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Rachel Kim Raczka

Allbirds’ new eco-friendly Trail Runner SWT shoes are made for adventure

Made from natural fibers, these sneakers are perfect for hitting both the trails and rugged urban streets.

I’ve tested dozens of kitchen products. These are the most ingenious ones

From a toaster that steams to a multitasking Dutch oven, these are my favorite kitchen goods—the ones that have passed my multitude of tests.

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These faux shearling bed frames from Parachute could be the beds of the century

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Save your back. Look stylish.

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Take your pick: lychee, mango, or calamansi.

This meditation training device will help you make mindfulness part of your daily routine

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FlexiSpot’s affordable standing desks: review

FlexiSpot’s Kana Bamboo Standing Desk is affordable, attractive, and easy to use.

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The new Cloudstratus running shoe has a specially engineered midsole that’s bouncy and stable—and looks fashionable.

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Plus New Balance’s classic sneakers get a stylish Bandier upgrade.

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From peel-and-stick wallpaper to a modular bookcase that grows with you.

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