10 Essentials For Staying Home This Weekend
With just a few accessories—a limited edition bourbon from Old Forester with the right glass to drink it from, the most comfortable sweatshirt you’ll ever wear, a good book, and a pair of indoor/outdoor slippers, for example—you can elevate your lounging game this weekend from “just okay” to luxuriously relaxed. So check out these 10 essentials for staying home this weekend if you’re looking to upgrade your leisure quality.
Mack Weldon ACE Crew Neck Sweatshirt
FRENCH TERRY
You’ve hopefully got a pair of five of Mack Weldon boxer briefs in your top drawer, and ideally more than one seriously soft Mack Weldon tee in your T-shirt drawer. Add in some tapered sweatpants from the brand and round it all out the right way with the Ace Crew Neck Sweatshirt, featuring a tailored fit and micro-brushed French Terry fabric.
Price: $88
Vuori Ponto Shorts
LIGHTWEIGHT LOUNGERS
Lounge in style with Vuori’s Ponto shorts — a ridiculously soft and lightweight pair of lounge shorts with the most comfortable brushed elastic waistband you can imagine. The 7.5-inch inseam means you won’t feel funny wearing them out of the house, either. And with reinforced zippered pockets, they won’t sag even while you’re carrying your wallet and phone.
Price: $78 $62
Dark Matter: A Novel
NYT BESTSELLER
The mind-bending science fiction masterpiece “Dark Matter” by Blake Crouch takes you on a gripping journey through alternate realities. It’s a perfect blend of suspense and emotion, exploring the paths not taken and the depths of love and identity and is ideal for weekend readers seeking an unputdownable, thought-provoking adventure novel.
Price: $16
Old Forester 2018 Birthday Bourbon
LIMITED EDITION
Old Forester continues to observe high standards for small batch production, including with their limited edition Birthday Bourbon, first released in 2002 to celebrate the 156th birthday of the founder. The 2018 batch includes 120 barrels distilled in June of 2006 and aged 12 years to produce a 101-proof liquor the amber hue of raw honey.
Punctuated by notes of herbal lemon tea sweetened with a touch of honey, this is one liquor bourbon lovers won’t mind having on hand this weekend.
Price: $195+
Denver & Liely Bourbon Glass
WHISKEY NEAT
The Denver & Liely Bourbon Glass, born from extensive research in Kentucky and Tennessee, is a testament to refined bourbon enjoyment. With its hand-blown, lead-free crystal design, this glass elevates the bourbon experience, enhancing aroma and taste through its scientifically crafted shape.
The shallow base brings you closer to the spirit, amplifying the nuances of the bourbon, while the glass’s proportions allow for both neat sips and room for ice, making it an exquisite companion for any bourbon aficionado.
Price: $55
Teva ReEmber Terrain Slip-Ons
EFFORTLESS COMFORT
The Teva ReEmber Terrain Slip-Ons, versatile and stylish, are the perfect footwear for a relaxed weekend, whether you’re lounging on the couch or grilling in the backyard. These slip-ons, designed with comfort and practicality in mind, blend cozy, cushioned support with durable, outdoor-ready soles, making them ideal for both indoor relaxation and outdoor activities. Their easy slip-on style and robust design provide effortless comfort and functionality for all your weekend needs.
Price: $90 $45
Sonos Roam Smart Speaker
SMART LISTENING
A decent smart speaker like the Sonos Roam is a must-have for lounging around the house on a Sunday. You can listen to your Spotify playlists, the good old-fashioned radio, and audiobooks, using the Sonos app or your voice. Of course, this smart speaker is Bluetooth capable too. You can even pair multiple speakers for a surround-sound effect.
Price: $179
Nintendo Switch
PORTABLE GAME PLAY
If you’re not already inducted into the cult of Nintendo classic games and series, the Switch is the perfect place to start. It’s one of the Japanese gaming giant’s most successful consoles to date, and with good reason: It’s extremely portable. It has great graphics resolution. It’s versatile, and can be played as a handheld or cast to a big screen.
And it has the deepest catalog of games of any Nintendo system to date, with everything from classic Mario Bros. to cutting edge indie games like Hollow Knight.
Price: $350
Tiny Kitchen Prohibition Candle
SUSTAINABLY-SOURCED
If you don’t have a time machine handy, Tiny Kitchen’s Prohibition Candle is the next best thing to transport you to the Roaring Twenties. Juniper, tobacco, and vanilla will suffuse every corner of your house over the candle’s 40+ hour burn time, and its vegan wax composition is FDA-approved and chemical-free.
Price: $26
Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones
NOISE CANCELING
No matter where your musical tastes lie, Sony’s WH-1000XM4 Headphones will reveal new depths and intricacies in your favorite songs. Their noise canceling properties are downright amazing, giving you the opportunity to hear every single detail of your music while melting away from the outside world. The added smart features like voice control are just the cherry on top of an already excellent cake.
Price: $348
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