From artist and skateboarder Jeffrey Cheung—who runs There Skateboards, an offshoot of the SF-based collective Unity which represents and supports queer skaters—this “Colors” deck features his signature figurative art. Available in two sizes (8.25 or 8.5 inches), this skateboard has been made and designed with all types of skaters in mind.
Added: November 2022
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From Intoart, a Peckham-based collective of artists and designers with learning disabilities, this sleep mask was created by Andre Williams. The soft velvet fabric features vibrant orange and pink letters spelling out “Danger!” (perhaps a warning not to wake the snoozer). With a satin headband, this playful accessory measures 20 by 10cm. Price is in Pounds.
Added: November 2022
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A 71-person group book celebrating Pomegranate Press—a Richmond, Virginia-based independent publishing house for contemporary photography, writing and more—Nothing Left but Healing features a plethora of different pieces across its 150 pages. Within the smyth-sewn book are alluring portraits, microphotography, landscapes and more enchanting works.
Added: November 2022
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Suitable for small dogs, the Broccoli Doggie Fleece by Sundae School transforms the cannabis-inspired streetwear brand’s aesthetic into a matching, warm piece for pooches. Featuring their signature broccoli pattern, the fleece is both stylish and functional, fitted with a snap button closure and two back pockets.
Added: November 2022
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From pink foam buildings to couches that resemble jester hats, off-kilter chairs made of resin and wobbly vases, beloved Italian architect, designer and artist Gaetano Pesce expanded the world of design over his 50-year career to include unexpected materials and political and social commentary. Vibrant and inventive, Out in the World With Gaetano Pesce compiles the 82-year-old pioneer’s iconic and never-before-seen work with an essay and interview by critic Sophie Haigney and new portraits by Duane Michals.
Added: November 2022
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From Brooklyn-based Sticky Glass, founded and helmed by Grace Whiteside, the Bubble Pitcher #4 is part of the Bubble collection—full of delightfully bulbous objects in retro-leaning colors. Its handblown nature means that hot liquids and microwaves should be avoided, but this glorious vessel is just as attractive whether in use or on display.
Added: November 2022
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Music supervisor Randall Poster’s labor of love in support of bird conservations efforts by the National Audubon Society, The Birdsong Project is comprised of 242 original music tracks and bird-related poetry recordings by many of the world’s most beloved artists. Available to enjoy on all streaming platforms, the entire compilation has also been assembled into a limited edition, 20-LP box set that comes with Warby Parker “birdoculars.” 100% of the proceeds from sales of the box set—and everything else from The Birdsong Project—will go directly to the Audubon Society.
Added: November 2022
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For the first time one of America’s most influential artists, Frank Stella, is releasing his new series of 22 sculptural works as NFTs. The collection, entitled Geometries, captures the minimalism and boundlessness between painting and sculpture that characterized Stella’s success, featuring sculptures whose complex shapes are a result of 30 years of exploration in computer-aided drafting, digital fabrication and 3D printing. In line with the artist’s endless pursuit of creativity, each NFT comprises file formats for augmented reality, virtual reality, and 3D printing to allow the holder to embark on their own path of geometrical exploration. Price is in Ethereum.
Added: November 2022
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Comprised of thousands of small pieces of sustainably sourced maple, walnut and cherry wood, The Board Smith’s Mosaic is a mesmerizing one-of-a-kind, handmade cutting board, crafted with end-grain construction that has a firmer and long-lasting surface that helps to keep knives sharp. Each board is unique, with the option to choose rectilinear or other types of patterning, as well as a groove for holding or catching juice. Meticulous attention to wood grain direction and joinery makes it a joy to use while ensuring it doubles as a beautiful charcuterie board.
Added: November 2022
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Silky and fresh, SAKE HUNDRED’s flagship drink, Byakko Bespoke (made from 100% Hyogo Yamadanishiki rice) will impress experts and newcomers alike. Very few distilleries polish grains of rice to this level, and the result is crystal-clear junmai daiginjo sake that delights the palate in a refreshingly balanced manner. Now available in the US, it’s more expensive than others in this category, but worthy of special occasions.
Added: November 2022
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From chickens with QR codes to AI systems that farm pigs, the essay collection Blockchain Chicken Farm explains and interrogates how technology and agriculture intertwine in rural China. On the surface, coder and writer Xiaowei Wang’s fascinating compilation charts how rural locations—contrary to stereotypes—have become sites of rapid technological innovation. More broadly, Wang dissects the ideologies behind tech companies that are shaping the world today, the future of global, sustainable foodways and the necessity for humanity within all these systems.
Added: November 2022
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Australian artist Kate Rohde (represented by Pieces of Eight Gallery in Melbourne and Culture Object in NYC) creates wildly colorful, playful objects with resin. With an appearance like an artifact from a fairytale, each unique Chrysanthemum Bowl has been hand-cast in food-safe resin and whether in use or not it adds whimsy to a room. Price is in AUD.
Added: November 2022
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Informed by the minimalism of modernism, the Cube Grinder from Laundry Day is a sculptural take on the cannabis accessory. Comprised of strong lines and four detachable components made from aluminum, the cube features two pieces for grinding and two pieces for storage, all held together by a strong magnetic closure. Either resting on any of its sides or balancing in an angular position, it’s striking enough to display.
Added: November 2022
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An environmental science book by Rachel Carson, Silent Spring was published in 1962 and has captured the attention of audiences ever since. Exploring and explaining the harm that pesticides do to birds, bees and other wildlife, as well as domestic pets and humans, it has been lauded as one of the most influential books of the 20th century. Well-researched, scientific and prophetic, the work has been translated into many languages and was intended to ignite activists to advocate for the planet. This beautiful new 328-page edition features a foreword by Margaret Atwood and an afterword by biologist and environmentalist Edward O. Wilson. Visually, Teagan White provides stunning illustrations alongside photographs from the Documerica archive.
Added: November 2022
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Handmade in Annapolis, Maryland by Collette Bream, this dog toy is crocheted with 100% merino wool, using extra strands to increase durability. Shaped like a hot dog, cactus or sausage link, the endearing toy features hypoallergenic stuffing and a squeaker inside.
Added: November 2022
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Housed inside a Wimbledon 2022 championship tennis ball (with US Open and Roland-Garros options, as well), audio company hearO’s third-generation portable speaker features Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity technology (that also allows two hearOs to pair for stereo sound). hearO’s speakers are designed and assembled in London. Further, the brand offsets its CO2 emissions through involvement with ClimatePartner and The European Nature Trust.
Added: November 2022
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From cinema and fashion to music and fandom communities, there’s an invigorating creative wave coming out of South Korea that’s quickly made an impact within the mainstream. An extensive hardcover book (which accompanies a V&A exhibition), Hallyu!: The Korean Wave explores the intricacies of this culture. Edited by Rosalie Kim, the tome surveys South Korea from the 1950s onward, traversing BTS, Parasite and more. Price is in Pounds.
Added: November 2022
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Glowing with a precise photosynthetic spectrum that’s beneficial to plants, Soltech Solutions’ Hanging Grow Light supports indoor gardening in areas with lower sunlight. The smaller iteration of this luminous system (which includes a guidebook, the LED bulb, one 15-foot fabric cord, an outlet timer, a three-pack of ceiling hooks, two wall fairleads and one swag hook) is ideal for small- to medium-sized houseplants. (A larger version supports bigger plants.) Remarkably, the LED lasts for 15 years, even if used for an average of 16 hours every day.
Added: November 2022
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Autochrome photography was the first commercially available form of color photography, pioneered by Auguste and Louis Lumière in the early 1900s. Historic and precious, many of these images are rarely seen today as exposure to light will cause them to fade. The book Colour Mania: Photographing the World in Autochrome, by curator Catlin Langford, offers unprecedented access to these images, presenting the digitized photographs from the Victoria and Albert Museum’s expansive collection while exploring the impact of photographic technology.
Added: November 2022
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Designed by Andrew O Hughes for design-forward smokeware brand Tetra, the Polytope Ashtray is a functional decorative object, made from rose-citrine dichroic glass that was hand-cast into a rhombus shape. Artful and entrancing, the ashtray shape-shifts through colors as the lighting changes.
Added: November 2022
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An embroidered lobster and a lemon wedge adorn the Fabric Le Homard Bib from Chez Diane, the design studio created by drag performer Steak Diane. Available in retro-leaning gingham or striped patterns, each bib comprises a double layer of 100% cotton and features a plastic snap closure. This accessory perfectly blends nostalgia with practicality, as well as a touch of kitsch.
Added: November 2022
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Swirling with color and character, these mini cat figures from ceramicist Eleni Kontos double as ring holders. The series features different cats, each in various poses from kitties stretching and sitting to rolling around. They are sold separately but specific cats can be ordered upon request.
Added: November 2022
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From London-based fashion and design brand Eley Kishimoto’s collaboration with UK-based Japanese gardening outfit Niwaki, these arm covers utilize the former’s inspiring, electric “Flash” pattern. Ideal for gardening (or crafting), these covers—made from 16-ounce canvas—act as a protective set of sleeves. To enhance functionality, they incorporate an elasticated top and ribbed cuffs.
Added: November 2022
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Providing a sense of calm clarity, Prismatic Plants’ Good Day tincture combines adaptogens with cannabidiol to combat stress and anxiety. Eucalyptol improves brain function and alertness, while various other essential oils and terpenes provide benefits from improved focus to elevated moods. Prismatic Plants also donates proceeds to various initiatives including The Hood Incubator, Women’s Voices and the Weil Foundation.
Added: November 2022
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LA-based Atelier Saucier is an eco-minded studio that aims to elevate tablescapes while working with sustainable, recycled and repurposed fabrics. The Rainbow Denim Napkins (part of their signature collection) have been crafted with 100% premium reclaimed fabric that’s soft but sturdy, and each boasts a different, contrasting edge that adds a cheerful splash of color. The generously sized napkins measure 17 by 17 inches, and pair well with the Rainbow Chambray coasters.
Added: November 2022
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Limited to 750 hand-numbered editions, the gorgeous Plants of the Americas is the first facsimile the edition of Selectarum stirpium Americanarum historia (1763) by botanist Nikolaus von Jacquinheld, an epic tome that’s part of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew in England. With 264 beautiful and accurate illustrations reproduced from the original, hand-painted ones by Austrian botanical artists the Bauer brothers, it’s quarter-bound in goatskin, features cloth sides and veltique paper pages. This epic tome will thrill science, art and nature lovers.
Added: November 2022
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