We've been waiting months for this new Great Jones ceramic cookware collection
Be the host with the most this spring by presenting your potluck in cheery vessels, and to our delight, Great Jones just came in clutch. Today, the brand known for its colorful cookware products debuted a retro-inspired stripe design that my team and I have been waiting for since Underscored's The Watch List went live in January. The Striped Ceramic Collection presses refresh on its bestsellers like the Hot Dish, the Little Hottie and the Stir Crazy, starting at $60.
Great Jones Hot Dish
Dish up casseroles in this 9- by 13-inch ceramic cookware piece. Its striped design lends a nostalgic twist to the otherwise classic vessel. Plus, if you need a gift for the host in your life, this one's a no-brainer.
Great Jones Little Hottie
Bakers can easily transport their creations in this 8-inch square ceramic dish. It's oven-safe, dishwasher-safe, freezer-safe and microwave-safe to make cooking a pinch. Plus, the Little Hottie nests inside the Hot Dish for seamless storage.
Great Jones Stir Crazy
Ditch the cheap plastic mixing bowls and level up to a stack that comes in fresh colors. The set includes three stackable ceramic bowls in Blueberry, Broccoli and Mustard. For years, our editors have adored Great Jones because of its adorable cookware pieces. The mini Dutch oven was dubbed a 'showstopper' at one staffer's Friendsgiving — all credit to its Instagram-worthy aesthetics. Others have appreciated its 'kooky' glassware that has elevated their baking. This collective striped cookware set just gave us more to love, leaning into more vibrant colors that we'd love to put on our countertops.
With hosting holidays like Easter and Passover drawing near, this Great Jones collection came at the perfect time. The striped cookware slots seamlessly with the bright colors associated with springtime. Plus, its bestsellers are used by our very own editors. That's why the launch landed on Underscored's The Watch List, where we round up the most exciting drops of the year from brands we love.
Our deals team, consisting of senior editor Rikka Altland, editor Jacqueline Saguin and associate editor Elena Matarazzo, is passionate about unearthing deals that we would be tempted to shop for ourselves. This launch landed on our radar recently, and based on how much our readers and experts alike enjoy Great Jones home products, we had to share the news.
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2 days ago
- CNN
Our favorite product releases this week: Apple, Beekman 1802, Converse and more
It's Friday, and that means that we get to end the week by looking back at our editors' favorite product launches from the last seven days. Whether you're just hoping to keep up to date with the latest and greatest releases or are looking to shop them, we've highlighted nine of the most notable drops from around the web. To start June, Rikka Altland, Jacqueline Saquin and Elena Matarazzo have scoured the web to find the best Pride Month products. This week brings the launch of a new Apple Watch band, a bestselling Beekman 1802 moisturizer that gives to a good cause and a customizable Converse collection. Outfit your smartwatch with this patchwork design Every year, Apple celebrates Pride Month by debuting a colorful new Apple Watch band. Now that June has officially rolled around, the company's newest accessory is here. Our senior deals editor, Altland, got her hands on the latest rainbow-themed smartwatch strap and has been admiring its bespoke patchwork design. The tapestry of rainbow stripes varies in size and shape, ensuring that each one is unique. Apple notes that 'no two bands are exactly alike, reflecting the individuality of all members of the LGBTQ+ community.' We think it's a fun touch. Altland has been buying and subsequently reviewing these bands for years, so it takes a lot to impress her. She won't be spinning off coverage into its own story, but wanted to kick off Pride Month by showing off her latest Apple Watch accessory. It features the same fluoroelastomer build as the band that likely came with your wearable and the same pin-and-tuck closure. It also carries a $49 price tag, which is the same as the usual style that has earned a place on our list of the best Apple Watch bands. Apple has been known to financially contribute to LGBTQIA advocacy organizations but doesn't tie a direct percentage of proceeds from each Pride Band sale. Instead, it regularly donates to resources like LGA World, the Human Rights Campaign and additional advocacy organizations. Sporty, gender-neutral clothing staples Puma just released a selection of Pride-inspired fitness styles, incorporating vibrant hues into its sporty silhouettes. Drawing on the concept of shared wardrobes, the entire collection offers gender-neutral pieces that you and your partner could wear. From accessories like hats and sneakers to clothing like jerseys and mesh tanks, there's no shortage of looks. Its oversized jersey top favors bold prints that pair well with athletic bottoms. We appreciate that each piece features subtle pops of color, like the Palermo Pride Sneakers with its pale pink base and multi-colored laces and the Puma Baby Tee that gives the iconic logo a twist for Pride. Prices run the gamut of $25 to $100, with its footwear falling at the pricier end of the range. However, the brand is currently running 40% off with code PUMAFNF on select styles. Puma has also teamed with charities like The Trevor Project to create life-affirming spaces in sports for LGBTQ youth athletes. Puma Palermo Pride Sneakers A favorite for Saguin, these pink, white and blue sneakers are incredibly stylish. They feature a playful fuzzy upper, colorful laces and pink and blue stitching along its side. Puma CA Pro Love Marathon Sneakers The colors of the rainbow intersect on these white streetwear sneakers, with a transparent sole that repeats a colorful runner design inside. Use code PUMAFNF to knock 40% off. Puma Equal Love Confederation Jersey Complete with a ribbed color and vibrant Pride-inspired graphic stretching along the shoulders, this athletic jersey will be great as you partake in outdoor activities. It's 40% off with code PUMAFNF. Puma Equal Love Confederation Baby Tee This baby tee stays true to Puma's sporty yet stylish clothing while knitting a rainbow stripe across the shoulder. It also takes a colorful spin on the classic logo. The promo code PUMAFNF also applies. Tradition and diversity intersect for a larger purpose NYC-based and AAPI-LGBTQIA+ led brand, Lost Pattern, just launched its chic Pride collection for 2025. Co-founders Cata Cheng and Yong Wang typically work with sustainable vendors, and for this project, they partnered with women in the Hangzhou region of China to hand roll and stitch these masterpieces. Preserving the craft of silk scarf making and uplifting communities continuing the tradition is important to Cheng and Wang. The 'Love is Love' silk bandana scarf comes in rainbow and blue and pink variants that can be tied around handbags, used as headbands or even as a sarong. The possibilities are endless with these 100% mulberry silk scarves, and they beautifully display watercolor hearts in the center of each. To continue the pipeline of ethical practices and transparency from start to finish, 100% of the proceeds from the scarf will go to Trans Lifeline. This nonprofit organization is a crisis hotline that offers emotional and financial support to the trans community. Matarazzo will be wearing hers as a bandana with her hair down this summer and even as a twilly on her handbag. In the fall, she's planning on tying it around her neck and pairing it with a cashmere crewneck. Bestselling moisturizers and soaps get a Pride makeover We're big fans of Beekman 1802 here at CNN Underscored. It has topped our list of the best LGBTQ-owned beauty brands in the past, so we had to circle back to cover its latest releases. The company just launched its new themed drops for Pride Month with two refreshed versions of popular products. The highlight from this new collection is a Pride edition of Beekman's bestselling daily facial moisturizer. This version doesn't change anything about the formula, but it does redirect 100% of profits towards supporting at-risk LGBTQ+ youth via the Ali Forney Center. These are our favorite types of themed launches, because they back beloved products with special packaging while also helping to make a difference. The Bloom Cream Face Moisturizer retails for $56, which is just $2 more than the standard option. There's also a new Pride Bar Soap that sells for $18. Altland especially appreciates that it's made from fragrance-free soap and that 100% of profits will be donated to the Ali Forney Center. Paint your nails with fresh, colorful hues The leading nail polish brand, OPI, has been a mainstay for beauty lovers on staff, like Saguin. It's the formulas she's grown up with and continues to use because of their long-lasting pigments, pretty colors and equally fun names. Now you can express yourself even more with OPI's latest Pride-inspired collection, comprising every color of the rainbow. Dozens of polishes like Vogue en Violet and Blue Them All Away join the latest collection celebrating Pride month, starting at $10. That spans the brand's classic nail lacquers as well as the Rapidry for quick-drying nails and the Infinite Shine collection, which boasts a shinier sheen. Recently, the brand celebrated the collection by hosting a drag show with RuPaul's Drag Race alum Kandy Muse. You can also shop press-ons stamped with festive icons for as little as $11. Saguin loves the natural pink Pearl-Clutching Behavior color, but you can also mix and match nail polishes to suit different LGBTQIA+ flags. Since painting her nails with the pigment more than a week ago, they've yet to chip or fade. OPI Infinite Shine Drop It Like It's Hawt Bring a bold stamp of color to your looks with this red-hot nail polish. It hails from the brand's Infinite Shine line, which creates a glossy-like finish. OPI Nail Laquer Blue Them All Away Stick to the basics with OPI's classic nail laquer. The Pride collection debuts a handful shades like Blue Them All Away, so you can paint your nails all in the blue shade or alternate with the other new colors. OPI A Me-For-All Level up your manicure game even more for this special month. These rainbow-tipped nails pair perfectly and adopt a french tip shape that mimic salon-worthy nails. OPI On a Rainbow Streak For a more subtle representation of pride, these press-on nails feature tiny rainbows on select nails. They boast up to 14 days of wear so you can show them off for most of Pride month. Bras and underwear with 2010s nostalgia Tomboyx was one of the first queer-owned brands that Matarazzo ever heard of. Back when she was a teenager, she remembered spotting its line of bralettes and underwear across LGBTQIA+ blogs and was drawn to the brand's inclusive mission statement and ethos. Since its origins in 2013, it expanded from boxer briefs for women to gender affirming undergarments like compression tops, tucking shorts and more for non-binary and trans folks. A few years ago, Matarazzo even purchased a few of their products when they collaborated with Target for a Pride collection. Although the racerback bras and boy shorts were slightly cheaper in price, they didn't skimp on the materials used and stayed true to crafting underwear that's functional and fits well. This year, its Pride collection is here for the entire month of June and consists of six pages of products, like sweats, swimwear and even multipacks of underwear for those looking to bundle and save. Matarazzo picked four of her favorite pieces and is stoked that they're up to 40% off at the start of the month. Tomboyx Scoop Soft Bra in Shark Frenzy Sport this solo or underneath a sheer tee to show off the seasonal rainbow shark print. It offers light support and is crafted from its famous soft cotton material. Tomboyx 4.5-Inch Trunks in Rainbow Fish These gender neutral trunks are the perfect in between length for those looking for something longer than boy shorts but shorter than traditional briefs. We're loving the teal fish print too. Tomboyx Compression Top in Black X= Rainbow Minimize your chest without wires or uncomfortable hooks with the brand's innovative compression top. Its a safe alternative to a binder and can be worn daily. Tomboyx 9-Inch Boxer Briefs in Progress Pride Stripes If the shorties aren't your thing, these 9-inch briefs are suitable for those looking to avoid leg chafing. The brands signature stay-put waistband and flat seams prevent the legs from riding up. Customizable kicks for Pride Month Converse is no stranger to releasing new collections for Prime Month, and its 2025 lineup continues to lean into the rainbow aesthetics. The company's signature shoes, including high-tops and lace-up boots, are now getting a makeover with some new printed designs. Altland's fiancée flagged this, because she has been shopping the new collection for herself. She enjoys how customizable the shoes are, which brings a little extra fun to the classic Chucks. You can select which Pride flag colors to use, with the option to use classic rainbow hues, a triad of trans colors, non-binary dyes and more. Pricing across the footwear collection starts from $50. Converse doesn't tie its donations to how many shoes it sells, and instead pledges to donate to local, national and international organizations. Since the company first launched its annual Pride collection in 2015, Converse notes that it has donated over $3 million. Consider your pride outfits covered Every time Saguin comes across this label at a thrift store, much like Betsey Johnson, her heart does a cartwheel. The designer fashion brand synonymous with the early aughts taps into whimsy, campy and playful clothing designs, and its latest Pride collection plays into that. Rather than simple rainbows emblazoned on every item, the pieces are individual bursts of colors that can be styled together for an altogether cheery look. Just think cherry-printed handbags and rhinestoned stilettos — plenty of outfit inspiration for parade outfits or going-out ensembles. Many looks were even modeled by RuPaul's Drag Race star, Gottmik. Plus, the brand is also giving back to charity. Betsey Johnson is donating $1 from every purchase made with the Pride collection to the Elton John Aids Foundation, an organization that helps fund projects globally to increase access to healthcare, tackle LGBTQIA+ stigma and end AIDS. Betsey Johnson Sweetheart Sunnies Black Available in a metallic pink and a chic black, these sunglasses feature a heart-shaped design that fits right in with pride month. Betsey Johnson Kitsch Million Stars Phone Bag Silver It actually works! Modeled after a vintage telephone, this purse has a detachable phone handle that you can actually make and receive calls from when connecting to your phone. Betsey Johnson Quilted Nylon Sling Bag Pink Add a pop of pink to outfits with this quilted shoulder bag. Its scrunch shoulder strap is not only adorable but it's also practical, adjusting with a Johnson Betseys Tiered Tulle Dress Cream When you shop this tiered ruffle dress in black and white, your purchase goes toward the Elton John Aids Foundation. The silhouette makes a fun, flirty statement. One of our favorite Olympians has his own Pride collection Tom Daley teamed up with English fashion brand Reiss to create a capsule collection inspired by his love for knitting, crocheting and the like, water in all forms, and the fluidity of pride. The genderless collab consists of seven pieces ranging from a sparkling collared shirt to a tight-knit tank top. The baby blue hues and teals were clearly picked as a nod to his days in the Olympic pool, and the tasteful yellow adds a bit of depth and warmth to the pieces. Every cent of this line is going towards Rainbow Road, which is a non-profit that helps at-risk LGBTQIA+ folks around the world. They help people get to safety through financial assistance, providing aid in times of crisis and even relocating them to safer places. Reiss x Tom Daley Cotton Lover Vest The cheapest item in the collection happens to be our associate editor's favorite. It's one of those tanks that can be worn alone with cutoff shorts or underneath a cardigan when it gets chilly this fall. It's sporty, chic and has a sweet yet subtle message Reiss x Tom Daley Hydros Tile Crochet Shirt A heavy-duty graphic tee is a staple for queer folks — especially when paired with workwear pants and Birkenstocks. The swimmer scene on the back feature's the bottom half of two swimmers, and it was created by Richard Kilroy. Reiss x Tom Daley Eros Graphic-Print T-Shirt This tiled crochet shirt was inspired by Daley's love of knitting. During the Tokyo Olympics he went viral for stitching medal cases, and now you can snag this summer ready collared shirt that's inspired by his time in the water. Reiss x Tom Daley Atlantis Sequin Lover Shirt When looking at this sequined adorned Cuban collared button up you can't help but be reminded of a glistening body of water. It shimmers, shines and the base of the shirt sits right at the hip for a tailored look. This week also saw the launch of other products our editors deemed worthy of standalone coverage. Shop all these additional launches below, including a new Pride-themed Quip toothbrush and a heavyweight tee from Lockwood51. Quip Sonic Toothbrush in Pride Plaque is no match for Quip's affordable toothbrush. The base recently got an iridescent Pride makeover and is 20% off with code PRIDE20. Lockwood51 Harvey Pigment Dyed T-Shirt Celebrate Pride 365 days a year with one of Lockwood51's iconic heavyweight tees. The brand is LA's first queer skatewear brand known for making bold and unapologetically gay apparel. As deals editors at CNN Underscored, we are some of the first people to hear about the latest product news from reader-favorite brands. Our deals team — comprised of senior editor Rikka Altland, editor Jacqueline Saguin and associate editor Elena Matarazzo — is passionate about product launches that we would be tempted to shop, and we enjoy finding a coveted new item (especially one from a brand with top marks from our experts) because it means we're helping our readers make savvy buying decisions.
Chicago Tribune
31-05-2025
- Chicago Tribune
Chicago arts commissioner touts increased grants for artists, defends against criticism
As Chicago's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events gears up for another highlight-packed summer, its leader is laying out her vision for the city's arts community as she responds to criticism that has been simmering since she took office. A contentious exhibition, staff complaints and public flak from some arts leaders have tailed DCASE Commissioner Clinée Hedspeth since her March 2024 appointment by Mayor Brandon Johnson. Addressing the controversies in an interview with the Tribune for the first time, Hedspeth said she has reflected, but pushed back against much of it as unfounded. 'I think I did walk into a hostile situation,' she said. Meanwhile, Hedspeth is doubling down on a top focus to get artists more money. The department has earmarked an extra $500,000 for grants to artists, in addition to the $7 million allocated by the City Council last fall, she said. 'As much as we talk about water services, as much as we talk about infrastructure, this is the same. This is on par,' Hedspeth said of direct payments to artists and small arts organizations. 'This is vital. This is a service to be able to provide people with funding to create and capture who we are as a city.' Hedspeth is proud of having secured the extra money, given Chicago's thorny fiscal outlook. Johnson and the City Council budgeted $7 million for the grants, $1 million more than the year before, but less than the $10 million allocated in former Mayor Lori Lightfoot's 2023 budget, when the city's coffers were bolstered by a massive influx of federal COVID-19 funding. But she says the fund is far larger than pre-pandemic spending on such payments. Because it comes from the city, it is also now more stable, despite the fact federal support is becoming increasingly unreliable. Hedspeth pointed to the Great Depression-era Works Progress Administration as inspiration for her vision to increasingly pay artists directly and praised the federal government's pandemic stimulus spending on arts. 'It was not even enough then, but it was more than what we usually do,' she said, adding she believes the business community should 'absolutely be providing support too in a different way.' 'The goal is always to increase funding, sustainable funding, always.' To tack on the additional $500,000, Hedspeth found 'basic' cuts, such as using city services in place of outside contractors, but said she has not cut at what might be the department's crown gem: its always ambitious summer schedule, headlined by events, including Taste of Chicago, the Air and Water Show and, next week, the Chicago Blues Festival. As the new commissioner has zeroed in on a vision for her department, she has also faced a range of controversies and criticism in recent months. DCASE employees have submitted five formal complaints to the city's Inspector General's Office and Department of Human Resources accusing the commissioner of unfair treatment obtained by the Tribune via records request. Meanwhile, over 20 employees have left the department since Hedspeth's appointment, though the department's headcount has recently risen to levels near where it was when she took office. Hedspeth was summoned to the City Council for a tense hearing in January regarding a pro-Palestinian protest puppet displayed in a broader puppet exhibit at the Chicago Cultural Center, where she defended free expression and the process for selecting art against some aldermen who called the piece offensive and wanted it removed. And some arts industry leaders have publicly criticized the commissioner, arguing she has left a void in Chicago's arts community by not meeting with them and effectively communicating her plans. In April, the group Artists for Chicago sent a letter to Johnson signed by more than 200 arts and culture workers further faulting Hedspeth's leadership. Johnson has defended Hedspeth, his longtime friend. In April, he said he would 'take the feedback seriously' when asked about the letter. 'You know, look, there's a lot more engagement in government these days, and I welcome that,' Johnson said. 'Arts are incredibly important to me.' Asked about the criticism, Hedspeth pinned the hostility she has encountered in part on miscommunication that arose as she took office. She defended herself against most of the pushback and said she has discussed it with others. 'I reflect on, 'Oh, is there something there?'' she said. 'I would say, almost 85% of it, I'm like, 'No.'' She declined to discuss specific allegations made in the several formal employee complaints. They include accusations she cursed out employees in public, sought a retaliatory 'witch hunt' against mayoral critics and micromanaged the office. Human Resources staff determined investigations into each complaint should not go forward because of the absence of violations in protected categories and speculative allegations. 'But I will say,' Hedspeth said. 'I do wear a lot of black, but I am not a witch.' 'There's going to be complaints in any kind of organization,' she said. 'I value all of the staff. I think we are all human, we are all going to make mistakes. I also think there should be some accountability when we are not being responsible.' The commissioner said that she is 'happy to meet' with arts leaders and others in response to criticism that she is unresponsive, but added that some have been unwilling to meet with her, especially when she started the job. The cold reception she said she got may well have been a sign of the popularity of her predecessor, Erin Harkey, now CEO of the D.C. nonprofit Americans for the Arts, who was fired by Johnson. Hedspeth described her treatment since taking office as 'very political,' and in part a product of pre-existing employee frustrations in addition to miscommunication. 'I walked in without even a transition document,' she said. 'I've reached out to people, and they weren't interested in talking to me.' She also said a 'number of people' who signed the Artists for Chicago letter told her the published version appeared different than what they signed and cast doubt on the connections of some signees to the arts industry. A spokesperson for the group, who asked to remain anonymous, denied the letter changed as people signed it and criticized Hedspeth for discrediting the critical letter instead of addressing the issues it raised. Claims the department has not made payments to artists and organizations in a timely manner or that she is unresponsive are 'just not true,' Hedspeth said, adding that the arts community is understandably angry and anxious about funding amid federal pullback. Some arts leaders have called for Hedspeth to share how she will fight President Donald Trump's budget cuts. Her department has appealed the National Endowment for the Arts' decision to terminate grants awarded to the city. One lesson learned from the recent controversies is that she must be 'a little bit more forceful in getting support' from connections in the arts and government spaces she has worked in, Hedspeth said. 'I've learned to bring in my network more. I've learned to continue to talk directly with people, regardless of others saying maybe that might not be a good idea. Being OK with that I won't be perfect at everything, I've learned that, and managing expectations with interest groups,' she said. 'And I think bringing people in, just critics in general, to have a direct conversation and say, 'OK, this is the problem that you see, what are your some of your thoughts?'' In the last decade, Hedspeth led curation at the DuSable Black History Museum, then worked as Johnson's legislative director at the Cook County Board of Commissioners before becoming a Phillips Auctioneers specialist. At the city, she has found government can be frustratingly slow, but the gig is a 'deep honor' that allows her to combine experiences in policy, museums and commercial art, she said. 'I get to build off of work that was already done, good work, and serve the city and serve artists that I know have not been at the table or been in the room and aren't part of the larger conversation,' said Hedspeth, who was raised by art collector parents in Seattle and collects rare books herself. While Hedspeth said she wants to build upon long-running and beloved DCASE efforts such as summer programming, she also wants to build new efforts in the department. 'There's a lot more ideas on the table,' she said. The increased grants for artists and small organization should come with greater 'giveback,' including longer-term relationships and more support from the city to connect artists with everything from collectors to lawyers to bolster their careers, she said. And she hopes to make sure that funding goes to a greater variety of artists and groups. That includes 'ensuring the large organizations understand, this partnership looks good, but it can look even better. And maybe you need to not take funding and utilize it for operational purposes, maybe it should actually go out directly to the artist,' she said. Speeding up the department's processes is another top goal, the commissioner said. She touted a push to quickly install art at Midway International Airport and efforts to waive fees for smaller organizations at the Chicago Cultural Center as bids to cut 'red tape' and bring the arts to more Chicagoans. Hedspeth also highlighted a new effort to have staff visit places such as ward offices and parks to help Chicagoans speed through paperwork, including grant applications. She similarly wants to streamline the film permit process to help foster the city's revenue-winning filming economy, echoing long-heralded hopes also aired by Gov. JB Pritzker. The goal on film is 'making sure we are not competing with Toronto, we should be the place,' she said. Hedspeth's film office appears to have been leaderless since December, when its head, Jonah Zeiger, left the job. He was in part tasked with recruiting films, shows and commercials to work in the city. She is also leading an effort to digitize the city's art collection and is 'leaning in on' sister agencies, such as Choose Chicago, to make sure taxpayers are getting more 'robust' offerings, she said.
CNN
30-05-2025
- CNN
Our favorite product releases this week: Lego, Marshall, Smeg and more
Every week, Rikka Altland, Jacqueline Saquin and Elena Matarazzo team up to share our favorite product launches from the last seven days. Whether you're just hoping to keep up to date with the latest and greatest releases or are looking to shop them, we've highlighted nine of the most notable drops from around the web. This week brings the launch of the latest collaboration between Lego and Pixar, a new retro-styled speaker from Marshall and this shiny new Smeg sparkling water maker. A new version of an editor-loved speaker Marshall has debuted its newest speaker this week, and there's far more to it than just a retro-inspired design. Don't get us wrong, the vinyl wrapping and metal speaker grill are as classic as it gets, but it's the tech and audio system that's on the inside that has Altland so excited. She listens to a Marshall speaker every day and particularly loves the out-of-the-box EQ settings that the company ships. For the Marshall Kilburn III, that combination of good looks and great sound enters a new portable package. The speaker sports a built-in battery that enables over 50 hours of listening on a single charge, twice as much time as its predecessor. It also has a more impressive internal speaker setup that's backed by an IP54 water-resistant and dust-resistant build. We also love the brand's usual inclusion of retro volume knobs on top. Available now through the official Marshall website, it'll also be launching on June 10 through other retailers. Altland will be circling back later on with more personal insight into the experience to see if its $380 price tag means it's actually better than the other best portable Bluetooth speakers out there. Nix the cleanup with these silicone cosmetic pouches Don't let stray liquid blush swipes and smoky eyeshadow pigments stain your makeup bag. Stasher, the reusable silicone bag brand we've written home about in the past, just welcomed the Beauty Weekender Bag, which retails for $40. It's more roomy than the bestselling Essentials Bag, giving you ample room to pack full-sized products — up to 104 fluid ounces, to be exact. Made with the same signature silicone, it's easy to clean and wipe down when spills do happen. No matter where your travels take you, toss it in a beach tote or a carry-on bag. If you want to break down your organization even more, it comes in new value bundles with the Everyday Bag and the Touch-Up Bag. Make cheekbones and cupid's bows pop all day long Trying to achieve the glass skin look? It goes beyond a good skin care routine and can be amplified with makeup. Benefit is here to help with its new velvety highlighter that gives you a natural glow with its lightly blurring powder. It comes in six shades that range from the fair Raya color to a deep Comet. All of them are long-lasting, can be worn on muggy summer days with their waterproof capabilities and even play nice with acne-prone skin. Some of our deals editors are stoked to try this out for events, outdoor weddings and the like since it offers a fade-proof glow that lasts 12 hours — or in some cases more — and adds a subtle pop to a variety of makeup looks. The tin is $38, which is on par with other middle to higher tier options and is available for purchase on the brand's site, Sephora, Nordstrom and even Revolve. Move over, AirTags Our senior deals editor has long been a fan of Satechi's passport cover with built-in Apple Find My support. It's an essential in her travel setup for providing extra peace of mind while flying. The company is now bringing that same item-finding technology to a suite of new products, including everything from a luggage tag to a glasses case. Everything in Satechi's new lineup features a rechargeable battery that pairs with the company's tried-and-true item-finding features. For those unfamiliar, Find My is the same technology that Apple packs into its beloved AirTags. Satechi is tapping into that same network to cover far more than just keys with some bespoke accessories tailored to specific uses. Here's a rundown of the lineup: Satechi Vegan-Leather FindAll Glasses Case Instead of just placing an AirTag in your existing glasses case, this stylish vegan-leather cover features the same tracking technology with a wirelessly rechargeable battery. Satechi Vegan-Leather FindAll Luggage Tag Most of us are buying AirTags to use with a luggage tag, so why not skip the process of piecing together individual accessories and opt for a single travel gadget that does it all. Satechi FindAll Card Bring Apple Find My tech to your wallet with this slim item finder. It's slightly thicker than a typical credit card and provides peace of mind where an AirTag normally can't. Satechi Vegan-Leather FindAll Keychain This may practically just be an AirTag, but it beats Apple's in-house version by featuring an integrated keychain clip and rechargeable battery for $1 more than the official option. Altland has been using Satechi gear for several years now and is always impressed by the value, build quality and features offered by its Apple-adjacent products. This new Find All tracker lineup certainly looks to fit the bill, and she'll be excited to try these out for herself when her order arrives. The most stylish way to get your bubbles Summer signals the start of spritz season, and Smeg's latest invention comes in clutch with a well-timed launch. For all your backyard BBQs, pool parties and happy hours, the Sparkling Water Maker can satiate your bubbly cravings. Unlike clunky, plastic models out there, this one fuses high-quality Italian craftsmanship with practical controls. It comes in a sleek, slim design and three stylish colors: Matte Black, Matte Fog Blue and Matte Jade. For $180, the soda maker also features a customizable fizz control knob and an electricity-free use, so you can store it outside on patio bars or inside on the kitchen countertop. A derm-approved skin tint with SPF One of our favorite Korean beauty brands just released its highly anticipated tinted sunscreen. This skin tint is a great addition to your routine if you're looking for a multipurpose product that conceals, protects and moisturizes. It's packed with SPF 40 protection, comes in 12 shades and gives you a lightweight, no-makeup-makeup look that'll leave you looking dewy all summer long. The bottle goes for a reasonable $20, and you can save 20% if you buy two or more at once. Snagging multiple shades is the move for some if your complexion is in between or if you wear darker finishes as the UV index gets higher. The latest Lego Ideas kit hops into action Lego has been tapping into the wide world of Disney properties for years now with its popular building kits, but Pixar is a more recent addition to the collection. The latest of those builds is up for pre-order this week. Joining the likes of 'Up,' 'WALL-E' and 'Inside Out,' the original short film that kickstarted the whole animation empire is getting its own set. The new Luxo Jr. kit features a buildable version of the Pixar Lamp and Luxo Ball. Both characters are crafted from 613 pieces and assembled into display-worthy models. I won't spoil anything, but there are also some fun Easter eggs throughout the building process that reference half a dozen films from the Pixar archive. It begins shipping over the weekend and clocks in with a $70 price tag. Our best-tested cooling pillow just got new companions Hot sleepers have a new way to keep cool this summer. Expanding upon its best-tested cooling pillows, Coop Sleep Goods just added to its Cool+ Collection, so you can upgrade your bedding to the ultimate chill zone. Running from $49 to $399, the new additions introduce a fresh mattress topper, adjustable body pillow and toddler pillow — all stuffed with the brand's signature Oomph Cool fill. In addition to the Cool+ line, Coop also created Tencel-based bedding designed to feel soft, silky and most importantly, breathable. Lay the foundation for sleep with the Tencel Sheet Set ($159) and Pillowcase Set ($39), which help temper moisture. Or, swap out heavy duvet covers for the brand's lightweight Duvet Cover ($159), available in white, grey and cream colors. Cheers to seven years of buttery soft activewear Days ago, Set Active dropped its limited-edition birthday collection. The brand is celebrating its seventh year in the activewear business and has launched three new versions of its pieces in ice cream and sweets-inspired hues. Some of the pieces our editors are eyeing are the Airluxe Breathe Scoop Bra in Birthday Espresso, Sportbody Sporty High-Rise Leggings in a strawberry pastel Swirl design, Formcloud Cloud High-Rise Leggings in a baby blue Frosting color and Airluxe Breathe Shorts in a creamy Leche. If you're prepping for summer training sessions or hot girl walks with friends, Set Active makes some of the cutest workout gear around. We love that it's just as stylish as it is functional, which makes these new drops even more worthy of tagging along on spring workouts. This week also saw the launch of other products our editors deemed worthy of standalone coverage. Shop all these additional launches below, including an upgraded version of our pick for the best budget video doorbell, a new Yeti lunch box and more. Marie Veronique Colorfree Zinc Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 32 Our associate editor, Elena Matarazzo, has been using this sunscreen for about a week and loves its dewy finish. It's been safe to use on her acne-prone skin and even doubles as a primer since it's slightly tacky. Blink Video Doorbell (2025) Blink's latest doorbell combines upgrades like 1440p video and a wider field of view with the same price tag as its predecessor. The starter kit clocks in at $70, while those upgrading an existing setup can buy just the doorbell for $60. Yeti 3-Liter Daytrip Lunch Box Yeti has a new line of lunch boxes out this week that pack the brand's usual best-in-class temperature retention into a soft design perfect for taking your lunch to work and more. Away The Carry-On in Sunshine Yellow To complement all your sunny getaways, Away premiered its bestselling luggage in a new hue, Sunshine Yellow. The Beach Capsule Collection also invites the debut of a beach bag tote, a sunglasses case and a pair of dry bags. As deals editors at Underscored, we are some of the first people to hear about the latest product news from reader-favorite brands. Our deals team — comprised of senior editor Rikka Altland, editor Jacqueline Saguin and associate editor Elena Matarazzo — is passionate about product launches that we would be tempted to shop, and we enjoy finding a coveted new item (especially one from a brand with top marks from our experts) because it means we're helping our readers make savvy buying decisions.
