Skymall Surprise
by MIA NGUYEN
The infamous SkyMall magazine reaffirms the notion that we love on a world of excess. Here are a few gems to look out for in the spring catalog.
Jolly Rancher Chandelier
Light Up Your Life
$1,800
- Made of gilded iron with cascading chains of Jolly Rancher candy
- 1,000 60-Watt bulbs
- Professional installation required
- This product is not available for international shipping
Disco Magic Clip-on Book Light
Brighter Pages, Better Comprehension
$25.00
- Transform your regular night reading experience into a fountain of fun
- 20 flashy colors
- Solar powered
- Sustainable aka "eco-chic"
Parrot Beak Salt & Pepper Shakers
Season Smarter
$29.99
- Minimal parrot beak design to match any kitchen decor
- Meticulously hand-crafted and painted
- Does not clog like most shakers
- No Animals Were Harmed
Scarface Quotes Etch A Sketch
Shake It Until You Make It
$59.99
- Preset with 100 quotes from the 1983 film
- Easy to use
- Lifetime warranty
Malapropism Shower Curtain
Treat Yourself Real Nice
$45.85
- Cute malapropism
- Conversation starter for guests using your bathroom
- Vibrant and cool as hell
- 100% polyester
- Liner not included
Ginger Ale Car Freshener
Keep Ridin'
$1.99
- Leave passengers sniffing like a dog
- Intense, long-lasting scent
- Semi-pleasant
- An acquired taste
- Lady-killer
Croissant Scented Socks
The Parisian Experience
$7.50/each
- Vintage
- 80% cotton
- 20% encrusted croissant flakes
- Left and right pairs sold separately
- Machine wash cold; hang to dry
- Limited edition
Mia Nguyen is the features editor of This Recording. She is a writer living in Rhode Island. You can find her website here.
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