These are revolutionary days. There is no better time or way to contribute to the dismantling of the systemic racism that has worked against Black people in myriad ways, than putting your money toward progress. Black-owned businesses have suffered mightily in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, with a staggering 41% shuttering since February of this year, according to a report from the National Bureau of Economic Research. This is on top of the already deeply rooted and seemingly insurmountable racial wealth gap, and the everyday discrimination and hurdles that Black-owned businesses face…
Read MoreWhether climbing rocks on the shore, turning soil and planting vegetables, stopping to smell the lilacs on a woodsy stroll or simply bringing home a bodega haul of tulips for your city apartment’s kitchen table, there is great comfort to be found in the natural world. Nature displays itself across a full spectrum, from beautiful chaos to perfect order, and the questions it asks of us as humans are myriad yet completely free of judgement. For simple pleasures in uncertain times, turn your face to the sun or stars, get barefoot in the grass or place a single, leafy treasure at your bedside.
Read MoreYes, we’ve watched the videos and mastered the most effective handwashing techniques, we’ve practiced complicated methods of disinfecting groceries and we’ve accepted masks and gloves as our new normal. We’re doing our very best to keep everything and everyone in our care as clean as possible, and we know that by remaining diligent and taking precautions we’re contributing to a greater good. It may not always feel like it, but staying home and staying safe helps everyone – so let’s keep it up. While you’re at it, consider some exquisite, small-batch products to help make this time more pleasurable…
Read MoreFlowers are in bloom and the leaves have woken up in chartreuse as nature ushers in a new season. While many of us prepare to celebrate this weekend, in honor of the mothers and caretakers who brought us here and nurtured us to maturity, we are also mindful of the weight of grief and mourning for lives lost to a virus that has knocked us off our feet, and out of our previous reality. Life and death, like happiness and sorrow, are bound as one — and in this knowledge we can find peace, even joy. Comfort and balance lie in collective compassion, connection, gratitude, and in the enduring, unsinkable power of love. We’re thankful for all of it(and especially for you, mom).
Read MoreIn a new period of social distance and isolation, our spirits are lifted by the Shoppe Object brands that are steadfastly working for the collective good, and to spread positivity in uncertain times. So many companies are donating proceeds to agencies in need, some are sharing knowledge by posting extensive resource pages with guidance for where we can seek and offer help, others are making inspiring things that allow us to occupy our excess time indoors in creative and productive ways. For all of them, we are grateful.
Read MoreGreat antidotes to stress come in many forms. From virtual meetups with friends or classes that keep us moving, to nourishing, cleansing and even sexy self-care rituals — we’re looking for every which way to feel good right now. Breaks from the news are a must, staying well is key, and striking some balance in our new normal requires factoring in as many uplifting moments as we can. Here, some brands to help you find your way.
Read MoreLook for the helpers, said Fred Rogers. We’ve found quite a few among the community of Shoppe Object brands who are gathering their will and utilizing their strengths to aid in the global fight against COVID-19. From making masks and PPE for friends and front-line defenders, to donating proceeds from sales to agencies of change, we’re so inspired by the outpouring of goodwill by our friends and neighbors. Here, a selection of brands making a difference right now.
Read MoreWhether tuning in to virtual meetings (looking halfway presentable) or sequestering away from the kids to bang out a few emails (in the bathroom), doing our best at working from home is the new normal for many of us right now. Though we miss the physical company of our co-workers and communities, we must take comfort in our cocoons – making productivity and a semblance of peacefulness a priority. We recommend tidying up, and a few beautiful things to surround you.
Read MoreAs we practice social distance and navigate uncharted waters, take time to find stillness in solitude. In this strange and temporary reality, remember we are all in this together. Reach out to loved ones, check in on your neighbors, and most importantly, be gentle with yourself. Here are some products to inspire a collective comfort — all available directly through the vendor websites on Shoppe Object’s community page.
Read MoreNow more than ever, our neighborhood artisans, creators, and independent retailers need our support. As we care for ourselves and our loved ones, please keep the many small businesses that cannot afford a drastic pivot in operations at the top of your mind. Whether purchasing staples from the corner store, buying online from a smaller company, committing to that special object you’ve been eyeing for months, or buying a gift certificate to your favorite (and temporarily-closed) establishment for future use — the little guys need us now! Visit our community page. Each image links out to a website where you can often shop direct.
Read MoreHey blue, ocean eyes, sky, hydrangeas and delphinium, infinity. Blue – the world’s most popular favorite color and the one least found in nature – makes a strong statement this season in the palest iterations that feel as fresh as a newborn, dark, inky, well-deep tones and everything in between. See how designers are spinning the hue of the year, only at Shoppe Object.
Read MoreArtek was founded in Helsinki in 1935 by four young idealists: Alvar and Aino Aalto, Maire Gullichsen, and Nils-Gustav Hahl. Their goal was “to sell furniture and to promote a modern culture of living by exhibitions and other educational means.” In keeping with the radical spirit of its founders, Artek today remains an innovative player in the world of modern design, developing new products at the intersection of design, architecture, and art.
Read MoreThe new neutrals take a cue from the natural world in shades of earth and deep sea. For a fresh take on the classics, we encourage you to broaden the spectrum and explore the new easy hues across a range of accessories for the home and body. Find a world of products that inspire — only at Shoppe Object.
Read MoreA family business for eighty years, Vitra is a Swiss company dedicated to improving the quality of homes, offices and public spaces through the power of design. Creating innovative products and concepts with great designers is Vitra’s essence. They are developed in Switzerland and installed worldwide by architects, companies and private users. With its classics Vitra represents groundbreaking 20th century design.
Read MoreMarimekko was one of the first brands to introduce their prints across fashion, accessories, and home categories – ultimately birthing the concept of a lifestyle brand. For almost 70 years, Marimekko has been pushing the boundaries between art, design, fashion and architecture by marrying functional everyday objects with original artworks. Explore Marimekko’s latest home collection at Shoppe Object.
Read MoreAll hail the snail mail! Nothing expresses thoughts and sentiments quite like a handwritten note. In this increasingly digital world, Shoppe Object has gathered all the goods to set the stage for putting pen to paper. Charming cards, exquisite writing instruments, luscious journals, tactile desk tools — the very best stationery lines abound this season. And here’s a taste!
Read More“We are high on simplicity, stripping away noise like it’s a fine art. Rather than adding colors, we are reducing the use of them from a design perspective as well as from an environmental perspective, always focusing on the longevity of the piece and the design.”
Read More“We continue to be fascinated by geologic color, especially rocks and minerals. Things that were thrust up out of the Earth or eroded by the ocean. We do lots of glaze color tests and our rule of thumb is generally; would we stumble upon this color while hiking?”
Read MoreWith our fourth edition just around the corner, we enter this new decade with bright eyes, full hearts, bold ideas, and a sunny outlook on what lies ahead. Here’s to you, our community, and to the promise of a visionary year.
Read MoreAn expert in historic photographic techniques and a connoisseur of the art-object, Jefferson Hayman’s work merges early photo processes and vintage or one-of-a-kind frames, inviting viewers into an alluring portal of subject and places that conjure the mystique and poetic expression of analog film. We were drawn to his love of New York, his meditative studies of water, and to his tonal still lifes, which capture the permanence of everyday objects in an almost spiritual form.
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