Objets Trouvés

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What a fantastic find! Philippe Roucou's silk scarves are my newest obsession of the moment. His square scarves are printed with found abandoned polaroid images and designed in conjunction with artist M. Chérie. I love the stories captured in time- the intrinsic everyday notion turned into a beautiful accessory. 100% silk scarves available here for €200.

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***Images from www.philipperoucou-eshop.com

WINERD

A wine tasting party gone rogue! This festive little diversion is perfection for the holidays. I love the idea of my family, all gathering around the fire or dining room table, to drink great wine and battle about who is more knowledgeable. WINERD combines wine tasting and trivia in a board game format to bring out the inner sommelier in even the toughest keg-stand champ. So get your thinking wine-caps on and leave your beer goggles at home, if you don't know that 1986 was THE year for Cabernet Sauvignon, you soon will.

 

WINERD ($35) is available at Uncommon Goods.

Extreme Gift Guide 2010

I am in full-blown, bustling holiday shopping mode. Last weekend I managed to knock off a bunch of people on my gift list by going to Hampden and Tiffany & Co. But, alas I still have what seems like an endless list to complete before I am finished. It got me thinking though...

Have you ever wondered what to get the person who has everything? Do you want something so freaking over the top, the gift receiver’s jaw will drop? Lastly, do you have an unlimited budget for said gifts? If you answered yes to at least one of those questions I have the website for you… Hammacher & Schlemmer has those one-of-a-kind amazing items that are sure to be talked about for years. Say what?! Case in point:

1. The Personal Submarine- $2 million

2. Authentic Boardwalk Photo Booth- $11,000

3. Aunthentic Waterblast Arcade Game- $11,000

4. Two-Person Home Suana- $3,000

5. Transparent Kayak- $1,600

6. Belle Epoque Espresso Machine- $6,000

Now, I know that these items are not in the average person's price range (especially mine) but check out the rest of their items, because there is sure to be something for everyone on your list. Even less expensive, but still unexpected items, such as this remote controlled beverage cooler ($69.95) that delivers ice-cold libations to up to 12 people at the party per trip, are sure to be a hit under the tree or after the lighting of the Menorah.  I told you you’d love this website!