September 5th, 2024:

Brands spotted

Happy Thursday, Thingtesters. Did anyone else notice the retro vibes this week? Perhaps I've spent too long looking at Correal Co's website — a new metalware brand that combines 3D printing and hand finishing to make pendants and other items. Its website has that early internet vibe that makes you feel like you have stumbled across something entirely new (although in reality, I was served the brand via the Instagram algorithm). Chipped is another brand channeling something of a Y2K vibe; its press-on nails are socially enabled so you can share your number with someone via the tap of a nail. The tech behind it is an NFC chip — like your debit or credit card contains for contactless payments.

We also have a fun new instant matzo ball soup brand, NOOISH, more green drink mixes, and Good Phats, an olive oil brand that wants you to drizzle as liberally as you like. Until next week!