For those that take fitness as seriously as they take design, look to German newcomer Hock. Founded in 2009 by Kristof Hock, the eponymous label uses only certifiably sustainable and natural materials for its handsome workout gear, while adhering to a forward-thinking design philosophy. The pragmatism of both leads to equipment you can count on workout after workout, year after year.
Added: December 2014
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For the recent graduate, Phil Cleaver shares invaluable practical advice on embarking on a successful career with his economical appendix, “What They Didn’t Teach You in Design School.” Topics range from how to build a strong portfolio to invoicing, with an entire section explaining specific web skills.
Added: December 2014
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For those looking to take their basketball game up a notch, ShotTracker provides extensive analysis from a few small components. A wrist sensor works with a net sensor to register stats to the corresponding iPhone app, which you can then use to track your percentages and compare your efforts with friends.
Added: December 2014
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Urban cycling brand Martone presents a cherry-red helmet in the spirit of equestrian riders. Function meets form in the simple, protective piece designed for urban commuters.
Added: December 2014
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Vermont naturalists Ursa Major combines their handmade Trailside candle with the Willoughby cologne in a gift set that emits gentle aromas of the great outdoors. The candle blends essential oils of cedar, sandalwood, mint, spruce and orange; to go with Willoughby’s mint, ginger and bergamot spice.
Added: December 2014
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Organically shaped, recycled, milky-white beads are strung on adjustable cords with gold cylinder “slinks” in Cape Town-based PICHULIK’s Glass Mink Necklaces—a simple but strong look.
Added: December 2014
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Behold, your beloved plastic action figures with a twist—literally. Just funded on Kickstarter and now available for pre-order, Yoga Joes by Brogamats take on a series of unlikely asana poses with clever charm. Warriors, indeed.
Added: December 2014
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Banish the misery of cramped-up nutcracking hands and messy piles of shells from your life with Take2 Design’s Naomi Nutcracker. The process is simple: place the nut under the nifty-looking coil, hold the base with one hand and then ready, aim, fire! The force causes a swift break and any rogue shell remnants remain tidily within the base.
Added: December 2014
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Dominate the party with OBJCTS’ Bottle-Opening Ring, which conceals a handy tool in a piece of pretty, 3D-printed stainless steel jewelry—brilliant.
Added: December 2014
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Look no further for the perfect pack. Ally Capellino’s Kelvin Waxed Canvas Rucksack pulls off the classic style with a no-frills, but still totally sharp silhouette and durable British construction.
Added: December 2014
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Classic unisex brogues get a punchy update from Kente cloth ethically sourced by weavers in Kumasi, Ghana. The colorful geometric patterns perfectly juxtapose full-grain leather crafted by South African artisans.
Added: December 2014
This product is sold by Kushn
Ippodo has been producing high-quality tea for almost three centuries in the heart of Kyoto, and Matcha is one of their specialties. You can learn the nuances of making it yourself with their beautiful Matcha Starter Kit, an all-in-one set that includes Japanese utensils, instructions in English and 20 grams of Matcha powder.
Added: December 2014
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Westkill, the Brooklyn studio of artists Joe Silver and Justin Horowitz, specializes in hand-painted and screen-printed home goods. Their one-of-a-kind clocks add a splash of character to a room or office.
Added: December 2014
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Discreet and elegant, the Luxury Wood Dugout Kit by Denver’s Elevate Accessories brings subtle sophistication to smoking devices. The handcrafted, tritone wood dugout comes with built-in tobacco storage and an accompanying glass one-hitter with a wild olive tip.
Added: December 2014
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Pen your hopes and dream-scenarios in Kiosk’s neat and cheery Ideal Notebook. The pocket-sized pad comes filled with lined blank pages to get your motivation out onto paper.
Added: December 2014
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Classic with a slightly rugged look, these gloves are deceptively luxurious. They’re composed of deerskin and russet-brown wool tweed with a soft cashmere lining. Though they may look ready for manual labor, spare yourself the trouble.
Added: December 2014
This product is sold by SEH Kelly
Uniform Wares timepieces boast a clean, refined aesthetic that are as sophisticated on the exterior as they are on the inside. Their high-calibre, C35 rose gold watch features Swiss-made Ronda movement, four jewels, sapphire crystal and choice of stylish strap.
Added: December 2014
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Celebrate the colorful and eccentric with these slip-cast, ceramic banana salt and pepper shakers from whimsical Brooklyn designer Michiko Shimada. Each set is carefully hand-crafted in her studio.
Added: December 2014
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Turn your bathroom into a sanctuary with this “skin pruning” tub caddy, made of wood sourced from an old hardware store in Lancaster County, PA.
Added: December 2014
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If you love a chopped salad, this is the kitchen tool for you. The knife’s curved, stainless steel blade lets you chop up a bounty of herbs and vegetables at once, creating a cohesive medley that ensures you get a mouthful of each ingredient in every bite.
Added: December 2014
This product is sold by Goodwin Hartshorn
With a history that spans well over a century, Tärnsjö Garveri has perfected the craft of quality leather making and timeless design. This briefcase is handcrafted at the Swedish manufacturer’s in-house saddlery using vegetable tanned leather from local bovine hides. Classic design, hand-stitched reinforcements protect high stress areas and steel within the flap make this a briefcase to last a lifetime.
Added: December 2014
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The Bose SoundLink Bluetooth speaker packs a serious punch of sound into a small, portable device. Connecting wirelessly to a smartphone or tablet, this lightweight speaker is ideal for those who like to jam out when they’re on the go, and the 8-hour battery life and USB-based recharge make it easy to keep on grooving.
Added: December 2014
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The only bad thing about a good bottle of wine is when it’s finished. Ruffino lets the spirit captured in their Super Tuscan Modus 2011 wine linger longer with their limited edition luminaria, a brushed metal lantern designed by Milan’s Poli.design school and inspired by Renaissance-era Florentine architecture. Handcrafted in Italy, the luminaria and bottle of red are an edition of just 220.
Added: December 2014
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Ippodo has been producing high-quality tea for almost three centuries in the heart of Kyoto. All of their teas come from Japan’s famous Uji region, and their sweetly flowery Kaboku Sencha tea is Ippodo’s highest quality varietal. Paired with the expertly handcrafted kyusu teapot, this kit will undoubtedly delight and impress even the most fastidious green tea drinker.
Added: December 2014
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Spanish chorizo is a staple of charcuterie boards from London to Los Angeles, but not all of the dry cured meats are created equally. Imperial Chorizo is made in New York using the best Spanish paprika and time-tested curing techniques. With hot, mild and white varieties (made with oregano and nutmeg), there’s a flavor for everyone.
Added: December 2014
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Designed by Portuguese-born, London-based designer Hugo Passos, the handmade cork wedge—molded from Portuguese cork supplied by Amorim—is a straightforward way to keep a door open and unobtrusively handsome hanging out on its own when the door’s shut.
Added: December 2014
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