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Allbirds alternatives
Wool, natural-material and comfort sneakers, picked by what you loved about Allbirds.
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Guides
Short, editor-written guides to the independent brands in our directory—picked by what you need, then shop direct.
Editor's picks
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Where to Buy Official F1 Merch
Where to buy official F1 merch in 2026: every team's official store, the F1 Store, authorized retailers and collectibles in one place.
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Holiday Gift Guide 2026
2026 gift ideas from independent brands, by recipient and budget: chocolate, books, stationery, coffee gear, jewelry and more.
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Alternatives
Love a brand but want options? Independent picks matched to what you liked about it.
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Brands Like Smythson
Compare leather diaries, notebooks and planners by vibe and price tier—from Mark+Fold to Postalco and Traveler's Company.
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Brands Like Mejuri
Looking for brands like Mejuri? Compare everyday gold jewelry brands by metal (solid gold, vermeil, plated), returns and price tier.
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Brands Like Glossier
Love Glossier's no-makeup look? Compare Merit, Saie, Tower 28, Kosas, ILIA and more by vibe, skin type and price tier.
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Best of
Our editors' shortlist of the best independent brands for one need.
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Best One-Bag Travel Backpacks
Compare one-bag travel backpacks from Aer, Tortuga, Peak Design, Minaal, Nomatic and Osprey by size, weight and organization.
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Head-to-head
Two or three brands side by side, so you can pick the one that fits.
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Away vs Monos vs July
Away, Monos or July? Compare the three DTC carry-ons on size, weight, capacity, warranty and features—plus Béis, CALPAK, Roam and Briggs & Riley.
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Brooklinen vs Parachute vs Boll & Branch Sheets (2026)
Brooklinen, Parachute or Boll & Branch? Compare weaves, materials, certifications, trial periods and price tier—plus Coyuchi, Cozy Earth and Buffy.
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Caraway vs Our Place vs HexClad
Caraway, Our Place or HexClad? Compare ceramic, hybrid and stainless pans on material, heat limits, care and warranty—plus Made In.
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Collections
Hand-picked sets of stores around a theme, season or occasion.
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B Corp Brands to Shop Online, by Category (2026)
A curated list of Certified B Corporation brands you can shop online—fashion, outdoor, home, pets, coffee and more—each verified on the B Lab directory.
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Where to buy
Official sites, stockists and shipping notes for one brand—so you know where to shop.
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Where to Buy Saie
Official site shipping notes, major stockists, and similar dewy makeup brands if Saie doesn't ship to you.
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Shopping tips
Short, practical how-tos for shopping safely on brands' own websites.
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How to Spot a Fake Brand Website
Seven quick checks to make sure you're on a brand's own site before you pay, plus what to do if you're not sure.
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