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Wimbledon 2022 hearO 3.0 Bluetooth Speaker

$72.00

Housed inside a Wimbledon 2022 championship tennis ball (with US Open and Roland-Garros options, as well), audio company hearO’s third-generation portable speaker features Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity technology (that also allows two hearOs to pair for stereo sound). hearO’s speakers are designed and assembled in London. Further, the brand offsets its CO2 emissions through involvement with ClimatePartner and The European Nature Trust.

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V&A

Hallyu!: The Korean Wave Official Exhibition Book

$25.00

From cinema and fashion to music and fandom communities, there’s an invigorating creative wave coming out of South Korea that’s quickly made an impact within the mainstream. An extensive hardcover book (which accompanies a V&A exhibition), Hallyu!: The Korean Wave explores the intricacies of this culture. Edited by Rosalie Kim, the tome surveys South Korea from the 1950s onward, traversing BTS, Parasite and more. Price is in Pounds.

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The Sill

Small Hanging Grow Light

$150.00

Glowing with a precise photosynthetic spectrum that’s beneficial to plants, Soltech Solutions’ Hanging Grow Light supports indoor gardening in areas with lower sunlight. The smaller iteration of this luminous system (which includes a guidebook, the LED bulb, one 15-foot fabric cord, an outlet timer, a three-pack of ceiling hooks, two wall fairleads and one swag hook) is ideal for small- to medium-sized houseplants. (A larger version supports bigger plants.) Remarkably, the LED lasts for 15 years, even if used for an average of 16 hours every day.

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Thames and Hudson

Colour Mania: Photographing the World in Autochrome

$65.00

Autochrome photography was the first commercially available form of color photography, pioneered by Auguste and Louis Lumière in the early 1900s. Historic and precious, many of these images are rarely seen today as exposure to light will cause them to fade. The book Colour Mania: Photographing the World in Autochrome, by curator Catlin Langford, offers unprecedented access to these images, presenting the digitized photographs from the Victoria and Albert Museum’s expansive collection while exploring the impact of photographic technology.

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Tetra

Polytope Ashtray

$800.00

Designed by Andrew O Hughes for design-forward smokeware brand Tetra, the Polytope Ashtray is a functional decorative object, made from rose-citrine dichroic glass that was hand-cast into a rhombus shape. Artful and entrancing, the ashtray shape-shifts through colors as the lighting changes.

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Chez Diane

Fabric Le Homard Bib

$70.00

An embroidered lobster and a lemon wedge adorn the Fabric Le Homard Bib from Chez Diane, the design studio created by drag performer Steak Diane. Available in retro-leaning gingham or striped patterns, each bib comprises a double layer of 100% cotton and features a plastic snap closure. This accessory perfectly blends nostalgia with practicality, as well as a touch of kitsch.

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Eekontos

Cats Sculptures

$28.00

Swirling with color and character, these mini cat figures from ceramicist Eleni Kontos double as ring holders. The series features different cats, each in various poses from kitties stretching and sitting to rolling around. They are sold separately but specific cats can be ordered upon request.

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Niwaki

Eley Kishimoto Flash Arm Covers

$39.00

From London-based fashion and design brand Eley Kishimoto’s collaboration with UK-based Japanese gardening outfit Niwaki, these arm covers utilize the former’s inspiring, electric “Flash” pattern. Ideal for gardening (or crafting), these covers—made from 16-ounce canvas—act as a protective set of sleeves. To enhance functionality, they incorporate an elasticated top and ribbed cuffs.

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Atelier Saucier

Rainbow Denim Napkins

$72.00

LA-based Atelier Saucier is an eco-minded studio that aims to elevate tablescapes while working with sustainable, recycled and repurposed fabrics. The Rainbow Denim Napkins (part of their signature collection) have been crafted with 100% premium reclaimed fabric that’s soft but sturdy, and each boasts a different, contrasting edge that adds a cheerful splash of color. The generously sized napkins measure 17 by 17 inches, and pair well with the Rainbow Chambray coasters.

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The Folio Society

Plants of the Americas

$1,050.00

Limited to 750 hand-numbered editions, the gorgeous Plants of the Americas is the first facsimile the edition of Selectarum stirpium Americanarum historia (1763) by botanist Nikolaus von Jacquinheld, an epic tome that’s part of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in England. With 264 beautiful and accurate illustrations reproduced from the original, hand-painted ones by Austrian botanical artists the Bauer brothers, it’s quarter-bound in goatskin, features cloth sides and veltique paper pages. This epic tome will thrill science, art and nature lovers.

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Atelier Editions

An Illustrated Catalog Of American Fruits & Nuts

$50.00

From Atelier Editions and The United States Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection comes a hardcover archive of 7,497 botanical watercolor paintings of fruits and nuts that were made by various artists in the late 19th to early 20th century. While offering beautiful, botanically accurate artwork, the collection also anthropologically and horticulturally traces the transformation of American fruit cultivation and consumption.

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HAY + Laila Gohar

Sobremesa Tablecloth

$199.00

Danish design brand HAY partnered with NYC-based chef and designer Laila Gohar on a charming range of dining and decor pieces for the Sobremesa collection. From it, the Sobremesa tablecloth is a linen-cotton blend accessory embroidered with playful shapes including matches, flowers, fruits and more. Measuring 118.11 by 55.11 inches, it’s available in green or white and adds a dash of joy and whimsy to any dinner party.

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Get on Down

“The Low End Theory” Seven-inch Collection Boxset

$130.00

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of their iconic 1991 album, The Low End Theory, hip-hop trio A Tribe Called Quest has released a limited edition boxset. The entire album, along with two bonus songs, features across eight brightly colored and boldly patterned seven-inch records. It’s all housed in a fabric-wrapped carrying case. Limited to 2000 units, it’s available for pre-order now, but will ship in April 2023.

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Rizzoli

Fashioning Design: Lee Broom

$65.00

Published by Rizzoli, Fashioning Design: Lee Broom is the first illustrated monograph dedicated to the beloved British designer and his eponymous label. Within, text by London-based lifestyle and design writer Becky Sunshine and exclusive contributions from Vivienne Westwood, Kelly Wearstler and Christian Louboutin accompany images of installations, exhibitions and more than 100 products. It’s a lush tome worthy of the designer and his compelling work.

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Vollebak

Nomad Gloves

$95.00

Made from a super-soft wool blend of 87% ultra-fine, mulesing-free Australian Merino; 11% cashmere from the Mongolian-Manchurian steppe; and a little elastane, Volleback’s Nomad Gloves are cozy, practical and durable. Available in one size, these five-gauge knit gloves are thermoregulating and insulating, as well as naturally water-repellent, odor-resistant and quick-drying. They are perfect for cold-weather camping and hiking, and chilly days commuting through a city.

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Ginori 1735

Rain Rock Creek Designer Plate

$231.00

This enchanting, sensorial depiction of Big Sur’s Rain Rock Creek cabin and its surrounding woods, illustrated by British designer Luke Edward Hall, was drawn from a memory of a past holiday. Released by the heritage brand Ginori 1735, it’s been made in Italy from pure porcelain. Measuring 10.62 inches in diameter, the designer plate can be put to use as a platter or showcased as a decorative object.

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Mystery Ranch

Full Moon Bag

$45.00

Designed to function as a hip or shoulder bag, the Full Moon from Montana-based outdoors brand Mystery Ranch features a main compartment (secured with a double zipper) as well as a front pocket to keep all your valuables secure and easily accessible when hiking or camping. Available in eight different colorways—from bright red or orange to more subdued olive green or beige—the utilitarian pack boasts dual-compression straps for comfortable carrying.

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Rottet Collection

Dichroic Table

$2,800.00

From acclaimed architect and interior designer Lauren Rottet’s eponymous line of home furnishings, Rottet Collection, comes the mesmerizing Dichroic Table. Inspired by the Light and Space artist movement of the ’60s, the end table pairs dichroic glass with stainless steel to fashion an ever-changing piece that colorfully converses with its surroundings. The dynamic table measures 18.5 by 17.5 by 19 inches.

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Hoek

Shantell Martin Limited Edition Desk Organizer

$295.00

Weaving in the signature whimsical lines of fine artist Shantell Martin, Brooklyn-based Hoek’s limited edition desk organizer is functional art at its finest. Crafted from solid maple (or walnut), each piece in this 50-unit run has been finished by hand with sustainable oils. Hoek’s collaborative collection with Martin also includes an imaginative stool, bench, desk mat, coasters and an astounding 13-piece “Sum of The Parts” table series.

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Universal Belongings

Essential Three-Piece Set

$189.00

Designed in NYC, the Essential Three-Piece Set from Universal Belongings consists of four entrée plates, four salad plates and four cereal bowls. The ceramic objects—available in four colorways—feature a two-tone glaze that creates a subtle ombre look, adding character without being gimmicky or gaudy. The sturdy bowls and plates are dishwasher- and microwave-safe, and can be mixed and matched with all kinds of other items from the brand to create an affordable yet upscale table setting.

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GUBI

Obello Table Lamp

$299.00

Bill Curry originally created the iconic Obello Table Lamp in 1971 and its curvy, space-age, mushroom-esque shape has charmed ever since. This year GUBI reintroduced the piece, to the delight of design enthusiasts everywhere. With a frosted glass shade (as the original had) this new iteration is rechargeable and can be moved around the house or garden easily. There’s an integrated dimmable LED light within so the brightness can be played with too, depending on the occasion.

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The Psychological Foundation

Parapraxis Issue 01: The Family Problem

$20.00

Parapraxis magazine deals in thought-provoking, radical ideas. Investigating social, political, gender and racial issues through a psychoanalytic lens, the new publication from education non-profit The Psychosocial Foundation is unafraid and unconstrained in their critique of dominant culture. Their first issue, The Family Problem, tackles the nuclear family, gender panic, feminism, elder care, sex in sitcoms and more unique, insightful topics.

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Object/Interface

Well Planter

$175.00

A modern and sophisticated approach to hanging plants or herbs, the Well Planter is from Toronto-based design studio Object/Interface. A four-inch basin, adjustable stainless steel cable and brass accents make the planter as refined as it is functional.

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Cactus Store + Online Ceramics

Home Depot Plants Cap

$45.00

From Cactus Store—a collective, store and studio founded in Echo Park and now with an NYC location—comes a retro-leaning, 100% cotton, five-panel cap. The hat pays homage to Home Depot plants and was crafted in collaboration with Online Ceramics.

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Muuto

Ridge Vase

$265.00

Designed by Helsinki-based Studio Kaksikko, Muuto’s aptly named Ridge Vase is a tall, slender vessel wrapped in a refined ridged texture and featuring a subtle accent dent that prevents flowers within from shifting. The functional earthenware vase stands 19 inches tall, allowing it to emphasize blooms in floral presentations.

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SkatePal

Palms Tee

$20.00

SkatePal, a Palestinian non-profit organization, supports and encourages young skaters in an attempt to foster community and break down barriers between class, race, gender and age. From them comes a climate-neutral, sweatshop-free graphic T-shirt depicting the country’s palm tree-lined landscape. Printed by Awesome Merchandise and designed by Philip Joa, the shirt reads “skate” on front and  “Palestine” on the back. All proceeds go to supporting the organization. Price is in Pounds.

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