Paper & Tea - you drink coffee, I drink tea, my dear.

'Specialty tea is still leading a fringe existence on the European continent. But that’s about to change, as P & T sets out from Berlin to spread the word on fine tea in an altogether novel fashion.' Founded by Jens de Gruyter P & T`s mission is to make fine teas and tea culture more accessible and rewarding to a broader audience. Therefore they opened a beautiful store in Berlin, where they offer the finest teas and accessories as well as tea tastings and tea seminars. Further they regularly show up with their mobile tea bar at public events. Of course you can also find all their teas online, including some detailed information about each flavor. Pictures by Ludger Paffrath.

[ paperandtea.com ]

MISMO – A Premium Quality Washbag

The design philosophy of Copenhagen-based brand MISMO stands for the symbiosis between classic craftsmanship, refined aesthetics and function; a “vibrant lifestyle in terms of design, versatility and durability” as the Danish brand says. MISMO’s premium quality M/S Washbag is one long awaited piece in their canvas collection. The design comes in a plain woven canvas with a water-repellent coating. The washbag’s zip top opening features a solid brass snap hook closure on each side, and the natural, full-grain leather trimmings are vegetable-tanned. In our eyes, in its contemporary yet classic Black/Black design the MISMO washbag is the perfect travel choice. As one of Denmark’s strongest accessories labels, we are curious about what the future holds for this forward-thinking brand. Pictures by Simon Freund.

[ mismo.dk ]

003 - THE GENTS COMB by SIMON&ME

'The Gents Comb is a classic, hand-crafted gentlemen‘s comb produced out of high quality cellulose acetate sheets [a natural, modified polymer derived from cotton and tree pulp cellulose]. From cutting to polishing, each comb is thoroughly manufactured by hand, which results in smoothly tapered teeth and rounded tips that ensure comfort and care for hair and scalp.' Pictures by Simon Freund.

[ simonandme.com ]

Watergate Compilation No.16 by La Fleur

On 78 minutes playtime, Swedish DJ and producer, Sanna, known as ‘La Fleur‘, showcases her full potential of intuitive mixing and her meticulous, on-the-spot feeling for sound. As one of the Watergate label‘s recent additions, the 16th compilation proves her talent through an atmospheric selection ranging from deep and moony sounds to electronic old-school character vibes. With her residency at Watergate up and running and known for her versatility blending both house and techno as well as classic and futuristic, we are happy that Berlin‘s dance music scene has found yet another protagonist to look out for. Pictures by Simon Freund.

[ water-gate.de ]

SANDWICHBIKES - SUSTAINABLE TRANSPORTATION

"Every part of the Sandwichbike is designed solely for this bike and manufactured with great care for the product as well as the environment. But where does it all come from?

The wood used for the Sandwichbike’s frame is beech plywood. Harvested in Germany, near a small town called Brakel to be exact. The factory producing the plywood is established right there, so there’s no need to drag trees all across the continent to get the Sandwichbike its frame.

A new Sandwichbike comes from mature wood, since the beech trees are harvested from the age of about 120 years. The forest they come from has been sustainably managed for more than 200 years, meaning no more wood is harvested than can be regrown again. This gains our plywood a PEFC certification. You can also customize your own Sandwichbike on their website."

[ sandwichbikes.com ]

Commodity - fragrance for every occasion

Commodity is a premium fragrances line that was started via Kickstarter earlier this year. Their slogan is "Premium fragrances tailored to your style and delivered to your door." and that´s exactly what they do. Commodity lets you find your scent with 20 original fragrances online and let´s you try your favorites at home. We like their simple design and the fact that you can try out the perfume before you order your favourite.

[ commoditygoods.com ]

MODO DESK LAMP BY JASON MILLER

Jason Miller is a Brooklyn-based designer and the founder of Roll & Hill. Born and raised in Darien, Connecticut, Jason’s suburban upbringing heavily influenced his early, more conceptual pieces — duct-taped chairs and cracked vases, among them — and continues to inform the elegant, historically rich work that has become his signature.
Jason received an MFA in painting and spent time in both the art and advertising worlds, but soon realized he preferred making things to documenting them. His designs — like a mirror whose photographic surface recalls a painted landscape — still often reflect those early preoccupations, but each is a functional object, with a kind of beauty and wit.
Today, Jason runs both Jason Miller Studio and Roll & Hill from his headquarters in Sunset Park, Brooklyn. He lives nearby with his daughter, Tuesday. (Bio via jasonmiller.us)

[ jasonmiller.us ]

ETQ AMSTERDAM - FALL / WINTER 2014 RELEASE

Amsterdam based brand ETQ will release its Fall/Winter 2014 Collection this Friday. The collection includes six styles in a variety of colors and new materials such as wool, microfiber, rubberized leather and a new rugged outsole. The collection will be available for men and women and available at selected retailers like SOTO, Hypebeast Store and SSENSE.

ETQ Amsterdam began in 2010 with the belief that one should never have to pay only for a label but rather for the design and quality of the product that the label represents. ETQ offers an array of clean, sophisticated and wearable products, constructed of the finest materials by experienced craftsmen at a small, family-owned factory in Portugal.

[ www.etq-amsterdam.com ]

MMT - a minimal pocket watch

A good watch is hard to find; and finding a nice pocket watch might be even harder. That´s why we were impressed when we found this minimalist, yet beautiful pocket watch by MMT. Based in both Paris and Hong Kong, MMT specialises in pocket watches blending quality watchmaking and poetic storytelling. Their online shop offers the solid wooden shell in two different styles, maple and walnut. You can also customise your watch with a personal engraving on the back turning it into the perfect gift for the person you like to spend your time with.

[ mmtstore.com ]