From architecture and design critic Alexandra Lange, Meet Me by the Fountain: An Inside History of the Mall regales readers with the surprising history of these nostalgic shopping institutions. Laying out the roles of consumerism and community, the author paints an eye-opening picture of the rise and decline of these contradictory marketplaces.
Added: June 2022
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LikeMindedObjects collaborated with Francesca Capone to create a loom kit that includes not only the loom but a book and video to guide users through the DIY process. Using the loom, it’s possible to take waste fabrics and create 18 by 18-inch tiles that can then be sewn together to create blankets, pillows, upholstery and garments. Created as a response to the fact that the US exports waste garments to other countries (Ghana receives 15 million used shirts per month), this DIY kit reminds us about our over-consumption, and 5% of the proceeds will go to the OR Foundation Second Hand Solidarity Fund, which works to mitigate the second-hand clothing waste crisis in Ghana.
Added: June 2022
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Featured in writer-director Mike Mills’ endearing cinematic masterpiece C’mon C’mon, the out-of-print children’s book Star Child returns to shelves thanks to independent media organization A24 (who also distributed the film). Written and illustrated by Claire A Nivola, the moving, masterful tale about a star who moves to Earth to experience life as a boy comes with imaginative full-color artwork. This foil-stamped, die-cut slipcase edition can be appreciated by children and adults alike.
Added: June 2022
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Artist, collector and founder of counter culture book fair Cultural Traffic, Toby Mott is better known as a punk expert than a rave historian, but for New Age: Stonehenge to Jungle, he traces UK rave, jungle, sound system and warehouse parties through flyers. With 575 flyers and other ephemera, as well as interviews and contributions from Alan Lodge, Chris Peckings, Dave Little, IXY, Joe Rush, Junior Tomlin, KAOS, Pez and more, the book tells the tale of a specific youth subculture from the 1970s to 2000. Beginning with Stonehenge Free Festival (1974 to 1984) and traversing the decades, NEW AGE also digs into the rise of jungle music and its roots in reggae, highlighting the Black British community’s impact on rave culture. Price is in Pounds.
Added: June 2022
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When it comes to bikes for kids, woom’s purpose-built designs set an impressive standard. The new NOW model for ages six to 14 features a smaller front wheel combined with an innovative, lightweight frame that lowers the front rack’s center of gravity for easier maneuverability. Plus, the eight-speed bike’s integrated front and rear lights, wide handlebars and tires, double fenders and child-sized grips add comfort.
Added: June 2022
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Minimal on the outside and colorful on the inside, Our Place’s Full of Pride Mugs pay tribute to chosen families. They designed by Viviana Matsuda, a queer Japanese-Mexican ceramicist, and they will lend financial support to the community, donating 20% of its profits to the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Food Pantry—which assists people facing food insecurity—during June. Price is for a set of two.
Added: June 2022
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Launching today, the Marble Fruit candle from cult-followed, queer-owned fragrance brand Boy Smells is born from the perfume of the same name (launched last year) and incorporates all the same delicious notes. It’s a blend of fruity, floral, musky and woody scents, creating a combination that’s rich and complex without being muddled or overpowering. In June and July, Boy Smells will donate 15% of the sales from their Marble Fruit candle and fragrance to GLSEN, with a minimum donation of $50,000.
Added: June 2022
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Designed by Elizabeth Whitcomb in Brooklyn’s Red Hook neighborhood, these elegant Giordano Earrings from TAPLEY feature squiggly-shaped pieces that recall whimsical, abstract foliage. Available in small or large, the earrings are made from recycled sterling silver and can be moved around for slight changes to the look. Price reflects a size small.
Added: June 2022
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Women Painting Women explores and celebrates the ways in which female artists conveyed stories and identities outside the male gaze. The book contains portraits of women from 1960s to today with text by Andrea Karnes, shedding light on how early trailblazers (like Emma Amos and Alice Neel) and contemporary artists (like Jordan Casteel and Somaya Critchlow) utilized painting to portray women in their complexities, joy, beauty and abjection.
Added: June 2022
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NYC-based industrial designer Henry Julier’s Outline Baskets maximize their minimal design. Available in black, yellow or as a set of green and red, these wire baskets provide a useful way to store produce. Price reflects the bright, colorful duo.
Added: June 2022
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Printed on 100% cotton, custom-dyed T-shirts, Ghostly’s new Special Delivery T-shirt features an original design by Detroit-based cartoonist and illustrator Mike Burdick. A wriggly rendition of Ghostly’s beloved logo graces the front, while the back of the shirt includes a swirling delivery truck, spilling records.
Added: June 2022
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Pastel facades, vintage cars, Art Deco buildings and architectural travels, as well as a unique blend of African, French, Spanish and North American influences converse in Havana, Cuba—and, thus, in Pamela Ruiz’s photobook that honors the vibrant city. With over 200 exquisite images, Ruiz captures Cuba’s rich culture, self-determination and progress.
Added: June 2022
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Created with the costume department of the Netflix series Stranger Things, the pearl blue Steve Jacket references an original Quiksilver surf jacket from 1986. Beloved character Steve Harrington wears the light cotton zip-up throughout season four of the series. It features a retro Quiksilver print on its front opening and collar, as well as elastic at the cuffs and waistband.
Added: June 2022
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In addition to their best-selling Avocado Vase range (which includes a lush emerald green iteration), London-based Ilex Studio has introduced a smaller root-magnifying vessel intended for acorn growth. This bulbous glass vase allows plant enthusiasts to nurture and observe the development of a little oakling’s expanding root system and sprouting leaves. Made in the UK, the Acorn Vase comes in a MoMA exclusive pink colorway.
Added: June 2022
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Super-retro and made for summertime, Hammies shorts are a throwback to the ’70s, before men’s shorts grew longer and baggier. Made from stretch corduroy (a cotton-elastic blend) and featuring an elastic waistband, they are more comfortable and flexible than they might look. Made in 11 cheerful colorways, they are currently available in 28-38-inch sizes but the brand is hoping to extend their offerings in the future.
Added: June 2022
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Designed by Kristof Devos and hand-assembled in London by Mr Jones Watches, the “a perfectly useless afternoon” wristwatch features a character comfortably lounging on a pool float atop its dial. Charmingly, the direction of the character’s foot indicates the hour, and the position of a nearby floating duck signifies the minutes. It’s a vibrant and summery timepiece that acts as a reminder to dedicate time to relaxation.
Added: May 2022
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California-based surf therapy non-profit A Walk On Water (AWOW) continues to grow its East Coast presence with offerings at Rockaway Beach, Montauk and New Jersey’s Spring Lake. The organization provides kids with special needs and their families guided surf lessons by professionals—as well as other beach-centric activities. These are always free of charge, and aim to create empowering, joyful experiences but also long-lasting relationships. Proceeds from all their merch—which are made in collaboration with Katin and include this five-panel stamp cap—go directly back to the initiative.
Added: May 2022
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Brooklyn-based designer Selena Liu merges humor and child-like joy with functional objects, and her Serving Friends utensils are no exception. Coming in three playful styles—flowers, hands and wavy—these wooden spoons bring whimsy to the dining table.
Added: May 2022
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Available in black or white and in sizes XS to 5XL, this long-sleeve crewneck boldly declares support for reproductive rights and funding resources to help people access abortions. Both sleeves are adorned with “National Network of Abortion Funds,” a network of grassroots organizations that are working to remove financial and logistical barriers that hinder people from getting abortions. All proceeds from sales of the garment go to those same organizations.
Added: May 2022
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BOOK/SHOP’s second iteration of their Slotted System Bookcase features clean lines that create a stylish, sculptural shelf which can be used alone or in rows. Capable of holding paperbacks, large art books and LPs, the bookcase is produced in California from USA-made steel. Available in pure orange or white, it can be mixed and matched for a striking look.
Added: May 2022
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Featuring three different knives, this set from Frederick & Mae includes an implement to smear and slice hard, semi-hard and soft cheeses with ease of use and a touch of flair. The vibrant, confetti-like handles of each celebrate color—and cheese too.
Added: May 2022
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A striped Oxford button-down from actor and skateboarder Evan Mock’s brand new label, Wahine, the blue “Out of Town” shirt features a slogan made famous when it was worn by Drew Barrymore in 2003. Mock co-founded Wahine (with NYC-based Donté McGuine) to honor the north shore of Oahu as well the people of Hawaii. It’s crafted from 100% cotton, fits true to size and is intended for all genders.
Added: May 2022
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Cumberland, Maine-based homewares brand Wary Meyers’ collection of limited edition art soaps includes this cheerful ’70s Bedspread Apple iteration—a 100% vegetable-based soap in a retro color scheme. Scented with a tinge of apple, the small-batch soap pays homage to the myriad designs these hues have been incorporated into over time.
Added: May 2022
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Flirting between combat boots and mid-top sneakers, the Divid Mid is a collaborative project between Muscovite designer Xenia Telunts and planet-conscious footwear brand Primury. The collaborators combined a gender-neutral ethos with a belief in long-lasting quality to create these organic canvas sneakers, which nod to the USSR principle of doing more with less. Price is in Pounds.
Added: May 2022
This product is sold by Xenia Telunts + Primury
Designed to be combined in endless formations with other candles or simply to delight on its own, Yod and Co’s Stack Candles are colorful and structurally playful. Each is hand-poured by skilled Fair Trade artisans in Indonesia and features eco-friendly dye, which gives the candles a subtle multi-colored effect and uniqueness. Price is in Pounds.
Added: May 2022
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British-born, NYC-based art director and graphic designer Peter Miles turns grocery store weekly circular ads into bold, vibrant beach towels denoting produce and pantry items, from cherries to steak, ketchup, Cool Whip and more. The jacquard towel is composed of 96% cotton, and the bright colors encompass Miles’ bold, playful style.
Added: May 2022
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