Totokaelo Opens in Soho, NYC

The fashion brand makes a statement with its East Coast arrival in a dream apartment-like space

It’s rewarding to be able to grow alongside a brand you love and follow its evolution. And as longtime Totokaelo fans, we’ve observed the thoughtful fashion purveyors develop and extend their philosophy far beyond the doors of their original brick-and-mortar store in Seattle—from their first dive into e-commerce in 2008 to the launch of their sister brand Totokaelo Art-Object in 2012, offering handmade art and …

Maison & Objet 2015: be-poles’ L’Article Collection

The typography-loving French studio makes everyday items appealing

Graphic design studio be-poles—founded in 2000 by architect Antoine Ricardou and with offices in Paris and New York—has worked with the likes of Colette, Diptyque and The Nomad Hotel, among many others. And, like many creative companies, the studio has evolved into a multi-disciplinary endeavor and now has its own product line. It all started eight years ago, when be-poles first branched out into product …

A Hawaiian Pop-Up Shop Opens in Brooklyn

Nearly 40 of Hawaii’s most talented local designers have teamed up to bring the island spirit to the East Coast through a week-long pop up shop, taking place at Brooklyn’s Kinfolk 90 space. Offering everything from sunglasses to ceramics, ukuleles and even the island favorite SPAM, the “Flux Hawaii General Store” promotes the Aloha State’s diverse modern culture while exploring its rich history. The pop-up …