It's red, white and blue ... and pigskin leather. It's a Watch and Accessory Cabinet that's coming out this fall (next month) as part of the latest men's collection from Smythson. It features compartments of all shapes and sizes, perfect for storing watches and all kinds of other goodies, plus a perpetual motion watch rocker/winder that pulls out to reveal a secret storage space in the back. The interior is decorated in bright blocks of white alternating with primary colors, while the exterior is simple and classic in black pigskin leather. Get yours (or start your Christmas shopping early) next month for $6,475.Posts with tag accessories
Smythson Watch Cabinet, Stylish and Sneaky
It's red, white and blue ... and pigskin leather. It's a Watch and Accessory Cabinet that's coming out this fall (next month) as part of the latest men's collection from Smythson. It features compartments of all shapes and sizes, perfect for storing watches and all kinds of other goodies, plus a perpetual motion watch rocker/winder that pulls out to reveal a secret storage space in the back. The interior is decorated in bright blocks of white alternating with primary colors, while the exterior is simple and classic in black pigskin leather. Get yours (or start your Christmas shopping early) next month for $6,475.Nuance Tablecloth Clips
Few things say 'summer' more than a picnic outside with goodies like fresh watermelon and grilled sweet corn, but few things can ruin that fun faster than a gust of wind blowing the tablecloth up, over, and off -- taking with it any unfortunately placed beverages and paper plates. But you can avoid that whole nasty scenario with these very simple but really pretty looking tablecloth clips from Nuance. Made of stainless steel they'll fit right in with all kinds of decor and tablecloth patterns, and keep your fun summer meal from turning into a disaster story. Set of 4 clips for $98. Via Wists
Roberto Cavalli Gecko Cuffs
These quirky gecko cuff bracelets are so recognizably Cavalli, I can't think of another designer that could make sparkly reptiles look somewhat cool and fashionable. The shimmering Swarovski crystal lizard is toned down by the neutral wood body, making these bracelets a fun and playful addition to your summer accessory collection. Pick your color, fuchsia, blue or green... or a more wearable black (my favorite). Vivre.com carries the Roberto Cavalli Gecko Cuffs which retail for $625.
Tissue Pochette, Elegant Style or Tacky Overkill?
Even if you're always done up to the teeth there's always room for more style -- even if it's just in the way you carry your kleenex. Tissue Pochettes by Victore NYC hope that's the case anyway. They're tissue-sized leather pouches available in gold ("God Bless You") and silver ("Ah-choo Silver").
Interesting idea, and it is a classic and simple design (although I'm not crazy about metallics), but I can't help but think that for something so simple as tissues it might be more stylish not to have a special case? Seems a little like overkill. But to each their own! Having one would definitely feel like luxury, if not look it. From the description: "May all your tears be tears of joy." $45
Gallery: Tissue Pochettes
Henri Bendel Launches Accessories Line
Depending on who you ask there can just never be enough handbags and accessories in the world, and for those who agree there's a new line coming out from Henri Bendel just in time for the holidays. Soon to be joining the envious ranks of the Henri Bendel makeup cases will be a whole group of new items including jewelry, handbags, and wallets.One signature item, available at the Fifth Avenue store, is the 1907 Centennial stripe East-West tote that will retail for $450. But if that's not your thing there's plenty of other options like cuffs, bangles, pendant necklaces, and earrings to name a few.
FriezeFrames Sunglasses
The new sunglasses from FriezeFrames certainly aren't subtle but that's what makes them so fun. The sunglasses set with Swarovski crystals have a retro-chic Old Hollywood type of style that seems perfect for lounging poolside and flipping through gossip magazines. Designer Rhonda Spiegel found design inspiration in her collection of 1950s rhinestone-studded pieces. Each style is named for a Greek or Roman goddess (and Pegasus, the horse, for some reason). The six frames come is a variety of luxe colors and are also available as eyeglass frames. The sunglasses sell for $240 per pair. The above pair is from the Ceres line.
The Perfect Summer Desk Accessory: The Propello Desk/Table Fan
The hot days of summer are fast approaching, which means those days where the air in the office is stuffy and sticky and you can't seem to find relief no matter how high you crank the AC are on the way also. But maybe the Propello desk/table fan will help you stay productive on those miserable days? Available in two neutral colors, this light blue and a darker gray, the fan blades are made of soft natural rubber (so they can't hurt you) and it's all but completely silent with the finest "johnson electric" ball-bearing motor inside making things go 'round. Sells for $140.
Nathan Tim Cufflinks
By their very nature, cufflinks tend to be more upscale accessories. Shirts with french cuffs are, on average, less commonly worn than they once were and as shirts grew more casual over the years, the use of cufflinks declined in favor of shirts with simple button cuffs. For men who still like cufflinks with a casual-dressy outfit, Nathan Tim's Murano Glass Cufflinks fill in the gap between casual and formal with elegant, but colorful links. Each piece is unique, made of glass and stainless steel, and handcrafted in the "tradition of ancient Venetian glassmaking." Price: $395
Luxist Holiday Guide: Gifts for the Golfer
Golfers are relatively easy to shop for when it comes to the availability of gadgets, clothing and other sporting equipment. Unlike some other sports, there are a huge number of products for men and for women of all ages. The problem is that golfers usually like to stock up on the latest stuff themselves. Tell your golfing giftees that they aren't allowed to buy themselves anything this month and check out our top picks for ideas. We didn't include any clubs because, quite frankly, you sometimes need to head out to the pro shop and try them before you play. With any of these, a golfer will be ready to go right away:
The Golfer's Cooler Bag holds balls, tees and pencils, in addition to holding up to 12 cans in the main cooler compartment, so you won't have to wait until you get the the clubhouse to get a drink, even on a hot day. The nylon bag can be monogrammed with three initials to make it personal. Price: $50.
Stefano Ricci Crystal Tie
Crystals are frequently added as accents on women's clothes and handbags, especially during the winter when dark colors need a bit of flash to dress them up. Designer Stefano Ricci decided to apply the same principle to some of his ties. He added swirls of tiny Swarovski crystals to this Italian Silk Formal Tie. It certainly will get some attention and won't fit in everywhere you might want to wear a tie, but it's the perfect choice if you want to get noticed. Price: $1,105.
Melrose Bar
This Melrose Bar is a neat little bar that is perfect for parties, whether indoors or out, since it is mounted on wheels and can easily be transported anywhere you need it to go. It is cylindrical and made from metal, with cutouts to reveal shelves for glasses, wines, liquors and any accessories you might want. The top of the bar is mirrored, but the two lower shelves are made of wood veneer, and the bottom even has built-in holders for bottles, which not only keeps things organized during a party, but means that you can use the bar for storage when it's not actively in use. Price: $998.
Cartier Santos 100 Belt
The big-buckled status belts, which proudly display their brand affiliation in large letters in what can appear to be an almost cowboy-esque style, are fine with jeans and other casual wear, but less obvious belts are staples of a complete wardrobe. This Santos 100 Calfskin Belt by Cartier is very soft and reverses from brown to black. The buckle is finished with palladium and, while not nearly as impressive as the large logo belts are at first glance, this one will still be getting admiring looks long after that trend has come and gone. Price: $390.
Third Eye Jewelry From Legge and Briane
I've got a love/hate relationship with the use of eyes as a design theme. On the one hand I find the disembodied eye a bit creepy, on the other hand there is nothing quite as compelling as an eye staring out something that is not a face. The third eye jewels from Legge and Braine, a British jeweler that specializes in innovative glass jewelry, give you a choice of eyes. They have a golden lion's eye, an orange and red owl eye and this ibex eye all rendered in glass and set in sterling silver. The ibex eye, which sells for £230 is, according to the company, a symbol of the seeker and of sexuality.Atishoo Handkerchiefs
Atishoo is reviving the handkerchief as a fashion accessory - for women, not men - by promoting their many uses. In their style guide, they make suggestions for using them as accents on handbags or tying them together to form a funky, casual belt. Their handkerchiefs are a collection of brightly printed silk screen printed handkerchiefs made from 100% cotton lawn. They are packaged in specially designed handmade "drawers," which makes them an attractive gift, and are sold in sets of three for $38.
Balenciaga Riding Hat
How much would you pay for a hat by designer Nic Ghesquiere of Balenciaga? After seeing it in so many editorials over the last few months, the Balenciaga riding hat was featured in the New York Times, complete with commentary. It was a relief to see that, even after all that seemingly positive photo coverage in the fashion mags, that it was accurately described as "bulbous", "alien" and even light bulb-like (in white). The NYT also mentioned that it is priced at $1,175 - steep for headgear that sort of floats above one's head.
You'll have to visit a boutique if you actually want to wear the thing.
