Searching for creative products to pass on to clients, execs, or
staffers? Here's a sampling of some of the new items—and potential
business gifts—we discovered at the New York International Gift Fair. —Lisa Cericola & Mark Mavrigian
A paperweight doesn't have to be boring, as John Derian's new line proves. The dome-shaped glass objects have business-appropriate words like knowledge and success taken from "The Tree of Temperance," a decorative image dating back to the mid-1800's. The paperweights can be ordered through the retail store (212.677.3917) and cost $60.
Textile designer Angela Adams' new canvas laptop bag retails for $150 and comes in four colorful prints, including "spike/rainbow," shown here. The sturdy bag, which measures 15.5 by 12.5 inches, features leather trim, a tote-able handle, a 48-inch adjustable shoulder strap, and plenty of pockets inside. Corporate discounts are available.
Courtesy of Angela Adams
If you're looking for a whimsical, inexpensive gift, Noted's Matchstick Garden is a fun surprise. Each matchbook contains "matches" infused with ready-to-grow flower or herb seeds—just tear one off and stick it in soil. They are available at Paperanimations and cost $12.50 for a set of five.
Courtesy of Noted
When coming up with its new line of candles for various rooms in the house, Lafco didn't forget the work hours and came up with an invigorating blend of rosemary and eucalyptus for its "office" candle. Aside from smelling great, the sturdy glass container can be chucked into the dishwasher when the candle has burned down to the end and used as a pen and pencil caddy. Each candle costs $48.
This mod, space-age number is a digital clock-radio from Lexon. Turn it on or off by rotating the antenna, and change the frequency by turning the base. It's available in six shiny colors perfect for brightening up a desk; the suggested retail price is $55.
