DittoHouse

Grid Pillow Cover

$180.00

Handwoven in Sacatepéquez, Guatemala from 100% cotton, this DittoHouse grid pillow cover combines contemporary design and traditional craft, with a brocade pattern and bold colors. 50% of the profits from its sale go to the Trama Textiles Almaya Fund, which works directly with Mayan artisans. The initiative aims to secure fair wages for women artisans working at 17 weaving cooperatives across several regions in Guatemala’s Western Highlands and preserves the communities’ traditional textile arts.

 

Added: February 2021

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Teeling Whiskey + La Colombe

Irish Coffee Kit

$40.00

From Teeling Whiskey and La Colombe, this limited edition Irish Coffee cocktail kit includes one 750ml bottle of Teeling Small Batch Irish Whiskey, two nine-ounce La Colombe Vanilla Draft Latte Cans, two whiskey glasses, two metal straws and grated nutmeg with a shaker. Together, the components produce an unconventional cold brew iteration of the cherished classic cocktail, but it’s unsurprisingly delicious.

Added: February 2021

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Areaware + Andy Rementer

Block Party Set

$32.00

Designed by acclaimed artist Andy Rementer, Areaware’s Block Party toy series comprises seven characters (cat, duck, monkey, mouse, tiger and two humans) broken down into several pieces. Stack them anyway you like, or collect the set for mix-and-match options. Each has its own accessory—the monkey comes with a banana, while the woman has a soccer ball. Whether a collectable for an art enthusiast or a toy for a child, they add a little color and personality to any room.

Added: February 2021

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Sammy Harkham + Brain Dead + NTWRK

Los Angeles Times Comic Hoodie

$140.00

Available exclusively on NTWRK, a content-driven shopping platform, comic book editor Sammy Harkham teams up with Brain Dead on a hoodie designed to accompany their collaborative 72-page comic book, a “message in a bottle” meant to “celebrate independent comics, bookstores and artists” in the aftermath of 2020. The comic features work by Geoff McFetridge, Julie Doucet, Charles Burns and others, and a portion of profits from the comic and hoodie will be donated to the Arts for Healing and Justice Network, a non-profit providing arts education to incarcerated youth in LA.

Added: February 2021

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Yueqi Qi

Amber Dragon Candle

$65.00

From Yueqi Qi’s eponymous brand (which is a celebration of Chinese romance and “an ode to Kaiping,” the city in southern China where she spent much of her childhood), this signature scented dragon candle routinely sells out. Combining traditionally Eastern and Western design styles, the unconventional cuboid-shaped candle is engraved on four sides. Scented with white tea, it’s made with vegetable wax.

Added: February 2021

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Jacques

Movement Compression Short

$145.00

Jacques’ Movement compression shorts (available in black, navy or bone) comprise a shell and liner, providing plenty of coverage and support. The four-way stretch fabric proves flexible, and also boasts odor- and temperature-control technology, UV protection, as well as moisture-wicking. Plus, the sophisticated-yet-durable gridded nylon fabric retains its shape even when stretched.

Added: February 2021

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jrp editions

Kara Walker: A Black Hole Is Everything a Star Longs to Be

$65.00

This stunning 600-page monograph, Kara Walker: A Black Hole Is Everything a Star Longs to Be, comprises 700 works on paper by the artist from 1992 to 2020, most of which are being published for the first time as they’ve been in Walker’s private archive. Handwritten notes, typed index cards, sketches and journal entries provide readers with intimate insight on the art. Aptly, Walker provides the foreword. Designed by Gavillet & Cie, the cloth-bound book features essays by the deputy director of the Kunstmuseum Basel, Anita Haldemann; curator and cultural historian, Maurice Berger; and artist and critic, Aria Dean. The book has been published to accompany Walker’s exhibition, also called A Black Hole Is Everything a Star Longs to Be. 

Added: February 2021

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Steven Alan

Cobblecord Double Pocket Alpine Shirt Jacket

$275.00

Constructed in NYC from dead stock vintage 100% cotton, Steven Alan’s Double Pocket Alpine Shirt Jacket fits and feels like a well-loved thrift find, but looks like a high-end garment. Purposefully oversized to accommodate a T-shirt (or even a heavier sweater) underneath, the emerald-hued jacket also features plenty of rich textural elements. Cobblecord is a delightful gridded version of corduroy we were unfamiliar with before wearing this jacket. Matching pants in a lounge-y cut are also available.

Added: February 2021

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Tony’s Chocolonely

Dark Chocolate Pretzel + Toffee Bar

$6.00

Launched in 2005, Tony’s Chocolonely was founded when Dutch journalist Teun van de Keuken was investigating the cocoa industry and found most grocery store chocolate was made from ingredients harvested by enslaved people. Working directly with farmers at seven cocoa cooperatives in Ghana and Ivory Coast, Tony’s Chocolonely makes fair trade treats that taste extra delicious. Our pick is the Dark Chocolate Pretzel and Toffee Bar which contains crunchy sweet and savory chunks. 

Added: February 2021

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Four Eyes Ceramics

Ceramic Chime Kit

$65.00

While they come with loose instructions, there’s no right or wrong way to assemble Four Eyes Ceramics’ chime kits. Available in six color combinations, each kit comes with 18 ceramic pieces and 36 inches of string with a loop and bead at the top for easy hanging. If you want your chime to make noise, make sure some pieces are tied closely enough together to touch, but if not, space them out more. Other than that, there are no rules, but they do suggest bringing chimes indoors during wild weather.

Added: February 2021

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Ghetto Gastro

“Bronx Baldwin” Long-Sleeve T-Shirt

$87.00

Ghetto Gastro’s “Bronx Baldwin” long-sleeve T-shirt, featuring a portrait of James Baldwin, is part of a collection that honors some of the legends educated at the Bronx’s DeWitt Clinton High School. Initially released last year, the shirt—which was designed by New Studio—has been made for all genders and comes in size small to XXL.

Added: February 2021

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Your Super

Magic Mushroom Mix

$35.00

Your Super’s rich magic mushroom powder comprises six ingredients: cacao, chaga, ashwagandha, reishi, lucuma and cinnamon. Every component was sourced directly by the brand, through select purveyors in Peru, China and India. Together, they work to support and strengthen your immune system, and assist with stress management—whether you mix the powder into warm milk or water or add it to a smoothie. Inside each order there are 30 servings (one tablespoon each) and the mix is certified organic, non-GMO, plant-based and gluten-free.

Added: February 2021

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EDAS

Hattie Necklace

$140.00

Each piece of jewelry from EDAS—Philadelphia-born, Brooklyn-based Sade Mims’ accessories label—is carefully made by hand. The Hattie necklace, crafted from gold-plated brass, can be worn alone as a statement piece or layered along with others. It’s available on a 16-inch or 18-inch chain. Mims also makes gorgeous beaded bags and hats in her Bed-Stuy studio, but they routinely sell out, so keep an eye out.

Added: February 2021

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Hermanos Koumori

World Champion’s Jacket

$180.00

CDMX-based menswear label Hermanos Koumori references Mexican modernism, esotericism and, surprisingly, the sport of running in each of their collections. Their newest line, fittingly called Ancient Runners, features graphic T-shirts adorned with exercise instructions and ancient riddles, pants in unique silhouettes and a coat they refer to as the “World Champion’s Jacket.” Cut from 100% cotton raw denim and constructed in CDMX, every jacket comes adorned with Koumori’s signature flower silkscreen pattern in a rich, worn black hue. Yellowed acetate buttons contrast the black-and-white garment, which comes pre-washed.

Added: February 2021

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John Derian

Mushrooms Scarf

$250.00

Measuring 35 by 35 inches (and available in cotton or silk), John Derian’s mushrooms scarves feature more than two dozen illustrations of fungi—all in the East Village, NYC-based designer and decoupage artist’s signature style. The scarves were produced in collaboration with Tokyo-based brand Arts & Science and made in Japan.

Added: February 2021

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Judy Turner

Taylor Hand Crochet Board Shorts

$1,295.00

Whether you’re sitting around the house in a snowstorm or walking down the beach in a light breeze, these colorful board shorts, hand-crocheted in Brooklyn, will set a playful mood. They’re made using 87% merino wool and 13% polyester, with both types of yarn made in Italy. Artwork by Gordon Flores is hand-embroidered over the knit, creating multiple layers of color, pattern and texture to admire.

Added: February 2021

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Summerland

The Land Yacht

$275.00

Handcrafted from lead-free ceramic materials and coated in a food-safe glaze, Summerland’s The Land Yacht features two chambers for holding more smoke. But the bigger dimensions don’t make this bong bulky, rather it boasts a sculptural appeal. The bold blue hue sharpens its lines and highlights the carefully crafted silicone grommet’s attachment point. Just under 13 inches tall and seven inches wide, each Land Yacht will be the same size, but other variations may occur due to the handmade nature of each piece.

Added: February 2021

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Penguin Random House

Black Futures

$40.00

By Jenna Wortham and Kimberly Drew, the glorious and dynamic book Black Futures features essays, artwork, photos, poetry, dialogues, recipes, infographics and even tweets and memes to illustrate the expansive and ever-evolving realm of Black creativity and culture. Visually vibrant, mentally stimulating and entirely inspiring, the book entrances and inspires—but also makes a call for equality, inclusion and celebration of Black joy and imagination.

Added: February 2021

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RainerShine

Subscription Art Kits

$29.00

Based on works by well-known artists like Ugo Rondinone and Sheila Hicks, every RainerShine’s subscription art kit includes the materials and instructions needed for kids to embark upon two artistic adventures. Kits are available as a monthly subscription, at one of two skill level options (ages three to six, or seven and 12). Subscriptions start at $29 per month (with a six-month commitment). Each kit also features a profile of the artist who inspired it.

Added: January 2021

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Holden Outerwear

Shearling Crew Sweater

$275.00

For an added layer of warmth (that also offers moisture-wicking), Holden Outerwear’s shearling crew sweater supports body temperature through
PolarTec’s synthetic shearling. The cut is akin to a classic crewneck, but the waist cinches with a drawcord and the cuffs feature an elasticated quick-dry poly. It’s comfy and reliable for active use in winter weather.

Added: January 2021

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Universal Music Group

The Roots “Do You Want More?!!!??!” Deluxe Edition

$65.00

To celebrate the 26th anniversary of their brilliant Do You Want More?!!!??! album, The Roots will release an expanded vinyl reissue. Officially out on 12 March via Universal Music Group’s Urban Legends imprint, the deluxe edition comprises three LPs—two remastered from the original tapes, and the third composed of bonus tracks selected by Questlove. There’s also a booklet with photos, liner notes, and essays by Black Thought and Questlove. The record’s appeal remains, thanks to the band’s flawless approach to hip-hop—blending jazz, boom bap, beatbox and beyond.

Added: January 2021

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Optimist Botanicals

Smokey Non-Alcoholic Spirit

$35.00

Beverage brand Optimist Botanicals specializes in distilled, non-alcoholic spirits. Their Smokey iteration—available now in 500ml bottles—employs clove, ginger, sage, bergamot, cinnamon leaf, habanero and angelica root to replicate the experience of sipping an ultra-smooth, subtle mezcal. A suggested serving entails mixing one part Smokey and two parts sparkling (tonic or club). We found, though, that mixing equal parts proves even more pleasant on the palate.

Added: January 2021

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Assouline

Jaeger-LeCoultre: Reverso Book

$195.00

Coinciding with this year’s 90th anniversary of the iconic Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, Assouline’s 200-page hardcover tome celebrates the wristwatch’s origins, distinct design development, global reception and cultural influence. Author and historian Nicholas Foulkes penned the text, which accompanies 150 images—both archival and original—that highlight more than 50 Reverso calibers (with several hundred dial variations, too). Fans of the timepiece, and horology, will delight.

Added: January 2021

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ORIGAMI

Origami Dripper M

$32.00

The ceramic Origami Dripper M features 20 ribs to maximize airflow and increase flavor in pour over coffee. Made from porcelain, the dripper boasts high thermal conductivity, which makes it ideal for maintaining high temperatures as steam separates from hot water. The shape of the structure also slows water absorption into the ground beans. The Origami Dripper M is also dishwasher and microwave safe and available in array of colors.

Added: January 2021

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Hardie Grant

Resident Dog (Volume Two): Incredible Homes and the Dogs Who Live There

$33.00

Photographer Nicole England’s Resident Dog (Volume Two): Incredible Homes and the Dogs Who Live There continues her endeavor to photograph stunning houses and the pooches who live within. Born the moment England recognized that her favorite architecture shoots involved dogs, the project—first on Instagram and then as a hardcover book—juxtaposes striking design with playful pups in ways that will please fans of both. Accompanied by interviews with home owners and architects (penned by former COOL HUNTING editor Karen Day), the photographs feature homes from London to CDMX, Sag Harbor and Sydney.

Added: January 2021

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Cowgirl

Tie-Dye Proof T-Shirt

$30.00

Cowgirl’s Tie-Dye Proof T-Shirt playfully pokes fun at the tie-dye craze by implying their simple, black-hued top is impossible to alter. “Tie-Dye Proof Product Technology,” the white screenprint on the chest reads. Whether for yourself or a friend whose tie-dye habit has gone too far, this 100% cotton staple makes a statement.

Added: January 2021

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