This Week’s Must-Haves: HomePod, Gucci’s Chinese New Year Collection, Barely There Briefs
Are you ready to celebrate the Year of the Dog in high style? Clamoring to pre-order the Apple HomePod? Maybe your workout routine needs to be easier. From affordable gadgets to high-end accessories, here are our must-haves for the week.
HomePod from Apple
Look out, Alexa — Siri’s bulking up! The Apple HomePod is available for pre-order today. The HomePod is Apple’s answer to the Amazon Echo. It brings together Apple Music and Siri to learn your taste in music — but it can also handle everyday tasks and questions and control your smart home. Beautiful design with a purpose, Apple’s new appliance is easy to set up, yet has the technological power to make your day much simpler. It comes in black or white, so it can match your decor. Pre-order for $349 from apple.com
Chinese New Year Collection from Gucci
Gucci creative director Alessandro Michele just launched a Chinese New Year capsule collection celebrating the Year of the Dog. The collection is heavy on the red leather, and features the likenesses of Bosco and Orso, Michele’s adorable Boston Terriers. $250–$3,600 from Gucci
Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate from Kiehl’s
Kiehl’s has the perfect weapon to combat wrinkles naturally. This serum has 10.5% L-Ascorbic Acid and 2% Ascorbyl Glucoside. Daily application helps to minimize pores over time for smoother skin. If that weren’t enough, the serum will also claims to reduce fine lines and wrinkles. We say opt for this before looking into expensive cosmetic procedures. $62 from kiehls.com
Xtech XH-RBS100 Resistance Band Set
Don’t have time to hit the gym? Simplify your daily workout routine with this portable resistance band set from Xtech. These versatile bands are easy on the joints and meant to target muscle groups with controllable, constant tension. You can workout anywhere with this portable, lightweight set of five. $20 from walmart.com
Naked Brief from Teamm8
Australian-based underwear and swimwear company Teamm8 recently released the Limited Edition Naked Brief. Its touch microfiber fabric means these modern, classic briefs are super soft. And their “anatomical fit” will guarantee you’ll feel like you’re wearing nothing at all. Choose between black and white. $31 from teamm8.com
