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Welcome to another edition of the Drop List, where we—self-proclaimed shopping obsessives—give you the lowdown on the most highly anticipated releases and intriguing launches of the past few weeks. We hope you’ll think of this as a one-stop shop to discover your new favorite brand, an emerging designer, or a fun collaboration straight out of the gate. (And if you’re craving even more Clever content, don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter.)
Friends NYC x Janie Korn
October 25, 2021 - We’re happy to report that Janie Korn (who makes some of our favorite candles) recently teamed up with Bushwick retailer Friends for a darling wax art collab. If you’ve been mulling over the perfect holiday present for your candle art-obsessed friend, Janie’s capsule includes five very gift-able designs, including a pizza slice, friendly face, and Paris Hilton (because that’s hot).
The Last Line
October 26, 2021 - The Last Line has extended its joyful spirit and colorful eye for design to a new collection of homeware that’s perfect for your next dinner party. Although there’s an extensive amount of embroidered linens and handcrafted glassware to peruse, we’re personally drawn to the brand’s floral motifs and Zodiac-clad ceramics that’ll add a touch of whimsy to your tabletop decor.
Flying Coffee x The French Dispatch
October 27, 2021 - If you didn’t get a chance to swing by the West Village pop up shop for Wes Anderson’s newest film, The French Dispatch, don’t fret. You can still get a delicious piece of movie memorabilia with Flying Coffee’s The French Roast collaboration, a nutty blend with chocolatey notes and round, smokey-sweet flavors.
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Aesop
November 1, 2021 - Aesop, one of our favorite body care brands whose fan club includes Kendall Jenner, Aaron Paul, Adam Levine, and many more, recently released a charitable collection of holiday kits to make you feel good inside and out. Collectively called the Anatomy of Generosity collection, each curated set is named after an altruistic archetype and includes fan-favorites like the brand’s Parsley Seed Facial Cleanser, Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm, Hand Wash, and more.
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Backdrop
November 5, 2021 - If a new year calls for a fresh coat of paint, Backdrop is here to help. Last month, the stylish paint company released three new colors: Earthly Delights (light peach), Gin Blossoms (warm lilac), and Silver Lake Dad (slate blue-gray). And for anyone who doesn’t need to cover a ton of area, or anybody who’s just looking to liven up their space with an accent wall, we recommend Backdrop’s new half gallons options, available for all its shades.
Fly by Jing
November 9, 2021 - In need of a cuisine refresh? Last month, the taste mavens at Fly by Jing released easy-to-make frozen dumplings that we think are perfect for lazy meal days and not-basic snacking. Made with fresh ingredients like pork, shrimp, scallop, and mushroom, these warm delicacies will instantly fill your kitchen with the smells and flavors of an authentic dumpling house.
Moonflowers
November 11, 2021 - In November, female-founded saffron brand Moonflowers collaborated with ceramicist Fernando Aciar of NYC-based FeFo Studio on an exciting collection of limited-edition tableware, inspired by the rich colors and textures of saffron. What’s more is that along with each handmade ceramic piece and saffron purchase, you’ll get a delicious saffron-carrot jam recipe to spark culinary inspiration into the holiday season.
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Roam
November 12, 2021 - With that long-awaited trip looming, you might be in the mood for a luggage upgrade. Thankfully, Roam’s newly-launched and very customizable backpack options lets you design your dream travel bag in a variety of designs and unlimited color combinations. Just choose your design online, let Roam’s experts build it for you, and receive your bespoke backpack in just a few weeks.
Grey Goose x Alessi
November 15, 2021 - For the extra-special vodka martini lover on your list, this mixing kit from Grey Goose and Alessi is sure to please. Inspired by the lunar universe, each handsome set contains a bottle of Grey Goose vodka along with a thoughtfully crafted shaker designed by Italian architect Ettore Sottsass, a cocktail measure, bar strainer, and a stirrer, all finished in sleek stainless steel.
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Haus
November 22, 2021 - If a champagne toast for New Year’s sounds played out, consider Haus’s newest Pomegranate Rosemary apéritif to ring in 2022. Available now, we think all of your holiday party guests will enjoy this flavorful mix of tart pomegranate, earthy rosemary, and wild juniper berries that complements anything from dull juices to sparkling water (and even champagne).
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Jiggy x Kacey Musgraves
November 29, 2021 - Fight the slow burn of winter by spending an especially frigid day indoors with this head-scratching puzzle from Jiggy’s latest collaboration with Grammy-award winning artist Kacey Musgraves. Released just in time for the holidays, we think this dream-team collab would be a lovely gift to pick up for the person in your life whose top Spotify stream of 2021 was Star-Crossed.
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Aerangis x Behind Her Vision
December 1, 2021 - For a gift that stimulates all their senses, we recommend this New York City-inspired duo from female founded and AAPI-owned brands Aerangis and Behind Her Vision. Each set contains Aerangis’s musky No. 212 Concrete Jungle Candle and Behind Her Vision’s new coffee table book Women of New York City, which spotlights the exciting lives of groundbreaking journalists, activists, entrepreneurs, artists, and more.
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Wiggle Room
December 3, 2021 - Clever-favorite brand Wiggle Room is setting the vibe with a new collection of signature tables in primary colorways. Drawing inspiration from Alexanders Calder’s artwork, Le Corbusier’s designs, and Bauhaus influences, the bold new hues include Broccolini (green), Negroni (orange), Lemon (yellow), Cobalt (blue), white, black, and a limited-edition Dot Coffee Table inspired by Noguchi’s Akari Light Sculptures.
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