various and sundry

New and noteworthy in the store this week include Tatine's candles, in recycled glass, with great packaging, and clean burning soy wax. My favorite scent has got to be the woodsmoke, followed by the creeping moss, both of which are especially appropriate on this cool and rainy day.

Also, perennial favorite Sven's clogs are back, shearling lined boots and pewter clogs included.
Matta's gold perforated bag is a dreamy complement to the clogs, no?

Warm and playful hats from New Scotland are great, as are Erica Tanov's gauntlet style fingerless gloves, in both bright and earthy shades.


Rounding it all out are a terrific assortment of cheap and cheerful bits and bobs:
recycled rubber bracelets from Africa, $2 each,
Beeswax hand salve, $8, and multicolored bracelets $12 each.

introducing Aki Kano

A new local handbag designer has been making an impression on us, and our customers. Aki's beautiful bags are crafted here in New York out of supple full grain cowhide, soft but long wearing and durable. Her bags really fill a niche: simple, useful, chic, and incredibly well made. I am always surprised how hard it can be to meet these criteria. We've sold out once and are happy to have a new shipment in the store now.
Additionally, thanks to Rebeccah Welsh for the nice interview on the All About Fifth blog.