There are certain sects of consumer society that are pervasive and adamant about their respective product -- Mac addicts, Vespa riders, Nutella fiends, Swiffer maniacs. Add Sharpie to that list, as I am completely obsessed with the permanent marker phenom. The new Sharpie Retractable is a Sharpie lover's dream come true. No cap to lose, a clip to hold the marker in the spine of your spiral notebook or back jeans pocket, and a variety of vibrant colors that make this Benetton reference possible.[Sharpie Retactable Fine Point Markers, about $13 for an 8-pack (staples.com)].
