Welcome to another edition of The Drop List, where we, self-proclaimed shopping obsessives, give you the lowdown on the most highly anticipated new products and intriguing launches of the past month. We hope you’ll think of this as a one-stop shop to discover your new favorite brand, an emerging designer, or a fun collaboration straight out of the gate. (And if you’re craving even more Clever content, don’t forget to sign up for our newsletter.)
April 4, 2024 – Cold Picnic unveiled its cherry blossom collection at the start of April, and the charming designs are just what your home is missing. Spanning rugs, bath mats, blankets, as well as wallpaper and upholstery, the collection draws inspiration from Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige detailed landscapes. Head to the Brooklyn Museum where you can see Hiroshige’s work on display until August 4, then make your way to Cold Picnic’s site or the Brooklyn Museum Shop to peruse the cherry blossom collection.
April 8, 2024 – This handsome travel bag from Victorinox is durable and understatedly stylish. It has a lightweight design, antimicrobial lining, and an expandable frame that allows for an extra four centimeters of flexibility (meaning you won’t have to skip any souvenir stops). Available in three neutral colorways, the full Airox Advanced Collection includes carry-on, medium, and large suitcase sizes, as well as a generous warranty.
April 9, 2024 – If you’re still thinking about Shea McGee’s remodeled Salt Lake City home, we’ve got great news. McGee & Co. released their summer 2024 collection, and it’s filled with furniture and decor that capture the designer’s classic-meets-contemporary aesthetic. If you’re looking to start small, we’d recommend one of the wood-tone pieces from the launch—like this elegant burl box that can sit pretty in your entryway or bedroom.
April 9, 2024 – Packed with prebiotics and infused with apple cider vinegar, Poppi’s new lemon lime flavor lets you enjoy soda without the added sugars. And if you’re tired of flavorless seltzers and bland aperitifs—you’ve come to the right place. The brand’s mix of fruity fun and traditional flavors (including classic cola, wild berry, and strawberry lemon) are the ideal complement to take on beach days and park outings all summer long.
April 10, 2024 – If you haven’t read our contributor Sarah’s review of Our Place’s latest and greatest—the titanium Always Pan Pro—what are you waiting for? Swapping the brand’s traditional ceramic nonstick coating with a new “NoCo” or no-coating technology, Sarah told us the updated cookware is a great update to the fan favorite: “I’d enthusiastically recommend this pan for folks like me who have small kitchens, cook at home frequently, and are on the lookout for multifunctional cookware.”
April 16, 2024 – Photographer, director, and best-selling author Todd Selby captures the wildly creative family homes of 41 artists, writers, makers, and designers in The Selby Comes Home. Riddled with Todd’s fun-filled questionnaires, whimsical illustrations, and inventive design, the book is the perfect coffee table accessory for spring (or perhaps even a lovely Mother’s Day gift).
April 16, 2024 – Uniform dressing isn’t just for your wardrobe anymore thanks to the latest home goods from Thom Browne. Earlier this month, the designer took to Salone Del Mobile to showcase a sleep-inspired installation complete with dreamy bedding featuring the designer’s signature four-bar insignia. In addition to bed linens, the line also includes bath accessories (a quilted mat, towels, and robe) made in collaboration with Italian home brand Frette.
April 17, 2024 – Sun at Six has extended its classic eye for design and comfort to a new collection of seats perfect to elevate your space (literally). Made using traditional joinery techniques, white ash, and velvety upholstery, the Ember Collection’s stools are expertly crafted to blend in with your existing decor scheme.
April 18, 2024 – From Troye Sivan‘s lifestyle brand Tsu Lange Yor, BOWL reimagines the traditional decor vessel into a sculptural object that doesn’t sacrifice function. Inspired by liquid forms and the human body, the piece is crafted in recycled brass alloy and is sure to draw focus wherever you incorporate it. And if you’re local to New York, we recommend stopping by the Tsu Lange Yor pop-up at 372 Broome Street from May 3-5.
April 18, 2024 – Snif wants you to have your perfume and eat it too (okay, not literally, but you get the picture). In April, the fragrance makers released their latest and tastiest scents: Slice Society and Soda Snob, inspired by your favorite cheat meal—a savory slice and refreshing pop. Just don’t be surprised if you start getting compliments for smelling delicious.
April 18, 2024 – Caroline Z Hurley’s latest wall covering collection with Concrete Collaborative is built around the design philosophy that less is more. Offering a combination of 36 colors that you can mix and match for a bespoke installation, the tiles will bring a vibrancy to your space in a subtle yet meaningful way.
April 20, 2024 – If you’re looking to shake up your current fragrance routine, K-fragrance brand Nonfiction is here to help. Collaborating with visual artist Koo Jeong (Korea’s representative at the 60th Venice Biennale), Odorama Cities paints a picture of the Korean peninsula with scent memories collected from firsthand accounts—featuring sandalwood, armoise, incense, and tuberose.
April 23, 2024 – Everyone’s favorite aesthetic olive oil brand, Graza, teamed up with metahaiku on a very collectable soap that’ll extend your favorite kitchen staple to the washroom. Rich in vitamins and antioxidants, this faintly citrus-scented bar is the perfect way to cleanse your hands after you’ve finished preparing the night’s feast (even if it’s just instant ramen).
April 25, 2024 – Find your light with this collab from Sara Devic and Fariha Róisín. Together, the pair collaborated on a collection of 56 bespoke lamps made of recycled products (mostly found objects), each accompanied by a haiku written by Fariha. Don’t dillydally—like we mentioned, each fixture is one of a kind, and we particularly like the way this design oozes charm.
April 26, 2024 – Florals for spring may not be groundbreaking, but we promise these aren’t your run-of-the-mill stems. New from Polène, these buds are crafted from upcycled calf leather off-cuts (meaning they’ll never wilt) and mimic the silhouettes of some of your favorite flowers. Available in five different designs and various neutral hues, you can choose just one to peek out of your favorite vase or build a bespoke bouquet (to gift mom in addition to the real one you’ve ordered her).
April 30, 2024 – Blackpink’s Jennie and Korean sunglasses brand Gentle Monster teamed up for a third capsule of enviable eyewear, complete with a shopping experience popping up in major cities around the world. Dubbed the Jentle Salon collection, you’ve likely caught a glimpse of the charming capsule on TikTok; but if not, think bubblegum pink frames, coquettish bows, capybara charms, and these crystalized lenses pictured below.