From Philadelphia-based YOWIE (helmed by Shannon Maldonado), the Zipper Candle is a reminder to open up to the unknown. A smoky yet slightly sweet aroma is bolstered by notes of black pepper and bergamot, together conjuring up a mysterious, beguiling fragrance that hints at exploration. The soy candle’s sleek, black packaging further imbues the Zipper with an air of intrigue.
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Merging 3D printing with ceramic and floral artistry, Homa Studios and Pétales et Plantes collaborated on a collection of unique vases which includes the delightfully eclectic Trio. With an unusual tilt and funky waves, the Trio vase accentuates any floral arrangement held within.
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Crafting bags and luggage since 1935, Tokyo’s Porter-Yoshida & Co looked to the iconic MA-1 flight jacket as inspiration for their signature TANKER shoulder bag. Like the garment, the bag features durable nylon in sage green with an interior taffeta lining in bright orange. Interior pockets, an adjustable strap, expansion zip and outer pockets with enclosures ensure the bag provides plenty of organization and space.
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When London’s rave scene began in the late ’80s, it ignited a culture around uninhibited style, the Roland TB-303 synthesizer and blissful hedonism. More than wild revelry, the scene—dubbed acid house—became a meeting place for people across genders, sexualities, class and race. That unity is revealed in former The Times editor and photographer Dave Swindells’ book Acid House As It Happened. Swindells, who followed the scene from its infancy to today, chronicles the explosion of the subculture through photographs that show how acid house exposed people to new ideas and ways of being. Price is in Euros.
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Paris-based independent apparel brand Carne Bollente’s sex positive ethos manifests once again in their delightfully suggestive One and Only Towel. Through artist Mike Wilcox’s vivid, bright hues depicting different labia, the towel is a plush and bold celebration of vulvas.
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Oslo-based Varsity Headwear’s first hat made with recycled ocean plastic, the The SEAQUAL cap uses yarn from SEAQUAL Initiative, an organization dedicated to ocean waste management. Varsity turned this fabric (100% post-consumer recycled polyester that contains upcycled marine and land plastics) into a relaxed and refined shape. Designed to be wind- and wrinkle-resistant, the quick-dry cap is available in pine green, blue, beige, khaki or black—in size small to XL.
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Contemporary artist Daimon Downey’s geometric and seashell-filled artwork lines either end of this vintage-style SUNNYLiFE float, evoking images of dreamy European summers. The hammock shape doubles as a floating lounge (when used lengthwise) or submerged chair (when sitting in the middle). It features inflated pillows on either end, as well as cotton-backed PVC, ensuring it is as comfortable as it is retro.
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Designed for all genders, Nina Chanel Abney’s new collaboration with Nike’s Jordan brand sees the contemporary artist applying her signature style to basketball iconography. Though all the bright, bold pieces in the capsule collection inspire (including the covetable Air Jordan High and Low 2 SE), the hoodie, with puff-print graphics on cozy fleece fabric, is certainly a highlight. Chanel Abney grew up in Chicago and collected basketball cards and Bulls memorabilia, which underscores the authenticity of the collaboration.
Image courtesy of Shaniqwa Jarvis
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In 2003, iconic Atlanta-based hip-hop duo OutKast—aka Big Boi and André 3000—released their split album Speakerboxxx/The Love Below wherein each artist created their own record, but released them as one. Big Boi’s 808-driven Speakerboxx leans into southern hip-hop via electronic and soulful flair. On the flip side, André 3000’s The Love Below overflows with eccentricities, combining R&B, electronic, jazz and funk. Altogether, the 40-track album—available as a 4LP vinyl set—remains a powerhouse.
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Sisters Ann and Janet Chung combined their Korean roots and Texas upbringing to create their Original Bulgogi Sauce, a mouthwatering marinade flavored with toasted sesame seeds, garlic, black pepper and a hint of apple juice. Based on their family’s recipe, the sauce is gluten-free, kosher and very versatile; suitable with everything from barbecues to Korean staples and beyond.
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This combed cotton terry cloth bag from Denmark- and Delhi-based Bongusta is handmade by artisans in India. The bag comes in a range of fun, striped color combinations, including pink and red, sea foam and teal, camel and blue and more. Price is in Danish Kroner.
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Made by equestrian brand Schulz, the 1912 Groom Bag pairs practicality with luxury sensibilities. Offering plenty of space and different compartments made specifically for riding gear, the bag comes with a slim, light charger that slips into the front pocket—a very useful feature for long show days. Take out the removable insert, and it all turns into a regular backpack. Crafted from vegetable-tanned recycled polyester, it’s also waterproof.
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Teenage Engineering’s sleek, portable high-fidelity OB-4 enhances traditional radio and speaker capabilities while delivering new music listening experiences. Compatible with line input, Bluetooth, FM radio and disk, the OB-4 produces powerful sound through four tailor-engineered speaker elements and two four-inch bass drivers, lasting 40 hours on a single charge. The true magic of the speaker, however, is its ability to memorize everything it plays on an endless looping tape so users can rewind the radio and remix music, opening doors to endless creativity. The innovative device comes in red or black colorways.
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Manhattan Berry is an elevated, all-natural and lightly carbonated non-alcoholic cocktail from Mocktail Club that succeeds in balancing a multitude of flavors. A first taste reveals a fruit-forward profile, with blackberry and pear shrub, that’s not overly sweet. Ginger, apple cider vinegar and tea-infused spices finish the beverage, providing warmth, depth and complexity. Price reflects a four-pack.
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From LA-based HOHO COCO—a brand founded by Janice Lee that centers on social consumerism, specifically online—this “AdBlock Pro” cap is for those who adore the pop-up-blocking plugin. Available in various colorways, it’s one-size-fits most. The brand has plenty more off-kilter and silly slogans available, but they also offer personalized hats and caps.
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From Beaverton, Oregon’s beloved family-owned Vietnamese restaurant Tân Tân Café & Delicatessen comes their coveted Mom’s Hot Chili Sauce which stems from the matriarch’s own recipe. The punchy sauce gets its kick from habanero and red chili peppers, before giving way to earthy aromatic notes of lemongrass, garlic and ginger. A touch of molasses provides sweetness, rounding out the potent, complex condiment.
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This “Abortion Access is a Community Responsibility” button acts as a reminder that we all play a role in making sure people who have abortions remain safe. That means we can all “aid and abet” by donating to local clinics and abortion funds, volunteer, share information and always support individuals in our lives who are seeking or have had abortions. The backs on these buttons feature a sticker from AidAndAbetAboriton.com, a site that redirects to Shout Your Abortion.
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From Dutch artist Parra (aka Pieter Janssen), this 100% cotton jacquard towel features a depiction of a woman dramatically curved over a bike, traveling backward. Available in indigo or pink, each side of the accessory is an inversion of the other.
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A compelling reflection on history and culture, The Only Woman by Oscar-nominated documentary filmmaker Immy Humes celebrates women in male-dominated fields while illustrating the absurdity (and perils) of tokenism. From 1860 to present day and across 20 countries, Humes spotlights pioneers and disruptors, re-contextualizing gender equality and paying tribute to famous and overlooked musicians, astronauts, railroad workers, sportspeople, politicians, activists and more.
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Herbaceous and tinged with smoke, this limited edition candle from Bohemian Rêves aromatically attests to the expansive beauty of florals, as depicted in the accompanying book A Weed is a Flower: Artful Cannabis Photography. Made with soy wax and beeswax in collaboration with Portland, Oregon’s Maak Lab, this candle intoxicates with notes of jasmine, vetiver and terpenes.
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Available in camel, navy or black, this Yankees cap by Texas-born Gladys Tamez is an elevated, handcrafted take on a classic. Made from 100% felt velour, the hat features a grosgrain sweatband and a hand-cut felt version of the baseball team’s logo. The artisanal cap comes in sizes XS to L.
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The Covid-19 pandemic and gentrification have threatened small businesses and iconic establishments in LA’s Koreatown, as well as the livelihoods of many in the neighborhood. To document, commemorate and celebrate the area, photographer Emanuel Hahn composed Koreatown Dreaming, a photo book that comprises the stories of 40 small businesses and immigrants with poetry and essays by Katherine Yungmee Kim, Lisa Kwon, Cathy Park and Dumbfoundead. 10% of the book’s profits will be donated to Koreatown non-profits.
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Named for the mythical bone-collecting wolf woman, La Loba—a story that originated with indigenous peoples of northern Mexico and southwestern United States—this wine from Tank Garage features artwork of a woman with a snarling wolf’s head. Inside the bottle is a blend of 45% Chenin Blanc, 44% Petit Manseng, 10% Bianchetta Trevigiana and 1% Orange Muscat—all from the mineral-rich terroir of El Dorado County. With citrus notes as well as fruits including apricot and peach, the wine is vibrant and fresh with acidity and minerality. Tank Garage will donate $1 from every bottle sold to women-centric organizations UN Women, Fos Feminista and Center for Reproductive Rights.
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From Paris- and NYC-based multi-disciplinary collective Saint-Lazare, the Laundry Bag was designed by the studio’s graphic team and manufactured in Massachusetts with Steele Canvas Basket Corp—a company that has specialized in durable canvas products for over a century. Perfect as a laundry hamper, this sizable and sturdy 100% cotton tote can also be used as a beach bag, for carrying groceries and more. Price is in Euros.
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From architecture and design critic Alexandra Lange, Meet Me by the Fountain: An Inside History of the Mall regales readers with the surprising history of these nostalgic shopping institutions. Laying out the roles of consumerism and community, the author paints an eye-opening picture of the rise and decline of these contradictory marketplaces.
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LikeMindedObjects collaborated with Francesca Capone to create a loom kit that includes not only the loom but a book and video to guide users through the DIY process. Using the loom, it’s possible to take waste fabrics and create 18 by 18-inch tiles that can then be sewn together to create blankets, pillows, upholstery and garments. Created as a response to the fact that the US exports waste garments to other countries (Ghana receives 15 million used shirts per month), this DIY kit reminds us about our over-consumption, and 5% of the proceeds will go to the OR Foundation Second Hand Solidarity Fund, which works to mitigate the second-hand clothing waste crisis in Ghana.
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