The Bellroy Notebook Cover is a true improvement on something I didn't think could be improved upon.

The Freedoms are not without their compromises — the finicky fit, short battery life, and sub-par active use makes them a hard sell. But those trade-offs do allow the Freedoms to be near perfect bluetooth earbuds for daily use. They're small and attractive, they sound good, they come with a useful app, and their dual-device feature solves all connectivity issues.

My love for the zipper comes from a sensory place — it's a tactile ritual every time you take out the wallet.

There's no telling where Field Notes Brand will go in the next year. No matter what they do though, it's safe to say that it'll be useful, unique, and very creative.

For the vast majority of people, the Powerbeats are some of the best all around earbuds you can buy — and undoubtedly so if you're looking for a pair that's wireless.

The ONA Prince Street is a classic messenger bag, designed with the modern minimalist in mind.

Kaweco nailed a perfect balance with the Liliput's writing experience, design, size, and overall build quality.

Quality and reasonable pricing — the Nocs NS500 earbuds are a great happy medium.