I like to think of my pen collection as a microcosm of my own wardrobe. There are my more formal pens, for instance a Montblanc Classique. There are my everyday go-to’s, like my Sailor 1911S. And, occasionally, there are my pieces I wouldn’t be caught dead in, other than the […]
Great writers not only inspired but also made an important contribution to the world, which is why Montblanc chooses to honour them with impressive editions. So, we’ve put together a list of all the editions Montblanc has released since 1992 and up to today so you can have an overview. […]
The year has started, and from what i can hear from other people in the industry, January has been pretty slow. Nevertheless we all think that positivity is a great drive and we’re looking ahead to a wonderful 2022 which a lot of cool novelties. Last year we had a […]
As we enter the year 2022, we are pleasantly surprised by the new launches taking place in the industry, including the latest “Year of the Tiger”- a small-batched Limited Edition signed by Montegrappa that comes to feed the confidence of those born in this year with self-assured elegance and glistening […]
While many of us may think of fountain pens as residing in some stuffy library of a gentleman, there is just as much appreciation for this writing utensil for women as well. The fountain pen transcends gendered norms and is a great equalizer in the world of craftsmanship. While watches […]
Let’s face it, simple pens are boring. Today we introduce you to all the characters that make up the signature line of the German brand Graf von Faber-Castell. Entitled Pen of the Year and launched annually since 2003, the collection is aimed at true connoisseurs and collectors who appreciate the […]
Have you ever thought what a spectacular duet a stylish outfit would make with a beautiful pen? Today we’ve put together a selection of 5 Stylish Guys and the pens we think would suit them. Valentino Ricci & Montegrappa Extra 1930 Turtle Brown Many of you know Valentino Ricci as […]
I’m confronted daily with Pen buying for my Boutique Style of Zug. While a part of the buying is pure fun, another part is pure business. It’s about thinking which pens i should purchase that will please our online and onland audience. That’s why i want to take a few […]
Today, two years in the pandemic, I think it is safe to say that we are all craving small pleasures. While nothing will be able to replace the time lost, there is something to be said about being able to appreciate things a little more now than pre-Covid. That’s actually […]
In late November, the fashion world lost a beloved designer. Virgil Abloh was the most recent artistic director of Louis Vuitton and, later, LVMH. His groundbreaking career allowed for new voices – and faces – to be recognized in the high fashion world and, because of this, his influence will […]
