When all else fails, these picks kept us excited to go through the month.
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We all know the feeling of being too lazy to do anything when it’s too hot outside or the weather just isn’t cooperating. And that feeling was very much present throughout most of April. This humidity was not it. But we made it through, and for us, part of the reason why was these lifestyle picks. From trusty bags for summer travel to fun charms we showed off to our besties, these picks had our time and attention. Check out our April faves below.
RIMOWA ESSENTIAL SLEEVE IN ROSEWOOD – RAFAEL BAUTISTA, DEPUTY EDITOR
I know, I know, RIMOWA isn’t cheap. But when it’s good, it’s good. The RIMOWA Essential Sleeve in Rosewood comes with the reliable functionality you expect from the brand, from a dual organization interior with a fully zipped compartment, an adjustable Flex Divider, stage-free telescopic handle, to a Multiwheel system. But it’s the design and color that does it for me. Rosewood, a warm, earthy pink hue with subtle depth, makes for a simple yet eye-catching design, and bonus points for it being available in both Cabin and Cabin Plus sizes.
NCT WISH poppop (WICHU Ver.) – GELO QUIJENCIO, MULTIMEDIA ARTIST
Imagine an anik-anik and an album in one—very cutesy and functional. The WICHU version 2’s color attracts me the most as someone who loves pastel colors. I love it when albums are leaning towards usability rather than being stored on a shelf and will eventually collect dust. This keychain is a piece from WISH that I can bring with me anywhere I go.
2NE1 X CASETIFY – JAMES JACINTO, MULTIMEDIA ARTIST
As someone still deep in PCD from last year’s Welcome Back concert stop, the 2NE1 X Casetify collab is not just helping me soothe the tears I still have from reliving fancams on my phone—but it’s also protecting my phone while doing it. I’m glad Tamtam also made it to the line-up of designs––you will always be famous, the iconic son of 2NE1!
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