Gift to Self: Mad Men Mod Style

You don't have to be addicted to the AMC drama Mad Men to love the mod style from the sixties. (For those familiar with the show, we're specifically talking about Roger Sterling's white-on-white office complete with Op Art, new wife Megan Draper's simple-sexy wardrobe, and the Drapers' 1966 Upper East Side apartment.)

Here's a selection of mod-style accessories and home accents to pop a piece of sixties-era Madison Avenue into your personal style.

 

Cornell Modern Wall Clock

Trick out your mid-century modern home office, den, or man-cave, with this clean, but clever wall clock by Pilot Designs. We're sure Don Draper would approve of the silver-on-walnut version on his grass-cloth wallpapered walls.

 

Champagne Bubbles Necklace

You can inject a mod style into your everyday wardrobe with the right accessory. Try pairing this laser-cut aluminum, acrylic, and sterling silver necklace by DesignERica with simple neutral dress for a sixties-inspired look.

 

Charcoal Cufflinks

If you agree the real trendsetter on Mad Men is Roger Sterling, then you'll love the smoldering effect  these Christine Bossler sterling silver cufflinks inlaid with sealed charcoal will have on your French cuffs. Hmm.



Moonlight Modern Table Lamp
 
The striking design of this table lamp by Pilot Designs would look right at home in a partner office at Sterling Cooper Draper Pryce. It comes in a variety of colors, but Roger would choose black and white.

Organic Hoop Earrings

On the Beatnik edge of Mod Mad Men style, these handmade hoops by My Sunset Road are what the fashion-forward Megan Draper would wear to the coffeehouse.

Recycled Gifts for Guys

We're pleased to introduce a new selection of pieces from Christine Bossler! With a selection of recycled materials incorporated into her work (bricks, bike tires and circuit boards to name a few) her mens accessories are sure to please even the most discriminating of tastes.  Come see what we love about her work!

Handmade Luxury: Mother's Day Gifts

Psst, pencil it in your calendar and etch it into memory: Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13, 2012.

Perhaps, in years past, Mother's Day has slipped your mind, and you've ended up buying last minute delivery of overpriced flowers of questionable quality. This year, think ahead and pick out a handmade gift that will wow Mom. She'll appreciate the difference.

Here is a selection of artisan-crafted gifts, little luxuries made especially for Mother.


Dew Post Earrings
Were you a difficult child? Did you put poor Mother through the wringer of worry more times than necessary? Reward her for years of blood, sweat, and tears with these hammered sterling silver earrings by My Sunset Road. 


Hive Cuff
Even though her little bees are busy working the fields on their own, the Big Mama-bee keeps the home-hive humming. Give the queen bee of your family this gorgeous metal-worked bracelet by DesignERica to let her know where ever she is--is home.



Belgian Linen Pillow
Mom has bolstered you with warmth and comfort since you were a wee thing. Now you can return the favor with this luxurious linen pillow by Namoo.


Nest Necklace
Note to Dad. Although every young mother loves her progeny's crayon-colored cards and preschool pinch pots, a special treasure on Mother's Day is always a happy surprise. The perfect gift for the mother of small children, this charming silver necklace by Lisa Hopkins honors her love and care tending the nest.


Mini Spout Vase
Just the right size for posies picked by tiny hands. this dear ceramic vase by Whitney Smith makes a lovely Mother's day gift. Even without flowers, it's a sweet reminder of field daisies, buttercups, primroses, violets--the messy bouquets of childhood.