Posts Tagged ‘gifts’

New Alessi and A di Alessi Designs at Occasions!

Monday, June 20th, 2011

This week at Occasions! by Design, we have received a wonderful new grouping from Alessi, whose bold and contemporary designs are perfect for gift giving and make practical, yet stylish additions to your own kitchen. The new Alessi group includes a wide range of products designed by Michael Graves, including timers that are stylistically modern and in primary colors; priced at only $38 they make a great gift for any kitchen guru. From A di Alessi we have the OrienTales collection, designed by Stefano Giovannoni in collaboration with the National Palace Museum in Taiwan. This unique assortment includes the Banana Milk Bowl and Orange Fruit Sugar Bowl, their bright and almost cartoonish chic makes it is almost impossible to distinguish that they are made from bone china. In addition to these great items we also have stainless steel salad tongs, ice tongs and more products designed by Michael Graves.

A di Alessi Banana Milk Bowl, $30

Michael Graves Timer, $38

A di Alessi Orange Sugar Bowl, $30

Salad Set, $82

 

 

Father’s Day Gifts for all Types of Dads!

Thursday, June 9th, 2011

Still looking for a unique gift for your special Dad? Occasions! by design has recently added to their already wonderful selection of men’s gifts, making your pick a lot easier.  There is something for every type of Dad:

The TravelerDad

If your Dad travels on business or for pleasure, you might want to consider the new Stainless Steel Wallet by Stewart/Stand. The unique, sleek, slim-profile wallet protects your RFID chipped credit cards from unwanted eavesdropping. It is elegant, durable, and  designed to keep their shape.

Stewart/Stand bi-fold wallet $72

The SartorialDad

For the sharp dressed Dads with a flair for style, the Flatlinks by Stewart/Stand might be just the right gift. Sleek and elegant, the Flatlinks by Stewart/Stand are designed to put in and take out of a French cuff shirt, while maintaining a simple, efficient design. They are the perfect addition to any outfit.

Stewart/Stand Titanium Flatlinks $80

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Non-TraditionalDad

The Dad that dares to be different and unusual will gravitate toward our great line of Watchcraft Watches by artist Milieres. These limited edition watches have an organic feel to them, made up of several types of metals— steel, copper, brass, they are etched with various curvilinear and simplistic designs.

Watchraft Watch $290

The BarDad

There is a comprehensive collection of wine gadgets including a rapid cooling carafe, a wine saver with a built in vacuum indicator, gorgeous wine stoppers, and a nifty wine master corkscrew and foil-cutter guaranteed to easily remove the cork effortlessly.

Vacu Vin Bar Accessories

The CookingDad

The Dad who loves cooking will find the special cooking utensils/devices we have on hand and an inspiration for his next culinary masterpiece.   From Denmark, the SCANPAN pots and skillet selection is amazing; they are not only highly functional, but are beautifully crafted.  The company guarantees the ceramic titanium cookware with a life warranty.  And of course, on a lighter note, there is a cool melon and pineapple slicer, the cheese grater with a convenient detachable cheese reservoir, and the always useful garlic press easy to use with a unique scrape lever.

Cheese Grater $16.50

Slice and Catch $16.50

For all those type of Dads out there, Occasions! by design has that perfect gift, come in and let our experienced consultants help you with your selection.  Make Father’s Day gift giving an easy and delightful experience.