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We’re all familiar with mail order catalogs, and, yes, they do clog up the recycling bin, but have you ever thought about how they are documenting everything from our fashion to food styles? Catalogs from decades ago chart how we lived by what we bought, and this book gives an overview of the catalog’s history, from the first Montgomery Ward book to the most recent companies. My favorite: an overview of 45 years of the Neiman Marcus Christmas Book (what luxury at the time) and seeing celebrities model clothes in their pre-famous days. The background stories of how some companies began are quite interesting as well.

$35.00, Available at papress.com

What an excellent interpretation of a guidebook- if you’ve lived in a city for a little while or a lot, it’d be interesting to see what things you haven’t seen or done.

“Not For Tourists is a growing series of guides to major cities. Their philosophy is simple: people need to use the cities they live in, commute into, or travel to effectively. They need to use their city’s transportation systems; its governmental infrastructure; its shops, restaurants, and nightspots—and they need all of this information while they’re on the move in a format that’s more accessible than the Yellow Pages, more informative than Zagat’s, and more useful than any other tourist’s guide out there.”

Seattle, New York, Boston, Philadelphia, DC, Brooklyn, San Francisco, Chicago

$15.00, Buy it here.

visit Not For Tourists online.

This luggage collection looks seriously snazzy (in a good way).

dallas 6 trolley by bree, $395.00,
Buy it here.

zip closure, 2 handles, telescopic handle; inside zip compartments, drawstring bag, cross straps. comes in 2 colors, mocca and grey. dimensions: width: 18.5”, height: 26.8”, depth: 9”

dallas 5 trolley, pilot case by bree, $320.00,

velcro fastener, handle, telescopic trolley handle; inside front pocket and compartment, utility pockets, laptop compartment. comes in 2 colors, mocca and grey. dimensions: width: 18”, height: 15.7”, depth: 8”

[posted by katie]

While some of you might firmly put this clock into the ‘for-science-type-kids’ folder, I think it could work in a less-serious/non-stuffy modern interior…so anyways, here’s the main question, if this other clock is the same one, then why the big price difference? The hands look a tiny bit different, and the ‘brushed silver’ frame of course, but as far as the face and size it’s the same. (Can you tell I get annoyed when there are price discrepancies?)

Debate the classification of planets while being punctual…The black face is silk screened with planetary bodies and their orbits, all centered around the sun.

11″ diameter
(clock not shown: $21.99, Buy it here.)
clock shown: $40.00, Buy it here.

This lamp is kind of weirdly beautiful. (That’s the short explanation and I’m sticking to it.)

Designer:Jaime Hayón
Material: Ceramic base and fabric shade.
Dimensions: 33 cm wide and 62 cm height.
Delivery time:5-6 weeks

Available in White, Black, and Copper (€1475.00)

€575.00, Buy it here.

Kickstart your ‘i-will-be-more-organized-this-year’ resolution with this planner.

A 3/4 inch wide planner with protective plastic cover. Calendar pages, one week per page, with lined paper on the opposite side. Comes in red and black.

Designer: millimeter/milligram, South Korea
Dimensions: 6 x 8 1/4″

$24.00

So for those of you that celebrate the upcoming holiday, you might consider getting this little candle for your Valentine; the natural emollient wax melts (at a low temperature) into a rich massage oil that can be drizzled straight onto skin.

This special edition of EMBER features a matte black porcelain container. Each is detailed with a one-of-a-kind composition of gesture drawings provoked by the multi-sensory experience of our natural massage candles.

Candle is 3″ x 3″ x 5″ and 12oz (340g).

$65.00, Buy it here.

Now you can send mail that can be immediately recycled into something fun.

…Excellent for kids and grown-ups who are just big kids, it’s made from balsa wood and the pieces easily pop out to form your very own loop-de-loop, flying glider. It’s much more fun than ordinary mail and once you write a little message on it, it becomes post with a bit more love and personality.

3″ x 5″

$9.99, Buy it here.

For those of you that prefer more literal interpretations…

Made from metal, these book ends take their job quite literally! Slip the metal plate under the books to keep them upright. Perfect as a gift or as a treat to yourself.

22 x 10 x 21 cm

$35.00, Buy it here.

Here’s a nice coffee table option with Scandinavian styling…just at $400.

As seen in Milan. Scandinavian modern and mid-century refresh in matte white lacquer with two discreet drawers (hallelujah, storage…) in warm acacia wood veneer. Recessed solid wood legs taper under unexpected angled lift at both ends. Lacquer protects.

52″Wx18.75″Dx16.75″H

$399.00, Buy it here.

This table would probably drive me crazy, but I can appreciate the idea and execution.

In the spirit of thrift shops and new vintage, Miller’s Dusty Table reflects very little but subtle inevitability. With a layer of what looks to be dust embedded in the finish, its unpolishable nature suggests perfection despite its apparent lack of shine.

22″L x 18″ W x 20″ H
$1,950.00, Buy it here.

More cute stuff for the kids in your life…

station one chair, $128.00, Buy it here.
guitar, $85.00, Buy it here.

This is probably one of the more versatile sofa/sectionals out there, and until tomorrow (Jan 27), you can get DWR’s upholstery sale price as well as free shipping (Feb 3), which all adds up to some pretty significant savings.

The Vega Collection (2005) provides a unique solution for environments used for socializing, lounging and sleeping. When a larger Sofa is needed, the Chaise and Ottoman are ready to oblige; slide the pieces together to create the required size. Should a sectional be in order, two or more pieces can be quickly combined. For further flexibility, the arm of the sofa can be positioned on either side and changed on a whim. The Sofa and Chaise transform into comfortable sleepers by sliding the seats – which rest on metal bases with internal tracks – and folding down the arm of the Sofa or the back of the Chaise. Made in Denmark.

Created by designers Busk & Hertzog

Vega Sofa, $2,400.00 Now: $1,920.00 Buy it here.

Vega Chaise, $1,700.00 Now: $1,360.00 Buy it here.
Vega Ottoman, $900.00 Now: $720.00
Buy it here.

It is always a breath of fresh air when decent lounge chairs are under $500 (there’s hope if you’re on a budget).

beale lounge chair, $299.00, Buy it here.
Modern indoor rattan lounges low and wide in simple materials, unexpected proportions. Light, tight natural rattan on brushed nickel over steel is a sleek breath of fresh air. Ultra slim, ultra white, ultra cotton loose cushion with feather blend insert; dry clean removable cover. A classic in pairs. 27.5″Wx24″Dx28″H

scan lounge chair, $499.00, Buy it here.
Scandinavian modern sits low and wide on bold A-line of solid natural white oak. Cushioned back swoop and overscaled seat in felted grey recycled wool blend. 30″Wx28″Dx28″H

[posted by katie]

Tea towels are such an inexpensive way freshen up your kitchen…and with all the designs to choose from, it’s hard to pick just one.

These fashionable, functional and fabulous tea towels, printed on 100% cotton, will without a doubt turn doing the dishes into a pleasure. Packaged in cardboard envelopes, they make the perfect present.

100% organic cotton.
19.7 x 27.6 (inches)

$19.00, Buy it here.