These minimalist gifts remind recipients to pay attention to quality craftsmanship that melds form and function. While the notion of giving a gift to a minimalist might seem like an act that will only add clutter to a home, there is value in cherishing fewer objects and celebrating simplicity in design. Rather than being purely ornamental, these minimalist gift designs take the form of useful objects for daily life, such as wallets, dinnerware and small furniture pieces.
Some of the most intriguing gifts for minimalists include items that do a double duty. For instance, this includes a stackable line of cookware from Taku Shinomoto that minimizes storage space, as well as slim pieces of bamboo FurniQi furniture that serve as useful pieces of household decor, as well as wireless charging stations.
60 Minimalist Gifts
From Compact Clamshell Wallets to Simplified Logo Posters:
Laura McQuarrie — Nov 24, 2015 — Art & Design
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Hidden Compartment Wallets
The Bellroy 'High Line' Slim Leather Wallet Fits Cards and Cash Easily
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Easy Access Wallets
Your Days of Fumbling for Card is Over With the Grovemade Minimalist Wallet
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Compact Clamshell Wallets
The DPTR Billfold Shape Offers a Petite Design to Hold the Essentials
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Attaché-Style Wallets
The DAX Card Wallet Makes Finding the Right Card Simple and Quick
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Sleek Rocking Toys
This Wooden Kids Toy is a Modern Version of Traditional Rockers
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Minimalist Woolen Daybeds
The Day Bed by Menu is Designed for Small Spaces and Entranceways
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Quantum Mechanic Seating
This Stool is Inspired by the Structure of Subatomic Particles
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Tattoo-Inspired Minimal Tables
This Hardwood Table Features Traditional Japanse Tattoo Accents
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Smartphone-Specific Devices
The Pauline Deltour Fine Collection Charges Digital Products
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Flameless Coil Lighters
This Tesla Lighter Sets a Flame to Things Even When Its Windy or Raining
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Simple Industrial Seating
The Wireframe Chair Duo Designed by Nissa Kinzhalina is Sculptural
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Ammo-Inspired Earphones
The BULLET Bluetooth 4.1 Earpiece is Designed for Exceptional Sound
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Growing Lumber Lamps
The Fox Light is Organically Composed with Branch-Like Components
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Money Clip-Inspired Wallets
The Wamaw Wallet Minimalist Card Holder is Handmade to Perfection
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Minimalist Wall Clocks
The 'Freakish Clock' Only Focuses on One Single Hour at a Time
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Compartmentalized Smartphone Sheaths
This Genuine Leather iPhone 6 Sleeve Has Room for More
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Minimalist Bicycle Brakes
The Wire Brake is Designed For Use With Fixed-Gear Bikes
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Wireless Bamboo Charging Tables
'FurniQi' Lets You Charge Your Phone Just by Placing It Down
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Transformational Key Fobs
Thread Honcho's Clever Flip Key Fob Transforms Into a Minimalist Wallet
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Ultra Minimalist Furniture
The Urban Philosophy Chair by NN Design Band Looks Like a Sketch
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Razor Blade-Thin Tables
The Chieut Coffee Table Top is as Thin as a Knife & Appears to Be Hovering
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Pared-Down Fitness Watches
The TomTom 'Spark' is a Simplified Activity Monitor and Music Player
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Minimalist Tree Trunk Benches
This Bench by Cradle Exlores the Use of Recycled Materials
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Illusionary Projection Lamps
The Yoy Light Creates the Ambience of a Traditional Lamp Without One
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Minimalist Office Organizers
Muji's Organizer is a Time Saver with a Simplistic Design
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Monochromatic Minimalst Watches
The Crossover GRAY Timepiece Model Uses Color to Tell Time
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Self-Healing Smartphone Shields
The TENC Case by Just Mobile Heals Scratches and Scrapes
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Minimalist Bamboo Utensils
This Sleek Bamboo Cutlery by Selce Combines Elegance and Simplicity
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Elongated Expert Clipboards
This Notice Board Maximizes Organization with Three Different Clips
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Water-Providing Watches
TUK Minimal Watches Send Water to a Classroom in Cambodia with Each Sold
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Stackable Japanese Cookware
This Minimalist Cookware Features a Natural and Efficient Design
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Paint Swatch Chairs
These Chairs Feature Multiple Color Shades Baked into Plywood
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Chain-Link Chairs
This Metal Lounge Chair Modernizes Rooms While Resembling a Schoolyard Fence
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Minimalist Tool Pens
The Mininch Tool Pen is a Conveniently Sized Multi-Use Gadget
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Painterly Sketch Chairs
These Stylish Seats are Inspired by Picasso's Famous Line Drawings
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Dual-Textured Cushions
The 'ni.ni.creative' Minimalist Leather Pillows Pair Cozy & Stylish Fabrics
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Sliding Match Safes
These Fire Starters Offers a Quick, Easy and Rustic Way to Start a Blaze
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Minimalist Furniture Art
This Robert O'Connell Collection is Inspired by Post-War Furniture
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Foldable Pocket Shelves
The Tasche Wall Pocket is a Dapper Envelope-Shaped Hanging Unit
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Minimalistic Pasta Measurers
This Modern Spaghetti Measurer is Inspired by an Iconic Hand Gesture
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Apartment-Appropriate Bicycles
This Flexible Bike is Made to Easily Be Carried Up Stairs
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Luxurious Bohemian Rugs
These Graphic Rugs are Inspired by Traditional Tibetan Designs
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Simplified Logo Posters
Nick Barclay Recreated Famous Logos with a Minimalist Look
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Key Tray Lamps
The Butler Lamp from Studio 19 Doubles as a Useful Place for Desk Items
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Geometric Homemade Wreaths
This Modular Metallic Wall Sculptures are a Great Place to Hang Plants
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Compact Architectural Stools
This Arched Seat is Efficient, Artistic and Accommodating in Form
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Resealable Wine Bottles
This Georg Jensen Wine Bottle Features a Swank Design and Topper
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Carbon Fiber Smartphone Stands
TheMiK is a Bottle Opener Keychain with a Technological Twist
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White Snakeskin Sneakers
These Nike Shoes Feature a Realistic Snakeskin Pattern
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Eccentric Porcelain Dishware
The 'Pierot Porcelain Tableware Collection' Features Gold Accents
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Rotating Smart Watch Docks
The Native Union Apple Watch Charger is Minimalist in Design
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Minimalist Line Tables
The Nendo Border Table Collection is Literally Barely There
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Masculine Candle Scents
The Tres Bien Votives Feature Woodsy Aromas for Men to Relax to
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Balanced Skeletal Lamps
The Peek Table Lamp by Menu is a Scaled Down Version of a Floor Lamp
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Versatile Bicycle Fenders
This Innovative Bicycle Fender Fits All Kinds of Bikes
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Wallpaper-Inspired Candles
This Collaboration Features Minimalistic Design Details and Textures
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Minimalist Geometric Stamps
These Stamps are Inspired by Letters of the Latin Alphabet
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Minimalist Baby Swings
The Filzschaukel 'Babyswing' by Johannes Mohr Uses Only Felt and Cable
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Minimalist Coffee Tables
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Storage-Laden Tiny Homes
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Minimal Shoe Rack Concepts
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Card-Size Travel Cutlery
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Exquisite Mooncake Gift Boxes
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Expanding Accordion-Style Wallets
The Mbacco Wallet Has Ample Space to Store More Than Cards
Digital Detox Phone Concepts
Andrea Mangone Boasts a Minimalist Foldable Phone
Modern Magnetic Food Containers
The Cliik Food Storage System is Crafted with Tritan Plastic
3D-Printed Intricate Homeware
Sheyn Focues on Designing Detailed Tiny Furniture Homeware
Glowing Power-Free Lamp Designs
The 'NISSHOKU' Lamp is Cordless Yet Battery-Free
Minimalist Designer-Made Phone Cases
CASETiFY 'The White Case' is Simple, Functional and Elegant
Illuminated Mirror Power Banks
The Conceptual 'Mica' Power Bank Has a Multifunctional Design
Minimalist Wireless Speaker Concepts
Jacek Janiczak Unveils the PLAYPLAIN Wireless Speaker
Paper-Like Coffee Tables
The 'Cocoon' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay Has a Folded Form
Illuminating Miniature Multifunctional Gadgets
The Maglight Mini has a Pocketable Shape
Posh Paper Craft-Inspired Lamps
The Japandi Lamp by Natalia Pogudina is Textural and Organic
RFID-Blocking Origami Wallets
This Wallet Offers Comfort & Convenience In a Compact Folding Design
Minimalist Preparation Cutting Boards
The Mudra Cutting Board Has a Built-in Storage Notch
Circular Eco-Friendly Minimal Lamps
Enkei Introduces the Sustainable Reminder (001) Lamp
Undulating Desktop Valet Trays
The Wav Minimal Desk Organizer Has a Sleek Design
Minimalist Metallic Speaker Units
The Conceptual 'Suono' Bluetooth Speaker by Tom Fereday is Sleek
Minimalist Outdoor Stove Units
The Conceptual 'Lava Box' Maintains a Compact Design
Hand-Dyed Desk Organizers
The Grovemade Desk Tray Comes in Three Sizes
Garden-Inspired Smartphone Chargers
The Mini Moonlit Desk Garden by Seunghyuk Shin is Meditative
Hospitality-Themed Shoe Designs
The JJJJound x Vans Collaboration Embraces Minimalism
Geometric Minimalistic Jewelry
Jasper Conran London Launches its Debut Jewelry Collection
Reduced Connectivity Mobile Devices
The Minimal Phone Combats Against Too Much Scrolling
Versatile Modern Shelves
Rachael Heritage Designs the Minimalist Utility Shelf for WOUD
Opulent Material-Focused Furniture
Hermès Showcases its New Home Essentials Collection
Design-Conscious Tech Docks
The Conceptual MagSafe Trio by Lee Huang Has a Tactile Form
Minimalist Aluminum Wallet Designs
The Ekster Parliament Wallet Has Space for 12 Cards
Minimalist Hand-Crafted Jewelry Lines
Hello Adorn Boasts Elegant and Minimalist Jewelry Designs
Curated Game Night Boxes
Maure Boasts One of the Most Luxurious Game Night Kits in the Industry
Timeless Japandi-Themed Accessories
Oakywood Drops its MagSafe Collection of Tech Accessories
Commuter-Oriented Tech Accessories
MOFT Taps TOMBOGO for the New 'Creative Commuter' Capsule
Cat-Friendly Minimal Desk Concepts
Liam de la Bedoyere Desgisn the Cat Cubby Desk Concept
Keyboard-Intact E-Ink Smartphones
The Minimalist Phone Has a Juxtaposing Design Language
Artwork-Covered Tech Products
The Lexon x Keith Haring Collection Includes Four Products
Minimalist Clutter-Free Desk Designs
The Parallel Work Table by Eldho T Jai Enhances Productivity
Slick Minimalist Coffee Machines
Odo Fioravanti's Coffee Machine for Moak is Design-Forward
Luxurious Debut Tableware Capsules
Louis Vuitton Presents its First Tableware Collection
Minimalist Book Storage Tables
The 'Pocket' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay is Split Open
Ultra-Minimal Aroma Diffusers
The 'Trataka' Has a Multifunctional, Metallic Design
Innovative Ceramic Tableware
Claire Ellis Pushes the Boundaries of Tableware Design
Multifunctional Glass Food Containers
These Containers Are Shatterproof, Stackable and Stylish
Zen Workstation Illuminators
The 'Bonsai' Desk Lamp by Jang Lee Jun Has a Peaceful Form
Minimalist Tech-Friendly Valet Boxes
Holme & Hadfield The Hub Stylishly Stows Essentials
Winter-Ready Minimal Apparel
Axel Arigato Presents a Look at its New Winter Apparel Designs
Modern Gifting Services
Fresh Sends Reinvents Flower Delivery & Gift-Giving for a New Generation
Wabi-Sabi-Informed Green Glassware
Tickle Quo Designs an Ethereal and Beautiful Glassware Line
Digital Folder-Inspired Wallets
Nikolas Bentel Designs the Familiar Untitled Folder Wallet
Intricately Crafted Homeware Capsules
L'OBJET Designs the New L’Atelier Homeware Series
Reimagined Curiously Functional Products
The New DIDIM Design Series Honors Everyday Objects
Minimal Desk Accessories Concepts
The DESKRISK Series Organizes the Working Space
Ultra-Minimalist Metallic Coffee Tables
The 'Whisk' Coffee Table by Deniz Aktay is Chic and Simple
Chic Wine-Branded Merch
The Saintly Collective Merch is the Perfect Holiday Gift
Tailor-Made Furniture Ranges
Last Ditch Design's Capsule Balances Aesthetics and Functionality
Handmade Wooden Home Accessories
Connected Goods Boasts an Exquisite Range of Home Essentials
Ultra-Minimalist Folding Chairs
The 'Notch' Folding Chair by Kostas Synodis is Easy to Store
Upcycled Leather Wallet Capsules
Maison Margiela Releases a Luxury Wallet Line Under Recicla Line
Bookish Advent Calendars
This Advent Calendar for Book Lovers is Filled with 25 Gifts
Desktop Contemporary Accessories
A Team of Designers Create the Colorful and Functional Accessory
Treat Yourself Boxes
Bokksu Curates "Japan's Best Relaxing Items" in a Premium Box Set
Minimalist Artist-Honoring Timepieces
The Basquiat x Skagen Collection Has Timepieces and Jewelry
Fish Lover Snacking Sets
The Tinned Fish Serving Set from Fishwife Blends Snacks and Accessories
Minimalist Collaboration Coffee Carriers
Starbucks x fragment Design Collection Has Two Sizes
Upcycled Object Exhibitions
Nendo and Daniel Arsham Design, Break, and Create Functional Objects
Aesthetically Functional Chopsticks
Restless Chopsticks Tableware by Marko Stanojevic are Elegant
Luxury Fragrance Gift Guides
These Molton Brown Luxury Fragrance Gift Ideas Pamper Loved Ones
Modular Flatpack Furniture Designs
The 'OPO=O' Multifunctional Furniture Piece Works in Many Ways
Minimalist French Press Designs
Simpli Press by Made Simpli Embraces Beauty and Minimalism
Minimalist Barrel-Inspired Saunas
Kairi Eguchi Studio Develops This Stunning, Minimalist Sauna
Sustainable Premium Wooden Accessories
Oakywood Updates Workspaces with Wooden Eco Designs
Metal-Inspired Homeware Capsules
KUTARQ Studio Unveils the GVPO Lighting & FOLIO Furniture Series
Sleek Minimal Cohesive Furniture
Koichi Futatsumata Designs the Sand Chair of Minimal Forms
Eco-Friendly Hardwood Accessories
Grovemade Creates a New Series of Affordable Desk Organizers
Realistic Messy Romantic Gifts
The Messy Paper Anniversary Gift Boxes Embraces Imperfections
Minimalist Active Lifestyle Luggage
These Graphene-X Luggage Styles are Optimized for Travel
Customizable Book Portraits
Lagom Collections Boasts Personalized Portraits for Your Books
Minimalist Incense Holders
Province Apothecary's Lunar Incense Holder is Versatile and Elegant
Minimal Phone Interfaces
Minimis Launcher Hopes to Reduce Distractions and Screen Time
Caged Luxury Homeware Collections
Hermès’ New Homeware Capsule Debuted at Milan Design Week
Intentional Modern Day Tools
Inside Then Out Boasts a Line of Elegant & Slick Minimalist Products
Lunar New Year-Inspired Noteboooks
Moleskine Adds New Designs to the 3 Artists, 3 Countries Series
Ultra-Slick Minimalist Knife Sets
Hast's 7P Minimalist Knife Set Features a Glass Knife Block
Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes
The FoldiBox 2 Box has a Flatpack and Technical Design
Japanese Bento-Inspired Stationery
NOOE's Bento Jot Offers an Efficient Storage Solution
Posh Portable Incense Holders
The Takumi Tokyo Rin Incense Holder is Crafted with Wood and Brass
Sustainable Biomaterial Gift Wraps
Natural Material Studio Designed Calvin Klein’s Gift Wrap
Aluminum Stainless Steel Chairs
The Morph Chair is Designed from a Minimal Modern Perspective
Jewelry-Holding Flower Vases
The Mirror Vase Stand Has a Minimalist Yet Multifunctional Form
Aesthetically Pleasing Minimalist Chairs
Koichi Futatsumata's Sand Chair is Comfortable and Chic
Origami-Inspired Vase Lamps
The Gingko Smart Vase Light Offers Ambient Illumination and More
Wasteful Shopping Billboards
Not On The High Street's Billboards Highlight a "Don't Gift Guide"
Painting-Inspired Office Accessories
Guillaume Delvigne Draws Inspiration from Henri Matisse
Handle-Equipped Planter Shelves
The Conceptual Ta’care' Minimalist Plant Shelf is Portable
Sturdy Minimalist Tables
Joanna Laajisto Designs This Table for Nikari Out of 100-Year-Old Wood
Minimalist Gradient Glass Desks
The in.water Concept by Nicola Morelli is a Metaphor for Pollution
Simplistic Folding Clamshell Smartphones
Andrea Mangone Designs the Minimal 0/1 Phone
Bright Whimsical Home Accessories
Blue Balcony Design Studio Delivers a Range of Vibrant Decor
Thin Travel Computer Mouse
The Air.0 Computer Mouse is Foldable and Inspired by Origami
Minimal Aluminum Wall Clocks
The Wall Clock by Jasper Morrison Gets a New Design for HAY
Snap Binding Minimal Clipboards
Hirock Design Office Unveils the Sleek Paper Jacket
Novel Outdoor Design Capsules
Marmot & Better™ Gift Shop Collaborate on Eco-Friendly Winter Series
Chic Celebratory Candle Decor
The Diptyque Simple Objects Collection Showcases Simplicity
Minimal Philosophy Toronto Homes
Burdifilek Designs the Sleek Forest Hill Residence
Sizable Beauty Gift Sets
bareMinerals Releases the All the Good Things Skincare & Makeup Set
Asia-Honoring Artisanal Handmade Designs
IKEA Presents its MÄVINN Collection Celebrates Asia
Upgradeable Easy-to-Use Appliances
These LG Minimalist Appliances Offer an Effortless Experience
Organic Tea Gift Boxes
Clipper Teas Debuts a New Selection Box with Best-Selling Organic Infusions
Stylish Bar Accessories
These Creative Bar Accessories Will Transform your Drinking Experience
Sleek Colorful Card Wallets
Discommon Unveils the Wallet 3.0 with Improved Pockets
Miniature Handheld Graters
Gensuke Kishi Designs the Colorful Irogami Grater for Tsuboe
Sustainable Modular Desk Trays
A Team of Designers Join on a Minimal Tray Collection
Sneaker-Resembling Leather Wallets
These Nike Cardholders are Reminiscent of Its Sneakers
Minimalist Aluminum Furniture Collections
URBANCRAFT Debuts the Monochrome Basics Collection
Liberated Textural Limestone Designs
Make Nice Presents a New Collection of Cool Tonal Designs
Sculptor-Inspired Sleek Bowl Capsules
A Space Designs the New Shou Sugi Ban Collection
Colorful Functional Luggage Designs
Monos is a New Brand of Playful Luggage Designs
Authentic Tin Sake Cups
Metaphys Designs the New Set of Stackable Sake Kitchenware
Candle-Honoring Artisanal Collections
Diptyque Launches its New Simple Objects Collection
Tranquil Cozy Fashion Capsules
MAXIME Unveils the New a Man and His Objects Collection
Digital Experience Gifting
Memory Crate Lets Users Gift Coupons, Experiences, or Acts of Service
Custom Holiday Ornaments
Staples Print Services Make Custom Gifting Easy
Hand-Crafted Leather Wallets
The Chicago#5 Wallet is Compact and Elegant with an Essential Design
Juxtaposing Material Furniture Series
Junya Igashami Designs a New Furniture Collection
Japanese-Inspired Simplistic Offices
Okamura Presents its Lives Post + Beam Workspace Design
Minimalist High-Tech Lamps
MOMAX's Lamps are Designed to Give Light While Reducing Visual Clutter
Wireless Clock Charger Concepts
Nihoy Lahiri Designs the Multifunctional Zenith Clock Concept
Alcohol-Free Gift Packs
Gimber's Alcohol-Free Gift is Packed in Honeycomb-Style Material
Minimally Designed Store Openings
London Opens its Door at the New Self-Portrait Store in Chelsea
Minimal Global Desk-Side Clocks
Masafumi Ishikawa Designs the World Clock for Desks
Nature-Inspired Collections
arcana Boasts a Series of Thoughtful Gifts for the Holidays
Moon-Inspired Wall Clocks
Sora no Kakera Designs the Intricately Made Moon Trip Clock
Sculptural Sleek Porcelain Homeware
Ginori 1735 Joins Off-White on a New Collection Together
Cash-Gifting Greeting Cards
Hallmark + Venmo Cards Simultaneously Share Heartfelt Messages & Money
Minimal Compact Pen Stands
Kairi Eguchi Designs the Metallic Serenity Pen Stand
Versatile Modern Appliance Capsules
Monogram Unveils Three New Appliance Collections