The Goods
Stories about people and their stuff.
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.
The Best Songs for Testing Wireless In-Ear Headphones
Music industry insiders talk about how to pick the right in-ear headphones.
Best Songs for Testing Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
Music industry insiders talk about how to pick the right over-ear headphones.
Fool’s Gold Co-founder Nick Catchdubs Needs Three Pairs of Headphones
The DJ and record label owner talks about how he uses headphones in his audiophile life.
Returning a Boxed Mattress Is A Nightmare
Buying a boxed mattress is easy—returning one, not so much.
My Apartment Caught Fire. My Renters Insurance Paid Me $23,485
Here’s what happens when your home goes up in flames.
Olivia Jeanette wants—and needs—a perfect white blouse.
The fashion and lifestyle blogger could also take an aperol spritz.
Glynnis MacNicol Really Wants to Stay at The Carlyle Hotel
But she needs Law & Order and better, more affordable health care.
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.
Chef Tyler Kord Wants Netflix with Long Commercial Breaks
He misses working during the ads but really needs Moana and a grill.
How Noise Cancelling Headphones Helped Me Cope with Post-Concussion Symptoms
After I was hit by a truck, my brain needed silence. Here’s how I found it.
Here Are the Crazy Things You’ll See Working at Juice Press
Employees dish on blender explosions, $40 “dirt” shakes, and sharing smoothies with dogs.
The Thrill of the Spend: When Bad Impulse Purchases Turn Good
You don’t need it, but you want it. #NoRegrets.
How the House of Juice Is Becoming a Community Home
Danii Oliver is building a healthy, juice-focused oasis in Brooklyn.
My Kitchen is Full of Gadgets I Never Use
Software Developer Mike Rispoli’s buyer’s remorse.
I Bought Ugly Shoes for $175 and Now I Hate Them
Buyer’s remorse happens to the best of us.
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.
Soccer Star Aurélien Collin Wants a Monet but He Needs a New Suit
The New York Red Bulls center back is on the hunt for art to hang in his apartment and game-day threads.
A Seattle Authority on Specialty Coffee Tools Talks Coffee Culture
Espresso Supply, Inc. has grown along with American tastes.
Kate Downey Wants A $175 Pocket But Needs Socks
She’s inked, and she’s eyeing more sleeves.
Caroline Moss Wants a $2,000 Couch but She Needs a Haircut
The Hey Ladies! co-author could also use a computer charger.
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.
‘The Actual Industry Has a Problem’: Lemonade Isn’t Marketing Insurance Fluff
The speedy startup is guaranteeing money back with few (or no) questions. Just ask the bot.
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.
Cyndi Ramirez and Adam Fulton, by their own admission, met in “a hopeless place.”
The New York City nightlife duo discuss candles, leather jackets, and the branding for their own wedding.
Jenna Wortham and Wesley Morris Are Working Through It
An afternoon shopping for jewelry with star reporters and podcast hosts from The New York Times.
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.
Amazon Prime Day Wish Lists, Courtesy of the Quiddity Interns
The “Quinterns” weigh in on their favorite Amazon Prime Day steals.
Get Up Close and Personal(ized) with PAX Vaporizers
The Silicon Valley company hopes to revolutionize how we smoke.
Jason Gay Just Wants Five Seconds to Himself
Hopefully, someone will wake him from the couch.
Snowe Founders Andrés Modak and Rachel Cohen Just Want A Nice Tea Kettle
How a New York City couple mixes work, home, and love—all under one roof.