For this week’s “Don’t Dillydally,” we’ve uncovered new launches from lots of Strategist favorites, including fruit claw clips, Wooj’s foray into cordless lamps, and Barbie-sized Kartell chairs.
Soft Services new Buffing Bar
Yesterday, skin-care brand Soft Services launched a new scent of our favorite exfoliating bar soap. It’s made to smell like a not-yet-ripe green banana with notes of tonka beans and musk, and has all the buffing and moisturizing ingredients in line with the original.
Lisa Says Gah has teamed up with linen brand Piglet in Bed on limited-edition aprons and table linens that look like they’d work well for a backyard dinner party. I’m eyeing this picnic-themed apron featuring spring and summer veggies and fruits.
On the topic of food-themed accessories, San Francisco–based artist Jenny Lemons released a lineup of new fruit and flower claw clips on Sunday. I especially like this strawberry one that features tiny white blossoms.
Brooklyn-based running brand Bandit makes some of my favorite comfortable running shorts, so I was excited to hear about their collection of 100 percent cotton tees, hoodies, and sweats for pre- and post-workouts. Sizes are already selling out, so if you see something you like, make sure you don’t dillydally.
Ahead of summer, Andie Swim and apparel brand Marine Layer collaborated on a line of swimsuits and bikinis. You can now get our favorite one-piece — the Amalfi — in Marine Layer’s signature bright floral patterns.
AAPI-owned brand Verloop known for their colorful knits has expanded their bag and hat offerings. This cute raffia flower bag — made with a tiny top handle and crossbody strap — would be perfect for carrying your phone, wallet, keys, and sunscreen to park hangs and beach days.
Back in February, Batsheva debuted its collaboration with Keds during its New York Fashion Week runway show. And last week, the brand released the two sneakers to purchase, including this vibrant lime-green mesh pair with knitted polka dots.
Wooj’s first cordless lamp
We’re big fans of Wooj’s organic-looking lamps, and the brand announced their first cordless offering yesterday. The Kinoko has more of a mushroom shape compared to the popular Wavy Pendant (which we’ve written about before) and a pleated design as an homage to designer Issey Miyake’s work. You can purchase it now for pre-order, and it should ship out the week of May 27.
Perfume and candle brand Byredo occasionally branches out into other luxury goods under their line “Byproduct.” Their most recent release is a selection of loose leaf teas spanning from green and black tea varieties to less traditional blends. Kaleidoscope features a combination of apple, verbena, lemon balm, orange, and holy basil flavors.
We’ve hit peak Barbie collaborations, but this one seemed worth mentioning. The brand partnered up with Milan-based design company Kartell on a collection of life-size and doll-size chairs. The big ones will run you a couple hundred dollars, or you can furnish Barbie’s DreamHouse with this set for just $60.
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