London-based Present & Correct, purveyors of new and old office items, have sourced a unique vintage desk calendar from the ’70s that’s reminiscent of friendly flip clocks. This one can be used year after year (no batteries required, as it’s a hand-powered rolling mechanism), but you’ll have to learn how to read months and days in Swiss, Dutch or Portuguese—the languages it’s available in.
Added: January 2016
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Designed in 1987 by Dan Resigner, this perpetual wall calendar never gets old. It features the bright and bold blocks of color often seen in Reisinger’s artworks. The plastic and PVC calendar encourages owners to start their day with the meditative process of creating their own color combination by arranging cutouts—and with nearly 40,000 combinations possible, it’s likely to outlive you.
Added: January 2016
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With the clean lines associated with the zippiest vintage European race cars, Restoration Hardware’s Roadster Scoot for kids is a beautiful toy car—that allows children between the ages of two and four to get behind the wheel and power it along. It’s pedal-free (meaning it’s foot-powered) and comes with padded seating, a working steering wheel and silver-walled rubber tires. Altogether, it’s a smooth and beautiful ride.
Added: January 2016
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A limited edition rerelease of Polaroid’s sleek silver Sun 600 (which originally debuted in the ’80s) is back on the market, thanks to the Impossible Project—the initiative that acquired all of Polaroid’s film production equipment when the company ceased making it in 2008. The kit comes complete with two packs of film, so it’s as easy as (carefully) installing a cartridge and snapping away.
Added: January 2016
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London-based designer Freddy Taylor captures “12 unintended uses for the sponge” in his deadpan 2016 calendar. Artsy photographs depict the squishy yellow household cleaning tool in glamorous alternate lives: gloves, ear muffs, a sleeping mask, a plate for spaghetti and more. Hilarious and charming without being the least bit tacky.
Added: January 2016
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Part of Melbourne-based artist Sean Morris’ “Cosmic Dread” (2015) series comes the digitally printed “Alligator Freedom Ride” flag—in a new minty colorway. With a mustached man and a woman (brandishing a sword) riding an alligator-bodied motorbike, the print is nothing if not fierce. Measuring 900mm by 1400mm, the flag is printed in Australia and has been made in an edition of just five, making for some exclusive affordable art (note the price is in AUD).
Added: January 2016
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For over 100 years, Blenheim Bouquet has been one of the most coveted and recognizable scents from London perfumer Penhaligon’s. Light citrus notes up front give way to hearty—but delightful—musk. It’s outdoorsy through and through, with a balance of rugged and refined as the takeaway.
Added: January 2016
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When hair needs to be smooth, polished and shiny, the Flat Brush steps up to the styling challenge with a blend of boar and nylon bristles that evenly distributes natural oils. Made in England by Kent Brushes—making hair brushes since the 18th century—this version, complete with beechwood handle, was designed in collaboration with Bumble & bumble and put to the test backstage at fashion shows and in their Bb.Salons. It’s a brush that will last you years, if not more than a decade.
Added: January 2016
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Printed in an edition of 350, this year’s Tan & Loose calendar is a collaboration between artist brothers Wiley and Clay Hickson. Each page displays their distinct styles—both of which are entirely charming and strange. Spiral-bound for the desk and hole-punched for hanging on your wall, the weirdness within doesn’t mean it’s any less functional.
Added: January 2016
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Copenhagen-based designer Kristina Krogh’s beige and gold 2016 calendar bears “Two Zero One Six” in bold lettering, legible from across the room. Up close, the 50 x 70cm print presents the calendar for each month in a muted grey hue with gold-foil detailing. This poster is also available in a more stealthy grey and copper colorway.
Added: January 2016
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Not only does the elegant curved screen of LG’s OLED TV look striking, it helps make for increased viewing angles so that every seat’s a good seat. But the real viewing appeal lies in its OLED technology. Each one of its 8.3 million pixels is an LED that can switch off to true black, resulting in unparalleled color and contrast, and an overall phenomenal picture. Add to it a gesture-based “Magic Remote,” sound engineered by harman / kardon, 3D capabilities and, of course, smart TV features, and you have hands-down the best TV on the market right now.
Added: January 2016
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Made by Antalya, Turkey-based illustrator Gulsah Suzen, this vinyl-inspired 2016 calendar features the days of each month flowing through the grooves of a record. The print is available in two different sizes and is available on glossy or matte paper, or even canvas upon request. Each calendar can be customized by changing the color of the record’s inner ring.
Added: January 2016
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This minimal black-and-white calendar from Inkblot is printed on matte black PVC paper, making it possible to mark down important events and reminders with chalk—and easily erase mistakes. Each date has also been printed with white and silver scratchable ink, which leaves different traces depending on the material you use to scratch it off with. Measuring 50 x 70cm, only 100 copies of this calendar have been made.
Added: January 2016
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For those who wet shave with frequency or enjoy the process of grooming, there’s nothing like a refined, luxury razor. Aesop’s latest Double-Edge Razor happens to be one of the finest. The stainless steel Merkur Solingen blades (10 blades come with the purchase) are manufactured in Germany, but the razor itself is handmade in England. From a high-density, hand-polished handle to a beautiful chrome finish, the razor delivers a smooth shave and feels great in the process.
Added: January 2016
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For those who favor seeing a year as a whole, artist Michael Leithner’s 2016 Kalendar Poster (59.4 x 84.1cm) portrays each month as a ray extending forth from an off-set, vibrant number 16. Each line is placed at 16 degrees from the other, offering space for notation and a striking visual presentation. It’s a clever, graphic take on an annual planner.
Added: January 2016
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Made in Brooklyn (and available for fast delivery in NYC) Jacques Torres’ chocolate-covered ginger is the snack to nibble on even when you think you can’t eat another bite. The slab of candied ginger and dark chocolate combination is rich, but spicy and zesty—so it won’t feel like it’s weighing you down after a big holiday meal.
Added: December 2015
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Paris-based Devialet—known for their unusually sleek and compact hi-fi amplifiers—introduced all-in-one amp and speaker, the Phantom, to the US just this fall. And, unlike many new speakers hitting the mainstream market, the Phantom is a game-changer that takes its audio technology (so far, 88 patents) and results seriously: no background noise, no saturation and no distortion—only an incredible, sensorial sound experience. The compact, curiously egg-shaped speaker (made entirely in France) is stocked in 14 Apple stores in the US, and will be rolled out to more stores next year.
Added: December 2015
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Made in collaboration by The Skateroom and The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, these bright and bold skateboards feature Warhol’s infamous Campbell’s soup cans in eight different colorways. Not only does MoMA Store offer fast shipping, proceeds from the sale of these decks benefit Skateistan—an international NGO with projects in Afghanistan, Cambodia and South Africa.
Added: December 2015
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From Tom Dixon Studio’s “Brew” collection—designed around coffee consumption and everything that goes along with it—comes the brand new Brew Biscuit Tin. A brushed steel interior lends function, while the copper-finished exterior wows with vibrant simplicity. It’s a great gift for anyone looking to present something dunk-able with their cup of Joe.
Added: December 2015
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Famous for her colorful geometric and nature-inspired wallpaper designs, Australian designer and entrepreneur Florence Broadhurst was a fascinating individual. This book by Helen O’Neill explores Broadhurst’s body of work, as well as her personal life and tragic unsolved murder.
Added: December 2015
This product is sold by Hardie Grant Books
Belgian-born, Czech Republic-based designer Anna Torfs consistently make stunning glassware pieces that will be the envy of anybody who catches a glimpse. The Traam Vase is a certain favorite—it’s bold and dynamic, and changes along with the lighting in a room. Since Torfs makes all items by hand, your vase will be unlike any other in the world.
Added: December 2015
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Drew Smith (former editor of The Good Food Guide) has delved deep into all things oyster-related with his beautiful new hardcover “Oyster: A Gastronomic History (with Recipes).” From the delicacy’s ancient history (did you know Botticelli’s “Birth of Venus” incorrectly has her sailing ashore in a scallop shell, when it should have been an oyster shell?) to exciting recipes, etiquette, tools and more, this book is as fascinating as it is educational.
Added: December 2015
This product is sold by Abrams Books
Inspired by the bright lights of New York City, Jimmy Lion’s socks feature vibrant patterns alongside illustrations of the natural world. Their “Storm” socks are made in Portugal and are adorned with showers of pixelated lighting—perfect for energizing any outfit. The socks are made with a hand-linked toe, come in three colorways and are available in various sizes for all genders.
Added: December 2015
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Brooklyn-based artist Deborah Kass blends several aspects of her borough in her “OY/YO” series, from the Spanish for “I am” to local slang and the Yiddish language, the two letters used here express a lot. The fun and bold play on words is viewable as a gigantic sculpture in Brooklyn Bridge Park until August 2016, and also now available as cufflinks (sterling silver in 18 karat gold-plate)—but equally big in attitude.
Added: December 2015
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Available in an assortment of other subdued hues, this Hunter Green notebook by Washington DC-based brand Appointed speaks to its sustainable nature. Made with recycled paper (either blank, lined or grid-ruled) and created through renewable energy production processes, this 7.5-inch thought-keeper comes brass-coil-bound and with a water-resistant cover.
Added: December 2015
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Warby Parker’s Kincaid sunglasses are an effortlessly show-stopping take on classic aviators that partially exposes the lenses. The seemingly continuous line of the frame’s lightweight titanium makes them sleek, and the two colorways (brushed navy or riesling) are subtle and neutral, but never dull.
Added: December 2015
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