Does the perfect jacket even exist? Zegna’s Il Conte style comes very close. Inspired by a favorite piece once worn by founder Ermenegildo Zegna and named after the Count of Monte Rubello, the newest iteration is made of Vellus Aureum, the brand’s latest textile. This exceptionally fine, soft wool is among the most luxurious fabrics in the world, and aficionados can trace its life cycle in the jacket’s digital passport. But backstory aside, its lean, beautifully tailored shape will look right at home in all sorts of stylish places. So invest now, wear forever, and pass along to the next generation. It’s what Ermenegildo would have wanted. (from $10,990; available only in-store) —Ashley Baker
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Sparkle
Pomellato
Some might consider Valentine’s Day to be a skippable holiday, but we’ll take any excuse to buy jewelry. Especially a ring (or three) from Pomellato, the elegant Milanese jeweler whose work with colored stones keeps us up at night, in a good way. The pieces in its Pomellato Together collection—intended to symbolize and celebrate unity and connection—feel especially timely. Its signature ring, made of rose gold set with diamonds, consists of two bands connected with a link that can be either concealed or revealed. It’s certainly a beautiful gift for that special someone, though not a bad way to treat yourself, either. ($4,200; pomellato.com) —Ashley Baker
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LISTEN
The Age of Anxiety
Hannah Rodgers, an indie artist more commonly known by her stage name, Pixx, created an eclectic mix of sounds in her 2017 album, The Age of Anxiety. The opening song, “I Bow Down,” has a slow build-up and a contagious beat that culminate in hard-rock guitar riffs and a bouncy refrain. It’s followed by “Everything Is Weird in America”—a song that feels particularly relevant today—which reprises her beat-crafting skills and more, with experimental guitar and synth tones as well as poignant, timeless lyrics. Next up is “Waterslides,” my personal favorite. With a catchy pop melody that you can’t stop listening to, it leaves you hungry for more. Listen and indulge. You won’t regret it. (spotify.com) —Henry McGrath
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BLAZE
Charlie Fox Dispensary
Charlie Fox’s flagship dispensary in Midtown offers a unique, elevated cannabis experience, anchored by its thoughtfully designed space—which to many feels like a sanctuary. Spread across three floors, its interior channels old-world apothecaries and midcentury elegance, transporting you to another era. Whether you’re browsing for premium weed or enjoying a personalized consultation with one of their marijuana sommeliers, rest assured that their products focus on high-quality ingredients from local New York farmers. For those seeking a more controlled experience, we recommend their line of low-THC gummies, providing just the right edge for relaxation, sleep, social outings, or creativity. (from $45, shopcharliefox.com) —Jen Noyes
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READ
Rabbi Burns
When Aben Kandel, a Romanian-American novelist and prolific screenwriter of low-budget horror films, published the novel Rabbi Burns, in 1931, critics denounced its “needless pornography … smoking car language, and desecration of a rabbi”—relegating it to obscurity shortly after its release. A provocative satire about “Hollywood Jews,” the novel’s titular character, Rabbi Marvin Burns, is a caricature of the real-life rabbi-to-the-stars Edgar Magnin. Kandel surrounds Burns with a diverting cross section of Jewish L.A. society: a lovestruck secretary, the socialite daughter of a mogul, an ambitious publisher of the fictional Los Angeles Jewish Sentinel, and an embittered, sex-obsessed writer. Out of print for decades, Kandel’s roman à clef was recently reissued by Felix Farmer Press. Find limited editions of it exclusively at Book Soup, in Los Angeles. ($20, booksoup.com) —Paulina Prosnitz
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STRUT
Loewe
Loewe’s signature sneaker is back, and we can’t hit Add to Cart fast enough. First introduced in 2019, the new Ballet Runner 2.0 seamlessly reimagines the silhouette of a ballet flat in the style of a 1970s retro trainer. The latest version features the house’s signature asymmetrical toe, a revamped “L” monogram on the quarter, and a sock-like internal structure—combining comfort with effortless elegance. Placing bets on the hottest sneaker of the season? Wait until we throw these into the ring. ($790, loewe.com) —Merritt Johnson