Polaboy

This is a fantastic backlit frame that works, as they say, as 'art by day and light by night.' The effect is fantastic and it really creates a good atmosphere and mood light, perfect for any modern homeowner.

Absolut Blank

We're featuring Absolut once again, and deservedly so. The Absolut Blank bottle is unlike their other designs in that it is not a work of art... but it is a canvas to become so. This is a truly novel idea, the company have presented Absolut Blanc to artists to create whatever their hearts desire. We have added some of our favourite designs in the pictures here- we recommend checking out the link above where you can scroll through lots more.  

The LGB Christmas gift countdown day 7

Six stunning items for your perusal today, we hope that you’re really getting into the Christmas spirit now as there’s not much time left to go!

1.Givenchy are first on out list today with these fabulous women's hats that are bound to cause a stir. We love these designs, they are the height of fashion and will really turn heads this party season, with a great sense of fun and striking features. Great for the party animals.

2.Hannah Martin Jewellery have so many gorgeous pieces this year that it's difficult to know which one to highlight, but I have decided to focus on The Only Performance, the knife edge knuckle duster ring for three fingers. This distinctive design is normally associated with weaponry but this is elegant and beautiful as opposed to brutal. There are so many stunning designs available from this great brand so do check them out. Perfect as a gift for your significant other.

3.The Dolly Swarovski shoe by Charlotte Olympia is a must-have item for footwear fanatics and this will go down amazingly well for Christmas. Glitz and glamour are the order of the day, with black Swarovski crystals on the platform and a black satin finish. The only danger is that these show-stopping heels might steal all the attention in the room.

4.The deluxe poker set by Geoffrey Parker Games is a fantastic thing to have around and will be a perfect compliment to any family gathering this Christmas. This is our favourite family pastime since Monopoly and is sure to create the Casino experience in your home, possibly leaving you both shaken and stirred.

5.Sparrow and Finch have a beautiful hen house on offer that we just love. It's on wheels meaning that you can shift it around your garden sparing the grass. If you keep chickens then this is the perfect gift both to them and to yourself. If not, then we think that this is nice enough to be a good reason to start doing so.

6.Finally today we would love to draw your attention to this cool executive portfolio from Aspinal of London. This is a great gift for the professionals in your life and will provide a great looking way to organise papers on the move. It comes in a variety of finishes but our favourite is the Amazon Brown Croc and Stone Suede.

Tomorrow we'll have another 5 items in our 12 days of Christmas-themed gift roundup. They will not necessarily be gold rings though so stay tuned to learn more!

The LGB Christmas gift countdown day 6

Welcome back to the LGB Christmas gift blog. If you have just joined us, we have been recommending some seriously cool items for you to look at in the coming days. Here are 7 more.

1.Today we'll begin with super-brand Louis Vuitton and this amazing chest. It's perfect for bedrooms and can store a huge amount. As you would expect, the build quality is second-to-none and it looks stunning with it's distinctive design features and LV edge. 

2.Prada have created this cool rock-steady keychain that is perfect for young ones or people who like something fun. Well worth a look as a stocking filler.

3.Dominoes is a tried and tested game that can be surprisingly fun at this time of year. Our favourite dominoes set is this amazing beauty from Bronze Bones. The original design is really striking and makes dominoes so stylish. This will look great on the coffee table of any fashionable home owner.

4.Art lovers will adore this fine book on Anish Kapoor, one of today's most revered sculptors. The print is gorgeous and really showcases his work well. Great to have ready on a  shelf to impress your Christmas guests too...

5.It had never crossed my mind that I would ever be writing of a brand crossover between Lego, Star Wars and Louis Vuitton. But artist Dale May has created Coco Vader and V3PO, and we love the results! This is a great example of far out ideas really working and we're sure the LV brand won't mind this extra PR one bit.

6.A gift for the family with new babies, the bugaboo bee is great for those with a busy lifestyle. It is slimline so it can easily fit into car storage as well as through narrow passageways and the like. It looks cool, plus it has the added advantage of being able to grow as your child does with various modifications that are available.

7.Yves Saint Laurent are or final pick of the day with this luxury tote bag. Simple, elegant and full of class, this is perfect for dedicated followers of fashion.

Please join us again tomorrow as we reveal the next 6 gift ideas.

The Liquid Gold Baby Christmas Countdown- Day 2

Welcome back to the LGB Christmas countdown. Today we have 11 brilliant products to inspire and amaze. Have a look at these beauties…

1.Minimalux has conceived this beautifully designed pen that really looks fantastic. It’s made of solid brass which not only makes this a stunning piece, but also ensures that it is not discarded like the traditional biro making it an all-round better product.

2.This Corto Maltedo bag is stylish, classy and very, very cool. It’s classic black design gives off a simple elegance and it’s also surprisingly practical with a large amount of space inside. That makes this a perfect gift this Christmas.

3.Assouline have had a gorgeous book set created for them by Chanel. It celebrates the Chanel brand ion three volumes covering perfume, fashion and jewelry. The best part of this is the quilted slip case which is a real thing of beauty. This would make an ideal gift for anybody interested in high fashion and this legendary brand.

4.What could be more Christmassy than a bright red lamp? Well, how about one with superheroes on it..? Evil Robot Designs are the creators of this cool item that will be of interest to both the young and those who refuse to grow up. This quality item would be ideal for a homeowner that likes a twist. You can even get a custom model made up with characters of your choice.

5.This excellent book is an ideal gift for the Porsche lover, or indeed anybody who has a taste for great cars. The pictures are outstanding and of top quality and take you through the history of this legendary manufacturer, featuring some of it’s most exciting designs.

6.Also for the car fan, this Formula 1 World Champions book is a sure-fire winner this year. Great images and a truly outstanding story threading through the years of this great sport.

7.The Black Dock Motors baby jumpsuit is gorgeous for youngsters this Christmas and will ensure that your baby is stylish to a T when you’re out and about.

8.If you’re a dog lover and want to treat your four-legged friend to something extra special, then you can’t go wrong with Lazy Dog Cookies. These are really high quality goods but they’re specifically for dogs so there’s no worry about making them sick. Their website is informative and cool and leads straight to an online shopping portal. It even features a tune that sounds like a relaxed Red Hot Chili Peppers jam circa 1991. Check it out.

9.Mast Brothers Chocolate is a great company obsessed with creating the best chocolate humanly possible. They source their ingredients from organic cocoa plantations and have such a love for what they do. The two brothers’ enthusiasm is written all over this and their chocolate is really top notch, so worth investigating.

10.Your son will look extremely dapper in this fantastic Canadian Jacket by Owen Cord. It’s a snappy little number that is also practical with a leather lining and fleece around the neck. Perfect for those upcoming winter months and bound to be a great addition to the pile under the tree.

11.Lastly today, we couldn’t resist drawing your attention to these para boots from Woolrich. They’re really comfortable, stylish, practical and will be well suited to anybody looking to avoid some of the faux pas normally associated with winter footwear.

See you tomorrow for 10 more great gift ideas for you from LGB.

The Liquid Gold Baby Christmas Gift countdown

We love Christmas here at LGB. The sights, the smells, the sounds, the luxury. So our pre-New Year's Resolution is to bring to you our list of top gifts this holiday season. Over the next 12 days, we will be focusing on products that can give you the inspiration to do some last minute shopping, beginning today with 12 fantastic items. Whatever your taste, we're sure you'll find something perfect amongst these fantastic products…

1.We start off by bringing you some real eye-candy for the watch and clock fans among you. This classic desk clock from David Linley brings a simple elegance with three beautiful clocks featured in a walnut case. This would look fabulous on any desk.

2.This P6520 Heritage is an edgy number from Porsche Design and looks like a car tyre, perfectly representing this most revered of brands. The hidden compass inside is removable and will no doubt ensure that this model is high on the intrepid explorer's most wanted list this Christmas.

3.A fantastic silver Rolex is available from Fourtane. The "Panama Canal" model is a breath of fresh air and looks stunning and modern in this colour scheme. This is well worth investigating.

4.Next up we are happy to see that our favourite customisers the Bamford Watch Department have struck gold again with their gorgeous take on the Rolex Explorer II. It's just pure class and a proper mix of style and substance. This is something we expect to hear big things from, don't miss out.

5.Officine Panerai is offering a great looking analogue watch with classic brown colouring and soft edges. This is the watch equivalent of hot chocolate; smooth, luxuriant and comfortable. The easy to read dial make this perfect for those who prefer the less flashy options.

6.Meanwhile, HD3 Complication has come up with the Black Pearl- this extraordinary timepiece for those who want something a little out of the ordinary. It is based upon pirates and buccaneers and the design is really spectacular, with a sci-fi feel coupled with flashes of the past.

7.Our next entry is a stunning humidor containing 100 cigars. This is another item by Linley who always deliver top quality goods. The box itself is a model of the Partagas factory in Cuba which is so cool and recognizable, we love this box and if you know a cigar fan this will go down a treat.

8.Trek have ushered in what we at LGB think is the next big era in cycling- perfectly designed custom bikes. From a starting point of two basic model designs, the options swiftly open up allowing you to truly customise everything that goes on, in, or with your bike. This is not just a style exercise either, Project One gives you the opportunity of choosing all components and fitting which can lead to some seriously cool designs and riding perfection. If you're serious about cycling, then hop on over to their website, you won't be disappointed.

9.Also for petrol heads, the Yamaha VMax Concept Bike is a stunning new design in collaboration with Hermes. For a motorcycle, this is about as luxurious as it can possible get, with a brown leather upholstery counterbalancing the machinery, bringing a natural feel to an elegant design.

10. This is one of the coolest things I have ever seen. Whilst this is not likely to help you rescue cats stuck in trees, the Jetlev is likely to make anybody feel like James Bond. If there is a must-have gift this year for adventurous souls, this, surely, is it. Q, eat your heart out.

11.Grey Area have some fantastic pieces for art lovers to investigate, particularly this amazing AK-47 picture by Dustin Yellin. If you’re looking for intriguing and beguiling works of art then this is a must-see.

12.Finally for today we recommend this gorgeous bag from one of LGB’s favourite’s, Bottega Veneta. It is a stunning pink laced with flecks of white and will look fantastic on the arm of the fashionista in the new year.

Be sure to check back with us tomorrow for our next 11 gift suggestions!

Funky colouring pencils

These Coloured pencils from Poketo are really cool and will be at home with adults or budding young artists. The colour is vibrant and bright and the quality is very good, these are not just a gimmick. The body of the pencil is made of recycled newspaper, both sustainable and very funky and original looking. This could be a good stocking filler in the run up to Christmas.

Bulgari S.Pellegrino bottle

The well known and iconic S.Pellegrino bottle has been given a major makeover by Bulgari. This new bottle sparkles with jewels and is available to the best restaurants in the world for a limited time only. This is an interesting collaboration between two brands that represent the Italian lifestyle and the bottle looks magnificent, so keep an eye out for it before it disappears.

The Lytro Camera- redefining possibility

This is simply ingenious. Lytro is a new camera that is able to perform what most people thought to be impossible- focusing a picture after taking it. It is amazing how this is achieved- this clever gadget captures the entire light field. That is, light traveling in every direction in every point of space. This makes for some seriously good editing options for camera enthusiasts and new fans alike, as well as instant capture as there is no shutter delay without a need to focus.

This is one of the best new gadgets I’ve seen out there and anybody would be happy to have one.

Escape to New York

The creator of the UK's Secret Garden Party has come up with ultimate in festivals taking place in one of the greatest cities on earth, New York on the Shinnecock Nation land (adjacent to South Hampton). Three days and nights of some of the best entertainment around, including new and heritage acts for your listening pleasure. 

Escape to New York, designed by Freddie Fellowes is a festival like no other. Fine food, luxury living solutions, cutting edge music, theatre and art combine to make a true wonderland. 

Escape to New York takes place on 5th - 7th August. Main stage acts include Patti Smith, White Rabbits, The Submarines, Static Jacks amongst many more. 

An Interview with Josh Spear

I know you're an intrepid traveller, where is your most favourite place and why?

It's hard to choose favorites when there is so much left in the world to see. I absolutely love the countryside of Japan, specifically an area called Hakone. And Tokyo is an unbeatable city.

What item can't you travel without?

Curiosity.  Travel doesn't work without it. But I guess you're looking for a more concrete answer. I don't leave home without Melatonin so I can fight jet lag. Or my Blackberry– that thing has more miles on it than anything.

Where in the world do you call home?

I call NYC home, even if I haven't actually had a home there for nearly a year. I've been fairly nomadic, so I have a good selection of hotels that I call home (and they call my home) when I'm in NYC. Home is where the heart is, and luckily I've figured out how to carry that feeling with me wherever I go.

What's your most cherished item?

I have some pretty incredible pieces of art I've collected over the years– some early Takashi Murakami. I also love my watches. But my most cherished items probably are my health and freedom– so I can keep this crazy schedule up.

What would you consider to be your greatest achievement and why?

Figuring out early there was something I am good at, that makes money, and makes me happy– all at once.

If you had to choose a favourite modern day car, which car would it be? 

Fisker Karma. Henrik Fisker designed the DB9, and now he's making a DB9 to save the world.

In your opinion which fashion line do you consider to be unrivalled and are there any particular individuals shaping the future of fashion? 

I'm at odds with most of my favorite fashion lines right now. I used to be a die hard Yohji fan, and a big buyer of his Y-3 line– but they seem to be having quality issues and just not quite getting it. Dior Homme is a favorite, but they sometimes seem to push into the obscure rather than continue with the modern classics.

I like what Thom Browne is doing and how his pieces are mixing the future with the past– and what he did for Moncler was fantastic.

What's the best shop in the world? 

Colette in Paris probably. Although Japan has a couple rivals– one of my favorite for clothing is Edifice and of course United Arrows is a mecca. Dover Street Market in London is classic. 

You're famous for spotting the next big thing - what's exciting you most this year so far?

Technologies impact on how we alter behaviors and empower communities of people to share, change, and create a better future. I travelled to Sub-Saharan africa last year with a friend working on a project there and I couldn't believe I had 3G cell service in the middle of nowhere, a thousand miles to the nearest city. That's going to change everything. Everything.

Has there ever been a trend or a craze that has made you cringe?

I wasn't ever so fond of people wearing Crocs in public, despite their comfort and functionality they really should be left in the garden.    

Tank Magazine

Check out Tank Magazine, a UK based quarterly publication, a think-tank focusing on art, photography, architecture, literature, lifestyle and fashion. 

First published in 1998, Tank is best known for its 'informed, articulate and original' style. Tank discovers and promotes new faces and new talent in all walks of life. 

Distributed globally, you've probably already heard of Tank Magazine, but if you haven't, get your hands on their latest publication or visit their website to enjoy Tank online. 

Generation Pop

Generation Pop has been well-established in the New York art scene for twenty years with juicy clientele consisting of music legends, actors, royalty and politicians. They've very recently opened their first UK gallery in Manchester in the UK.

The artist we've fallen in love with is Allison Lefcort. Her work has been displayed all over the world in the most prestigious of museums and art galleries and now it can be found in Manchester. 

Exhibitions and special events are hosted throughout the year, sign up to the newsletter to be the first in the know! 

Andreas Gursky book

This is the new book on the great and fabulous artist Andreas Gursky. 

This is what is called a wonderful coffee table book. The image are taken from the exhibition Gursky did in the Beverly Hills Gagosian gallery.

Gursky pushes the boundaries between art and photography. His work is hanging in some of the most important art collections, both private and public. The price of his work is out of this world, but amazing to see in person and now is your chance to own a whole set of his work and keep it on your coffee table.

The book is from one of my favourite publishers Rizzoli and the price for this great book is $120. 

KAWS

Rizzoli is doing a book on the amazing artist, KAWS.

This retrospective of the career of the amazing artist KAWS is coming out in November so just in time to make the Christmas shopping list.

Brian Donnelly is the man known officially as 'KAWS'. Donnelly started out as a graffiti artist, where he subverted images on billboards and adverts in the 90's. He got picked up by the Japanese society and began collaborating with Nigo from Bathing Ape (we have spoken about Nigo before) starting his uber cult following.

His works have sold for as much as $400,000 and he is growing into the Warhol of our age. This book is the 'best of' so far and what an amazing best of it is.

KAWS, thank you for making such cool art.

BRIC

BRIC - Brazil, Russia, India and China.

Phillips the auction house is doing a sale of contemporary art from these four emerging power nations. The viewing and sales will be at the Saatchi Gallery with free entry.  

Should be a good one for a nice Spring day, and there's a great gelateria outside in Duke of York Sq. www.phillipsdepury.com