It mildly shocks me that women haven't demanded more variety when it comes to their hair ties. Doesn't it seem strange that we've never really yearned for more beautiful alternatives to the plain, old, fabric-laden rubber band? These are some of the reasons that I absolutely love this copper "hair tube" seen above. Not only is it gorgeous, but it's different from the boring-ass hair ties that dominate the doorknobs in my house (that's where I keep all my hairties, on doorknobs throughout the house - it's actually a great way to always find one when you need one).
Moon Lanterns
Dark Ginger Ale
Holy shit, this is the only mixer you will ever need for making Dark & Stormy's if you don't have access to any ginger beer. The taste is pretty different from regular ginger ale, but in a good way. And if you're ever looking for something new to mix rum with, this stuff is fantastic.
Flow Draining Tray
Available on Ippinka
Available on Ippinka
“Prevent excess water from collecting and bacteria from growing on your dish or soap tray. This self-draining tray is functionally designed with smooth slopes to allow excess water to flow back into the sink.”
The design of this tray is so perfect! You can purchase one on Ippinka, if you're as abnormally into it as I.
Sneaky Cards
“Your mission, should you choose to accept it: become a secret agent of joy, spreading art and intrigue to an unsuspecting public. Inside this box is an interactive scavenger hunt that inspires creativity and rewards audacity: Take a selfie with a stranger, give an anonymous gift, become a flash mob of one.
Complete each objective and then pass the card along to an unwitting accomplice, who now becomes part of the game! The fun is ever-expanding, but it all starts with you - Play it forward!”
So this is kind of an adorable idea. I think it might be meant for children, but I don't really see why adults couldn't be involved as well. Here are some sample cards.
You can see more cards over here.
Cloud Toilet Paper Holder
Anyone who can turn something with a functional household purpose into something beautiful to look at = a winner. God, I love this idea so much.
This is only one piece from a set of "functional concrete home decor" - and you can see the entire collection over here. The series was created by Frenchmen Bertrand Jayr and Lyon Béton.
You Can Buy Dignity
Nail Polish Organizer
Available on PB Teen
Available on PB Teen
Where the hell do women keep their nail polish? In a drawer beside the bed? A washroom cabinet? Why the hell are they always so hidden? I've wanted to proudly display my colours for years now and I've been looking for one of these organizers for EONS. And look how gorgeous!
Absolutely have to get one of these immediately.
Hightek Nail Supply in Mississauga, Ontario
This is probably the best nail polish supply store IN MISSISSAUGA. Check it.
One thing to note: they don't sell any Essie products. I'm not really sure why, but maybe it's 'cause they're so OPI-dedicated? In any case, I've always disliked Essie (with the exception of their base and top coats), so this place is my Xanadu. It's located at 3663 Mavis Road and you can see their hours over here.
Olive Oil Mister
$15 at Crate & Barrel
$15 at Crate & Barrel
I am definitely in that category of people who never measures his/her olive oil when cooking. It's too boring a detail for me to get on board with, I'm sorry. And I know this is a problem 'cause I always overuse my olive oil, which is a shame because you only really need a spritz of it to be cool.
Enter THIS OIL MISTER! I saw this at Crate & Barrel a few weeks ago and it's almost heavenly. Not only does having it cut down your olive oil intake (while saving you money on not having to buy so much olive oil) but it's also fun as hell to use. You're trying to tell me that you don't find joy in misting a pan before using it? You don't see the beauty of a freshly-misted salad? You don't dream of the day you organize your own dinner party solely for the purpose of walking around a dining room table asking if anyone needs anything "misted tableside"? THAT'S NOT YOU?! Okay, maybe that last one is just me. But still. Everyone should own this mister. Or at least everyone with a kitchen and a dream.
Sidenote: Happy Birthday to one of the best humans I know, my brother Robbie. You're amazing to everyone who knows you and I'll never know how you find enough hours in the day to be such an incredible man. I'm lucky as hell to have you in my life and I've been thankful for that since the whole nipple incident all those many years ago. One day, I promise I'll stop telling that story to people. Love you, brother.