“At a time when nobody believes that the future will be ‘better,’ it’s definitely time to understand why … and how we got that way,” wrote editor V. Vale in the introduction to RE/Search #8/9, a collection focused on one of literature’s most astute prognosticators, J. G. Ballard—author of Crash and Empire of the Sun. Compiled here are incredibly rich interviews, musings of unsettling prescience (“The future is just going to be a vast, conforming suburb of the soul”), writings both fiction and nonfiction, collage artworks, and much more. Luckily available 40 years after its initial publication in a deluxe hardback edition, it serves as both the perfect introduction to Ballard and a treasure trove for those already initiated as his devotees. ($50, researchpubs.com) —Spike Carter

Louis Vuitton’s Neverfull handbag has been slung on the shoulders of the style set for the past 17 years. Now the maison has launched an even more tempting, fully reversible version. It comes in several different colors, materials, and sizes, but our favorite is the textile version of the Neverfull Bandoulière Inside Out MM, with the classic monogram on one side and a sporty coated canvas (in either, red, yellow, or deep pink) on the other. The bag can be easily tucked under the arm, but a detachable crossbody strap gives it an extra dose of functionality and style. And, true to its name, it has a certain Mary Poppins quality—stuff it with abandon, and it never seems to get all that full. Practically perfect! ($2,300; louisvuitton.com) —Ashley Baker

Photographer Dede Johnston has focused much of her energy on capturing the magic of alpine landscapes. Now her images have inspired a collection of half-zip pullovers, neck warmers, and, most thrillingly, fine bone china. Made in Staffordshire, England, the Skiers China Collection includes plates, mugs, bowls, teacups, saucers, and serving pieces that re-interpret “Crowded Slopes,” a 2008 photograph taken by Johnson in Courchevel. It’s tempting to order a few place settings, but the individual pieces also make spectacular hostess gifts—especially for those friends in Aspen, Verbier, and Saint-Moritz. ($740, dedejohnston-design.com) —Ashley Baker

The creators of the Emmy-nominated animated series Scavengers Reign wisely dispense with the endless exposition that can make even the most visually dazzling science fiction sound like Martian C-SPAN. As Lisa Simpson once complained of Cosmic Wars, “I can’t believe the ‘Gathering Shadow’ was Senate re-districting!” The premise of the show couldn’t be simpler: a group of astronauts have crash-landed on a distant planet, reminiscent of the ones imagined by French comic artist Jean “Moebius” Giraud, where everything—animal, vegetable, or otherwise—can kill you. This strange new world is not explained; it is experienced. Originally produced by HBO, Scavengers Reign has since moved to Netflix, which is reportedly considering a second season. (netflix.com) —Ash Carter

Aficionados of champagne and contemporary art, listen up. Dom Pérignon’s latest special edition of its 2015 vintage is a tribute to the artist Jean-Michel Basquiat. The bottles draw inspiration from one of his most captivating works, In Italian (1983), and their coffrets feature a triptych-style presentation, with three separate cases that, when arranged together, form a complete composition—a nod to both Basquiat’s assemblage technique and Dom Pérignon’s method of blending. Each also bears a unique emblem (in yellow, blue, and red) that combines elements from the brand’s heritage and the artist’s signature crown design. So sip away—or at the very least add some vitality to the top shelf of your bar. These bottles are a work of art, after all. ($299.99, domperignon.com) —Merritt Johnson

“I’m an exaggeration queen,” says Patricia Field, one of the most successful costume designers of our time. At 82, Field is known for her out-there aesthetic and for crafting unforgettable outfits that have become ingrained in pop culture—from Betty Suarez’s red glasses in Ugly Betty to Carrie Bradshaw’s John Galliano newspaper dress in Sex and the City. Before her career in television, Field ran a retail store for 50 years, employing notable figures from New York nightlife, including Daphne Rubin-Vega and Laverne Cox. She was also an early champion of artists such as Keith Haring and Jean-Michel Basquiat, selling their designs in the back of her shop. Happy Clothes, a new documentary directed by Michael Selditch, features interviews with friends and co-workers such as Lily Collins, Kim Cattrall, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Darren Star. The film chronicles Field’s journey as a queer, first-generation Greek-American and reveals the creative process behind her most renowned costumes. ($4.99, apple.com) —Jeanne Malle