Australian outfit Toby’s Estate Coffee seems to be fully on board, but founder Toby Smith is serious about keeping pure enjoyment at the forefront. Smith’s laid-back …

Paris versus New York: A Tally of Two Cities

A Parisian graphic designer draws funny and insightful parallels between two beloved cities

After spending a fair amount of time in the culture capital of NYC, Parisian graphic designer Vahram Muratyan returned home and created “Paris versus New York“—an online series of charming illustrations comparing the respective nuances of the two bustling—and beloved—metropolises. Whether pitting Amélie against Carrie Bradshaw or pointing out the differences in urban ventilation systems, Muratyan’s sharp wit and straightforward style lead to correlations that …