We’ve brought together a selection of our six favorite South African wines from Cool Hunting’s recent safari in Zambia, which were provided by the talented winemakers at Backsberg Estate Cellars. From a classic pinotage to a fruity chenin blanc, these regional flavors are sure to transport you to the country’s majestic land.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Cool Hunting + Backsberg Estate Cellars
There’s no hole in the design of this bucket, which doesn’t mess with anything—unless you count a major upgrade to material and mechanics. Replacing dated plastic and metal versions, Wacky Practicals’ Collapsible Bucket is constructed from soft rubber that makes it light for use and easy to smash down and store.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Wacky Practicals
There’s nothing precious about K/LLER’s Petite Engraved Horn Pendant made in collaboration with motorcycle engraver Otto Carter. Brass is the name of the game, both on the hand-cast pendant and the blackened metal chain.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by K/LLER + Otto Carter
A collaboration between two strong American brands—Faribault Woolen Mill and Duluth Pack—the Trapper Wool Scout Pack is both handsome and handmade. Lined with sturdy cotton canvas with adjustable leather straps, the timeless bag is built to last for decades.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Faribault Woolen Mill + Duluth Pack
With just a hint of ’70s kitsch, this Elephant Air Plant Pod by Claylicious serves as a nice little upper for your desktop. The ceramic figurine houses a tuft of soil-independent greenery, so you’ve got a little bit of life without any of the mess.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Claylicious
Central Saint Martins grad and experimental French designer Marlene Huissoud spent 24 hours drawing the pattern on her 100% silk Pixel Scarf. The result is a mesmerizing grid of tiny color blocks that from far away seem a vibrant wash of saturated hues, and up close, something akin to stained glass.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Marlene Huissoud
Food enthusiasts will delight in poring through this second printing of “Beard on Food”, originally published in 1974. The volume contains a collection of the prominent food critic’s writings and more than 200 recipes.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by James Beard
Amp up your hammock game with Michele Varian’s beautiful, bohemian riff on the classic. The Recycled Fiber Swing weaves together sturdy, colorful ropes in a cozy, kill-an-afternoon chair that adds a real dash of something different to a room or terrace.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Michele Varian
Berlin’s Five Elephant micro roastery is committed to directly sourcing their beans in the most socially and environmentally responsible way. Blendo is a mix of Directly Traded Brazilian washed beans, creating a full-bodied experience with hints of chocolate and berries.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Five Elephant
This handsome handmade jewelry box comes in several varieties of ethically sourced wood. Created by architect-turned-designer Aaron Portiz, its classic styling and proportion suit both men and women.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Aaron Portiz
Sharing photos with loved ones doesn’t mean gathering around the projector or hardcover photo album anymore. Tech-centric times call for tech-centric solutions and LaCie’s FUEL is just that: pair up to five devices for without cable or internet to share files and stream on Apple TV. No more wires or A/V fails getting in the way of sharing memories.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by LaCie
Shooting hoops indoors just got way more luxe. Killspencer’s Indoor Mini Basketball Kit is made in their LA workshop and features a 24k gold-plated rim mounted on a black maple backboard and a black leather net. Consider it a touch of playful luxury perfect for blowing off some steam or goofing off on the clock.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Killspencer
Ideal for conference calls on the run, hand-free FaceTiming or steady time-lapse videos, the compact tripod for iPhone from Kenu is lightweight and super portable. Designed specifically for the iPhone, the stand uses your device’s Lightening port without draining its battery.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Kenu
Made in America by 150-year-old Fairbault Woolen Mill, the vibrant wool Turn Me Loose throw is cozy and attractive. Each blanket is made of 100% fluff-loomed fine merino rose-colored wool with a contrasting creme warp and playful fringe.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Faribault Woolen Mill
Made in NYC of water-repellent, DWR-treated 14.5oz duck cotton canvas, SSCY’s slender Tack Sling is designed to adapt to urban living. The convertible bag features two
separate compartments and can be worn as a backpack or as a tote that opens up and is able to carry larger, odd-shaped items.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by SSCY
Jill Platner discovered her love of metal working in NYC while attending the Parson’s School of Design, and began creating jewelry as a side project to her sculptural pieces. Whether you’re a Bowie fan or just want a piece with a bit of energy, her sterling silver baby bolt pendant will add a little zap to your wardrobe.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Jill Platner
Expand your mind in multiple dimensions with a game of pot leaf chess. The 32 pieces come in the shapes of bongs, bowls, joints, pot leafs and more.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Stonerware
SIGMA continues to revolutionize photography with the dp2 Quattro camera, which offers a perspective close to human vision. The camera incorporates a newly developed Foveon X3 image sensor that processes photos in three pixel layers, resulting in 3D-like photographs with rich colorful detail.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Sigma
Classic meets modern with Travelteq’s tablet case, which houses your 7” tablet, Moleskine notebook, and business cards in vegetable-tanned Florentine Vacchetta leather. The Dutch design company promises quality, with each case handmade in Italy.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Travelteq
An athletic cap might most often be seen on one’s head, but thanks to the wonders of 3D-printing, design firm Jean-Louis Casquette now brings them to your fingers. Their sports cap-styled rings are made from bright nylon fibers for a fun and punchy use of ubiquitous imagery.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Jean-Louis Casquette
Cole Haan’s oversized leather tote can pack in everything you need—with style. The woven exterior offers a sophisticated, textured feel, while the interior faille lining in blazer blue keeps any leaky contents from harming its sheen. All the hardware is a luxuriant 9K gold, but this tote is designed to be used, and useful.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Cole Haan
If you’re looking to ice your spirits without watering them down, this silicon mold produces a diagonal, ski-slope like slice of ice that simply won’t over-dilute a drink. It’s ideal for chilling whiskey and letting it open over time as ice slowly gives way to water, but works with basically anything, alcohol-based or other.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Uncommon Goods
Regardless of how fast any phone or tablet user can type on a touchscreen, there’s nothing like a full keyboard. This slender, portable set—available in a variety of colors—wirelessly pairs with anything iOS. But its added features, from a soft-to-the-touch FabricSkin which wards off crumbs and spills to the extensive battery life, make it a convenient must-have.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Logitech
For those who are toting their dogs around, it’ll be hard to find one more appropriate and stylish than this offering from Cloud7. It incorporates a removable undyed sheep’s wool inlay and a safety leash. The outside structure is adjustable (and washable) and crafted from 100% cotton canvas. And, altogether, it just looks cute.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Cloud7
Staking its claim on a tried-and-true classic, the Walnut Hand Mirror by Fellow Barber doesn’t mess with what works. The simple, round mirror features oil-rubbed walnut with a beveled edge and a six-inch mirror—handcrafted in the US.
Added: November 2014
This product is sold by Fellow Barber
