From Intoart, a Peckham-based collective of artists and designers with learning disabilities, this sleep mask was created by Andre Williams. The soft velvet fabric features vibrant orange and pink letters spelling out “Danger!” (perhaps a warning not to wake the snoozer). With a satin headband, this playful accessory measures 20 by 10cm. Price is in Pounds.
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A 71-person group book celebrating Pomegranate Press—a Richmond, Virginia-based independent publishing house for contemporary photography, writing and more—Nothing Left but Healing features a plethora of different pieces across its 150 pages. Within the smyth-sewn book are alluring portraits, microphotography, landscapes and more enchanting works.
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From pink foam buildings to couches that resemble jester hats, off-kilter chairs made of resin and wobbly vases, beloved Italian architect, designer and artist Gaetano Pesce expanded the world of design over his 50-year career to include unexpected materials and political and social commentary. Vibrant and inventive, Out in the World With Gaetano Pesce compiles the 82-year-old pioneer’s iconic and never-before-seen work with an essay and interview by critic Sophie Haigney and new portraits by Duane Michals.
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From Brooklyn-based Sticky Glass, founded and helmed by Grace Whiteside, the Bubble Pitcher #4 is part of the Bubble collection—full of delightfully bulbous objects in retro-leaning colors. Its handblown nature means that hot liquids and microwaves should be avoided, but this glorious vessel is just as attractive whether in use or on display.
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Music supervisor Randall Poster’s labor of love in support of bird conservations efforts by the National Audubon Society, The Birdsong Project is comprised of 242 original music tracks and bird-related poetry recordings by many of the world’s most beloved artists. Available to enjoy on all streaming platforms, the entire compilation has also been assembled into a limited edition, 20-LP box set that comes with Warby Parker “birdoculars.” 100% of the proceeds from sales of the box set—and everything else from The Birdsong Project—will go directly to the Audubon Society.
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For the first time one of America’s most influential artists, Frank Stella, is releasing his new series of 22 sculptural works as NFTs. The collection, entitled Geometries, captures the minimalism and boundlessness between painting and sculpture that characterized Stella’s success, featuring sculptures whose complex shapes are a result of 30 years of exploration in computer-aided drafting, digital fabrication and 3D printing. In line with the artist’s endless pursuit of creativity, each NFT comprises file formats for augmented reality, virtual reality, and 3D printing to allow the holder to embark on their own path of geometrical exploration. Price is in Ethereum.
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Comprised of thousands of small pieces of sustainably sourced maple, walnut and cherry wood, The Board Smith’s Mosaic is a mesmerizing one-of-a-kind, handmade cutting board, crafted with end-grain construction that has a firmer and long-lasting surface that helps to keep knives sharp. Each board is unique, with the option to choose rectilinear or other types of patterning, as well as a groove for holding or catching juice. Meticulous attention to wood grain direction and joinery makes it a joy to use while ensuring it doubles as a beautiful charcuterie board.
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Silky and fresh, SAKE HUNDRED’s flagship drink, Byakko Bespoke (made from 100% Hyogo Yamadanishiki rice) will impress experts and newcomers alike. Very few distilleries polish grains of rice to this level, and the result is crystal-clear junmai daiginjo sake that delights the palate in a refreshingly balanced manner. Now available in the US, it’s more expensive than others in this category, but worthy of special occasions.
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From chickens with QR codes to AI systems that farm pigs, the essay collection Blockchain Chicken Farm explains and interrogates how technology and agriculture intertwine in rural China. On the surface, coder and writer Xiaowei Wang’s fascinating compilation charts how rural locations—contrary to stereotypes—have become sites of rapid technological innovation. More broadly, Wang dissects the ideologies behind tech companies that are shaping the world today, the future of global, sustainable foodways and the necessity for humanity within all these systems.
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An environmental science book by Rachel Carson, Silent Spring was published in 1962 and has captured the attention of audiences ever since. Exploring and explaining the harm that pesticides do to birds, bees and other wildlife, as well as domestic pets and humans, it has been lauded as one of the most influential books of the 20th century. Well-researched, scientific and prophetic, the work has been translated into many languages and was intended to ignite activists to advocate for the planet. This beautiful new 328-page edition features a foreword by Margaret Atwood and an afterword by biologist and environmentalist Edward O. Wilson. Visually, Teagan White provides stunning illustrations alongside photographs from the Documerica archive.
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Housed inside a Wimbledon 2022 championship tennis ball (with US Open and Roland-Garros options, as well), audio company hearO’s third-generation portable speaker features Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity technology (that also allows two hearOs to pair for stereo sound). hearO’s speakers are designed and assembled in London. Further, the brand offsets its CO2 emissions through involvement with ClimatePartner and The European Nature Trust.
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From cinema and fashion to music and fandom communities, there’s an invigorating creative wave coming out of South Korea that’s quickly made an impact within the mainstream. An extensive hardcover book (which accompanies a V&A exhibition), Hallyu!: The Korean Wave explores the intricacies of this culture. Edited by Rosalie Kim, the tome surveys South Korea from the 1950s onward, traversing BTS, Parasite and more. Price is in Pounds.
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Glowing with a precise photosynthetic spectrum that’s beneficial to plants, Soltech Solutions’ Hanging Grow Light supports indoor gardening in areas with lower sunlight. The smaller iteration of this luminous system (which includes a guidebook, the LED bulb, one 15-foot fabric cord, an outlet timer, a three-pack of ceiling hooks, two wall fairleads and one swag hook) is ideal for small- to medium-sized houseplants. (A larger version supports bigger plants.) Remarkably, the LED lasts for 15 years, even if used for an average of 16 hours every day.
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Autochrome photography was the first commercially available form of color photography, pioneered by Auguste and Louis Lumière in the early 1900s. Historic and precious, many of these images are rarely seen today as exposure to light will cause them to fade. The book Colour Mania: Photographing the World in Autochrome, by curator Catlin Langford, offers unprecedented access to these images, presenting the digitized photographs from the Victoria and Albert Museum’s expansive collection while exploring the impact of photographic technology.
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Designed by Andrew O Hughes for design-forward smokeware brand Tetra, the Polytope Ashtray is a functional decorative object, made from rose-citrine dichroic glass that was hand-cast into a rhombus shape. Artful and entrancing, the ashtray shape-shifts through colors as the lighting changes.
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An embroidered lobster and a lemon wedge adorn the Fabric Le Homard Bib from Chez Diane, the design studio created by drag performer Steak Diane. Available in retro-leaning gingham or striped patterns, each bib comprises a double layer of 100% cotton and features a plastic snap closure. This accessory perfectly blends nostalgia with practicality, as well as a touch of kitsch.
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Swirling with color and character, these mini cat figures from ceramicist Eleni Kontos double as ring holders. The series features different cats, each in various poses from kitties stretching and sitting to rolling around. They are sold separately but specific cats can be ordered upon request.
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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.
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LA-based Atelier Saucier is an eco-minded studio that aims to elevate tablescapes while working with sustainable, recycled and repurposed fabrics. The Rainbow Denim Napkins (part of their signature collection) have been crafted with 100% premium reclaimed fabric that’s soft but sturdy, and each boasts a different, contrasting edge that adds a cheerful splash of color. The generously sized napkins measure 17 by 17 inches, and pair well with the Rainbow Chambray coasters.
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Limited to 750 hand-numbered editions, the gorgeous Plants of the Americas is the first facsimile the edition of Selectarum stirpium Americanarum historia (1763) by botanist Nikolaus von Jacquinheld, an epic tome that’s part of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in England. With 264 beautiful and accurate illustrations reproduced from the original, hand-painted ones by Austrian botanical artists the Bauer brothers, it’s quarter-bound in goatskin, features cloth sides and veltique paper pages. This epic tome will thrill science, art and nature lovers.
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From Atelier Editions and The United States Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection comes a hardcover archive of 7,497 botanical watercolor paintings of fruits and nuts that were made by various artists in the late 19th to early 20th century. While offering beautiful, botanically accurate artwork, the collection also anthropologically and horticulturally traces the transformation of American fruit cultivation and consumption.
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Danish design brand HAY partnered with NYC-based chef and designer Laila Gohar on a charming range of dining and decor pieces for the Sobremesa collection. From it, the Sobremesa tablecloth is a linen-cotton blend accessory embroidered with playful shapes including matches, flowers, fruits and more. Measuring 118.11 by 55.11 inches, it’s available in green or white and adds a dash of joy and whimsy to any dinner party.
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To celebrate the 30th anniversary of their iconic 1991 album, The Low End Theory, hip-hop trio A Tribe Called Quest has released a limited edition boxset. The entire album, along with two bonus songs, features across eight brightly colored and boldly patterned seven-inch records. It’s all housed in a fabric-wrapped carrying case. Limited to 2000 units, it’s available for pre-order now, but will ship in April 2023.
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Published by Rizzoli, Fashioning Design: Lee Broom is the first illustrated monograph dedicated to the beloved British designer and his eponymous label. Within, text by London-based lifestyle and design writer Becky Sunshine and exclusive contributions from Vivienne Westwood, Kelly Wearstler and Christian Louboutin accompany images of installations, exhibitions and more than 100 products. It’s a lush tome worthy of the designer and his compelling work.
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Made from a super-soft wool blend of 87% ultra-fine, mulesing-free Australian Merino; 11% cashmere from the Mongolian-Manchurian steppe; and a little elastane, Volleback’s Nomad Gloves are cozy, practical and durable. Available in one size, these five-gauge knit gloves are thermoregulating and insulating, as well as naturally water-repellent, odor-resistant and quick-drying. They are perfect for cold-weather camping and hiking, and chilly days commuting through a city.
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This enchanting, sensorial depiction of Big Sur’s Rain Rock Creek cabin and its surrounding woods, illustrated by British designer Luke Edward Hall, was drawn from a memory of a past holiday. Released by the heritage brand Ginori 1735, it’s been made in Italy from pure porcelain. Measuring 10.62 inches in diameter, the designer plate can be put to use as a platter or showcased as a decorative object.
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