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From drinking coffee on our way to work to constantly jumping from one meeting to another, it’s pretty clear we have no time to waste nowadays. For many of our readers, handwriting remains one of the simple pleasures that get us through these hectic times. But do we always have […]
The latest addition to the Varius line from Swiss company Caran D’Ache combines legacy, modernity, and artistic expression into one pen. The Varius Rainbow captures the essence of the brand identity through a spectrum of color against a silver-plated rhodium barrel. The inspiration behind this pen is the color wheel, […]
After this year’s spectacular editions, Montblanc strikes again with a totally unexpected collection that is sure to stir powerful emotions within the younger generation. The Hamburg-based manufacturer has recently announced an edition inspired by Naruto, the protagonist of the most popular manga series, much to the delight of those who […]
For anyone interested in simple pleasures, you have no doubt encountered the joy of backgammon. A handsome sport – black and white tiles, a striped board – the game itself reminds me of Italian grandparents and young downtown intellectuals alike. It’s a game that’s been played, by some accounts, for […]
Sometimes all you need is a little splash of color. Seriously now, there are plenty of studies showing how colours influence our mood, personality and creativity. To give their users a boost, LAMY has recently launched a new limited edition set – the AL-star Glossy Red. Now comes the question: […]
As we know by now, a Japanese nib tends to be finer than their European cousins, as a general rule. In fact, Japanese nibs can offer a surprisingly varied finer point that can have a varied personality to it, depending on the manufacturer. Take, for instance, the UEF nib from […]
I’ve said it many times in other articles: there are fountain pens and there are works of art. From fine engravings to intricate decorations, art comes in many forms but today it’s about Maki-e. This ancient Japanese technique handed down from generation to generation never ceases to impress with its […]
The world of luxury writing utensils can sometimes be seen as a bit exclusive. There is often a financial entry point for what is considered a quality pen, or perhaps one doesn’t live in an urban area for access to likeminded people. In an effort to avoid alienating those who […]
There is something mysterious about the Aurora Borealis. Also known as the Northern Lights or the Polar Lights, this cosmic phenomenon has enticed and intrigued humans for millennia. What’s so spectacular about the lights is their hypnotic dancing through the arctic regions of the earth, where blue and green sheets […]
Like Montblanc or Graf von Faber-Castell, Pelikan is a manufacturer that has a distinctive series for which it is widely known and that is undoubtedly, the Souverän. Classic and iconic, the series has made a name for itself among enthusiasts and collectors thanks to its elegant design and legendary striped […]
