Brightland + Slow Factory

ALIVE + ARDOR Olive Oil Special Duo

$80.00

Available in a limited quantity, the collaboration from Brightland and Slow Factory—called A Special Duo—sees 100% of the proceeds donated to The Slow Factory Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization that fosters community and increases education at the crux of culture and our climate. The set includes Brightland’s ALIVE olive oil and ARDOR chili olive oil, both of which are drawn from heirloom olives at a certified organic mill. For ARDOR, the brand blends red chili peppers, jalapeno peppers, chipotle peppers and paprika into the already tasty oil. The glass bottles (with designs adorned via environmentally friendly, UV-energy cured, 100% organic water-based inks) hold 375 milliliters each. All packaging is plastic-free and recyclable.

Added: October 2020

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Rizzoli

Eat Plants, Be Happy: 130 Simple Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes

$28.00

Published by Smith Street Books and penned by Caroline Griffiths and Vicki Valsamis, Eat Plants, Be Happy: 130 Simple Vegan and Vegetarian Recipes outlines delicious plant-based dishes with vegetables as their centerpiece. The authors also demonstrate the value of eating plant-based meals—for the human body and the planet, too. Available for pre-order now, the cookbook releases 13 April next year.

Added: October 2020

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Joya Studio

A24 Horror Candle

$48.00

To evoke the sensations of film’s most frightening genre—through scent—independent entertainment company A24 (beloved for releases like The Witch, Midsommar and Hereditary) collaborated with Brooklyn-based fragrance studio Joya on a “Horror” candle. This soy-wax blend candle exudes leathery notes for its more than 50-hour burn time. They went quickly after we wrote about them in 2018, but the collaboration returns Monday 12 October at noon EST.

Added: October 2020

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MUCH MORE

“Protect Black Women” Shirt

$60.00

Founded by Rick Dove, apparel brand MUCH MORE exemplifies the fashion industry veteran’s creativity and beliefs. The brand’s “Protect Black Women” shirt emphasizes one of those beliefs. With 100% of the proceeds given to small businesses owned by Black women, the screen-printed shirt (available in size small to XXL) is made in the USA.

Added: October 2020

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Jenga + Bureo

Jenga Ocean

$50.00

The pieces in Jenga’s new Ocean set are made from 100% recycled fishing nets. Using 25 square feet of nets procured through partner Bureo, the brand crafted black-hued pieces adorned with images of ocean animals—from sharks to sardines. The hand-drawn art on each piece, as well as on the exterior packaging (which is also made from 100% recycled materials), was done by artist and surfer Lake Buckley. Further, a “Save the Animals” set of rules slipped inside each set offers real-life advice for limiting your impact on sea-dwelling creatures.

Added: October 2020

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Bowery Ballroom

Bowery Ballroom Dad Hat

$25.00

This six-panel, embroidered “dad hat” doesn’t just shout out one of NYC’s most iconic music venues, the Bowery Ballroom, sales from it directly benefit the concert hall—which has been shuttered for months due to COVID-19. It’s composed of 100% pigment-dyed cotton twill (also available in olive green) and one size fits most.

Added: October 2020

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Tanner Goods

Tangerine Record Rack

$90.00

Tanner Goods’ pragmatically named Record Rack holds 40 12-inch records within its tangerine-colored stainless steel structure. This stand angles each record backward slightly so there’s enough room for users to flip through their collection easily. Plus, the rack’s outward wings make for easy carrying. The nifty, minimal storage solution comes coated in a chip-resistant semi-gloss powder coat finish and makes your record collection the visual focus.

Added: October 2020

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Handpoke Tattoo Co

Handpoke Tattoo Kit

$49.00

The eponymous tattooing kit from Handpoke Tattoo Co (HTC) comes with all of the essentials for one hand-poke session (aka one to three tattoos on one person): a 3D-printed needle grip, step-by-step instructions illustrated by HTC’s founding team, sterilization tools, three needles (bold, medium and fine), a sheet of custom flash tattoos and a tray to store these items on. Tested and tweaked by a team of tattoo artists and designers, this kit aims to cover all the bases—making it manageable for beginners and a welcome toy for tattoo experts.

Added: October 2020

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Puffco

The Peak Pro Vaporizer

$400.00

Puffco’s products elevate dabbing through sleek design and sophisticated engineering. Their latest device, the Peak Pro, takes all the learning from their award-winning Peak and improves on it significantly to elevate extract consumption even further. Cleaner design, a more ergonomic feel, controllable even heat in the ceramic bowl and wireless charging all result in an incredible experience.

Added: October 2020

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Hasbro

Monopoly: The Met Edition

$50.00

Imagined in collaboration with NYC’s momentous Metropolitan Museum of Art, Monopoly: The Med Edition incorporates attributes from 5,000 years of art history. This variation on the classic board game weaves in components from The Met’s 17 curatorial departments and allows users to develop and expand their own mini museums with the addition of galleries and wings. This edition’s booklet doesn’t just contain the rules, it also informs users about the art found throughout the game, including on the distinct currency.

Added: October 2020

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Patagonia

R4 Yulex Front-Zip Hooded Full Suit

$549.00

Patagonia’s R4 wetsuit (available for all genders) is constructed from Fair Trade Certified Yulex natural rubber and synthetic rubber, a first-ever for the category. The formfitting garment protects against exposure to cold water—specifically, 38 to 48 degrees Fahrenheit—and increases circulation through compression. The suit now boasts increased stretchability, with recycled liners employed throughout to improve flexibility. The new front zipper and a redesigned hood also make getting in and out easier and faster. Available in size four through 12 in traditional women’s sizes and small to XL in men’s.

Added: October 2020

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Magic Hour

Small Ceramic Tripod

$16.00

Run by mother-daughter duo Molly and Mary Ann Mathias, Magic Hour offers an assortment of sweet, handmade ceramic tripods. When ordering, you can view the suite of selections on the product page but the one you’ll get remains a surprise unless specifically requested otherwise. The two-by-two-inch pieces range in color, pattern and texture, but all perform the same function: storage for something like salt in the kitchen or delicate jewelry in the bedroom.

Added: October 2020

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Sackville & Co

Gilded Grinder

$80.00

This three-tiered tool from Sackville & Co allows users to grind more dried herbs than typical grinders. Though ideal for cannabis flower, the rose gold Gilded Grinder also conquers dried blends—achieved simply by placing a bouquet in the top chamber. Super-sharp teeth ensure an even grind, and a magnetic closure guarantees no herbs escape.

Added: October 2020

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The Brrrn

Brrrn Board

$229.00

NYC-based fitness studio The Brrrn focuses on slide board workouts in colder settings. Their in-person slide classes, for example, happen in 50-degree gym spaces. For those who want to do the same workout at home, classes and accessories are available through The Brrrn’s At-Home Subscription, a monthly plan that provides members with access to classes whenever they’d like. All of the classes use the studio’s eponymous Brrrn Board, a five-foot-long surface flanked by two wooden bumpers. From skating-type stance, you slide back and forth, following the instructor’s guidance for knee bend, hand placement and pace. Seasoned sliders can opt for fast-paced classes, longer sessions or workouts that reinvent the way you use the board. Each board weighs 28 pounds and comes with booties and wipes.

Added: October 2020

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Stündenglass

Gravity Hookah

$500.00

A striking object and guaranteed conversation piece, the Stündenglass Gravity Hookah is a pure and hearty tool for consuming cannabis and can be used for so much more. One side of the device is filled with water; when rotated, that liquid’s movement to the other side creates a vacuum that pulls in smoke or vapor from whatever is in the bowl. A second turn then pushes that smoke out the hose for touch-less consumption. Beyond cannabis, this hourglass can be used to extract smoke from many things and is particularly intriguing for adding new flavors to cocktails or food.

Added: October 2020

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Hardie Grant

Vegan With Bite Cookbook

$23.00

From Australian chef, restaurant-owner and plant-based poster girl Shannon Martinez comes Vegan With Bite, her third cookbook. With approachable recipes for tasty dishes and grocery shopping tips, the book also provides information about products that are believed to be vegan but aren’t—including some surprising ingredients like bread crumbs. Featuring recipes like soufflé pancakes, shakshuka with coriander dumplings, mapo tofu, congee and much more, Vegan With Bite offers plenty for longtime vegans, newcomers and carnivores looking to reduce their meat and dairy consumption.

Added: October 2020

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Cann

Grapefruit Rosemary Social Tonic

$24.00

Cann’s cannabis-infused “social” tonics offer a gentle buzz from a 2:1 CBD to THC ratio. Even if one were to drink the entire six-pack, just 12 milligrams would be consumed—a relatively standard dose for edibles. Our favorite iteration, the smooth and citrusy Grapefruit Rosemary flavor, goes down with a slight viscosity and pleasant carbonation. Of course, that’s all without the residual impact of alcoholic drinks.

Added: October 2020

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Onewheel

Onewheel Pint

$950.00

With a top speed of 16mph, mobility company Onewheel’s new Pint model proves powerful but less cumbersome than earlier editions. While users stand on this iteration, the same as previous models, both the wheel and the platform are considerably smaller. The Pint promises six to eight miles of range over even terrain—sidewalks, paved streets, and blacktop. Every order comes with the Pint home charger and an attachable Maghandle.

Added: October 2020

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Halsey & Lewis

“Don’t Look For Love, Look For Records” Tote

$22.00

Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn’s Halsey & Lewis is first and foremost a record store, carrying all types of music, but with a focus on funk and soul. Also a corner store-style purveyor, they offer everything from candles to face masks and skincare products. Their “Don’t Look For Love, Look For Records” (also available as “Don’t Look For Love, Look For Books”) tote perfectly suits introverts, and is the ideal size to carry 12-inch vinyl.

Added: October 2020

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St Martin's

Remain in Love

$21.00

While David Byrne may be a better-known name, it was drummer Chris Frantz who convinced fellow RISD classmates Byrne and Tina Weymouth to move to NYC and start Talking Heads. In Frantz’s Remain in Love: Talking Heads, Tom Tom Club, Tina, he tells his version of Talking Heads tales—including the epic 1977 tour with the Ramones and how Byrne “sneaked out of Talking Heads” in the early ’90s—as well as stories surrounding Tom Tom Club, the spin-off band he founded with Weymouth. While never diving too deep into nuance, the book paints an intriguing picture filled with unheard anecdotes and plenty of art-school charm.

Added: October 2020

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Big Bud Press

Artist Togs Apron

$72.00

Available in 11 different colorways, these 100% cotton denim aprons from Big Bud Press are designed, sewn and dyed in Los Angeles. The inclusion of 42-inch straps and an adjustable neck strap allow each to fit people of all sizes. With big pockets for paintbrushes, markers, tools or even cooking utensils, the utilitarian design promises to be both practical and durable.

Added: October 2020

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Desmond & Dempsey

Circe Lion Pajamas

$158.00

Crafted from 100% organic cotton, Desmond & Dempsey’s lightweight pajamas boast bold designs in opulent tones but maintain a classic silhouette. The Circe Lion print features pink lions over rich green with piped lapels and cuffs, making them more sophisticated than most humble pajamas. Made for all genders (with options for pants or shorts) and also available for kids, they arrive in lavish packaging—making them ideal for gifting.

Added: October 2020

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Black Queer Magic

Crystal Bracelets

$30.00

From self-taught jeweler and social worker Vanessa Miller, the brand Black Queer Magic’s powerful pieces embrace the natural beauty of stones and precious metal—evidenced by these hand-strung crystal bracelets, each featuring brass accents. Miller donates a portion of their sales directly to Black LGBTQ people in the healing and creative communities. They also take custom jewelry orders.

Added: October 2020

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SoundCloud + GRVTY

SC-X700 Long-Sleeve Shirt

$60.00

Music streaming platform SoundCloud partnered with clothing brand and design team GRVTY (aka Orlando Urbina and Marshall Tan) for a collaborative apparel collection called Pure & Wondrous Sounds. With nods to SoundCloud’s color scheme and a handful of GRVTY’s musical and visual influences, the collection drops today. The “SC-X700” long-sleeve shirt salutes Tom Wong and Coxsone Dodd, two influential figures in the Jamaican sound system circuit and the development of ska and reggae throughout the ’50s and ’60s. Specifically, Urbina and Tan call out Wong’s history as a hardware store-owner, which led him to build out his own systems with equipment from his shop. They say their shirt is an homage to “all those who built physical structures that brought sound to the streets and to the people.”

Added: October 2020

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CROSSROPE

Jump Rope Set

$99.00

Any fitness enthusiast—especially those with a fondness for boxing—will confirm the impact and efficiency of jumping rope. Easy and inexpensive, this activity also eschews the need for bulky gear. CROSSROPE’s Get Lean Jump Rope Set (2020) includes the brand’s newest handles, .25-pound and .5-pound ropes (which are offered in multiple lengths and are easily swapped), a carrying pouch and access to the free version of the workout app—everything you need to jump with confidence.

Added: October 2020

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Deckers Lab

X-SCAPE NBK Low

$160.00

Awarded the American Podiatric Medical Association Seal of Acceptance for comfortability and performance, the X-SCAPE NBK Low by Deckers Lab are a sneaker, slipper and performance shoe hybrid. On the exterior, an EcoTan nubuck leather upper flows into an ultra-soft Xponent HD midsole. Inside, a high-rise heel stabilizes the foot, while a Looped Wool liner offers thermoregulation and sweat-wicking. The X-SCAPE NBK Low model is available in an array of colors, but our favorite remains the classic black-and-white combination, which proves viable for everyday or exercise wear.

Added: October 2020

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