Confetti Necklace

Based in Brooklyn, New York and run by two RISD alums, Peppercotton makes costume jewelry that flaunts wild personality in the most sophisticated manner—Swarovski crystals have never been so fun. The brand’s handmade Confetti Necklace is a cause for everyday celebration, with a rainbow of stones all wrapped in nylon mesh tubing and finished with silver clasps.

A Designer’s Guide to Neighborhood Spots

Navigating a new neighborhood for the best spots to eat and shop can be a daunting task, and apps like Yelp prove to be no help as they overwhelm users with underwhelming options. To alleviate this, NYC-based design agency Hyperakt is offering a different take on the common city guide with a new website called On The Grid, which features curated lists of unique neighborhood …

The Making of The “Walking New York” Cover

Renowned French street artist JR has teamed up with The New York Times Magazine for a striking new cover for the upcoming “Walking New York” special edition zine. From afar, the image of 20-year-old immigrant Elmar Aliyez is seen striding across the cover but, upon closer inspection, the photo is actually an overhead shot of Flatiron Plaza, where yellow cabs and oblivious New Yorkers navigate …