Iris Apfel

USB vibrators, mealworm meals and Ford's new concept car in our weekly look at the web

The New York Times profiles 90-year-old fashion icon Iris Apfel, who over the years gained notoriety for her style choices—most notably her round glasses. In addition to a new book and upcoming film, the free-spirited New Yorker will soon parlay her look into a tangible line, selling it on the surprisingly savvy HSN this September.

Bug Originals

USB vibrators, mealworm meals and Ford's new concept car in our weekly look at the web

The Atlantic’s Daniel Fromson has lunch with Marian Peters, the brains behind Amsterdam’s Bug Originals. Discussed over a plate of mealworm fried rice, Peters aims to make bugs a mainstream protein source through her line of insect-based meals and a cookbook with revered entomologist Arnold van Huis.

Sling Bag

Topo Designs' clean one-strap backpack for comfier commuting

Topo Designs‘ newest addition to their line of heritage-inspired bags, the sling bag, has a slim profile designed for ease of use during daily commutes. The single shoulder strap handily slips on and off when you need it, while a small stabilizer strap keeps the bag stable while wearing it messenger-style. Functionally speaking, leather lash tabs and seatbelt webbing pull tabs on the back are …