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Sabo Kappa Cactus Plushie Air Freshener

Nobody wants to see an air freshener lying around. There’s an entire industry dedicated to hiding them. This Sabo Kappa Cactus Plushie Air Freshener ($19.75) takes a new route: it is plainly visible, but so confusing that people will never … Continue reading

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Iwako Zoo Animals Eraser Set

Sometimes, it seems like the last time we used a pencil was in high school. Maybe that’s for the better, now that there are so many cute Iwako erasers, like this Zoo Animals Set ($5.54). Featuring seven take-apart erasers in … Continue reading

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Hello Kitty Mustache — Coin Bag

It’s Halloween! Which means that you need a costume, stat. If you’re short on time and low on creativity, you can always follow in Hello Kitty’s footsteps: add a mustache and call yourself a hipster. And with this Hello Kitty … Continue reading

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Twitter Necklace by Blend Creations

Are you a Social Media Queen? Do you want people to know where they can find your pithy Tweets online, without having to write it down? With this ‘At’ Symbol Necklace ($49) by Blend Creations, you can subtly make your … Continue reading

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Little Good Luck Cat

Deadlines arriving, computers crashing, bosses yelling–there are some days when it feels like you need at least a little luck to make it through. Luckily, this Little Good Luck Cat ($6) is there to help. This ceramic maneki neko measures … Continue reading

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GOTM! : Hello Kitty

Another month is here, so it’s time for Goodies of the Month! (GOTM!). Here are our picks of some weird items to complete your Hello Kitty collection: 1. Hello Kitty Mop: Housework is boring. Hello Kitty is cute. So make … Continue reading

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Kung Fu Tee

Here at GASP!, we often post shirts that are cute, funny, or just plain cool. This Kung Fu Tee ($15) Tee by Asian Crew Clothing, however, sends a message: as Asian Americans, we are not our stereotypes. Asian Crew is … Continue reading

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“Bubble Tea Baby” Tee

Bubble tea, boba, That Drink With Stuff You Chew–whatever you call it, bubble tea is delicious. So declare yourself a Bubble Tea Baby ($20) with this t-shirt by Fantastic Fam. The design features a bear and boba cup coexisting in … Continue reading

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“Forever and Ever” by David Choi

When we first started listening to David Choi’s latest CD, Forever and Ever ($7.99 on Amazon, $9.99 on iTunes, $11.99 for a physical CD), we could have sworn he was reading our minds. From the very first track, “Can’t Take … Continue reading

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PokeBall iPhone Case

Do you wanna be the very best? That no one ever was? (Dun dun dun) To catch them is your real test, to train them is your cause? Then show your PokeSkill with this Pokeball iPhone Case ($18). The case … Continue reading

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GOTM! : Hello Kitty

Another month is here, so it’s time for Goodies of the Month! (GOTM!). Here are our picks of some weird items to complete your Hello Kitty collection: 1. Hello Kitty Mop: Housework is boring. Hello Kitty is cute. So make … Continue reading

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Sari Jewelry Box by Amrita Singh

There’s nothing worse than putting one of your favorite necklaces down, then picking it up later and getting a brand-new necklace ball instead. Put away your jewelry (and little trinkets) safely and neatly with this Sari Jewelry Box ($40) by … Continue reading

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