Updated daily, the Buy section is a deep directory of stuff we love. From this collection we organize Gift Guides for the holiday season and special occasions all year long.
Limited to 50 special edition kits, North Drinkware and The James Brand’s The Black Box unites a custom product from both Portland-based makers, packaged in a laser-etched, black-stained wooden box. From CH favorite North, two of their signature eight-ounce Mt Hood tumblers (which were constructed using real USGS data) made in dark, smoked glass. Complementing this, The James Brand includes their County knife, now with the USGS topographic data of Mt Hood laser-etched into the blade and white oak handle. It’s a handsome, carefully-considered gift set, to say the least.
The online shop dedicated to all things cannabis culture, Mister Green eschews the brash aesthetic that weed products have become so known for in favor of a minimalist, casual elegance. Hippie Shit, the LA label’s first fragrance and made in collaboration with Portland-based Maak Lab, is inspired by the mystical palo santo tree and emanates a musky scent of wood, neroli, smoke and leather.
Copenhagen’s Studio Arhoj are masters at combining minimal design with cute characters to create homewares you actually want on display. Spooky but sweet, their ghost candle-holders are hand-cast and glazed in transparent porcelain and add warm light to any room. (Note, they aren’t safe for kids because the porcelain gets super-hot if you leave a candle burning inside.) Price is in Euros.
Ergonomic, stylish and made in the USA, the Swell Knife has been created by two like-minded design teams at The James Brand and Discommon Goods. Made from 6AL 4V titanium and aircraft-grade 6061 anodized aluminum, the knife is functional and doesn’t sacrifice on design—it’s sleek, smooth and the blade boasts a hand-rubbed satin finish. Useful for all kinds of predicaments—whether opening a package or when you’re out camping, this knife has been made in a limited edition—so get it while you can.
For those who like a little angst with their apparitions, Sara M Lyons’ sad ghost socks will be a great fit—for Halloween and beyond. The artist/designer’s signature crying ghouls adorn these pale blue knitted socks—made for all genders. Also available are the pale pink happy ghost version—no tears—for more smiley spirits.
Beneath the elegant, engaging product design and an accompanying fictional narrative of Victorian lords and ladies, heritage fragrance brand Penhaligon’s new Coveted Duchess Rose Eau de Parfum delivers a vibrant, sensual scent. Rose dominates the perfume’s aromatic profile, but the accompanying musky wood and mandarin elements lend a depth substantial enough to be worn by all genders. Anyone can adorn themselves with florals when they’re as refined and dynamic as this.
Saul Bass, best known for transforming the way movies begin, was a designer of incredible versatility and imagination. His stunning concepts led him to work with legendary filmmakers like Martin Scorsese, Otto Preminger and Alfred Hitchcock. This large-format book from Laurence King includes 20 removable movie posters, such as The Man with the Golden Arm; Anatomy of a Murder; Vertigo; Grand Prix; The Magnificent Seven; Schindler’s List and The Shining, to name a few. Each fits a standard 12×16-inch frame.
Their minimalist sensibilities have earned Switzerland’s Mondaine watches many accolades and a place in the MoMA Design Store, but it’s the brand’s ability to make the minimal seem so powerful and engaging that keeps fans on their toes. With the recently released SBB Giant—in an all-black colorway, except for a striking red seconds hand—a clean, classic design feels like something more. At 42mm, it’s also not that giant, but rests well on the wrist, especially considering its lug-less design.
Nothing brings on a Monday morning tantrum quite like coffee spills or tech fails. Native Union’s new Anchor cable can help with the latter. Instead of fumbling with slipping, tangled USB cables, Anchor boasts a non-slip geometric weight—keeping your wires in place. Super-durable and over six feet long, Anchor comes in blue or taupe and, unlike many tech accessories, won’t be an extra eyesore in your office.
A new version of the original adidas Seeulater, these all-black sneakers feature a breathable, flexible Primeknit upper—meaning you can do even more in them, more comfortably. With leather overlays that are integrated with the laces, you’ll be snug and secure, but this design feature also offers a futuristic look. These super-tech sneakers are highly functional—and they look it too.
The trippy pop culture-concerned work of Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami sell for millions at auctions, but here’s something much more affordable. In his new collaboration with cosmetics company Shu Uemura, called “Cosmic Blossom,” he’s left his explosive energy and rainbow fingerprints over their cult cleansing oils and more. This pouch holding a four-piece make-up brush kit is so sweet, it barely matters what the brushes look like.
With plenty of thoughtful touches and embellishments, this lightweight button-down Junya Watanabe MAN piece is much more than a regular shirt. With an inverted pleat, patchwork fabric (all in navy and white) on the back, and a dramatic scooped shirttail hem, whether wearing this to work or for fun, it’s sure to stand out. Made in Japan from 100% cotton, the shirt also features an interior pocket for your treasures.
Spooky and sophisticated, this Sydney Evan ring is perfect for Halloween—and beyond. Made from 14k rose-gold, the skull features ruby and green garnet eyes and white enamel teeth. Bold enough to make a statement, the ring also measures about 1/4-inch by 1/3-inch so it steers clear of being gaudy or flashy and keeps the scariness subtle.
It seems there will never be enough ways to celebrate the genius that was David Bowie, but the latest worthy addition is a lovely paperback coloring book by artist Mel Elliott. Not only does it contain plenty of illustrations featuring some of Bowie’s most iconic and daring looks to color in, this book also includes information about each costume, its era, designer and the alter-ego that went along with it.
A more sophisticated way to store your herb, this black anodized canister is for cannabis enthusiasts who want to make their pastime a little more design-forward. Made from high-grade aluminum in Portland, Oregon, this little vessel is both durable and subtle. Rather than using a film container or aluminum foil, Tanner Goods’ herb canister is a classy, functional upgrade.
Maple syrup enthusiasts are all too aware of how messy and sticky the sweet condiment can be. But most will be thrilled to find out about Tonewood’s solid brick of maple syrup. With no pouring required, this block of deliciousness can be grated onto your meal, into your drinks or however you like to enjoy it.