Awesome Living

Lots of questionable things happen in life and at work. Clearly, you require a coffee mug that expresses your continual state of disbelief. Meriwether’s 16 oz. ceramic mug does a perfect job conveying your incredulity with the phrase “What (and I cannot stress this enough) the f**k?” done up in a pleasing script typeface.

This enhanced version of ATECH’s multi pen has nine functions instead of seven. In addition to a ballpoint pen and stylus, it has flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, a nail file, a metric/imperial ruler, a bubble level, a bottle opener, and a box cutter. It’s made from a durable mix of metals and is TSA-compliant.

Made from a single long zipper, this goofy-looking case keeps watch over your pens, pencils, and other small items. Its big shiny teeth are ready to chomp down on anyone who would dare reach inside without your permission. Choose from black, blue, pink, purple, lilac, or red monsters.

This multi-purpose bladed tool provides two main functions. It works as a five-blade retractable utility knife for opening packages and scoring drywall, but can also hold blades sideways for scraping stickers and adhesives off of glass, tile, or mirrors. It also has a paint can opener at its rear.

Trailblazing celebrity stylist Jason Rembert is not a minimalist. He fitted Zayn Malik with a robotic arm for a Met Gala, crowned Solange in a crystal halo for SNL, dressed erratic Ezra Miller (yes, the fugitive) in a puffer gown for a film premiere, and mixed up a mean Maximalist Margarita for Grand Marnier.

BrightLine’s unique bag system allows you to create a custom bag just for your needs. Their zippered modules let you combine different size compartments, dividers, and pockets to carry your everyday gear. You can use their bag builder to make your bag, or choose from one of their numerous pre-configured bags.

Hammers typically have a solid metal or wood handle and a solid metal head. But this unique hand tool by Hassan Abu-Izmero (with the help of his trainee Damian) conceals that structure under dozens of stainless steel washers welded together. The washers appear to be purely aesthetic, but they sure look cool.

This elegant compass features a mirror-polished stainless steel case. Its see-through cover lets you see the general direction while flipping it open reveals a rotating bezel with engraved markers. It comes with blue or white mother of pearl, black, white, or turquoise backgrounds and can be personalized with engraving.

It’s a snap to turn every vehicle into a shaded campsite with MoonShade, a budget-friendly portable awning that safely attaches to roofs with heavy-duty suction cups or strong magnet mounts. It packs down to the size of a yoga mat for easy transport, and the domed reflective ceiling improves nighttime illumination.

Designed for enjoying hot drinks on the go, the Toddy is a 100% leak-proof insulated mug. Its unique locking lid offers easy sipping but won’t drip a bit even if you toss a full mug in your bag. It has a non-slip base, a double-threaded lid for lefties or righties, and holds 16oz.

This compact driver features a durable aviation-grade aluminum body, along with magnetic storage for nine bits inside of its handle. The included 1/4″ bits are made from S2 steel alloy and fit into the tool’s horizontal or vertical driver sockets. The M-19 also doubles as a bottle opener and as an improvised fidget toy.

This elegant writing instrument works with interchangeable magnetic pencil tips. The metal tip can write indefinitely with its soft lines, while its graphite tip is ideal for art and sketching. It comes in aluminum, magnesium, titanium, or brass bodies with a wood veneer accent.

Need a place to keep your spare change, keys, or other small items? These resin spaceman storage bowls are a playful and useful addition for your tabletop or shelf. Each one features an astronaut perched atop a partial asteroid, the ideal spot for storing little doo-dads. It measures 19″ x 19″ x 25″, so it’s bigger than it looks.

Tired of searching for all of your cookout gear for camping? The K.U.B. (Kitchen Utensil Box) keeps everything in one place. The kit includes 36 pieces of cookware, stainless steel serving pieces and utensils, along with a grate for grilling and a cutting board. Everything packs neatly into a rugged waterproof case for easy transport.

This unique multitool features a design reminiscent of a shark’s profile. It combines a pry bar with a bottle opener, box cutter, and bit driver. It’s made from TC4 titanium alloy, and its handle has a shiny blue finish. Rubber O-rings keep the driver bit securely in place when not in use.

Most modern lanterns are made from plastic. Mantar’s elegant LED lantern is made from aluminum and uses a transparent crystal glass shade to diffuse its light. Its LED offers adjustable color temperature and four brightness settings. Choose from stainless steel, brass, or black aluminum finishes.

Despite its bargain price, Mossy Oak’s pocket knife is handsome, versatile, and durable. It features a stainless steel drop-point blade, along with a built-in bottle opener, glass breaker, and pocket clip. Its stonewashed finish and wooden handle scales give it a great look too.

We love the teasing of Ryan Reynold’s Aviation Gin empire from Ryan’s non-drinking wife, Blake Lively, proprietress of Betty Buzz non-alcoholic mixers. “Well, at least it’s not another celebrity alcohol?” she tweeted for the launch of her healthier, lower-calorie mocktails made with natural ingredients for sipping or mixing.

These compact claw hammers might not have the leverage or heft of traditional hand tools, but they’re great for working in tight spaces and small enough to carry in a pocket. Measuring just 4.7″ long and weighing only 8oz., you can even keep one in your EDC pack. Sold in sets of two.

This spartan and inexpensive pocket tool is ideal for sailing and fishing, but it’s also useful for camping and hunting. It combines a honed knife blade, marlinspike, shackle key, and bottle opener. Its stainless steel handle has a 2″ imperial ruler on one side, and a 5cm metric ruler on the other.

NEBO’s diminutive keychain flashlight cranks out 400 lumens in Turbo mode, casting a beam as far as 269 feet away. It has 15, 50, and 150-lumen modes, as well as green and red LEDs. It’s made from anodized aluminum and is water- and impact-resistant. Comes with a wrist lanyard and a stainless steel necklace.

The mack daddy of summery European cocktails is the refreshing Aperol Spritz, making it de rigueur to stock up on Aperol aperitif, chilled prosecco, and soda. First distilled in 1919 in Northern Italy, the bittersweet orange liqueur gets its pizzazz from a century-old recipe of gentian, rhubarb, cinchona, and other botanicals.

These handsome modern flasks feature a glass container wrapped in a baseball-stitched leather jacket. A cutout in each case lets you see how much booze you have left, and it comes with both stainless steel and plastic leakproof lids. The set includes 100 mL and 240 mL flasks. Also sold individually or with silicone jackets.