ROCK ‘N’ ROLL ROCKER: PBteen, the retail arm of Pottery Barn aimed at high school and college-aged consumers, has developed a vibrant, modern take on the frumpy old beanbag. The iChair is a cozy lil’ suede number that sits flat on the floor, has speakers near the headrest, a subwoofer in the seat, and an iPod pocket on the side. The chair is available in charcoal or light blue, and sells for $399 at pbteen.com or 866-472-4001.| Elana Ashanti Jefferson
WALLET- FRIENDLY WALL ART:
Designers often suggest filling large, empty walls with small, sequential works. But original paintings can break one’s budget. West Elm offers a sleek, $39 option: This trio of stretched, 12-inch canvas squares comes in trendy colors celadon, espresso or mandarin, and features a coordinated, abstract, chain-link design. The set provides the freedom to arrange the art vertically, horizontally or in a staggered pattern. And price makes this art an expendable option for those increasingly popular “outdoor rooms” and patios. | Elana Ashanti Jefferson
TRY A LEGAL LID WITH HEMP HATS: Devotees of industrial-grade hemp sing the praises of this durable textile because the plant requires no herbicides, pesticides, fungicides or fertilizers to produce. Tilley Hemp Hats could be especially handy for anyone opting to spend Saturday – Earth Day – playing in the dirt because makers boast that this lightweight lid for gardeners and outdoor enthusiasts blocks almost all ultraviolet rays. The hats are also foldable, washable and include built-in sweat bands. Tilley Hats sell for $55 to $70 at Cherry Creek Travel, Eccentricity, Elevation Outfitters, R.E.I. and online at tilley.com.| Elana Ashanti Jefferson
