Elizabeth Kolbert is bringing some much-needed clarity to today’s environmental crisis. In 26 short essays, one for each letter of the alphabet, Kolbert—a New Yorker staff writer and the author of the Pulitzer Prize–winning book The Sixth Extinction—tackles key landmarks in the climate-change landscape, from B, for Greta Thunberg’s infamous “Bla, bla, bla” speech in 2021, which slammed politicians for their empty promises, to R, for registered Republicans, who in recent studies have marked climate change as their lowest priority. Kolbert, a realist, doesn’t sugarcoat how bad things are—but true to the title of the book, H Is for Hope, she includes cautiously optimistic tales of innovation and resilience, noting that D, for despair, is unproductive. (24.99, penguinrandomhouse.com) —Paulina Prosnitz

Prada launched its structured, top-handle Galleria bag in 2007, and it quickly became one of the house’s classics. Named after the brand’s flagship, which founder Mario Prada opened in the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II in 1913, it tends to get a seasonal face-lift. For spring ’24, the fresh colors and fabrics have been entirely reconsidered. A soft-grain leather gives some styles a more relaxed feel, while others get their attitude from gold-plated micro-studs. But our favorite styles are the ones that include three-dimensional appliqué flowers, especially the coiled rosebuds and unfurled anemones, which comprise more than 80 individual pieces and are made entirely by hand. ($8,500; prada.com) —Ashley Baker

Tired of hangovers? Looking for a good time? Don’t want to gain weight? Look no further than oHHo’s THC Seltzers. The New York–based cannabis-and-botanicals wellness company was launched in 2020 with an aim toward bringing “plants with benefits” to the masses. Unfortunate pun aside, they take this promise seriously, framing weed as an alternative to social alcohol drinking. The seltzers kick in quickly and smoothly. Newbies should opt for the pink grapefruit and elderflower, and make sure to start with just a few sips. (from $28.50, weareohho.com) —Jeanne Malle

How’s your forehand? A work in progress? You’ll be forgiven for using style to compensate. And on that note, there’s no better way to dominate the courts than by wearing the new tennis capsule collection from Brunello Cucinelli. There are delights for men, women, and children alike, and while the skirts, dresses, pants, and knits have plenty of technical prowess, they work just as well off the court. The vintage-like French terry shorts and the cable-knit dress are two especially appealing options, but good luck resisting the elegant tote bag, trimmed in camel-colored leather. (from $2,195; brunellocucinelli.com) —Ashley Baker

Once again, we can expect crowds to be hanging around the Mark Hotel later this spring—this time not so much for the celebrity sightings as for the fresh, plant-based dishes served at the hotel’s new restaurant. Jean-Georges Vongerichten’s vegetarian hot spot abcV first opened inside ABC Carpet & Home in 2017. The restaurant’s second location, in the outdoor space of the well-known 77th Street and Madison Avenue hotel, will offer non-G.M.O., sustainable, artisanal, and organic plates, sourced locally and globally from family farms. My guess is vegan and vegetarian TikTokers at the Mark will be holding up their phones to take pictures of their delightful avocado lettuce cups while Chris Hemsworth and Bad Bunny squeeze past them. (themarkhotel.com) —Carolina de Armas

We’re going to break custom and talk about money, because, according to Scott Galloway, a New York University business professor and co-host of the Pivot podcast withKara Swisher, that’s the first step in catapulting yourself to financial success. He’s out with The Algebra of Wealth, which provides concrete advice for financial security. For instance, pick a career based on your talents, not your passions (sorry), and stoicism can help you minimize spending (double sorry). Whether you want to hear these lessons right now or not, the book is straightforward and you’ll thank yourself later. ($32, amazon.com) —Clara Molot