The Goods

Money diaries from the mundane to the outlandish proliferate online, their ubiquity suggesting a collective (and voyeuristic) fascination with thy neighbor’s expenses. Living in New York City is many things, but cheap isn’t one of them—which makes maximizing your expendable income a precarious exercise. In this new series, we ask New Yorkers how they allot their funds for the non-essentials.

The Brooklyn-based media publisher and self-described ‘curious consumer’ thinks socks make an outfit.

Buying a boxed mattress is easy—returning one, not so much.

The thrill of buying something totally unnecessary cuts across Myers-Briggs types, income levels, and ages. Whether you’re in the position to blow $350 on an infuser or $14 on feature socks, impulse shopping is something most of us partake in, at least occasionally. Read on for shopping confessions from people working in wine, fashion, and design.

How a New York City couple mixes work, home, and love—all under one roof.

The Orange County company is making health nut-approved vaporizers.

The mission-driven vaporizer brand that isn’t afraid to align with cannabis culture.

Sooner or later, I’ll be ordering from the kids' menu, too.

Music industry insiders talk about how to pick the right in-ear headphones.

The delivery service offers customers options aplenty.

The DJ and record label owner talks about how he uses headphones in his audiophile life.

I know I should buy one, but I won’t. Fight me.

The Japanese adult toy brand creates products that aren’t embarrassing to buy.

Music industry insiders talk about how to pick the right over-ear headphones.

Here’s what happens when your home goes up in flames.

A day shopping through North Brooklyn with writer Laura Lane and her husband, the artist Nic Rad.

This family-owned textile brand from Peru is making it in America—all by word of mouth.

Employees dish on blender explosions, $40 “dirt” shakes, and sharing smoothies with dogs.

The company known for smartwatches wants to soar above the neck.

After I was hit by a truck, my brain needed silence. Here’s how I found it.

The company has nothing to hide.

You don’t need it, but you want it. #NoRegrets.

Danii Oliver is building a healthy, juice-focused oasis in Brooklyn.

Software Developer Mike Rispoli’s buyer’s remorse.

The same-day grocery delivery platform works with local shoppers to deliver to your door.

Buyer’s remorse happens to the best of us.

Espresso Supply, Inc. has grown along with American tastes.

The pet insurance company offers flexible plans for whatever life may have in store.

The supplement brand believes digestive health is at the root of overall health.

Celebrate love—and save cash—with the Quiddity Valentine's Day Gift Guide.

Tips on setting and keeping New Year's resolutions from a clinical psychologist.

By landing partnerships with top designers, the three-year-old company is performing ahead of its age.

In which Editor Frances Thomas drinks way too many cortados, restrains her propensity for adding sugar, and amasses a bunch of forgettable swag.

The wellness influencer’s latest purchases, inspired by a trip to Las Vegas and her moving into her first "big girl" apartment.

The speedy startup is guaranteeing money back with few (or no) questions. Just ask the bot.

The Texas-based pet food brand believes man’s best friend should dine on the best.

We’ve got the answer.

Maybe not for your mom, but definitely for your girlfriend.

Why not gift your host with something they’ll actually remember?

We’ve sourced all the worthwhile deals, so you can sit back and relax this Thanksgiving.

The pros advise.

Meal prep can be a dangerous endeavor. Here are three of our spookiest stories.

Forget the White Russian—there’s a lot more you can do with coffee liqueur.

The women-led sex toy brand aims to fill the “pleasure gap” in heterosexual intimacy.

The fashion and culture writer’s recent buys run the price gamut.

The New York City nightlife duo discuss candles, leather jackets, and the branding for their own wedding.

An afternoon shopping for jewelry with star reporters and podcast hosts from The New York Times.

The “Quinterns” weigh in on their favorite Amazon Prime Day steals.

The Silicon Valley company hopes to revolutionize how we smoke.

Hopefully, someone will wake him from the couch.

Folding is an art.