Warp

WXAXRXP SESSIONS Box Set

$150.00

Warp Records celebrates its 30th anniversary this year, and the “post-genre” label unveiled the epic WXAXRXP SESSIONS box set in celebration. This hinged box comes filled with 10 sessions recorded for radio (each on 12-inch vinyl) spanning the brand’s vast history—from the Peel Sessions of the ’90s right up to this year’s broadcast on NTS. There are also eight prints by Synchrodogs, and a sticker set. Settle in for hours of music by Flying Lotus, Bibio, Aphex Twin and others.

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Bachan's

The Original Japanese Barbecue Sauce

$14.00

A family recipe, The Original Japanese Barbecue Sauce was developed by Justin Gill and his bachan (aka granny) Judy Yokoyama. This bbq sauce is unlike North American iterations: it’s less viscous, less sweet and has a bold flavor with just the right amount of umami. Additionally, it’s made with simple ingredients (including non-GMO soy sauce, cane sugar, organic garlic, ginger and green onion) rather than filler oils and preservatives. Their website also offers plenty of recipes—from pan-fried salmon with soba to chicken wings.

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Iwon Organics

Spicy Sweet Peppers Protein Stix

$24.00

Packaged as eight single-serving bags, these Protein Stix by IWON Organics come in a variety of flavors, but our pick is the Spicy Sweet Peppers version. The texture is crunchy, while the flavor is zesty. Best of all, these snacks are packed with 10 grams of protein, 20% of your daily fiber, and almost zero harmful fats.

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Mister Green

Navy Multi Tee

$44.00

Cannabis-centric shop Mister Green’s “Multi Tee” (from their current GEAR collection) features several mountain-high screen-printed motifs—including a boot print, mountain cap, masked hiker and “Master of Stoned” text. Made-in-LA, this boxy T-shirt is made for all genders and is available in navy, coral or white.

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Shinola

Leather Baseball

$40.00

Constructed from waxed linen thread and premium leather, this lovely handmade baseball comes adorned subtlety with Shinola’s logo. Made in accurate MLB dimensions (courtesy of manufacturer Leather Head Sports in Glen Rock, NJ) the ball maintains a similar feel to those used in professional games, and will be ideal for pick-up games or on display at home.

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Canyon Coffee

Traveler Coffee Kit

$55.00

For travelers and coffee lovers, these Canyon Coffee single-serving instant coffee packs can save the day. To concoct the powder within, the team at Canyon teamed up with Swift Cup to transform their freshly roasted coffee into an instant form. The brand’s founders, Ally Walsh and Casey Wojtalewicz, chose coffee beans from Celinga, Ethiopia. Paired with a Japanese-made travel tumbler by Kinto, this kit will keep those on the move conveniently caffeinated, simply by adding the sachet to eight ounces of hot water.

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Tushy

Travel Bidet

$29.00

Both collapsible and equipped with a carabiner, Tushy’s portable bidet provides paper-free cleaning on the go. Simply unfurl the body, use a clean water source to fill the bidet, open the nozzle, aim and squeeze. Not only is this a drastically cheaper iteration than most, it can go with you on the road or into the great outdoors.

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Valerie Confections + Jon & Vinny's

The Jon & Vinny Chocolate Bar

$10.00

One of LA’s most beloved treat-makers, Valerie Gordon of Valerie Confections, is well-known for her luscious petit fours, historic cake recreations and impeccable chocolates. She made these chocolate bars with Jon Shook and Vinny Dotolo of Jon & Vinny’s, where the bombolini are filled with Nutella and delicately presented in a bakery case reminiscent of classic Italian shops. For this collaboration bar, 38% milk chocolate has been tempered with Nutella—a homage to the restaurant’s delectable creation.

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Haus of Nope

Reading is Fundamental Enamel Pin

$15.00

Handmade in Brooklyn, Haus of Nope’s one-inch “Reading is Fundamental” enamel pin is a visual reminder that everybody has the right learn to read, and have access to books. From each sale, $8 is donated to Books Through Bars, an all-volunteer group that sends donated books to incarcerated people. The pin comes with two rubber backs.

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Piglet

Luna Stripe Bedtime Bundle

$535.00

These bed sheets by Piglet are made from 100% natural stonewashed French flax, a fabric that’s cozy but breathable, as linen is woven more loosely than cotton. As such, they prove luxurious without being too silky, and natural without being scratchy. Best of all, the fabric just gets softer with each wash. The bundle (which comes with a striped duvet cover, two striped pillowcases, two white pillowcases, a flat sheet and a fitted sheet) offers an effortless but sophisticated look—thanks to its gray stripes on pale ecru, and natural creases. Available in full, queen or king sizes.

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Cuddle + Kind

Lola The Llama Knit Toy

$75.00

Available in two sizes (20 or 13 inches), Lola the Llama is an ultra-soft toy that aims to provide comfort and company for its owner, but whose good deeds stretch beyond that. The purchase of each toy translates into 10 meals for kids in need, courtesy of cuddle+kind’s giving partner, WE Charity. The made-in-Peru doll meets the highest safety standards for children, and employs sustainable practices during the production process.

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Damiani

New York: Club Kids: By Waltpaper

$40.00

Authored by multi-media artist Walt Cassidy (aka Waltpaper), New York: Club Kids proves to be a most comprehensive survey of the legendary antics of ’90s nightlife in NYC. Cassidy, a central figure in the subculture, saw firsthand the “artistic, fashion-conscious youth movement that crossed over into the public consciousness.” Though it includes rare photographs, this book is far more than an attempt at archiving an era that bubbled up from the underground; it also works to contextualize modern-day concepts that originated with the Club Kids: “reality television, self-branding, ‘influencers’ and the gender revolution.”

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Ray Geary

Art Starter Kit

$99.00

Carry on where artist Ray Geary left off using this art starter kit from the Whitney Museum of American Art. The set includes one partially done canvas and a set of supplies to finish off the piece as you wish. Each canvas features an unique (incomplete) work, which draws inspiration from influential women artists in the Whitney’s collection, as well as influential women in Geary’s life. It’s a stress-free way to take up art.

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Sam Jayne

Happy Games Hat

$35.00

Designed by LA-based art director and designer Sam Jayne, the Happy Games cap is a cheerful play on the Olympic rings. Embroidered onto the six-panel cotton twill cap, is the ever-familiar Olympic logo, but the bottom right ring has broken free, and is a smiley face—serving as a visual reminder to be a good sport.

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Wild One

Airline Compliant Dog Carrier

$125.00

Intended to carry pooches weighing up to 16 pounds, Wild One’s new Air Travel Carrier is plane- and pet-friendly. Small enough to be placed under regular seats, the carrier features a comfy quilted base mat and mesh panels with retractable screens, should your dog want a view or privacy. Made from neoprene, the outer is washable by hand, while the mat inside can be machine-washed and tumble-dried. The carrier also boasts a handy shoulder strap that doubles as a leash and a panel for sliding it all onto your suitcase.

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Ink+Volt

2020 Planner + Gratitude Journal Bundle

$62.00

Made in the USA, Ink+Volt’s 2020 planner and gratitude journal bundle aims to help organize one’s days, weeks and months—and one’s goals, intentions and perspective. The planner is wrapped in a soft-touch suede-like cover. Inside, the structure is broken down by month and week. The journal offers 60 blank daily entries and 10 weekly challenges. There are also surprising notes of inspiration peppered throughout.

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Small Spells

2020 Astro Calendar

$25.00

For those who like to know when there’s a new moon in Aquarius, the delightfully illustrated Small Spells 2020 Astro calendar is full of such divine information. It includes plenty of useful esoteric and astrological notes that will help you prepare for the coming days, weeks and months. Small Spells, which is helmed by Rachel Howe, is based in LA, where Howe also offers Tarot readings.

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adidas

Terrex Free Hiker 2 GORE-TEX

$161.00

adidas’ Terrex Free 2 Hiker GTX (in olive and orange)—the next generation of this favorite style—fuses the brand’s high-performance capabilities and advanced design with all the prerequisites of a sturdy hiking boot. Primeknit uppers, GORE-TEX lining, recycled materials and boost cushioning all sit atop the Continental rubber outsole, providing comfort and stability no matter what’s underfoot. Best of all, the sock-like fit keeps debris, dirt, sand and water out.

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Best Made Co.

Red Sashiko Ball Cap

$68.00

Made from indigo-dyed cotton and adorned with a contrasting red sashiko stitch, Best Made Company’s ball cap fuses traditional Japanese pattern work with Americana. Bolstered by its all-over embroidery, the hat is sturdy and durable. It can also be adjusted using a vegetable-tanned leather back strap.

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Only NY + Brooklyn Museum

Brooklyn Museum Stencil Tee

$38.00

The Brooklyn Museum teamed up with Only NY for merchandise that’s inspired by the museum’s collection. One such item is the Stencil T-Shirt influenced by a specific piece from the printed ephemera archives: a 1978 flyer advertising a “new and different” open house which included two shows, Africa in Antiquity: The Arts of Ancient Nubia and the Sudan and Haitian Art. This boxy T-shirt is available in blue with white lettering and vice versa, and comes in sizes small to XXL.

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House of Waris

Love Conquers All Tea

$27.00

A delicious, soothing blend of 12 botanicals, the Love Conquers All organic tea utilizes rose, saffron, ginger, shatavari and more. This USDA-certified bouquet aims to support energy, focus, productivity and even the libido. The vision of actor, designer and entrepreneur Waris Ahluwalia, and created with the help of leading herbalists, Love Conquers All is one of three debut functional blends—and joins the roster of other thoughtful House of Waris products. Each tea tin includes 12 sachets.

 

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Eone

Bradley Classic Watch

$285.00

Available in dozens of colors and combinations, Eone’s watches can be used by everyone—including the blind and vision impaired. Employing a clever set of magnetized ball bearings and raised number markers, the time can be read using touch. The ball on the watch’s exterior tells the hours, while the one on the face accounts for minutes. With a titanium case, Ronda quartz movement with Swiss parts, and an Italian leather strap, it’s made with quality materials. Best of all, the brand is committed to giving back to charitable initiatives including the Kilimanjaro Blind Trust, Vision Care and The Seeing Eye.

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MAAP

Bunya Brisbane Bramble Cap

$25.00

Made to celebrate MAAP’s ride with Semi-Racer in Brisbane (Queensland, Australia), the Bunya Brisbane Bramble Cap is part of the brand’s Field ride series—wherein familiar local routes are reimagined. Made in Italy from cotton and featuring a special antibacterial sweatband, the cap is one size fits all, but a scrunched elastic band affords plenty of stretch. Its bright blue, red and pink hues will keep a wearer visible on the roads.

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Tetra + neenineen

Elbow Pipe

$70.00

Designed by Ninon Choplin of LA-based studio neenineen, the Elbow Pipe harkens back to the brand’s stoneware tobogan pipe, but has been made for Tetra in an exclusive borosilicate glass edition. This delightfully chubby but ergonomic tube pipe, available in transparent blue or pink, offers a window to watch the smoke within. When not in use, it’s pretty enough to be displayed as an objet d’art.

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COOL HUNTING

COOL HUNTING Omakase 2019

$5,000.00

From our deep respect and adoration of Japanese culture, we drew the word “omakase” (meaning “expert’s choice”) in 2016 to name our annual collection of collaboratively produced, limited edition and early release products we offer readers. This year’s collection of gifts is crafted entirely in collaboration with Japanese artisans. Every design object we’ve developed has function, but to decipher its untold value requires history lessons. With products thoughtfully made by Asahiyaki (now led by a talented 16th generation ceramist), Chi Chi, Grisal, KIUN, Taro Tabuchi, Hajime Shoji, Zillion and others, this is an exclusive and high-quality gift for any Japanophile or lover of textile, design and craftsmanship.

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Jason Freeny

Brick Man Anatomical Puzzle

$99.00

Available in two sizes (either five or 12 inches tall), sculptor and toy designer Jason Freeny’s Brick Man Anatomical Puzzle is fun for kids aged eight and over—and adults, too. Easy to assemble, with just 16 pieces, the 3D puzzle can then be displayed as a playful objet d’art.

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