Made in Portugal, this Oversized Bath Sheet stems from a limited edition collaboration between French fashion brand Jacquemus and Copenhagen-based textiles company Tekla. With contrasting brown and blue striped color schemes on 100% organic heavyweight cotton, the towel looks striking while feeling plush, warm and absorbent.
From Black Crows’ limited edition Powder Hunting collection, the Xpore Packable Rain Jacket blends form and function with contemporary styling while celebrating the brand’s passion for powder skiing. Made with Xpore (a high-performance, waterproof, breathable fabric), the jacket features a long tail with a drawstring waist, as well as a hood. With four pockets on the front (two chest and two kangaroo), it also has a cycling-inspired pocket on the back, which the jacket can be packed into. With a sleek silhouette and a functional design, this garment can be worn during a storm and on the patio at après.
Founded by Algy Batten and Caroline Moorhouse, The Art of Ping Pong brand brings extra levity and playfulness to the beloved game. Their “Faces” paddle, one of many vibrant and whimsical designs, features a bright pink and red color combination along with a set of curious eyeballs. Each side of the paddle portrays a different design, which has been screen-printed onto the air-dried natural rubber and attached to the wooden handle. Price is in Pounds.
Adorned with a scribble design by James Paris, this 32-ounce Nalgene water bottle was created as part of Philadelphia store YOWIE’s pop-up with Nordstrom. With a narrow spout, it’s perfect for sipping from while on the move or during a workout class.
Football: Designing the Beautiful Game is a first-of-its-kind book that explores the evolution of soccer and the role design played in creating its international reach. With words by analyst Statman Dave, broadcaster Martin Tyler, architect Jacques Herzog and adidas vice president Sam Handy along with interviews with Justin McGuirk and James Bird, the book spans the style of famous stadiums to team badges, footwear materials and more. Price is in Pounds.
From California’s Museum of Peace & Quiet (a brand dedicated to “a clean state of mind” and a minimalist aesthetic), this green yoga mat is embellished with their logo. An apt message when practicing yoga, pilates or simply stretching, the “Peace & Quiet” copy encourages users to achieve a state of tranquility. The mat is made from rubber (making it easy to wipe clean) and features a treaded underside to keep it secure. It also comes with a handy carry strap.
From foggy mornings to sunny afternoons, these sleek, dual-lens ski goggles from Chimi offer chic visibility throughout the day. Catering to both bright and overcast conditions, the first lens has an anti-fog treatment and includes a magnetic fastening to attach to the second lens which endures in low-light thanks to Carl Zeiss technology. Available in black, cobalt, grey and green, the Ski 02 looks and feels good.
A colorful collaboration between British heritage footwear brand Hunter and prestige clothing and accessories outfitter Rowing Blazers, these limited edition short rain boots feature the latter’s signature Croquet Stripe. Function hasn’t been sacrificed for style, as the natural rubber boots are waterproof and incorporate a rubber outsole with the tenacious Hunter Original tread pattern. Each boot is handcrafted from 28 parts, and incorporates a recycled polyester lining and insole.
With bold cutouts, utilitarian buckles, adjustable straps and a rounded crotch gusset, the Sol Bottom (available from XS to 4XL) is high-cut and high-waisted swimwear made from recycled nylon taken from recovered fishing nets. From empowering bodywear brand Chromat’s collaboration with the artist Tourmaline, named Collective Opulence Celebrating Kindred, the liberating red bottoms are thoughtfully designed for trans femmes, trans mascs, nonbinary people, people who are intersex, women who don’t tuck, men and more.
Safe, functional and adorably designed, the coral-hued Heart Swim Vest for kids features an adjustable safety strap, a front zip and velcro tab for additional security. Its durable neoprene improves buoyancy and warmth. Not only practical, the vest features a polka-dot design and a 3D heart on the back. Available in sizes small, medium and large, this vest is intended for kids aged from one to six.
Spalding’s Arena Renegade In-Ground Basketball Hoop features advanced engineering to improve performance, from an Arena-style 180° breakaway and completely clear tempered glass backboard to Spalding’s signature boom arm and more. Durable and deluxe, the hoop is the closest to thing to recreating an arena experience at home.
Design studio and book publisher Actual Source partnered with NYC-based graphic designer and illustrator Kurt Woerpel to create this bold blue frisbee. Manufactured by Wham-O, the 10.5-inch diameter disc features an illustration of a comic book with eyes, along with Actual Source’s logo in whimsical script and three words in classic lettering.
From NYC-based Natala Natala (a homeware brand that sells beautiful pieces crafted by artisans in Japan and the US) comes a mosquito coil case that makes an otherwise unattractive—but very useful—item much more appealing. Designed by Suzuki Morihisa studio, located in the Iwate Prefecture in Japan’s Tōhoku region, this piece can be hung or laid flat on any surface. Its super-durable textured iron composition lends it an industrial look.
From artist and skateboarder Jeffrey Cheung—who runs There Skateboards, an offshoot of the SF-based collective Unity which represents and supports queer skaters—this “Colors” deck features his signature figurative art. Available in two sizes (8.25 or 8.5 inches), this skateboard has been made and designed with all types of skaters in mind.
From London-based fashion and design brand Eley Kishimoto’s collaboration with UK-based Japanese gardening outfit Niwaki, these arm covers utilize the former’s inspiring, electric “Flash” pattern. Ideal for gardening (or crafting), these covers—made from 16-ounce canvas—act as a protective set of sleeves. To enhance functionality, they incorporate an elasticated top and ribbed cuffs.
A glorious blend of hemp and Merino wool comprise these crew socks from Jungmaven. Both hemp and wool are naturally odor-resistant, making it difficult for bacteria to grow, and are soft and breathable. The construction is also tougher than cotton, making them ideal for all kinds of outdoor activities. Available in 14 different colors, there’s a hue for all kinds of looks—whether in the country or the city.
