Gravel & Gold is a San Francisco-based shop of kitschy wonders that’s serious about knowing (and supporting) the artists behind the wares they stock. Their in-house line G&G Goods is nothing to scoff at either. Bare it all with their hand-printed and -sewn canvas Boob Tote, which adds a little thrill to those routine activities, like the commute to work or venture to the grocery store. Details like an interior pocket and heavy red leather straps make the bag as high quality as it is provocative.
Vij5 reshapes newspaper into a stunning abstract accessory by pressing the black-and-white daily and enclosing it in brass rings. Designed by rENs—Renee Mennen & Stefanie van Keijsteren—each of the soft, stylish pendants is engraved with the date the newspaper was printed and sells in a variety of sizes.
Sex Oil from Toronto-based Province Apothecary doesn’t hide behind any vague adjectives or cute lingo. The name is as clear as the oil’s list of ingredients, blending coconut oil, sunflower seed oil, evening primrose oil, GMO-free vitamin E and more—a blessing for those with sensitive skin. This personal lubricant can also be used a body oil—it dries to a satin finish and doesn’t need to be washed off.
FriendsWithYou’s psychic stones are magical sculptures tailored to the owner’s deepest wishes and desires. Create a customized extra-sensory miracle-worker through a consultation with the artists, who use an experiential process to permeate the stone with personalized spiritual vibes. Stunning works of art, these pieces display a frozen moment of magical mysticism and ward off evil vibes.
“Getting iced” takes on a whole new meaning when one of Okamoto Studio’s divine custom ice sculptures is involved. Flawlessly constructed and beautiful to behold, the temporal quality of this unexpected gift only adds to its physical and conceptual beauty. Crystalline, magical and as effervescent as it is evanescent, while the sculpture itself might melt away, the extreme impact of receiving something so sublimely beautiful will never fade. Delivers within New York’s Tri-State area.
Revitalize your favorite lady with a bottle of Royal Botanicals’ Rose Geranium Bath Soak. This invigorating blend includes Dead Sea salts, Epsom salts and organic essential oils of the “flower of constancy,” housed in a Victorian Era-inspired amber glass bottle.
Vermont’s Bill Glabb and Courtney Apple create Fair Trade triple milled shea butter soaps that literally save lives. With their “buy a bar, give a bar” program, the socially-responsible company makes soap available to children in need, and a portion of the proceeds is used for rainforest conservation projects. Hand in Hand wraps each bar of lavender, orange blossom and white tea soap in eco-friendly packaging and provides a free carbon offset.
New York-based jewelry designer Caroline Ventura makes delicate handmade pieces that fuse feminine and masculine characteristics. Such is the case with this simple 14K gold bracelet with a simple triangle gliding along the chain.
A gift that says it all, the I (Thou) Valentine Ring by One Origin Jewelry is a custom placeholder for tiny, bound love letters, creating both a unique accessory and a lasting message.
Picnic with your favorite person and share a sandwich created by Bay area chef Rebecca Stevens, whose new book features 36 original recipes for savory “sammies” alongside illustrations by Nabil Samadani.
Featuring a USB connection compatible with both a PC or Mac and an outlet for your mp3 player, Crosley’s portable turntable allows you to enjoy music in modern-meets-nostalgic style.
Outlandish Creations’ elegant play on words adds a touch of humor to traditional teatime. This handcrafted ceramic cup and saucer set subtly reveals a cheeky compliment after the first few sips.
Happy Socks only get happier with a bit of love from LA-based artist Curtis Kulig, whose signature “Love Me” script creates a whimsical pattern and subdued display of emotion at your feet.
Shower the tops of your fingers with a little love from NYC-based jewelry designer Jules Kim, whose new Heart Cocktail Rings harmoniously marry elegance with downtown style.
Let your favorite computer nerd know what’s behind all of the digital banter with this illustrated card from Portland’s Darkroom and Dearly, which delivers just the right amount of dorky love.
Keep it hot under the covers with Vice Merchants’ Cowpoke bed sheets. This modern take on toile features sexy scenes sure to inspire a few “Brokeback” moments.
