Professor Astro Cat’s Frontiers of Space

$24.00

Professor Astro Cat is the illustrated star of a beautiful book aimed at space-interested youngsters. Created by quantum physicist Dr Dominic Walliman and award-winning illustrator Ben Newman—and published by Nobrow’s children’s book imprint, London-based Flying Eye Books—the tale looks to divulge all that is known about the sun, our planet, the solar system, our galaxy and the universe, by fusing facts and theories with charming and informative illustration.

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Cube Clock

$38.00

Designer Natalie Sun’s streamlined Cube Clock is sure to bring an element of elevated artistry to anyone’s morning snooze-button smacking marathon. Its anti-tech persona—it looks like nothing more than a simple wooden cube when idle—is quickly transformed by the snap or tap of a finger, each of which activates the illuminated display and reveals the time, date and temperature. Though “the blend of streamlined organic object and technical function” is likely the last thing you’ll consider as you tap that snooze button, just one last time.

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Star Trek Pinball Machine

$7,095.00

Boldly go where no man has gone before with the newest Stern pinball machine, the Star Trek Premium. Fanatics will nerd out completely over this game, as they command and defend the USS Enterprise and the planets of the Federation with their fingertips. Stern’s first all-LED Pro Model has seven paths that lead players in their mission, and guarantee encounters with the evil Khan, Klingon warriors, the Narada and beyond. If the Enterprise goes down, you have only your poor hand-eye coordination to blame.

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Riki Stool

$45.00

Designed by Riki Watanabe in 1966, the Japanese cardboard folding stool still comes in handy for entertaining when room is tight, packing flat out of the way when you don’t need it. Sold in a variety of mod colorways, the DIY crowd will enjoy the white version, a blank canvas for making it uniquely yours.

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Portable Bluetooth Speakers

$30.00

Co-founder Peter Riering-Czekalla dares you to toss, hang and occasionally drop NudeAudio speakers, which offer a huge punch in both mobility and sound. Available in light or dark colors, tether them to any bag and take the durable sound-system anywhere you go.

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Time

$25.00

Exploring the mind-bending question, “What does contemporary actually mean?” The MIT Press book, “Time,” explores how we measure minutes. If clock time is but a construct of capitalist structure, how else can we examine this abstract concept? Essays from thinkers like Walter Benjamin and Bruno Latour do so through the lens of recent art, which eschews this chronological experience for a new perspective. A heady read, this book is a great choice for academic intellectuals who appreciate art and want to dip a toe in further to the subject.

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Seigaiha Socks

$25.00

Dressing for serious business often means concealing the zanier items in your wardrobe, so to expose a bit of personality when suited up, look to Soxfords’ unconventionally-patterned, soft cotton and nylon dress socks. While we love many of the offbeat themes, the Seigaiha socks pair as nicely with selvage denim as they do with Yohji Yamamoto pants.

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Doggy Radio

$2,500.00

Cult-favorite Japanese artist Yoshitomo Nara’s iconic lonesome puppy has taken on many forms throughout his work, from larger than life statue to magical storybook character. Having confessed dark memories of a real-life abandonment of his own childhood pup, Nara’s dog interpretations are said to represent the ideal of a permanent companion, stable and eternal, if not somewhat menacing to behold. Now, in collaboration with MoMA, Nara has released a replication of his iconic sculpture reincarnated into an interactive radio, which responds to the same actions as a real-life pet: touch his chin to turn him on, pet his chin to change the volume, and so on. Only 3000 of these collector pieces were produced, with only 1000 available in the US—a rare breed indeed.

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World’s Greatest Laundry Bag

$49.00

Scavenge for quarters, haul a heavy load down three flights, embarrassingly sort dirty gym clothes in semi-public space—and that’s only the beginning. But we continue the task because the reward of clean undergarments far outweighs the hours lost amidst the machines. This sturdy bag is roomy enough for even the least frequent of launderers, and is sewn in Massachusetts from a natural army duck canvas, revered for its stench-rearing capabilities. Best of all, the sack is emblazoned with a mantra we can chant along with each spin of the dryer and try to understand where that other sock went: “You will feel great when this is all done.” Amen.

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This product is sold by Owen & Fred

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Hidden Message Necklaces

$135.00

ID necklaces move to another plane with Beth Macri’s Hidden Message Necklaces. Macri originally moved to New York as a structural engineering consultant for the High Line. Today, she designs jewelry using skills and techniques garnered from her engineering background, employing the latest 3D software to conceptualize and create forward-thinking pieces which are as geometrical as they are gorgeous.

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Pewter Flask Funnel

$12.00

When filling a flask before a night on the town, class acts reach for Wentworth Pewter Flask Funnel. Not only does the scale of this tiny object—a miniscule 1.5 x 1.25 inches—make it an adorable item unto itself, but we take comfort in knowing that not a drop of pricey spirits might be wasted in an important liquor transfer. The legend of pewtersmith Arthur Richard Wentworth, who sold pewter items from his suitcase in the 1950s, lives on today in Wentworth’s well-crafted and inherently beautiful objects.

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Golden Thyme Candle

$35.00

Izola created the Golden Thyme candle in staunch revolt against the grossly pungent fragrances of the common scented candle, with a mission to please even the most offended of male noses—although we wouldn’t be surprised if a ladyfriend or two also appreciates the subtle scent. Thyme, the precious herb that Rudyard Kipling said to “smell like dawn in Paradise,” has been used throughout history for purification, to ward of nightmares and to bring courage, none of which could hurt. Made in the USA from 100% vegetable wax, set this wick-happy wonder alight and contemplate the promise of a new day.

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Salinas Baby Blankets

$80.00

When shopping for new parents, blankets and burp cloths are a sure bet. Cozy, necessary and useful in so many situations, you can never have too many. This happy geometric set from Kitty & Sparrow is made in Australia from 100% premium organic cotton and squiggled with happy droplets of cerulean blue and lemon yellow, sure to make even the most styley of infants happy.

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Lightning Vest

$138.00

Dargelos’ reflective vest perfectly merges safety and style. Custom-made highly reflective 3M material is hand-netted into a wide fishnet, which makes any biker’s presence known on the road. Best of all, the vest is extremely lightweight and folds up small enough to put in your pocket, so there’s no excuse for invisibility.

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Bicycle Mirror

$26.00

A typical bicycle mirror can be quite boring. Luckily, creative bike accessory line, Charly, a name which means bicycle in Japanese, have created a whimsical array of bicycle mirrors that easily affix to your handlebars. Great for children and adults alike, these mirrors add as much joy as they do safety to your ride.

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Vapen Snowboard Boot

$240.00

Whether you’re lapping the park or searching out powder stashes off piste, the comfy Vapen from Nike and Poler is a medium flex snowboard boot made for a wealth of riding styles. Design details include an ergonomically notched liner for all day comfort and Poler’s signature furry camo tongue for added style—because you know what they say; look good, ride good.

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Whale Bottle Opener

$26.00

No beach house is complete without this lovable bottle opener, which brings just the right amount of function and seaside kitsch to any summer rager. Your under-the-sea friend is sure to elicit an endlessly annoying slew of “whale of a good time” jokes, while simultaneously providing one. Plus, unlike some other fancier sterling silver whale-bottle openers, we like that this guy look a little rough around the edges.

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Sailing Ship Kite

$40.00

Haptic Lab’s Sailboat Kites are for dreamers. Blurring the lines of sky and sea, these kites are shaped like classic pirate ships and take flight on windy days, sailing to new levels. Each kite is a handmade, certified fair-trade object and made in collaboration with Balinese artisans from locally sourced bamboo and nylon fabric. No ocean required.

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Sommelier’s Corkscrew

$238.00

Hand-crafted in the small town of Laguiole, France, these corkscrews have been the tool of choice for French sommeliers since the 19th century. Made with intricate precision from naturally shed stag’s horn, they are most recognizable by their bee latch, the imperial symbol of Napoleon.

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This product is sold by Chateau Laguiole

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Twig Pencils

$12.00

In a world of computers, a return to more natural writing instruments can be just the creative boost necessary. These delightfully rustic pencils are made from real twigs–each one is different–and designed, hand painted and dipped here in the USA. Add an organic yet modern touch to any workspace with these well-crafted beauties.

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Classic Car Club Membership

$4,500.00

For those who fantasize about getting behind the wheel a 1969 Jaguar convertible, but aren’t quite willing to make the investment, try the Classic Car Club Manhattan. A mecca for classic car enthusiasts, this club is an endless joyride for members, who can access an elite fleet of 40 of the most coveted vehicles of all-time. With membership priced at less than the cost of a monthly Manhattan parking spot, this car club will fulfill any Mustang fanatic or Lambo lover’s wildest dreams.

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Portofino

$298.00

A hooded sweater made from Italian cashmere, the Portofino combines the same versatile hoodie design we all know and love, with some of the most luxurious cashmere in the world. Whether you’re docked along the Italian Rivieria or reading a book on the couch, this sweater is always the right fit.

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This product is sold by Bonobos

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Red Hook Belt

$90.00

A good belt does more than just keep your pants up. The finishing touch on a truly great outfit, with its brass hoof pick closure the Red Hook belt adds that extra dash of surprising panache.

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Christiania Boxcycle

$2,950.00

The Christiania cargo bike was born out of the autonomous and unconventional Copenhagen commune, where hash is legal and cars are not. One or both of these factors perhaps led to Lars Engstrom’s ingenious original cargo bike design, created as a one-off for his wife Annie to transport their two kids. In bike-friendly Copenhagen, there are now 40,000 on the street. These easy-to-ride miracle workers are a necessity for carrying oversized loads: surfboards, groceries and even the most precious cargo of all, small children.

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Matte Helmets

$129.00

Canadian helmet company Sahn is about riding, not racing. And whether you’re riding waves, streets or slopes, you can look good doing it—even as a rookie. Most importantly, keep protected city ventures with a Sahn helmet, “for those who may or may not define themselves as cyclists, but have a desire to look better while moving in and around the urban landscape.”

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Green Chile Bible

$4.00

Spice up the holidays with this chile-crazed cookbook from the Albuquerque Tribune, which brings together 200 prize-winning recipes from real New Mexican kitchens. Originally published back in 1993, the authentic family dishes represented all feature the same southwestern staple—the long green chile, renowned for both its spice and surprising subtlety.

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