For many, understanding how writers work can be a challenge. Many of the best writers have certain habits that they form for their own success. From drinking while editing (Joan Didion) to never beginning a new piece on a Friday (Truman Capote), writers’ idiosyncrasies during the creative process becomes a […]
Close your eyes for a moment and imagine, if you will, the warm Italian sunlight warming your skin. Perhaps, in the drowsy afternoon, you’re aching for a pisolino, a nap, after a couple limoncelli. You drowsily move your head to wake yourself up. The ocean is in front of you. […]
Montegrappa’s ability to synthesize a brand’s identity into the small real estate of a pen with a few clever design features is a thing of envy. Think, for example, of their Limited Edition Batman? Or the F1 Speed Racing Red before that? Using high quality elements and mixing principled design […]
Montblanc, the brand that is arguably most synonymous with luxury writing utensils, has recently opened a permanent exhibit in Hamburg, Germany. Situated on 3600 square meters and covering three levels, the Montblanc Haus is not only a destination to visit, but an experience to behold. We’re pleased to give you […]
Like one’s wardrobe or house, a gentleman’s desk is a reflection of himself. Is it tiny? Messy? Full of important papers? Full of (horror of horrors!), cheap Bic pens? One should take pride in the places one spends the most time, I think, and a desk is no different. Because […]
For 30 years, Montblanc has highlighted an influential patron of the arts by creating a limited-edition pen in his or her honor. This year, the renowned German manufacturer is celebrating the historical reign of Queen Victoria and Prince Consort, Albert, whose legacy within the patronage of arts can still be […]
Last month, we had a feeling that a new Wabi Sabi pen from Sailor was on the horizon. It looks like our instincts were correct, as Sailor has just announced the Wabi Sabi II, the latest in the line of “imperfect” – yet seriously gorgeous – pens. As you may […]
For anyone who has sat at their desk and written pages in their journal, or practiced handwriting in one of those coursebooks, you can attest to the curative powers of handwriting. Yes, while it may not be the most rigorous exercise, it is undeniably one of the best ways to […]
While the pen market may seem a tad bit archaic, there is nothing old school about the drive to provide a sustainable future for many pen brands. It’s a message that resonates with the global community and, in turn, manufacturers. Being green has become the norm and as brands continue […]
Japan does it right in so many ways. A beautiful language, unbelievable technology, and exquisite food. It’s a culture full of paradoxes that work so seamlessly in harmony between the old and the new. One aspect of Japanese culture that I find most appealing is the dedication to craft and artisanship. […]
