A Foldable Yoga Mat—and More Clever Items to Simplify Your Life
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A laptop sleeve-turned-stand, a cute scratching post for your kitty, and more smart finds.
shopstakt.com
Time and again, we find that the best products in life are the multi-functional ones. Why buy any old laptop case when you could choose a sleek, vegan leather sleeve that transforms into a handy laptop stand once you get to your destination? Why add multiple exercise accessories to your cart when you can get a soft and supportive fitness mat that folds easily into a workout block, a step for incline moves, and extra padding for knees and elbows? There's really no competition there. You'll find these smart picks and more—including an actually attractive pet scratcher and a souped-up backpack—right here.
Transformable Laptop Sleeve
multitasky.com
This laptop sleeve works as hard as you do: It protects your computer during the commute and folds into a stand once you get to the office.
Price at time of publish: $40
Foldable Yoga Mat
shopstakt.com
In more folding news, we bring you this high-functioning foam mat. Unfurl it for yoga class or close it up for tricep dips, step-ups, incline exercises, and more. Even when spread out, it’s twice as thick as a typical exercise mat.
Price at time of publish: $86
Couch-Saving Scratching Post
etsy.com
Scratching posts aren’t usually all that pretty, but this handmade option is a whole other animal. Bonus: It hugs the corner of your couch to shield it from curious claws.
Price at time of publish: $140
No-Fail Charcuterie Plate
goverre.com
If your charcuterie boards don’t come out looking particularly Insta-worthy, this melamine tray—with ridges to guide where you put your salami, Brie, and accoutrements—is the answer.
Price at time of publish: $39
Cross-Body Phone Case
bandolierstyle.com
Snap this attractive case onto your phone for a no-fuss “bag” that can also hold your ID and credit cards. A perfectly practical accessory for any traveler—or anyone who needs help keeping track of their stuff.
Price at time of publish: $118
Anti-Theft Vacation Backpack
baggallini.com
Not today, pickpockets! This cut-resistant backpack has locking zippers to safeguard your stuff, no matter what crowded city you find yourself in.
Price at time of publish: $110
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