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Fit by Kyzido Sunglasses
Here at GASP!, we often get the chance to try out great products by designers and shops. Recently, we were given the opportunity to try out several pairs of sunglasses from Fit by Kyzido. The company creates Asian fit sunglasses which take into account both Asian features and different types of face shape, such as oval and square. Frames are available for both men and women, and the average price is $45 per pair. Read [...] Continue »
Photoshop Fridge Magnets
In this era of overwhelmingly awesome technology, it’s no surprise that some people want to have a little bit of technology everywhere they go. Enter these Photoshop Fridge Magnets ($25 for a set of 11). On your fridge, they add a little bit of humor and design to your favorite photos. Need to rotate an image, or fix the color? There are magnets for that. Need to choose a brush? That’s there too. These magnets [...] Continue »
Chef’n Garlic Zoom Chopper
As a kitchen warrior, we fear little in the culinary corner or the home and as a human being we are no stranger to cute knick-knacks. Now we have the Garlic Zoom by Chef’n ($14.95), our new favorite kitchen toy that is the homogenous mix of cutesy and practicality. Simply place a clove or two of garlic into the snap open compartment and give it a few rolls back and forth. The rubber wheels rotate the steel blades for perfectly minced garlic [...] Continue »
Hello Kitty Red Bow Nerdy Wayfarer Glasses
When you are in the mood to dress up or just look cutesy for the day, wearing these Hello Kitty glasses ($21.99) will do the trick. The glasses come in black or white, so depending on your look or personality, you have the option of deciding which glasses you can rock better. The population of Hello Kitty lovers is growing day by day and these simple and cute glasses are enough to attract even more supporters. [...] Continue »
Microsoft “Year of the Dragon” Wireless Mouse
With the Chinese New Year approaching, many are preparing for the Year of the Dragon. The last time it rolled around in 2000, the internet was in its infancy. With 56k modems, phone lines, and long loading times, you had be lucky to download a song within a day, much less watch a high-def movie on a whim. Celebrate how far we’ve come in just 12 years with this Microsoft “Year of the Dragon” Wireless [...] Continue »
“When I was a kid” Short Story Collection
Now that the holidays are over, we can be sure that our parents will put away the embarrassing stories for another year (we were only three and it wasn’t that bad…) But that doesn’t mean that we can’t enjoy the stories of someone else’s childhood. In When I was a kid ($9.99 for eBook, $20 for softcover) by Cheeming Boey, we learn from short stories that, among other things, he had a purple chicken as a [...] Continue »
Wafu Japanese Vinaigrette
A New Year means a new diet and an easy way to make dieting easier is accompanying a nice salad with a good dressing. These Wafu Japanese Vinaigrettes ($20.00 for a 4-pack of 9.8 oz bottles) puts a new spin on an old flavor by combining the classic vinaigrette recipe with the flavor of sesame oil, ginger/carrot or edamame/wasabi. In addition to being delicious, they’re low in cholesterol, kosher and contain no artificial flavoring or [...] Continue »
Year of the Dragon Sterling Charm Bracelet
Transitioning to a new year also means a transition in the Chinese zodiac year. This year is the year of the dragon. Whether or not you were born during the year of the dragon, this Year of the Dragon Sterling Charm Bracelet ($12.50) will be a cute accessory to add into your collection. The charm comes on a 14″ cord, which you can tie to whatever length you wish. And for those who didn’t have [...] Continue »
iKoa Phone Case
Everyone with an iPhone tries to find the right case for them–soft or hard? What color? A full case, or just a skin? With this iKoa Phone Case ($179), there’s a beautiful option available. Featuring a hidden compartment for a credit card or license, this case might not fit every budget but it definitely complements any iPhone. Check out this product on our shopping blog, GASP!
Safari Fall Wing Tote
Every season, fashion magazines tell us that there’s a new bag in style–hobo, clutch, cross-body–and it’s hard to know if your purchase is really going to make it for the long haul. Luckily, there’s something that’s always in style: giving back, and one way to do it is with this Safari Fall Wing Tote ($140) by SlickWear.org. This tote is one of many products created by the eco-friendly line, and 25% of all sales are [...] Continue »
White Tigers: Being Caught Between Western And Asian Cultures
By Louis I was speaking to one of my professors that only until recently I have gained tremendous respect for. His philosophy when he first came to Canada as a new immigrant was to completely immerse himself in a new environment by being receptive to it and not posting up a ‘shell’ of isolation like most people do. It broke new ground for me because I realized that although we attribute the word ‘assimilation’ as [...] Continue »
Mini Sushi Staplers
Here at GASP!, we do so ever love our sushi–everything from sushi pillows to t-shirts and even sushi earrings. This time we offer you mini sushi staplers ($5.00 each) that will go great on any sushi-lover’s desk. Available in Tuna, Salmon or Shimp “flavors”, these nigiri will both keep your papers together and keep you hungry for sushi — whether that’s a good thing is up for debate. Check out this product on our shopping [...] Continue »
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