Self-Watering Planter
No need for a green-thumb with this self-watering planter, an unglazed terra cotta pot that keeps plants fresh and healthy indoors or out.
This product is sold by Joey Roth
Melanie Bilenker’s heartbreakingly intimate vignette etched on a simple brooch is a one-of-a-kind accessory. The nude woman expresses something elusive on both sides of the enamel pin, both in her face and her sinewy pose.
This product is sold by Melanie Bilenker
Inspired by the bezels found on Rolex’s iconic Oyster Perpetual series of watches, Speedmaster Official’s unisex bracelets are made in Italy from marine-grade stainless steel in a range of colors.
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Suck UK smartly looked at nature to devise the perfect ice ball-maker. Crafting a jumbo-sized pea-in-a-pod design, the designer’s Frozen Peas make it easy to squeeze out a giant ball of ice, which melts 80% slower than cubed ice, for cold, strong drinks.
This product is sold by Suck UK
Persian-born artist Monir Shahroudy Farmanfarmaian fled occupied Iran during World War II for NYC, and her luminous body of work reflects the lifelong journey. Damiani publishes a comprehensive retrospective of Farmanfarmaian’s graphic work juxtaposing mirror mosaics of her native land with the modern geometry of her adopted city.
This product is sold by Damiani/ Third Line
Aggressive and naughty, these eco-friendly bags live up to their fresh name. Don’t beat around the bush—or waste the fruits of the bush—carry them for a bold expression and sound environmental practice.
This product is sold by Douche Bags
Shaw Sisters worked with artisans in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa, to create this kitchen set that consists of a spatula, and a large and small spoon. The wooden pieces are blasted with a catalyzed laquer to give a shiny, durable finish, and a dash of color.
This product is sold by Shaw Sisters
Ditch the threadbare Technicolor rags lying around the linen closet and invest in a sophisticated zebra hide beach towel from Maslin & Co. Complete with its own leather carrying strap, this is an accessory to show fellow beachgoers you mean business with your seaside spread.
This product is sold by Maslin & Co
Make your tastebuds really sing with the decadence of Maldon Sea Salt. Derived the same way since the company started raking underwater salt beds in 1882, the unprocessed crystals retain natural trace elements that make the compound more flavorful—therefore requiring less. If a sprinkle of the white stuff is one of life’s little pleasures, ramping up your salt game in the kitchen will pay dividends to your daily satisfactions.
This product is sold by Maldon
Designers—or, really, anyone who uses a variety of gadgets and doodads throughout the day—will live a life of stylish organization once the Mod by This is Ground lands in their hands. The handsome leather folio disguises a magnetic spine which allows for customization of pockets and straps to hold your erasers, rulers, notebooks or other essential tool.
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Without a word, prominent graphic designer William Wondriska takes readers on a beautiful journey through the alphabet on a long piece of string. Published in 1963 and re-released in 2010, the profoundly simple graphic tale holds a timeless quality still beloved by most anyone, regardless of age, who lays eyes on its pages.
This product is sold by William Wondriska
We salute these shorts—for those who may want a reprieve from the serious world of neutral-hued boxer briefs, these provide a loud and proud answer. Full-fitting in full-on patterns, Bamboo Boxers are made in Hawaii, and are “made with Aloha,” an idea that shines through in prints ranging from Kona Burgundy to Waikiki Beach Blue.
This product is sold by Bamboo Boxer Company
No need to salt the rim when your glass is hand-carved from a single piece of pink Himalayan salt! Just add lime and enjoy!
This product is sold by Tim Love for Sur La Table
Beauty lies in the natural irregularity of Magpie & Rye’s oblong vessel made from foraged, hand-turned black cherry wood and stitched with copper wire. Even standing alone, the rustic piece makes a statement.
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There’s something soothing about the idea of telling time by color, which is the stress-relieving promise Colour O’Clock makes. As the seconds, minutes and hours tick by, the minimalist white clock cycles through the color spectrum with an ever-changing dot.
This product is sold by Duncan Shotton Design Studio
Sometimes it’s the slightest hack to the norm that can have a profound effect on your sense of aesthetics. Case in point is Eric Therner’s diamond light, which shifts the common light bulb silhouette ever so slightly to become something simply exquisite.
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World Cup only comes once every four years, but you can the energy alive everyday with a competitive (or friendly) game of foosball. Kartoni’s affordable cardboard table makes it easy—complete with a wooden ball, customizable players, cup holders and a smartphone speaker, this portable table is ready to go anytime and anywhere you want to play.
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NYC-based artist Baron von Fancy has a way with words and his latest art edition is no exception. Created for his show “You’re My Drug of Choice,” his cheeky screwdriver marries form with function and is just the tool your home is missing.
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Vietnam-born Danish artist Danh Vō is known for his conceptually driven sculptures. Often incorporating political or historical references, Vo’s work—like this limited edition Baggu tote for Marian Goodman Gallery—speaks to his exploration of the power of symbols through the subtle application of an American flag.
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Created by two transcontinental friends who spent ten years mastering the fine art of printing onto leather, this calfskin luggage tag with wicker pattern perfectly complements your favorite suitcase and will truly make it your own.
This product is sold by Nat Boyd
Pack up your home brews or an assortment of your favorite craft beers in this paper drinks caddy. The “awning stripe” adds an element of refinement any time of year.
This product is sold by Crate and Barrel
A simple tweak in hue gives the already legendary Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman a brilliant new attitude. Ebony veneer and supple black MCL leather make this design classic as stunning as it is comfortable.
This product is sold by Charles and Ray Eames
The Turtle Grater elevates a kitchen tool to extraordinary elegance. The small plate features hand-carved micro ridges in 100% copper across the turtle’s belly for precise fine grating of roots like ginger and wasabi.
This product is sold by Ooya Seisakusho
South African designer Porky Hefer pleases dogs and adults alike with Rogz Grinz, a hilarious throw toy that turns your pup’s mouth into an ear-to-ear grin.
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One of the most visible and beloved fixtures of the NYC city skyline has been condensed for at-home enjoyment in a charming little kit. Kids ages 6+ and, we suspect, many adults, will delight in recreating the iconic water tower as a tabletop cardboard sculpture. Pick from two sizes, mini or mega, and leave them blank and simple, or paint and tag as you wish.
This product is sold by Smallhome Studio
Lee Friedlander’s seminole 1992 monograph, “The Jazz People of New Orleans, Playing for the Benefit of the Band,” has been re-released in an expanded edition available through Fraenkel Gallery. With more than 200 photographs in the new version, some published for the first time, the collection captures jazz greats and everyday players on their home turf, as well as the city’s famed second line parades, between 1957 and 1982.
This product is sold by Lee Friedlander