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.
Very few compact umbrellas have the wind-fighting power of Blunt’s XS Metro. Its tension canopy can easily handle heavy downpours and brutal gusts of wind. And now, the trusty device has been released with a Cole Haan ZerøGrand design nod, making it even easier on the eyes.
NYC’s Yes Stitch Yes (aka Lauren Singleton) presents yet another fiery and floral embroidered piece. This small but mighty four-inch hoop is covered in pink- and purple-hued flowers, and emblazoned with the message “Not Yours Never Was” inside two love-hearts. Made by hand, this is decor for those who want to kill with kindness.
Sticking to their socially-conscious ethos, Apolis teamed up with Atelier Ace—the creative agency behind Ace Hotel—to create this lightweight organic indigo scarf. Each 100% cotton scarf is hand-loomed by an artisan cooperative of women in Ethiopia, providing workers with sustainable employment and fair wages. Whether summer or winter, it’s an accessory that will have you looking (and feeling) good.
With Light’s googly-eyed, multi-lensed camera—the L16—quantity and quality exist simultaneously. When taking a photo, the camera’s whopping 16 different lenses fire a once, piecing together a massive 52-megapixel image, and it’s all controlled through a user-friendly operating system and touchscreen. The first-of-its-kind camera is now available for pre-order, with plans to deliver during the summer of 2016.
Pay homage to your favorite black and Chicana feminist activists and queer theorists—Audre Lorde, Gloria E Anzaldúa, Angela Y Davis and bell hooks—by proudly wearing Thugz Maison’s “Goddess” T-Shirt. Made from 100% cotton, the top is screen-printed by hand and is a bold way to promote intersectionality. Available from small to XXXL, this T-shirt is for all genders and sizes.
Sri Threads is one of NYC’s hidden gems: a boutique collection of rare Japanese and Indian textiles inside an apartment building in Brooklyn’s Greenpoint neighborhood. This boro kimono dates back to the mid to late 19th century, woven in a pattern resembling a basket weave. The beauty of this vintage piece, however, comes from the loving way it’s been patched and mended over time. A true one-of-a-kind piece that has a mysterious history.
To inspire all your future road trips, Vancouver-based brand Explorer’s Press offers their sweet “Headed Somewhere” keychain. Attach the 2.5″ gold-stamped plastic piece to your keys and make every time you lock up your house the beginning of an adventure.
Including 129 full-color photographs by fine artist Catherine Opie, “700 Nimes Road” is a thoughtful, yet poignant exploration of Elizabeth Taylor’s home (her “private sanctuary”) and possessions at her Bel Air, Los Angeles address. While the concept—photographing a celebrity’s belongings—might seem voyeuristic at first, Opie approaches creating an intimate portrait of the Hollywood icon in a tender way.
Tic Tac Toe has never been as classy—or adult—as with this Jonathan Adler iteration. Sculpted by Adler and his team in NYC’s SoHo neighborhood, this set is made from marble and brass; with the pieces hand-polished to achieve a flashy sheen. The brass will acquire a worn look with use, but the pieces can be buffed back to their original shine if desired.
Made from cotton jersey that’s sustainably grown in California’s Central Valley, Olderbrother’s classic OB T-shirt is designed in Portland and cut, sewn and dyed in LA. Each T-shirt is a little different—due to the dyeing process—but each boasts that glorious calming tone that indigo enthusiasts love. Available in XXS to XL for all genders and sizes.
TKWith a view in mind to maximize surface area and channel scent perfectly, Denver & Liely’s hand-blown whisky glass makes the spirit within all the more rich. Its distinct shape also makes for a comfortable, sophisticated grip. And while it does wonders on whisky, it’s an ideal design for all tipples.
While very few will ever own an original Lichtenstein, this metal pocket mirror is based on the artist’s 1970 work “Mirror #10.” The double sided, snap closure mirror offers 1X and 2X magnification for functionality. But it’s the reference to the artist’s circular works from 1969 and 1972 that makes it something special.
Superfight has taken the age old debate of “who would win in a fight?” and translated it into card-game form. Similar to Cards Against Humanity, players must build the most outrageous fighter from their hand (for example a pirate swinging a shark on a chain while riding a segway) and submit them to battle. It’s then up to everyone to hilariously argue over who would actually win the fight. The Superfight Classic Bundle comes with a core deck and five expansion packs for never-ending fun.
With a sterling silver crescent at its base, Erin Considine’s sterling silver and pale indigo-dyed linen necklace is anything but plain. The piece is treaded with Kumihimo hand-braided cording, making it both soft and ethereal while remaining a bold and striking piece. Adjusting to up to 26 inches long, the necklace can easily slip over your head and be worn with all kinds of necklines.
A stand-out from design duo Saint Atma’s Fall/Winter 2015 collection, the large Atlantic Textile is a versatile piece that can be wrapped around the shoulders, set on the table or bed, even hung on the wall. We love the unique rough softness of the raw silk that feels cozier than its fine silk counterpart; but it’s the captivating hand-dyed patterns (done in Brooklyn) that make this extra special.
From Mission Chinese restaurants’ co-founder and chef Danny Bowien and Lucky Peach EIC Chris Ying, a treat for your eyes and your belly: The Mission Chinese Food Cookbook. Through conversations between Bowien and collaborators, friends and colleagues; photos and—of course—recipes, readers are offered a charming and tasty glimpse into the story and flavors that define Mission Chinese.