In Our Bags: The Collective Summer Shopping List
WRITTEN BY EMMA GEARY & CURATED BY KATE WING - JUNE 28, 2024
I don’t know about you, but summer always feels like the time of year when I walk out the door and stumble upon an adorable storefront or cutie coffee shop tempting me with an excuse to treat myself to something special. In the season of weddings, travel, and countless other celebrations, it’s the perfect time to infuse your home, wardrobe, and accessory collection with handcrafted local goodies.
Here are a few things we’re eyeing this summer season from The Collective, our incredible community of artists, creatives, and small business owners.
Bring your summer garden indoors with this adorable custom artwork from Araya Jensen. She looks great on your desk or as part of a gallery wall, adding a playful pop to any space.
Inspired by an illustration by the beloved children’s book author Jan Brett, these floral earrings are a whimsical take on a traditional post earring and perfect to dress up an everyday look.
After a day of biking, running, kayaking, or simply reading poolside in the sun, add an extra layer of relaxation to your bath with these heavenly CBD bath salts. Soak and replenish the body and the mind with the healing powers of nutrient-rich Epsom and all-natural CBD.
Pay homage to one of our many beloved 10,000 lakes with this minimalist print from Little Dipper, celebrating the iconic Lake Bde Mka Ska during one of its most magical times, sailing season!
This one-of-a-kind diamond ring is made with a Salt and Pepper diamond, and can’t be found anywhere else. Everthine specializes in creating unique heirloom jewelry, and this ring is sure to add sparkle to your stack.
Exhale into the season with Kursiv’s Delta 9 gummies, formulated intentionally with all-natural ingredients to provide a low dose of relaxation. As founder Olivia says, “Low and slow is the way to go!” Each gummy is 2mg, and we’re loving their strawberry lemonade flavor for summer.
Refresh any space with True Hue’s environmentally friendly formulated room spray. The Crushed Salt + Mist scene calls to mind waves crashing along a summery shore with a touch of fresh green leaves and pine, making it a subtle and wonderful signature scent for your space.
These adorable minis are easy to frame and display in tight spaces and cozy corners around your home. Or, spread the love and use them as cards to share with friends. Each is embossed with a slight shimmery ink to catch the light just so.
It’s still a Barbie summer, right? Add a touch of pink to any outfit with these easy, weightless statement earrings.
If you know, you know. Sport this hat on your summer travel adventures (or a bad hair day) as a playful nod to your home state’s thriving art scene with Little Dipper’s minimalist, abstract take on the Walker Sculpture Garden’s Spoonbridge & Cherry sculpture.
This unique wall sculpture is mindfully crafted to evoke the soothing essence of water, and the graceful curves of the female form. Its fluid lines and gentle curves mirror the natural rhythms of life, creating a sense of calm and harmony in any space. Plus, Lucy is having a studio sale right now, where every piece is an additional 20% off. Score!
A TSA-approved way to stay hydrated on the go, this lotion bar is made from ethically sourced natural oils and butters that hydrate better (and last longer!) than a traditional lotion. Take a moment for yourself to let the bar melt in your hand, releasing their signature lavender or peppermint scents.
With 14k gold fill and freshwater pearls, these locally-made earrings are designed to last, adding a polished finishing touch to your accessory collection.
Your next al fresco dinner party just got a lot more colorful. These cotton placemats are easy to use both indoors and out, adding a pop of tri-stripe color to your next meal to make the evening feel oh-so summery.
Perfectly packable, hydrating, and sustainably made, this lip balm from Sustain Yourself is created with ethically sourced, 100% sustainable materials and compostable packaging, making this a planet-friendly alternative to your everyday chapstick.
In true Italian nature, this bracelet is simple, effortless, and goes with everything. Made of 14k gold, this Italian-style chain can be worn all summer long without tarnishing, adding a classic, minimalist touch to your wrist that fits every summer adventure.
It’s a proven fact that drinks taste better in adorable glassware, which is why you need these coupe glasses from Soundwoven Goods. Whether you’re sipping a cocktail or mocktail this season, these add a gorgeous statement to any table.
Not only does this Hand + Body wash look ever-so-chic on your countertop, but True Hue’s Santal scent is truly divine, calling to mind a summery golden hour and smoky sunset in view with a touch of warm spice.
Emma Geary
Emma is the one writing it all down. She's been with LAB since 2021 and is finishing her MFA in Creative Writing in her spare time. Her favorite color right now is cobalt blue.
