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Cool Hunting Guest Curates Etsy
(28 October 2009) - On Etsy today, check out my not-just-for-Halloween picks to see a Hitchcock-inspired headband, jewelry made from snake bones, an ornate heart-shaped eye patch and more! We're excited to take part and thank Etsy for the opportunity....
(28 October 2009) - On Etsy today, check out my not-just-for-Halloween picks to see a Hitchcock-inspired headband, jewelry made from snake bones, an ornate heart-shaped eye patch and more! We're excited to take part and thank Etsy for the opportunity....
Dirty Donny Halloween Watch
(19 October 2009) - by Jeremy Brautman The artwork of Canadian "Dirty" Donny Gillies has graced a range of objects from skateboards to statues, but most notably Metallica album covers. Now his punk rock tenor can be found on an exclusive limited edition Halloween watch from Vannen. Built with a Japanese Quartz movement, the water resistant watch not only looks great, boasting his signature monster art, but is built...
(19 October 2009) - by Jeremy Brautman The artwork of Canadian "Dirty" Donny Gillies has graced a range of objects from skateboards to statues, but most notably Metallica album covers. Now his punk rock tenor can be found on an exclusive limited edition Halloween watch from Vannen. Built with a Japanese Quartz movement, the water resistant watch not only looks great, boasting his signature monster art, but is built...
Valentine's Day Gift Guide 2009, Part Two
(06 February 2009) - Part two of our Valentine's day guide brings more treats for the sweet. From exceptional chocolates (no heart-shaped box required) to itty-bitty polka dot boxers, these gifts are refreshing takes on traditional picks. DL & Co. Lady Rhubarb Perfume With red mandarin, sandalwood, grapefruit and perilla (otherwise known as shiso), one of our favorite brands makes a scent that balances freshness, femininity and a little...
(06 February 2009) - Part two of our Valentine's day guide brings more treats for the sweet. From exceptional chocolates (no heart-shaped box required) to itty-bitty polka dot boxers, these gifts are refreshing takes on traditional picks. DL & Co. Lady Rhubarb Perfume With red mandarin, sandalwood, grapefruit and perilla (otherwise known as shiso), one of our favorite brands makes a scent that balances freshness, femininity and a little...
Valentine's Day Gift Guide 2009, Part One
(05 February 2009) - We know we're not alone in the general uneasiness inspired by the pressures of Valentine's day. In addition to provoking relationship anxiety (among singles and couples alike) and the extra strain on wallets, there's something particularly stressful about picking out yet another gift when confronted by the sappy, frilly options out there. In an effort to help restore a little sincerity to the holiday, this...
(05 February 2009) - We know we're not alone in the general uneasiness inspired by the pressures of Valentine's day. In addition to provoking relationship anxiety (among singles and couples alike) and the extra strain on wallets, there's something particularly stressful about picking out yet another gift when confronted by the sappy, frilly options out there. In an effort to help restore a little sincerity to the holiday, this...
Frederik Roijé: Two of a Kind Ring
(05 February 2009) - Bucking nearly every Valentine's Day gift cliché out there by dispensing with traditional materials, colors, ornamentation and the like, this porcelain double ring is a minimalist piece of jewelry that still packs a sweetly sentimental punch. Designed by Dutch designer Frederik Roijé and produced by Droog, "in breaking the ring an engagement with each other will exist." We can't think of a more elegant...
(05 February 2009) - Bucking nearly every Valentine's Day gift cliché out there by dispensing with traditional materials, colors, ornamentation and the like, this porcelain double ring is a minimalist piece of jewelry that still packs a sweetly sentimental punch. Designed by Dutch designer Frederik Roijé and produced by Droog, "in breaking the ring an engagement with each other will exist." We can't think of a more elegant...
Jimmyjane: Little Gold Limited
(29 January 2009) - Valentines Day can be rather stressful. Luckily Jimmyjane, purveyor of sophisticated sex toys, has relieved some of the worry about what to gift your lover with their newest additions to the Little Gold vibrator line, aptly named Little Gold Limited. Made of 24k gold, the luxurious little jewels are adorned with an intricate heart and scroll etching. The three new additions bear the words...
(29 January 2009) - Valentines Day can be rather stressful. Luckily Jimmyjane, purveyor of sophisticated sex toys, has relieved some of the worry about what to gift your lover with their newest additions to the Little Gold vibrator line, aptly named Little Gold Limited. Made of 24k gold, the luxurious little jewels are adorned with an intricate heart and scroll etching. The three new additions bear the words...
Hou Hou Shu Sparkling Sake
(23 December 2008) - For an unconventional New Year's toast, we can't think of a better option than Marumoto Brewery's Hou Hou Shu, a sparkling unfiltered Junmaishu sake. Tim and I first sampled it when we visited NYC's tofu restaurant Kyotofu and loved the light, slightly sweet flavor and gentle, natural carbonation which makes for a drinking experience very similar to champagne. At only 6% alcohol, the fruity...
(23 December 2008) - For an unconventional New Year's toast, we can't think of a better option than Marumoto Brewery's Hou Hou Shu, a sparkling unfiltered Junmaishu sake. Tim and I first sampled it when we visited NYC's tofu restaurant Kyotofu and loved the light, slightly sweet flavor and gentle, natural carbonation which makes for a drinking experience very similar to champagne. At only 6% alcohol, the fruity...
Illustrator Lisa Evans
(22 December 2008) - It was such a thrill stumbling across the blog of U.K. illustrator Lisa Evans. I was in the Nordstrom department store with my mom over Thanksgiving, admiring the annual Christmas displays, as I do every year. Nordstrom has always had a fantastic tradition of using wonderful illustrators more often than not. And this year I was loving the cute bird theme that kept popping...
(22 December 2008) - It was such a thrill stumbling across the blog of U.K. illustrator Lisa Evans. I was in the Nordstrom department store with my mom over Thanksgiving, admiring the annual Christmas displays, as I do every year. Nordstrom has always had a fantastic tradition of using wonderful illustrators more often than not. And this year I was loving the cute bird theme that kept popping...
CH Gift Guide: Brick and Mortar Options
(19 December 2008) - As the holidays get closer and closer, online orders may no longer be an option—not to mention that the best way to support your local workers in our increasingly flagging is to shop local. Luckily there are plenty of options included in the 2008 Cool Hunting Gift Guide that are available nationally at Brick and Mortar Stores. American Apparel With tons of colorful basics...
(19 December 2008) - As the holidays get closer and closer, online orders may no longer be an option—not to mention that the best way to support your local workers in our increasingly flagging is to shop local. Luckily there are plenty of options included in the 2008 Cool Hunting Gift Guide that are available nationally at Brick and Mortar Stores. American Apparel With tons of colorful basics...
The Ghostly Box Series 8.0
(19 December 2008) - Now into its third year, the Ghostly Box Series is a smart way to introduce your friends and family to the Ghostly Universe. Series 8.0 of The Ghostly Box for 2008 is a hand-numbered edition of 50 that includes a Text Ghost Tee (designed by Ashkhan from Don't Stop Studio), an exclusive Ghostly Moleskine notebook with embossed logo and a copy of the Ghostly...
(19 December 2008) - Now into its third year, the Ghostly Box Series is a smart way to introduce your friends and family to the Ghostly Universe. Series 8.0 of The Ghostly Box for 2008 is a hand-numbered edition of 50 that includes a Text Ghost Tee (designed by Ashkhan from Don't Stop Studio), an exclusive Ghostly Moleskine notebook with embossed logo and a copy of the Ghostly...
Red Cap Cards
(18 December 2008) - Red Cap Cards, the Beverly Hills-based creator of smartly illustrated letterpress greeting cards, journals, and clothing, has just added Anke Weckmann and Lauren Duarte to their list of collaborators. Established in 2004 by Hal Mertz and illustrator Carrie Gifford—who also goes by Apple Moshberry—Red Cap Cards have spent the past four years perfecting their collection of whimsical designs, many boasting adorable little stick figures with...
(18 December 2008) - Red Cap Cards, the Beverly Hills-based creator of smartly illustrated letterpress greeting cards, journals, and clothing, has just added Anke Weckmann and Lauren Duarte to their list of collaborators. Established in 2004 by Hal Mertz and illustrator Carrie Gifford—who also goes by Apple Moshberry—Red Cap Cards have spent the past four years perfecting their collection of whimsical designs, many boasting adorable little stick figures with...
Last Minute Shopping in the Cool Hunting Gift Guide
(17 December 2008) - If you're like us, you're sitting around wondering how you can get your packages to your holiday destination without paying an extortionate fee at the airport. The best option is order online and have them sent—especially with all of the free shipping offers in the Cool Hunting Exclusive Deals & Steals section of our 2008 Holiday Gift Guide.But are you too late to get...
(17 December 2008) - If you're like us, you're sitting around wondering how you can get your packages to your holiday destination without paying an extortionate fee at the airport. The best option is order online and have them sent—especially with all of the free shipping offers in the Cool Hunting Exclusive Deals & Steals section of our 2008 Holiday Gift Guide.But are you too late to get...
Latest Crop on the CH Gift Guide
(03 December 2008) - Everyday we add new products to the Gift Guide. Here's a sampling of the latest. Clockwise... Navaglow Tape Leather-Clad Flashlight Strawberry Rice Hull Gift Flashflight Light-Up Flying Disc Seletti Leather Punch Bag Bandai Luminodot Lite-Brite HD Board ...
(03 December 2008) - Everyday we add new products to the Gift Guide. Here's a sampling of the latest. Clockwise... Navaglow Tape Leather-Clad Flashlight Strawberry Rice Hull Gift Flashflight Light-Up Flying Disc Seletti Leather Punch Bag Bandai Luminodot Lite-Brite HD Board ...
Latest Additions to the CH Gift Guide
(02 December 2008) - Today brings a fresh crop of gifts for your perusal. Clockwise from top left: Meat-wrapper for gadgets DIY Molecular Gastronomy Nevermind print or the web, puzzle it out Wearing your sentiments on your umbrella Pin-ups for the Williamsburg set Color play with the nation's official residence ...
(02 December 2008) - Today brings a fresh crop of gifts for your perusal. Clockwise from top left: Meat-wrapper for gadgets DIY Molecular Gastronomy Nevermind print or the web, puzzle it out Wearing your sentiments on your umbrella Pin-ups for the Williamsburg set Color play with the nation's official residence ...
Cool Hunting 2008 Gift Guide
(01 December 2008) - Jam-packed full of gifts sure to please loved ones, enemies and those who you feel relatively neutral about, our annual gift guide culls all the options and organizes our favorites in one convenient location for your online shopping pleasure. From paper guns and Absinthe sets to Dr. Dre's headphones and an eco-friendly TV, there's something there for everyone. We'll be adding new finds daily...
(01 December 2008) - Jam-packed full of gifts sure to please loved ones, enemies and those who you feel relatively neutral about, our annual gift guide culls all the options and organizes our favorites in one convenient location for your online shopping pleasure. From paper guns and Absinthe sets to Dr. Dre's headphones and an eco-friendly TV, there's something there for everyone. We'll be adding new finds daily...
The Objects Show
(21 November 2008) - Just in time for the holiday season, R 20th Century Gallery in lower Manhattan has launched their first show geared toward small-scale objects. Perhaps realizing that these tough financial times make the gifting of rare vintage furniture less likely, R will be offering a wide array of objects and accessories for an equally wide variety of pocket books. Prices range anywhere from $15 to $10,000...
(21 November 2008) - Just in time for the holiday season, R 20th Century Gallery in lower Manhattan has launched their first show geared toward small-scale objects. Perhaps realizing that these tough financial times make the gifting of rare vintage furniture less likely, R will be offering a wide array of objects and accessories for an equally wide variety of pocket books. Prices range anywhere from $15 to $10,000...
Artware Vinyl Christmas Trees
(13 November 2008) - NYC-based artists Markus Linnenbrink, Fred Tomaselli, Marilyn Minter and Phoebe Washburn collaborated with Artware Editions on an environmentally-sound (and avant-garde) alternative to the living Christmas tree. Each artist came up with a die-cut vinyl wall sticker of the life-sized trees that are the mainstay of the yuletide tradition and the results bear the mark of their creators. Tomaselli's tall and skinny version (above left)...
(13 November 2008) - NYC-based artists Markus Linnenbrink, Fred Tomaselli, Marilyn Minter and Phoebe Washburn collaborated with Artware Editions on an environmentally-sound (and avant-garde) alternative to the living Christmas tree. Each artist came up with a die-cut vinyl wall sticker of the life-sized trees that are the mainstay of the yuletide tradition and the results bear the mark of their creators. Tomaselli's tall and skinny version (above left)...
Rise and Fall Floral Love Pillow
(12 February 2008) - Just in time for Valentine's Day, Cool Hunting favorites Rise and Fall created a romantic heart-shaped pillow that wouldn't be complete without their hint of macabre. The Brooklyn-based design collective designed this black and white floral print with skulls cleverly hidden into the pattern (click on image for detailed view). Made by hand, the pillow fits in nicely with Rise and Fall's other efforts...
(12 February 2008) - Just in time for Valentine's Day, Cool Hunting favorites Rise and Fall created a romantic heart-shaped pillow that wouldn't be complete without their hint of macabre. The Brooklyn-based design collective designed this black and white floral print with skulls cleverly hidden into the pattern (click on image for detailed view). Made by hand, the pillow fits in nicely with Rise and Fall's other efforts...
Vosges Flaming Chocolate Hearts
(31 January 2008) - The lack of inventive gifts around Valentine's Day is yet another reason why we have a hard time getting behind the commercial holiday. We've found some fun alternatives, DIY solutions and, thankfully, Vosges applied their winning formula of inventive chocolate combined with clever presentation for a traditional gift with enough of an edge to keep it interesting. Shaped like a Sacred Heart, their new...
(31 January 2008) - The lack of inventive gifts around Valentine's Day is yet another reason why we have a hard time getting behind the commercial holiday. We've found some fun alternatives, DIY solutions and, thankfully, Vosges applied their winning formula of inventive chocolate combined with clever presentation for a traditional gift with enough of an edge to keep it interesting. Shaped like a Sacred Heart, their new...
Penhaligon's Luxury Crackers
(21 December 2007) - For a truly fabulous way to ring in the New Year, Penhaligon's crackers feature a surprise that far outdoes the usual plastic tchotchke fare. The esteemed British purveyor of grooming products hides a small leather notebook, keychain or other gift (as well as a New Year's resolution) inside a package tied with sumptuous red velvet bows.A set of six is £90 from Penhaligon's or $180...
(21 December 2007) - For a truly fabulous way to ring in the New Year, Penhaligon's crackers feature a surprise that far outdoes the usual plastic tchotchke fare. The esteemed British purveyor of grooming products hides a small leather notebook, keychain or other gift (as well as a New Year's resolution) inside a package tied with sumptuous red velvet bows.A set of six is £90 from Penhaligon's or $180...
Angry Christmas Crackers
(13 December 2007) - The Ireland-based design company Angry have created their own take on the traditional Christmas cracker. Each cracker contains materials to create a felt hat, which come in several colors can be customized using the included scissors. Also included within the crackers are jokes written by Angry's own Mike Ahern and one inch pins that say phrases like " Turkey Please" "One More Sprout" and...
(13 December 2007) - The Ireland-based design company Angry have created their own take on the traditional Christmas cracker. Each cracker contains materials to create a felt hat, which come in several colors can be customized using the included scissors. Also included within the crackers are jokes written by Angry's own Mike Ahern and one inch pins that say phrases like " Turkey Please" "One More Sprout" and...
2007 Gift Guide: Stocking Stuffers
(03 December 2007) - We love the idea of hiding something extravagant like jewelry or an iPhone in a stocking, but the more typical fare—knick-knacks, chocolate—will do too. If you're of the non-gentile persuasion, these gifts will work for any (or all) of the eight days of Hanukkah. Check them all out in our gift guide. Chocolate Cat and Dog TrufflesHand made by Oregon-based chocolatier Moonstuck, these dog...
(03 December 2007) - We love the idea of hiding something extravagant like jewelry or an iPhone in a stocking, but the more typical fare—knick-knacks, chocolate—will do too. If you're of the non-gentile persuasion, these gifts will work for any (or all) of the eight days of Hanukkah. Check them all out in our gift guide. Chocolate Cat and Dog TrufflesHand made by Oregon-based chocolatier Moonstuck, these dog...
Nike M-65 Patchwork Jacket
(29 November 2007) - When Nike's M-65 Patchwork Jacket showed up at the CH headquarters today—reactions were mixed, but anything that generates that much controversy is undeniably appealing. In fact, no two jackets are the same because of randomly placed patchwork layouts. Produced specifically for this holiday season, the outerlayer twists the traditional concept of patchwork into a highly technical construction. Built off the same specs as the...
(29 November 2007) - When Nike's M-65 Patchwork Jacket showed up at the CH headquarters today—reactions were mixed, but anything that generates that much controversy is undeniably appealing. In fact, no two jackets are the same because of randomly placed patchwork layouts. Produced specifically for this holiday season, the outerlayer twists the traditional concept of patchwork into a highly technical construction. Built off the same specs as the...
Green Home LED Christmas Lights
(29 November 2007) - We like a good Christmas light job as much as the next person, but there are always concerns about energy consumption and the like. Green Home, a pioneering outfit that's run out of a basement in San Francisco's working-class Richmond District, offers a good array of LED Christmas lights that saves energy (and money). Bulbs are available in both traditional (starting at $12.50) and...
(29 November 2007) - We like a good Christmas light job as much as the next person, but there are always concerns about energy consumption and the like. Green Home, a pioneering outfit that's run out of a basement in San Francisco's working-class Richmond District, offers a good array of LED Christmas lights that saves energy (and money). Bulbs are available in both traditional (starting at $12.50) and...
Thanksgiving Cooking
(12 November 2007) - Whether you're a consummate home chef or more of the reheat-and-serve school of cooking, having an arsenal of tools makes the daunting task of cooking a Thanksgiving meal easier and maybe even more fun. We've gathered some of latest and some of the tried-and-true to help make your holiday a little smoother. A place setting and dessert in-one, these chocolate favors add a decorative...
(12 November 2007) - Whether you're a consummate home chef or more of the reheat-and-serve school of cooking, having an arsenal of tools makes the daunting task of cooking a Thanksgiving meal easier and maybe even more fun. We've gathered some of latest and some of the tried-and-true to help make your holiday a little smoother. A place setting and dessert in-one, these chocolate favors add a decorative...
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