Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

$25.00

Something about the Bonded 100 proof bottling of this Kentucky bourbon speaks to its origins and continued success. It’s not expensive, it’s not fancy. It’s just good old fun—with a higher amount of rye in the mashbill for lighter, spicier profile. The “Old Grand-Dad” mentioned happens to be distiller Basil Hayden (whose own namesake line also continues to wow). While he didn’t develop this, his grandson did—and did so with fervor.

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Bob Dylan: NYC 1961-1964

$26.00

Back in 1961, photographer Ted Russell started capturing a relatively unknown Bob Dylan when the young artist had just moved to NYC. Russell shot the 20-year-old songwriter, recently signed to Columbia Records at the time, hanging out in his Greenwich Village apartment, practicing his guitar and performing in tiny venues. This new hardcover of never-before-published photos gives a charming peep into Dylan’s life before he belonged to the world.

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Helsinki Bluetooth Speaker

$430.00

Danish audio company Vifa’s latest portable offering comes in a petite, square-ish package but surprises with its power and sound quality. The Helsinki speaker, launched in time for this year’s summer picnics and outdoor parties, comes with a beautiful leather strap for easy carrying; its grill is unusually covered in a custom made Kvadrat textile available in four soft colorways. Perfect for those who love music and design.

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Pnina Earrings

$340.00

These bold black pearl earrings by New York-based designer Sharon Chandally make a refined, powerful statement. Trained in Yemenite silversmithing by her great uncles, Chandally creates pieces influenced by ancient cultures but feel contemporary in the way they channel movement and sculpture. Respecting the fact that these pieces are worn so close to the body, Chandally uses only conflict-free stones as well as recycled or Fairmined metals.

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The Weegee Guide to New York

$33.00

For press photographer Weegee (born Usher Fellig), New York City was his muse; he spent his lifetime documenting urban life without prejudice, from spectators at gruesome crime scenes to elevator operator strikes to the crowds at Coney Island. In the book “The Weegee Guide to New York,” 265 black and white images (many which have never been published) reveal the chaotic streets of New York from the 1930s to ’60s. The book is thoughtfully organized by areas, from the Lower East Side and the Village to Brooklyn and Rockaway, and includes fold-out maps that indicate where Weegee shot each photo.

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Handmade Pajamas

$96.00

For those who have been wearing the same T-shirt to bed for the past few years, upgrade your sleep style with these handmade pajamas from young Istanbul collective Poplin Homewear. With a focus on lightweight, pure fabrics—like sheer voile—many of the brand’s pieces are refined enough to double as airy summer outfits. But the rest of the collection isn’t afraid to get adventurous; such as jumpsuits and nightshirts for men, plus striped bodysuits and polka-dot kimono gowns for women.

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Waxed Cotton Watch Strap

$35.00

Tired of cheap nylon NATO watch bands proliferating the market, Suigeneric recreates the style using durable and stiff waxed cotton; the naturally water-repellent fabric used in vessel sails and classic Barbour jackets—at a similarly affordable price point. Freshen up your much-loved watch-face for spring with this hand-sewn, hand-waxed green strap. Or, for the more adventurous, go for their watercolor or leopard print options.

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Trillium Hammock

$250.00

This isn’t your typical hammock. UK-based Tentsile’s 80 square foot Trillium model comfortably fits three adults and bears a maximum weight of 880 pounds. Utilizing seatbelt material and a high-strength ratchet system, the Trillium sets up in minutes for an elevated outdoor outpost. Pick-up multiple Trilliums and stack them for an outdoor bunk-bed set-up. Just don’t call dibs on top bunk if rain is on the way.

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Ramen Lapel Pin

$9.00

Hungry Eyes NY has released a very cute collection of soft enamel pins that are small, but have big personalities. With donuts, pizza and more on the menu, Hungry Eyes NY injects humor into their pins (and humanizes some of our favorite snacks) with a pair of googly eyes incorporated into each design. Our pick is the .70″ tall bowl of ramen, because one serving is never enough.

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Hand-Dyed High-Tops

$748.00

These pit-tanned leather high-tops are entirely unlike your kick-around sneakers. Hand-dyed in a deep ultramarine blue, worked to create a buttery and supple texture (that’s still durable) and reinforced with a vegetable-tanned nine ounce heal counter, The Brothers Crisp’s Hand-Dyed High-Tops are meticulously made and luxurious.

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Palmtastic Hidden Treasure Earring

$230.00

Melbourne-based designer Lucy Folk’s HONEYMOON collection is full of tropical delights that provoke images of palm trees, sunsets and fruity cocktails. The Palmtastic Hidden Treasure Earring (sold as a single piece) is available in sterling silver or 9ct gold plate, boasts a stunning, bright green Tsavorite garnet and a stud shaped like a palm tree.

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Beach Towel

$95.00

Bring art to the beach or pool with Barbara Kruger’s instant classic beach towel. The 100% cotton, 70″ by 60″ towel boasts the conceptual artist’s iconic text-based style and was made as part of Art Production Fund’s “Works on Whatever” series—for which artists were tapped design real-life, functional objects that were also works of art.

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Emerald Tortoiseshell Sunglasses

$55.00

Named for a popular hiking trail across the Golden Gate Bridge, the new Sunski Dipseas combine classic styling with bold touches. The polarized lenses are super-bright emerald green (and offer certified UVA/B/400 protection), but the shape and tortoiseshell colorway ensure that the design will match just about every outfit you don this summer.

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Closca

Fuga Bike Helmet

$72.00

Closca won the prestigious Red Dot Design Award this year with its Fuga helmet. Not only is the Fuga safety-certified in Europe, Canada and the States, the helmet is super-convenient. The thin-shell design folds down—reducing its own space by 50%—meaning it can easily be stored in a backpack or tote bag without becoming cumbersome. Now there are really no excuses to leave the helmet at home.

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Aelfie Oudghiri

Cool Bananas Pillow

$59.00

Brooklyn-based Aelfie Oudghiri offers up plenty of playful designs through her cushions and rugs, but our favorite is this 16″x16″ “Cool Bananas” pillow. The three sunglasses-wearing bananas hand-embroidered on the pale blue fabric bring a dash of color, humor and fun to any room.

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Hand-Dyed Silk Shirt Dress

$360.00

Brooklyn-based Upstate makes tie-dye utterly covetable and sophisticated with their fall collection. Mixing shibori hand-dye techniques with marbling and digital printing, the made-in-USA brand offers kaleidoscopic sarongs, culottes and dip-dyed sweatshirts. Their vibrant Mandarin-collared Maria silk button down dress is sleekly makes a strong, bright impression during the dreary weather—and no two will look exactly the same.

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Reclaimed Wood Bluetooth Speaker

$290.00

In complete contrast to the cheap, mass-produced plastic speakers that clutter the aisles at convenience stores are the unique crafted pieces by Salvage Audio. Each of their Bluetooth speakers are handmade in California from reclaimed wood that has a story: whether it used to be a family’s redwood fence or secondhand pine shipping boxes. Even when the music stops, the speakers are just beautiful works of design to rest your eyes on.

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Georgia Perry

Larry David Enamel Pin

$15.00

From Georgia Perry’s newest collection of enamel pins comes the Larry David. Perfectly capturing David’s trademark furrowed brow and unimpressed expression, Perry’s pin is 30mm by 30mm and packaged in a protective bio-degradable cello sleeve—ready to be placed on your favorite bag or lapel to show the world just how awkward everything is.

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Scottie Store

Woven Chambray Bed Linen

$300.00

As it’s made from 100% French flax linen, bedding from Australia’s Scottie Store is not only ultra-comfortable, but far more breathable than other sheets due to its loose weave. Available in Queen or King, these chambray and stone-colored sheets will appeal to denim lovers and enthusiasts of subtle but interesting design.

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Shapeways

Poop Emoji Bottle Opener

$50.00

One of the best loved and commonly used emoji—the smiley poop—has been made into a bottle opener by designers Eric Ho and Kostika Spaho and the team at 3D printing service and marketplace, Shapeways. Available in a rainbow of colors as well as a range metallics, our pick is the perfectly ironic brushed gold.

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Onia

Shaw Technical Jacket

$285.00

Swimwear brand Onia is gradually dipping its toes into everyday apparel—and their Shaw Technical Jacket checks all the boxes. Made from the same high-performing fabric as their swim shorts, the cotton-nylon jacket is lined with sturdy but soft mesh, has an abundance of pockets, and is super packable.

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Two Hills

Little Star Ear Jacket

$99.00

From the independent Melbourne-based designer’s SOAK collection is this sweet “ear jacket,” a delicate attachment that can be added to any stud-style earring. Essentially acting as a back for a stud, this three-pronged treat is adorned with starbursts.

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Glazed Apple Plate

$82.00

NYC-based artist and designer John Derian, best known for his nature and vintage-inspired découpage pieces, has collaborated with Parisian ceramics brand Astier de Villatte for a match made in heaven, as they both draw inspiration from “things forgotten.” One of the highlights among the handmade collection of candles, vases, tableware and more is this beautifully glazed terracotta apple plate. Revisit our interview with Derian in our CH Video archive.

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Gold-Plated Sunglasses

$425.00

Brooklyn artist collective EXOvault has become known for their steampunk iPhone cases, as they’re not afraid to play with aluminum, brass or titanium. Now they’ve launched their first eyewear design, which they manufacture themselves. A closer look at the frame shows the grooves of the machining marks—evidence of the process involving around 500,000 individual cuts into a solid block of metal. Both unique and understated, the Kingsland frame comes in various metallic shades, but we fell in love with the gold.

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TED Books

The Future of Architecture in 100 Buildings

$11.00

Following his enthralling 2014 TED Talk, Marc Kushner of Architizer has crafted the latest addition to the TED Books library. To explore how media influences architecture around the world Kushner focuses on 100 high-concept structures, ranging from an inflatable concert hall to a smog-eating hospital. Ultimately the 176-page hardcover shows how an informed society has joined the conversation concerning how buildings can best serve the social and ecological environments that surround them.

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Begüm Khan

Evil Eye Cufflinks

$440.00

Inspired by her childhood surrounded by stunning and rare artworks and objects, Turkish designer Begüm Kiroglu’s affinity with the Ottoman style and all things Istanbul is echoed in these cufflinks. The opulent accessories boast plenty of sapphires, are handmade in Istanbul and will no doubt be a conversation-starter at any event.

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