In the world of design, there are certain individuals whose visionary ideas and innovative thinking leave an indelible mark on the industry. Franco Clivio is one such genius whose creative brilliance has greatly influenced the designs of Lamy, the renowned German brand known for its sleek and functional writing instruments. […]
In the world of design, few collaborations capture the essence of innovation and creativity as profoundly as the partnership between Caran d’Ache and Alfredo Häberli. Together, they embarked on a journey to reimagine the iconic Fixpencil, resulting in a harmonious fusion of craftsmanship and contemporary design. Caran d’Ache, the prestigious […]
Putting personal taste aside, there are a few things we can consider when asking ourselves what makes a fountain pen special. Broadly speaking the main factors can be aesthetic design, refined function and the credibility and heritage of the maker. It’s worth remembering that fountain pens are in the same […]
So many of us have distant memories of writing consistently with a pen during our school years. Our modern daily experience might be jotting a few notes in a meeting or filling out forms. As adults, it’s easy to go through life without ever picking up a pen. But writing […]
The tech industry is built on the notion of using scientific knowledge to create incremental improvements and new technologies. App updates that make your phone run faster, smaller and lighter laptops that can handle more complex tasks, new tools that make everyday life easier, more energy-efficient electric cars and so […]
Do you feel like you’re seeing fountain pens everywhere? From the humble Lamy in a classroom setting to an esteemed Parker in the office. More and more people are rejecting the crude ubiquity of the biro and embracing the lasting quality of the fountain pen. Sometimes it’s hard to articulate […]
Preserving the handcraft of fountain pen making, Montblanc reveals the complex process that its expert team of artisan makers go through to bring the beloved pens to life. Handcrafts are a vital expression of human ingenuity and artistry. From the first stone carvings to the design of the latest luxury […]
Cartier, the esteemed French luxury goods company was founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier. Under the stewardship of his son Alfred and later his grandsons Louis, Pierre and Jacques that the brand became a global phenomenon. For the first 60 years, the company focussed on watches, clocks and […]
Connoisseurs of fountain pens are by their very nature, individuals who might object to the ubiquity of digital technology. We might agree that the touch screen offers convenience, but we would likely argue that the hard glass screen is a barrier to the textural emotion of a pen and paper. […]
It’s Christmas, your birthday or maybe a wedding anniversary. You have a wrapped gift in your hands and you begin to untie the little bow and gently pull at the neatly folded paper. Whatever it is, it’s fairly small but reassuringly heavy. It’s probably a perfect and thoughtful gift, but […]
