Interview: Davis Smith of Cotopaxi

Inside the innovative social business combining global causes with outdoor gear that's built and designed to last

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The desire to see the world, step outside one’s own boundaries and see how others live is human nature. Davis Smith, founder and CEO of socially conscious outdoor company Cotopaxi, spent much of his childhood outside his native US in developing countries around the world. Inspired to alleviate the poverty he saw and to give hope to those in dire circumstances, the serial entrepreneur turned …

Nathan Friend’s Digital Spirograph

With musician and programmer Nathan Friend’s digital spirograph, it takes zero artistic ability to create mesmerizing geometric designs. Friend’s digital version of the elementary school art toy adds infinite color possibilities, and the simple click of the erase button allows you to undo mistakes. An online gallery lets you upload your masterpiece or view designs created by others. Make sure to set an alarm if …

Just One Eye’s Ulysses Tier 1 Disaster Relief Kit

The ultimate disaster kit created by an LA concept shop with the help of veteran US Navy SEALs

Hidden within a building in Hollywood, Paola Russo’s destination boutique Just One Eye is full of contemporary fashion, art and objects. Valentino feather stilettos can be found next to Murakami sculptures and cases full of jewelry. But when Russo wants to really surprise her customers, she thinks big—as is the case with the Ulysses Tier 1, the ultimate survival kit. The forward-thinking retailer teamed up …