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Sunnies Kid's T Shirt

Updated Jan 31, 2007

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adorable. for the kid who's too cool for pre-school.

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House of Ingri Toys

Updated Dec 21, 2006

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hanging in that space of 'so ugly, they're adorable', house of ingri naugahyde stuffies have faces anyone will love. for us 80's kids - the sweet mugs are ever-so-slightly reminiscent of ET but without the creepy, alien thing. so, so cute & hand-made in brooklyn.

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Marimekko Onesies

Updated Nov 22, 2006

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these adorable onesies will keep the little one in your life snug & stylish. perfect for newborn modernists.

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Yoshitomo Nara Clock

Updated Nov 22, 2006

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Yoshitomo Nara creates deviant but sweet characters we can all relate too. this old school flip clock will keep your desktop full of personality with over 80 original drawings to help pass the time. gift this to any one with a decent (read:dry) sense of humor.

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domus 1928 -1999, vol. I - XII : captured by taschen

Updated Nov 22, 2006

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ah, i dream about these volumes... taschen continues to be the be-all-end-all when it comes to books on modernism. get this re-printed set of the best of domus for a very lucky design enthusiast.

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vintage hermes smoking set

Updated Nov 18, 2006

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if your brother must puff at least help him do it in style. vintage hermes = tres chic!

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world time clock

Updated Nov 24, 2006

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6 people recommended this item

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with a spin of the wrist you're transported to a different time zone - black rubber skin epecially satisfying for the tactile amoung us. great gift for a boss who travels or little brother who wants to...

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hbc baby rattles

Updated Nov 18, 2006

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hand-turned 16 tone baby rattles in gorgeous german silver, 14K & smoky hematite. who says junior won't appreciate shiny, sexy objects?

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Modernism Reborn: Mid-Century American Houses

Updated Oct 15, 2006

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american case study houses at their best from eichler to neutra, this book brings so-cal-cool into your livingroom. great table candy for mid-century modernists.

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marimekko stretched fabric kits

Updated Oct 15, 2006

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cool marimekko graphic print fabrics & wooden stretchers create instant gratification wall jewelry. and who doesn't love using a staple gun? complete kits make it easy to get BIG art on the wall by tonight.

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Christian Liaigre - Maison

Updated Oct 2, 2006

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he pioneered the clean lined furniture that's still so fresh today. lean & regal at the same time, his designs are modern heirlooms. beautiful cover - don't hide this book!

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Chuck Close

Updated Oct 2, 2006

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chuck close is cool. he's originally from the nw, just like me, but ironically i first saw his work after moving to nyc. it still astounds me, love his self portraits. go ahead, step closer - you won't believe your eyes.

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Massive Change by Bruce Mau

Updated Oct 2, 2006

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a manifesto via images for modern times. great book about global design - a must read.

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Tadao Ando. Complete Works

Updated Oct 2, 2006

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beautiful minimalism at its best. a gorgeous, monumental book to flip through & display. he's a master you should know.

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henrybuilt : custom kitchens & furniture

Updated Sep 25, 2006

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the absolute coolest custom kitchens ever. clean modern design using the most beautiful woods & eco-materials found today. all of the drawer hardware is pneumatic making for a really satisfying open-close experience. gorgeous. master-crafted in seattle. hey guess what...they make furniture too.

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red berry china

Updated Sep 20, 2006

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5 people recommended this item

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charming & whimsical without the kitsch factor. looks right at home in your modern dining space. handmade in the UK of bone china. chic up your cheerios!

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GIANT ugly doll

Updated Sep 19, 2006

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8 people recommended this item

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who wants a regular old ugly doll when you can have a gigantic, colossal, humoungous beast of an ugly doll? almost 6' tall & guaranteed to scare away all under-bed-monsters.

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plantarium garden lab kit

Updated Sep 19, 2006

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22 people recommended this item

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this is different from other seedling kits because the gel medium is transparent so you can see the whole process from germination to plant. very cool in an old school mr. wizard kinda way.

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plusminuszero Humidifier

Updated Sep 11, 2006

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because Naoto Fukasawa is a design-mastermind. it looks like a big, glossy lozenge! humidifiers are essential here on the east coast in the winter & this one is so chic - no need to knit a cozy for it... (via dwell mag)

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Eva Zeisel Pottery from KleinReid

Updated Sep 7, 2006

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Clean & spare yet bulbous & sexy like Tado Ando meets 1940s burlesque. With an incredibly satisfying tactile factor - you won't be able to keep your hands off of these ceramic beauties. Besides, Eva Zeisel is just cool.

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Bespoke Silhouette Portraits by Karl Johnson

Updated Sep 6, 2006

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Modern silhouettes are genius. Karl Johnson is a young, 3rd generation cut paper artist who has been commissioned by some of the chicest publications & events - with good reason - he's extremely talented. The 2nd best part? His hand-cut, custom portraits start at just $25. Everyone should have original artwork in their home. Now there's no excuse not to! I'll be commissioning portraits of friends, kids & pets this year for Christmas gifts...

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Utility Canvas Quilted Throw

Updated Sep 5, 2006

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100% cotton super soft throw blankets in colors for everyone. No fringe, no flange, no flowers - not your granny's quilt. Snuggle up.

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