“You Suck” Embroidered TopYou probably couldn't wear it to, say, the office, but I like this shirt (and how the embroidered "you suck" elbow patches take you off guard). Fair warning: most of the other sweet-looking tops in this collection are even more profane. (Thanks to Paul Frankenstein for tip!)
$79.00, Locher's
Nusskubus NutcrackerThis nutcracker is composed of two wooden blocks. One block has divots of varying sizes to fit different types of nuts. The other has flat sides. The magic happens when you bang them together. It's somehow both modern and kind of stone age.
$35.00, MoMA Store
Black Dragonfly Vintage Cameo and Turquoise NecklaceAnother pretty jewelry design from Nicole Tirona. I love the look of the black glass cameo and the delicate turquoise beads. How lovely.
$58.00, Etsy
Solid Rose RingI can't get enough of these funky rose rings, and this one definitely has a nice price tag. You can wear it with almost anything.
$3.80, Forever 21
Daisies Grow ShirtThis cotton top is fun and springy. I especially like the cut of the collar and sleeves. Also nice: the orange center of each daisy on the shirt is made of velvet. Try not to touch yourself too much.
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$32.99, ModCloth
Hot Sunglasses Beach TowelThis may be the coolest beach towel ever. It's a cotton pink number designed to look like a pair of shades that Nicole Richie could appreciate.
$20.00, Fred Flare
Chambery Buffet LampsEven though the shade kind of looks like a Rorschach test (Or is it a clown holding a tube of toothpaste? Or a unicorn taking a biology test?), I really dig this slim black and white lamp. I especially like the detailing on the base and the fun tassle.
$115.00 for two, Horchow
Enzo Angiolini Elyza T-StrapsIf you don't mind a three and a half inch heel, these black and white leather shoes look snazzy with anything from a suit to a cocktail dress. I'm sure my mother would approve. Happy Mother's Day!
$99.95, Zappos
Kartell Bourgie Table LampI really dig this lamp by Ferruccio Laviani. It comes in either black or clear plastic. I dream of pairing it with the Philippe Starck Ghost Chair and maybe a whole Ghost apartment. I'll be like Wonder Woman in her invisible jet.
$323.00, Unica Home
Recipe Binder SetsIf I owned this set, it would just gather dust, but for aspiring chefs and domestic goddesses, this is a wonderful thing. You get two pretty binders and everything you need to make your own personal cookbook, including recipe cards, menu planners, and section tabs.
$110.00, Russell+Hazel
Onda Broom and DustpanThis broom, which was designed by Karim Rashid, looks good enough to leave out in plain sight. I like how the dustpan doubles as a stand. It comes in black or white.
$39.99, Container Store
Couple’s Ginkgo Genealogy TreeI thought this looked like a fun idea. You and your husband write out your ancestors' names and birthdays on little gingko leaves. If you're going to attempt this, buying a membership to Ancestry.com might not be a bad idea.
$120.00, RedEnvelope
Vegebom Shea Butter CreamIf my mom had a shopping blog, she'd probably write about this. I picked this up for her a year or two ago, unaware that it was some kind of miracle salve. It really works wonders on dry skin.
$14.99, Walter Drake
Eva Solo Tea BrewerI like this modern take on the teapot. You can pour loose tea leaves directly into the container and add boiling water. It filters out the tea leaves as you pour. (You can see a demonstration here.) This set also comes with two matching tumblers.
$115.00, Mighty Leaf Tea
Jo Malone Orange Blossom Candle