Alex Prager’s newest book “Silver Lake Drive” is a collection of cinematic mises-en-scène. The 224-page hardcover serves as a solid summation of her style—strange, beguiling and sometimes unnerving. The collection of images span several stages: from her early “Polyester” series to her striking “Face in the Crowd” collection—which was shot on a Hollywood sound stage.
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Each season, an artisan-produced candle has been released in the Roman and Williams GUILD collection—which can now be accessed via subscription service. Designed by Stephen Alesch and Robin Standefer, the candles are hand-poured in NYC and use only the finest materials. Exemplifying this, the just-released Soleil du Guild Original No.3 candle (made in collaboration with Garance Doré, Brooklyn-based glassblower Andrew O Hughes and Land By Land) employs natural beeswax, vegetable waxes, pure essential oils and 100% cotton wicks. It smells of juniper, rose and an array of berries—summer embodied. The subscription service grants immediate shipment of this and the next three seasonal candles as they release.
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Made from plant-based cellulose acetate, this round comb from Poketo fits neatly into a pocket or small clutch, for all your on-the-move grooming needs. With sturdy, wide teeth, it can tame almost all tresses. Plus, the black and blue pattern is sophisticated enough to make pulling it out on the subway (or anywhere else) far from embarrassing.
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Made from black metal, leather and natural maple, KILLSPENCER’s sophisticated mini basketball kit lets you unobtrusively toss an equally mini rubber basketball across the room and (hopefully) into the net. This piece, from the LA-based luxury brand, is made in the USA and weighs approximately 35 pounds.
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With an obvious and apt nod to workwear, Dickies and Union Made’s recent collaboration perfectly blends the two brands. At first glance, the sturdy pants are Dickies, but thanks to a slightly slimmer, detail-oriented finish, they’re equally representative of SF-based Union Made’s vibe. The cut-off hems and embroidery add a little extra character to these coral-hued chinos.
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Composed of micro-polyester taffeta with a water-repellent coating, Nanamica’s wind cap can successful handle the elements. It’s the vibrant yellow colorway that truly stands out from others in this category. From Japan’s Nanamica, the cap’s details—six-panel construction, embroidery, adjustable strap—all demonstrate superb attention to detail.
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Soma makes beautiful, sustainable water bottles, filters and pitchers. It was only a matter of time until their technology was used to create coffee products with the same principles in mind. The Soma Brew Bottle allows you to brew 12 ounces of hot (instantly) or cold (overnight) coffee in a double-insulated glass bottle. Of course, it works perfectly for tea too.
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Shaped like the cheerful Monstera leaf, these slightly translucent Jennifer Loiselle earrings make a bold statement. Much like the plants themselves, these earrings are also oversized and playful. With gold-plated brass hardware (including the posts), they’re nickel-free.
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These vintage Kofu bands are hand-cut from late-1800s, Meiji period Japanese textiles and reinforced with fine leather. They can easily replace the comes-with-the-watch band you’re using with now–be that on an Apple Watch or an automatic timepiece—and do so with worldly elegance. Price is in Hong Kong dollar.
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From Serena Williams to Marlene Dietrich and Virginia Woolf, 60 powerful women provide the inspiration for cocktail recipes in Jennifer Croll’s cocktail book “Free The Tipple.” Including vivid illustrations from NYC-based artist Kelly Shami, the book truly celebrates icons across many disciplines. And Croll does a superb job of tying the drinks’ ingredients back to the inspiration, whether it’s the use of earthly components (like beets) for Marina Abramović or champagne for Coco Chanel.
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With their signature m-grip outsole and an upper composed of 10 hand-woven vegan leather straps, Malibu Sandals offer snug comfort through a variation on the traditional Mexican huarache design. For long strolls on beaches, boardwalks or any summertime destination, an anatomically correct ultra-soft footbed sets these further apart. Our style choice, the Zuma in the color whiskey, feels both timeless and contemporary.
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Small but powerful, this inflatable lantern offers 50 hours of light per complete charge for all outdoor (or indoor) adventures. Charged up via USB or simply solar energy, it can also reverse course and use its two-way port to top up a cellphone battery. Waterproof and light, it’s easy to stow and unfold at picnics, camping adventures and more.
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Not only is the VINGLACÉ wine bottle cooler double-walled and vacuum insulated, it’s also much more portable than an ice bucket or multi-item cooler. Made for one single bottle, this product keeps summer wines chilled without ice. Just unscrew the top, put your chosen bottle of wine inside, screw the lid back on, and you’re set for beach outings, picnics, camping and more. This stainless steel option is also fingerprint-resistant, so the look remains clean.
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With a section dedicated to Ren Hang, “Strange Plants III” also features work by 50+ other artists. Published by independent house Zioxla, this 164-page book (like those before it) celebrates plants in art—in weird and wonderful ways. From oil paintings of the foul-smelling corpse flower to a poodle sculpture made from vines, the work within is made for anybody who understands nature is, itself, an artwork.
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The guayabera shirt (aka Camisa de Yucatán) is a traditional Caribbean-style button-down, usually made from linen or cotton for breathability in warmer climates. This lovely take on the classic offers a streamlined silhouette that’s perfect for all genders, and features a large utilitarian pocket. What wins us over, though, is the lush green colorway—appropriately named “leaf.” This piece is made from 100% Belgian linen in NYC.
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Once again, German watch brand NOMOS allows their design knowledge to inform two striking, playful pieces. The new Aqua collection features “siren white” iterations of their Club and Ahoi Neomatik models (18 different versions, in fact). Ready for diving, these sporty automatic watches can be dressed up or down. Timepieces in the Club line begin at 2,500€, while the Ahoi series starts at 3,240€.
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Super-clever and kind to the planet, these pencils from Sprout is tipped with a seed capsule (be it thyme, basil or flax) for planting once its used down to the end. Sustainable, biodegradable and non-toxic, these wooden pencils come in a set of eight and are perfect for creative kids and adults alike.
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Legendary knife-designer Todd Rexford’s latest exclusive multi-tool collaboration with Urban EDC Supply features a Japanese “Seigaiha” pattern, custom-machined by Rexford himself. The slender titanium item features a blade, hex tool, flathead screwdriver and pry bar—and a bottle opener. Measuring 3.5 inches, it can be stowed away just about anywhere.
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In original and spicy chipotle flavors, CORE + RIND’s two cheesy cashew sauces offer a 100% vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and plant-based topping alternative. Both are rich and creamy, and complement savory dishes. Further, all feature whole ingredients and pack plenty of nutrients.
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KARA, in collaboration with design duo Chen Chen & Kai Williams, has made a silver serpentine keychain that’s as elegant and attention-grabbing as it is good at popping bottles. Made from stainless steel, it’s durable and portable—measuring just over three inches long.
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While getting out into nature—whether it’s tucked inside the city or in the wilderness beyond—you can support NYC’s parks with this cap. Proceeds from the sale (as with all items in the Only NY’s NYC Collection) go to the City of New York, specifically to the Department of Parks. Made from 100% cotton chino twill and with an adjustable strap, it’s suited to all sizes and genders.
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Carver Surf Rack’s small block rack holds your surfboard to the side of your bicycle, without getting in the way of your pedals. It utilizes an unbreakable clamping system, machined in Loveland, Colorado. For those who bike to the beach, all the rack needs is human balance, a board and some enthusiasm.
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With deep-conditioning and bond-sealing, this hair mask leaves follicles feeling soft and hydrated. It is ideal for balmy summer days as it aims to make tresses silky and smooth—combating the frizz that comes with humid climates. Replenished with botanicals and butters, hair can then tackle many weather-related challenges.
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Made to fit two people, this inflatable tent is crafted from stiff, weather-resistant polyester. There’s also plenty of room for gear and cooking equipment—and a functional flow-through design means there are two entrances and two vestibules. This also helps with air circulation, furthered by two closable ventilation points. Weighing just over five pounds, it’s also easy to carry and set up. (Note that an air pump isn’t included in the kit.)
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From the green Italian webbing interwoven with flex, to the drum-dyed nappa leather trim and leather-wrapped buckle, every component of artist André Saraiva’s collaborative range with Beltology represents the most premium choice in its category. It’s the vibrant colorways and the foil stamp of Saraiva’s illustrated character Mr. A, that elevate the accessory to something beyond expectation. Saraiva took inspiration from a belt he purchased on the streets of Paris decades ago and, as evident as that is, this is certainly a contemporary collection.
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Artist Cindy Sherman’s motto “I’d rather be swimming,” takes on new meaning with her new collaborative pool float. This special metallic gold version of the inflatable iPhone-shaped design by Third Drawer Down was produced exclusively for MoMA Design Store. It features one of Sherman’s modified selfies, blown to epic proportion. It’s clever, playful and functional… if you’re interested in putting your art to use. Further, the overall project was done in partnership with + POOL, a non-profit building a river-water filtering floating swimming pool in NYC.
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