Sculpted in Jonathan Adler’s Soho studio, these hand-shaped serving utensils are then cast in solid brass and finished with a food-safe lacquer. Little sculptures in their own right, these table tools serve up a bit of surrealism as they sparkle. In the most literal sense, these are hands ready to serve—but they should avoid acidic foods and be washed by hand.
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Masters of the unusual, Hendrick’s Gin has released a handmade cocktail garnisher. The metal piece slices two cucumbers simultaneously into the ideal 1/8 wheel—all with the turn of a crank. While far from being a necessary home bar accessory, the item demonstrates a need to think outside of the box when crafting a cocktail and it mirrors the world’s largest cocktail garnisher which (Hendrick’s invented) is driving around the country at present. This is for the true cocktail enthusiast.
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A new work from Phaidon—written by Albert Hill and Matt Gibberd, founding directors of The Modern House—celebrates and reappraises the value of modernist architecture and its place in global architectural movements. The stunning hardcover pairs text from resonant, related figures with black-and-white photographs of prime examples of the style. More than a guide, this book demonstrates why modernism remains relevant to us today—both as makers and observers.
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MYKITA’s new Siru sunglasses are ultra-modern and embody the brand’s focus on technology and craftsmanship. Impeccably crafted from lightweight stainless steel, they’re comfortable, despite their fierce design. Of course offering 100% protection against UVA/UVB rays, the lenses also have an anti-reflective coating. Available in five subtle colorways, these shades certainly make a bold statement.
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Tokyo-based brand Anrealage’s floral Darth Vader keyring gives the iconic villain a softer look, thanks to a smattering of tiny wildflowers. The resin accessory is a must-have for any Star Wars fan seeking something outside the ordinary. There’s also a white Storm Trooper version too.
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Since their launch in 2010, Ressence—designer Benoît Mintiens’s groundbreaking watch brand—has continued to release pieces that defy the ordinary, employing a unique disc-based mechanical system and a minimal, geometric aesthetic to match. In 2015, men’s style destination Mr Porter began to stock the brand and now the two have united for a limited edition collaborative collection, in two styles. Our personal favorite, the Type 1 MRP in grade-five titanium features a night-blue metallic dial. A 42mm case holds the brand’s proprietary ROCS 1 module, which powers the timepiece. Only 12 of these watches will be produced.
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Drawing upon the geometric “Swiss Style” which originated in Russia, Germany and the Netherlands in the ’20s but became popularized by Swiss designers in the ’50s, jewelry design firm Rabbitneck created their Lustig ring. In contrasting blue and neon green acrylic, the statement-making (and stackable) piece was hand-assembled. All of the work—from construction to sanding and polishing—takes place in Rabbitneck’s Red Hook, Brooklyn studio.
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With photography by Nicholas Alan Cope and an essay by professor and Dean Emeritus at the Columbia Graduate School of Architecture, Planning, and Preservation Mark Wigley, this limited edition concertina-fold portfolio offers rare insight into the Met’s Rei Kawakubo/Comme des Garçons exhibition, “Art of the In-Between.” This exhibition album features 21 images, of the objects installed and of the architectural wonders of the gallery space itself—designed by exhibition curator Andrew Bolton and Kawakubo.
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Cut from a single wood board, this sweet three-legged side table is reminiscent of a pooch’s figure—hence, of course, the name. Also functional as a stool, the table’s available in three sizes and six different colorways. It’s a sustainable piece of furniture that adds a little whimsy without becoming gimmicky—and it’s certainly requires less upkeep than a furry friend.
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Beyond its uncommon shape (a signature of the Fiona Krüger brand), the Vanitas wall clock truly impresses with its vivid interior color profile. The result of a collaboration between namesake watchmaker Fiona Krüger and historic manufacturer L’Epée 1839, the Vanitas is an engineering feat with a movement that matches the case (with an escapement appearing as the third eye). As time passes—with the piece offering more than 35 days running time before needing to be wound—the mouth changes and the lips part. This iteration (there’s also an all-black version) is limited to 50 pieces.
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According to various studies, Americans alone use some 500 million straws every day, and almost every single plastic straw ever made (regardless of whether it’s been recycled) still exists in some way on this planet. One little, and very easy, step we can all take to lessen the waste, pollution and eight million tons of plastic trash that ends up in our oceans is adopting reusable straws. This set of four stainless steel straws (two curved, two straight) are BPA-, phthalate-, lead and toxin-free, and will never rust. They even come with a little brush to make cleaning them extra simple.
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With all kinds of excellent PSAs, Word for Word’s Social Alert buttons let everybody know what’s up. Each costs between $2 and $4, are colorful and simple—stating everything from “Queer” to “Homo” to “Lezbrarian.” (There are also plenty of non-LGBTQ+-related buttons worth looking at.) They’re hand-pressed 1.25″ pin back buttons and let everybody know which team you’re on—as well as being a badge of honor.
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The latest Apple MacBooks and MacBook Pros removed several ports and adapters in favor of simple USB-C ports. Much to the chagrin of many users, this meant a need for many new dongles and adapters. Now finally available, this single device allows for charging and file transfers at 40Gbps through a USB-C PD port and includes 1 additional USB-C port, 2 USB 3.0 ports, a 4k HDMI port and SD/Micro card readers. Available in space gray or silver, it’s designed to match both MacBooks’ coloration and style.
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Many of us associate energy with adequate sleeping hours and what we put inside our bodies, but REN’s Atlantic Kelp And Magnesium Body Cream helps fight fatigue from the outside. The magnesium PCA and plankton extract helps to boost the cell renewal cycle, while various essential oils (including rosemary leaf oil, sunflower seed oil and more) work to reinvigorate and wake up the senses. Of course the lotion is ultimately hydrating too—thanks to Atlantic kelp extract—and leaves your skin feeling smooth and firm.
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Featuring an LCD screen in lieu of a traditional viewfinder, Fujifilm’s hybrid Instax Square SQ10 offers instant prints, along with the control and quality of a digital camera. In addition to a digital image sensor, that functions quite well in low light, there are a series of functions affixed to three buttons: 10 different filters, brightness adjustment and vignette control.
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Featuring some of our favorite oils from Saje, the Pocket Farmacy is a new travel essential for us at CH. The light, easily packable set includes Peppermint Halo (for headaches), Gutzy (for stomach pain) and more, so that many ailments and stresses potentially brought on by travel are looked after. Each vial contains 0.2 fl, so it’s airplane-safe too.
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Almost too pretty to use (though entirely functional by design), this storage container was made in collaboration by Melbourne studio-meets-store Third Drawer Down and Tom Dixon. Crafted from blue glass and white marble, it can be used to house almost anything—and doubles as a gorgeous display case too. And at 8.5cm by 17cm by 22cm, it’s ideal for a desk or countertop.
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Made from heavyweight 100% cotton canvas, this PAM (Perks and Mini) tote is printed on each side—with “UTOP/A” on one, and a black screen-print of a surreal scene (complete with a pyramid and an eyeball) on the other. There’s a large pocket inside with a chunky zipper, and it’s available in three different colorways. Perfect for a beach adventure or weekend away. Price is in Euros.
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Based in Nakameguro, Tokyo, Have a Good Time is a small design crew with big and bold style. With a very simple, optimistic message this patterned umbrella invokes the brand name and features “Have a good time” printed repeatedly, but looks abstract from further away. Made from 100% polyester, it has a wooden handle and a velcro strap for when it’s not in use.
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In the same way they brought a thoughtful refresh to the barbershop concept, the folks at Rudy’s have done the same for hair products. Of their three pomades (which include a Clay and Matte option), we’ve been taken with the Shine finish. The medium hold provides enough support but the gentle formula washes out easily. This made-in-the-USA grooming item also handles all hair types and lends a natural texture.
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Written collaboratively by Silvia Anna Barril, Nicole Bsing, Heiko Klaas, and Christiane Meixner, The Fourth BMW Art Guide by Independent Collectors features 256 private collections of contemporary art that the public can actually view. With collections all over the world, in 43 countries from Lebanon to Japan and Ukraine, the book boasts an array of impressive, diverse artworks. Featuring foundations and individuals, tastes and interests vary in a most fascinating way. Take a browse out of curiosity or use it to plan an indie art trip.
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The award-winning game system Osmo changes the way kids interact and learn while using an iPad. Making it less about swiping and more about hand-on play, the Explorer Kit includes different programs—some of which center on numbers, math, business, problem-solving, science and more. Our favorite is Coding Jam, the musical program that includes blocks which can be arranged in patterns and sequences to create songs.
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Upon first glance, Discommon’s new Lowball 2: The Pinch already looks like a drastically different snifter. For starters, it’s made from aerospace-grade aluminum which is then machined to create a striking texture, and not just for aesthetic reasons; it also helps with grip. But look a little closer and you’ll see the inside of the snifter is shaped like an hourglass in order to make your whiskey taste its best. An ideal bar addition for serious enthusiasts.
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In response to the current American government, The Skateroom has collaborated with two political artists—Ai Weiwei and Shepard Fairey—on limited edition skateboard decks. Done in an edition of 666, “Study of Perspective—The White House, 2017” sees the iconic Ai Weiwei image of his middle finger pointed toward the White House set across three skate decks. Proceeds from the boards’ sales will go to a number of relevant NGOs including including B’Tselem, Halklarin köprüsü, and The Ampliphier Foundation.
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Inspired by the colors Robert Rauschenberg used in his beloved ROCI project, these three new Warby Parker sunglasses are bright and playful—perfect for the summer months. The Primrose Crystal pink hue comes with brown lenses, while the Crystal Marina green and Cerulean Crystal blue have mirrored lenses. With 100% UV protection and an anti-scratch coating, they are a highly functional set of shades made in collaboration with the Robert Rauschenberg Foundation.
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Not that long ago, decent-looking desk accessories were wildly expensive. Everything else was in the form of plastic tubs or looked like back-to-school gear. This gold wire letter sorter is a happy medium—not only will it help with organization, it won’t make a dent in your wallet. At 6.41 by 4.13 inches, it’s minimal enough not to clutter up your desk or entryway table.
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