Frances Thomas
Quiddity Content EditorFrances is a New York City-based writer and aspiring cheese plate influencer. She gets a thrill out of doing crossword puzzles in pen.
How Dipstick Vapes Dove into the Hardware World
The mission-driven vaporizer brand that isn’t afraid to align with cannabis culture.
The Thrill of the Spend: I Spent my Rent Money at Barney’s and I Regret Nothing
Impulse purchases from a writer, two designers, an Instagram personality, and an art studio director.
What Broccoli Magazine’s Anja Charbonneau Wants and Needs
In an alternate life, the Portland-based editor would design floral arrangements for rich private clients.
What Gossamer’s Verena von Pfetten Bought for $10, $150, and $850
The Brooklyn-based media publisher and self-described ‘curious consumer’ thinks socks make an outfit.
Returning a Boxed Mattress Is A Nightmare
Buying a boxed mattress is easy—returning one, not so much.
Olivia Jeanette wants—and needs—a perfect white blouse.
The fashion and lifestyle blogger could also take an aperol spritz.
At Peru Pima, It’s All in the Family
This family-owned textile brand from Peru is making it in America—all by word of mouth.
The Thrill of the Spend: When Bad Impulse Purchases Turn Good
You don’t need it, but you want it. #NoRegrets.
What Artist Isa Beniston Wants and Needs
The LA native has it out for plastic storage bins and would really appreciate $10K to outfit her kitchen in pink Smeg appliances.
The New York City Subway Commuter Kit
These essentials will help you survive your next dreaded 6 train commute.
What Luxury Watch Aficionado Benjamin Clymer Wants and Needs
The self-described “collector by birth” wants more time to take photos and a closet full of cashmere.
A Seattle Authority on Specialty Coffee Tools Talks Coffee Culture
Espresso Supply, Inc. has grown along with American tastes.
Photographer Mark Clennon Wants an Apple Watch, but Really Needs needs that VIP Coachella Life
The Florida-born lifestyle photographer could also use a walk-in shoe closet, obviously.
What Freelancer and Vintage Shopper Anna Gray Wants and Needs
The writer cum fashion influencer has bought two wedding dresses but still has to plan her wedding.
A Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Cynics
Celebrate love—and save cash—with the Quiddity Valentine's Day Gift Guide.
Garden of Life Listens to Your Gut
The supplement brand believes digestive health is at the root of overall health.
From the Newsletter: Checking in on New Year's Resolutions
Tips on setting and keeping New Year's resolutions from a clinical psychologist.
Dispatches from the New York City Coffee Festival
In which Editor Frances Thomas drinks way too many cortados, restrains her propensity for adding sugar, and amasses a bunch of forgettable swag.
What Jera Foster-Fell Bought for $5, $15, $50, $250, and $1500
The wellness influencer’s latest purchases, inspired by a trip to Las Vegas and her moving into her first "big girl" apartment.
Lelo Sex Toys: the Ultimate Birthday Presents
Maybe not for your mom, but definitely for your girlfriend.
Thank the Host—Without Flowers
Why not gift your host with something they’ll actually remember?
The Quiddity Guide to Black Friday Frenzy
We’ve sourced all the worthwhile deals, so you can sit back and relax this Thanksgiving.
I Dropped a Knife on my Foot & Other Horror Stories
Meal prep can be a dangerous endeavor. Here are three of our spookiest stories.
Dame Sex Toys: For Women, By Women
The women-led sex toy brand aims to fill the “pleasure gap” in heterosexual intimacy.
What Writer Kristen Bateman Bought For $10, $50, $150, $200, and $1500
The fashion and culture writer’s recent buys run the price gamut.
What Creative Director Dasha Faires Wants and Needs
The New York-based tastemaker has a “thing with roses” and insists PVC makes the most functional handbag.
Get Up Close and Personal(ized) with PAX Vaporizers
The Silicon Valley company hopes to revolutionize how we smoke.