Sometimes it's good to diversify your home furnishings from the traditional Ikea/Target gamut. A little decorating excitement doesn't have to come in the form of a stripper pole or a wet bar, though both of those in the right context (i.e., together) have their merits. No, we're talking about lighting. Pottery Barn's ... continue reading
Remember that gadget where you'd clap and the lights would turn on? Creatively named "The Clapper" (in retrospect, it sounds like an over-the-counter Chlamydia medication)? Yeah, those were lame. But this Drum Light from 326 isn't. It's a snare with a sound-activated light inside. Smack it, and it instantly turns ... continue reading
It might be a rare occasion, but if you have ever dropped your pocket knife in a pond while out camping, you know the annoyance involved in retrieving that sucker. The Cork Knife eliminates any fear of cutting rope on the side of a lake or whittling wood over a creek while you're on your next trip. The cork handle ... continue reading
Magnets man, how do they work? Unfortunately for you, you're going to have to leave that one to ICP because there's magic everywhere in this bitch. But what we can tell you is that magnets are awesome - especially when they're built into other products. This light from Sur La Table is a must-have magnetic product for ... continue reading
As a guy, going shopping for a lamp Guys don't shop for lamps. Either you build one from a box of sccrrappsss or you end up with one that has an unpronounceable name and is made of cardboard. Kozo Lamps might not have LEDs or ratcheting arms, but they make up for it in pure manliness and Mario appeal. So go ahead and ... continue reading
Klipsch is not a new name in the world of professional quality home audio and with good reason - they're products sound good, they look good, and they have a great warranty. Now Klipsch is going to get you to pay $600 (we never said they were cheap) for something you're never going to see. That seems outlandish at ... continue reading
When giant cardboard dead animals just won't cut it for your home decorating needs - but you still don't want to accessorize with real dead animals - there is the Rooster Aluminum Antler Lamp (shade sold separately). Each lamp is made of sand-cast recycled aluminum and then coated in a cherry or walnut wood veneer ... continue reading
Koi Kouture could have just stopped at "mandles" (22oz beer bottles turned candle holders) but they get +10 awesome for their creativity in scents. Hooters Waitress Scented candles combine the alluring aroma of suntan oil with a hint of deep fryer oil. Stripper breath is another sexy scent with a blend of watermelon ... continue reading
What do Patron Silver Tequila , Jameson Irish Whiskey, Grey Goose Vodka, Hennessy Cognac have in common? (Other than the fact they were all in your stomach last night of course) Other than being delicious, these fine spirits are now available in lamp form. Technically you only get the lamp (grab your own shade) but ... continue reading
Now that getting beer from the tap at home has become such an easy task (thanks to the BrewTender) you and the boys are going to be drinking a lot more beer. The only problem of course is the fact that this is going to lead to a lot more empties. Barlite solved this awesome problem with an even better solution - beer ... continue reading
Add some gritty street style to your crib. The Dekalb Block-Light Graffiti Pendant Lamp features a photographic print of real Brooklyn graffiti on Duratrans over plastic with a bottom diffuser. Seeing the chaotic tagged wall backlit through the lampshade will make you see graffiti art in a whole new light.
Just as the Gorillapod has practically become a household name, we see a bright future for the Gorillatorch. The Gorillatorch blows away any other portable lightsources with a bright LED light and those signature Joby bendy legs that literally make it the most flexible workspace light ever. Don't have a flat surface ... continue reading
If you've ever noticed the way light shines exquisitely through a wine bottle then you'll surely appreciate the stunning allure of the Wine Bottle Chandelier. The genuine green glass wine bottles look impressive attached to the sturdy iron hardware and chain. The elegant style of the light fixture gives your dining ... continue reading
An organized desk free of clutter and wires makes quite an impact on your productivity. Keep it simple and use minimalist devices like the Rotaliana Diva Desk Lamp iPod Dock. Lift up the center panel to reveal a desk lamp, iPod dock and LED clock. The surrounding facets of the Rotaliana Diva are built-in speakers that ... continue reading
Compliment your DJ coffee table or rock t-shirt pillows with another piece of cool music swag. Re-purposed cassette tapes straight out of the 80s are connected together to create fresh vintage lighting. The holes in the cassette tapes let the light shine through softly creating wonderful points of light that burst ... continue reading
A tea light accessory that's cool enough for a guy to enjoy. The Recycled Tea Light Holder breathes new life into old bicycle freewheels and cogs, repurposing them as attractive modern decor. Even if you're not big on candles (although what kind of lady killer isn't?) you could use them as a place to toss your wallet ... continue reading