Seen's 2018 Gift Guide - Fine Design, Fashion and Function
It’s that time of year again, gift guides are out in force so we thought we’d give it a go, here’s what we’re hoping for under the tree.
Disclaimer: They’re really hard to do.
David:
1. No One Is Normal Tote Bag £35 www.theschooloflife.com - Quality tote and message from The School of Life. 2. Beastie Boys Book £32 www.faber.co.uk - Story of the influential hip hop band across nearly 600 pages includes rare photos, illustrations, a cookbook, a graphic novel and playlists. 3. Helsinki Central Station Model £195 www.chiselandmouse.com Ace architectural sculpture of this iconic building for your desktop. 4. Canvas Breton Cap £25 www.theshopkeeperstore.com Authentic french made sailing hat. I was bought one last christmas and have worn it every day since! 5. NFL New Era Cold Weather Sport Knit £25 - www.europe.nflshop.com Essential fashion accessory at the recent NFL London games. Seahawks pictured but there are 32 teams to choose from. 6. Freedom To Exist Watch £99 www.freedomtoexist.com Designer minimalist watch from this cult independent watch brand. 7. Karhu Champion Air Trainers £80 www.karhu.com 70s reissue of these Cult Finnish trainers with air cushion soles. One for sneaker heads. 8. Mini Moderns Pencil Set £8.99 www.minimoderns.com Everyone loves a pencil set, these are tipped with 6 delicious Mini Moderns colours. 9. Universal Works Barra Jacket £219 www.universalworks.co.uk Olive Corduroy vintage style workwear jacket from Universal Works. 10. Iittala Ultima Thule glass set £37 www.iittala.com Design classic inspired by the melting ice in Lapland. 11. Tom Pigeon Block and Ball Print £40 www.tompigeon.com A3 screen print that plays with the tension and balance between simple geometric forms and bold colours. 12. 365 Day Stalogy Notebook £24 www.nittoonlineshop.eu Japanese designed minimalist multi purpose notebook. 13. New Order True Faith Mug £10 www.store.neworder.com Featuring Peter Saville artwork from this 80s classic. 14. Vintage Juventus Shirt £49.95 www.retrofootball.co.uk Classic football gear as worn by Platini in the golden age of Italian Football. 15. Primal Scream’s Give Out But Don’t Give Up: The Original Memphis Recordings £21.99 www.roughtrade.com In 1993 Primal Scream went to Memphis to make an album that album never saw the light of day, until now. Best LP the Stones never made.
Trina:
1. Hoover Building £195 www.chiselandmouse.com - An intricate model of the iconic art deco building, perfect for any shelf. 2. 19-69 Eau de Parfum - Chinese Tobacco £140 www.goods-shop.co.uk - A spicy and woody scent from the cult cosmetic brand 19-69. 3. Golda Hiba Wood Incense £18 www.wolfandgypsyvintage.co.uk - Made with Hiba essential oil - found only in 300 year old Aomori Hiba trees, the scent is a uniquely citrusy and cedar-like. 4. Earthtones £8.99 www.bahamasmusic.net - From Toronto-based Bahamas, this is the perfect nod to ’70s R&B. 5. ‘Music Graphics’ Wall Chart from £160 www.surfaceview.co.uk - From The Land of Lost Content Collection at Surface View this retro print will brighten up any room. 6. Échasse Bowl £239.95 www.skandium.com - Designed by Theresa Arns for Menu the Échasse Bowl is a playful take on the elegance of a traditional glass bowl. 7. Braun BN0031 Watch £105 www.endclothing.com - A classic and timeless watch from one of the most influential watch manufacturers of the 20th century. 8. The ‘Be You Not Them’ Sock $38 www.kule.com - Next year’s version of the slogan tee. 9. Battenwear Packable Tote £50 www.peggsandson.com - Lightweight and versatile this tote is sure to become a wardrobe staple. 10. Le Labo Lip Balm £10 www.net-a-porter.com - A non sticky matt lip balm, an essential stocking filler. 11. Tivoli Balloon Vase from £42.25 www.skandium.com - Inspired by the Ferris Wheel inside Tivoli Gardens, these playful vases are timeless statement pieces. 12. Clarks Trigenic Flex £110 www.goodhoodstore.com - Probably one of the comfiest shoes you’ll ever wear. 13. 15 Minute Sand Timer £20 www.theschooloflife.com - Flip this upside down when you need 15 minutes to yourself. 14. Kaweco Sport Fountain Pen Aluminium £65 www.papersmiths.co.uk - a compact and timeless addition to any desk. 15. Groundhog Jacket £275 www.youmustcreate.com - Rich Berry Corduroy, a christmas jacket to rival Santa’s.
Prices correct at time of print.