Iconic Gifts http://www.iconicgifts.com/ Alternative Gift Ideas en Ruth Miller Copyright 2008 2008-08-27T17:22:00+00:00 The limited Edition Betty Jackson Ironing Board Cover! http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/the-limited-edition-betty-jackson-ironing-board-cover/2008-08-27/ Ok… I appreciate an ironing board is not the first thing you think about when it comes to gifts.. in fact if you turned up with one of these wrapped up it may just get you a slap… BUT this is no ordinary ironing board cover! This is a Betty Jackson! Who is Betty Jackson… well she’s only one of the UK’s leading fashion designers, now you see why this is so special! These little beauties are available in very short supply so if you like designer everything (including ironing board covers) then you can get yourself one for free by purchasing a Rowenta iron from John Lewis before the 31st August 2008. Alternatively you can pick one up for £15 at www.rowenta.co.uk… But hurry! Art Ok… I appreciate an ironing board is not the first thing you think about when it comes to gifts.. in fact if you turned up with one of these wrapped up it may just get you a slap… BUT this is no ordinary ironing board cover! This is a Betty Jackson!

image

Who is Betty Jackson… well she’s only one of the UK’s leading fashion designers, now you see why this is so special!

These little beauties are available in very short supply so if you like designer everything (including ironing board covers) then you can get yourself one for free by purchasing a Rowenta iron from John Lewis before the 31st August 2008. Alternatively you can pick one up for £15 at www.rowenta.co.uk… But hurry!

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-27T17:22:00+00:00 Airkix Indoor Skydiving Experience http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/airkix-indoor-skydiving-experience/2008-08-25/ Skydiving is said to be one of those amazing experiences you must do before you die. The only problem is that it aint cheap and for many of us it’s a little daunting jumping out of a plane to say the least! There’s also the fact that you are strapped to some person you’ve never met before and are completely guided by them… well NO MORE! Airkix is an Indoor Skydiving arena in Milton Keynes. You need no previous experience, no change of underwear and it’s suitable for all ages above 5! The centre has been open for just 9 months and attracted over 25k visitors. In essence you fly on a pocket of wind generated from an industrial fan which hits you at a constant flow of 150mph (same speed as if you were doing it for real). Christmas Gifts, Fathers Day, Gifts For Kids, Stag Party Gifts Skydiving is said to be one of those amazing experiences you must do before you die. The only problem is that it aint cheap and for many of us it’s a little daunting jumping out of a plane to say the least! There’s also the fact that you are strapped to some person you’ve never met before and are completely guided by them… well NO MORE!

image

Airkix is an Indoor Skydiving arena in Milton Keynes. You need no previous experience, no change of underwear and it’s suitable for all ages above 5!

The centre has been open for just 9 months and attracted over 25k visitors. In essence you fly on a pocket of wind generated from an industrial fan which hits you at a constant flow of 150mph (same speed as if you were doing it for real).

image

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-25T04:26:00+00:00 The Kensington MP3 Phone Bluetooth Adapter http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/the-kensington-mp3-phone-bluetooth-adapter/2008-08-22/ If you are looking for a highly useful gift idea for a ‘gadget head’ look no further! The new Kensington Bluetooth solution is a great way of linking your MP3 phone with a Bluetooth adapter (plugged into your 12v ‘cigarette lighter’ socket) into your car stereo’s AUX port. Basically it enables users to enjoyyour music and answer calls without additional cables. Having tried it out I can honestly say that it is beautifully clear and even an idiot could install it… It offers a built-in microphone with noise and echo-canceling technology makes for clear conversations whilst driving. Users just press the phone icon on the remote (attached to your steering wheel) to automatically mute your music and take a call over the car’s stereo. It also works with the phone’s voice activation technology to make calls without having to touch it. A USB charging port ensures that the phone stays charged. Audio, Cell Phones, Christmas Gifts, Fathers Day, Gadgets If you are looking for a highly useful gift idea for a ‘gadget head’ look no further! The new Kensington Bluetooth solution is a great way of linking your MP3 phone with a Bluetooth adapter (plugged into your 12v ‘cigarette lighter’ socket) into your car stereo’s AUX port. Basically it enables users to enjoyyour music and answer calls without additional cables.

image

Having tried it out I can honestly say that it is beautifully clear and even an idiot could install it…

It offers a built-in microphone with noise and echo-canceling technology makes for clear conversations whilst driving. Users just press the phone icon on the remote (attached to your steering wheel) to automatically mute your music and take a call over the car’s stereo. It also works with the phone’s voice activation technology to make calls without having to touch it. A USB charging port ensures that the phone stays charged.

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-22T07:12:00+00:00 Hello Razorba - back hair removel is now simple! http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/hello-razorba-back-hair-removel-is-now-simple/2008-08-21/ Check out this little gadget which makes shaving your back a simple, painless and fast process. It’s called the Razorba and is basically a well designed extended arm for a standard razor. The Razorba is the patented razor handle wand that holds your favourite razor, ergonomically designed and tested by men with back hair and works with any standard razors.  Made from the same material as ski helmets-high impact ABS plastic this little godsend won’t break easily… As to whether it makes a nice pressie for a loved one with a hairy back… hmmmmm. Christmas Gifts, Easter Gifts, Fathers Day, Gadgets Check out this little gadget which makes shaving your back a simple, painless and fast process. It’s called the Razorba and is basically a well designed extended arm for a standard razor.

image

The Razorba is the patented razor handle wand that holds your favourite razor, ergonomically designed and tested by men with back hair and works with any standard razors.  Made from the same material as ski helmets-high impact ABS plastic this little godsend won’t break easily…

As to whether it makes a nice pressie for a loved one with a hairy back… hmmmmm.

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-21T05:50:00+00:00 The rather trendy Nina Zimmermann Itchy Feet Collection! http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/the-rather-trendy-nina-zimmermann-itchy-feet-collection/2008-08-20/ Matthew Williamson is a name synonymous to the fashion industry. Adored by fashionistas all over the world, this award winning designer has recently celebrated his 10th year in business. Williamson’s Spring/Summer collection was awash with Native-American embroidery, African tribal prints, Indian Saris and Japanese kimono’s. Collectively known as ‘global fashion gypsy’. Williamson himself took inspiration from around the world and different cultures to create the key pieces for his Spring/Summer 08 collection. This look has since been filtering into the High St as a key trend for Summer, with a selection of global styles from around the world. Bang on trend as usual, Momiji introduces its limited edition range designed by award winning graphic designer Nina Zimmermann ‘The Itchy Feet Collection’, which lead with this trend. Last year they dipped into the incredibly cool, kawaii Japanese manga and harajuku market with the hugely successful Jo Zhou collection and this year, like so many designers showed us at the Spring/Summer shows it was global fashion trends that sparked inspiration. The Nina Zimmermann range is available now from John Lewis priced £11.95 per doll.  Art, Toys Matthew Williamson is a name synonymous to the fashion industry. Adored by fashionistas all over the world, this award winning designer has recently celebrated his 10th year in business. Williamson’s Spring/Summer collection was awash with Native-American embroidery, African tribal prints, Indian Saris and Japanese kimono’s. Collectively known as ‘global fashion gypsy’. Williamson himself took inspiration from around the world and different cultures to create the key pieces for his Spring/Summer 08 collection. This look has since been filtering into the High St as a key trend for Summer, with a selection of global styles from around the world.

image

Bang on trend as usual, Momiji introduces its limited edition range designed by award winning graphic designer Nina Zimmermann ‘The Itchy Feet Collection’, which lead with this trend.

Last year they dipped into the incredibly cool, kawaii Japanese manga and harajuku market with the hugely successful Jo Zhou collection and this year, like so many designers showed us at the Spring/Summer shows it was global fashion trends that sparked inspiration.

The Nina Zimmermann range is available now from John Lewis priced £11.95 per doll. 

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-20T05:38:00+00:00 Vollers Corset Jewellery http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/vollers-corset-jewellery/2008-08-19/ We had to feature this product out of sheer novelty value. I am not sure what my wife would make of these corset inspired pieces, but I think their kind of funky. Retailed by Vollers Corset makers (who have been making corsets for 100 years), each piece is hand finished in the UK by local craftsman, exclusively for Vollers. Jewellery We had to feature this product out of sheer novelty value. I am not sure what my wife would make of these corset inspired pieces, but I think their kind of funky.

imageimage

Retailed by Vollers Corset makers (who have been making corsets for 100 years), each piece is hand finished in the UK by local craftsman, exclusively for Vollers.

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-19T06:00:00+00:00 Belkin Laptop Backpack and Ceylon Messenger Bag http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/belkin-laptop-backpack-and-ceylon-messenger-bag/2008-08-18/ The Belkin laptop backpack and messenger bag are as stylish as they are contemporary. Both retail for £34.99. The only question I’m asking is if my macbook fits..... Cell Phones, Christmas Gifts The Belkin laptop backpack and messenger bag are as stylish as they are contemporary.

Both retail for £34.99.

imageimage

The only question I’m asking is if my macbook fits.....

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-18T06:00:00+00:00 Sport Armband for 3G iPhone or iPod Touch http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/sport-armband-for-3g-iphone-or-ipod-touch/2008-08-15/ Credit crunch or no credit crunch, the 3G iPhone is going to be a big Christmas seller - of that there is no doubt. That’s why I’m picking the Sport Armband for the iPhone or iPod Touch as it’s best selling accessory. Because the iPhone is a little bulky you’re gonna need to strap it to something while you’re pounding the treadmill. I will be certainly buying one of these after I dropped my ipod mini on the treadmill and almost killed myself trying to pick it up while the treadmill was still going. A YouTube comedy moment of epic proportions.... Made by Belkin the Armband is hand washable and water resistant. It is not bulky on the arm but still provides full protection and easy navigation access to the iPhone or iPod touch. It is compatible with the iPhone 4GB and 8GB and with iPod touch versions 8GB and 16GB. This Armband comes in one size only but due to its dual sizing, fit-right ring solution it truly fits all. Features include: Cell Phones, Christmas Gifts Credit crunch or no credit crunch, the 3G iPhone is going to be a big Christmas seller - of that there is no doubt.

That’s why I’m picking the Sport Armband for the iPhone or iPod Touch as it’s best selling accessory. Because the iPhone is a little bulky you’re gonna need to strap it to something while you’re pounding the treadmill. I will be certainly buying one of these after I dropped my ipod mini on the treadmill and almost killed myself trying to pick it up while the treadmill was still going. A YouTube comedy moment of epic proportions....

image

Made by Belkin the Armband is hand washable and water resistant. It is not bulky on the arm but still provides full protection and easy navigation access to the iPhone or iPod touch. It is compatible with the iPhone 4GB and 8GB and with iPod touch versions 8GB and 16GB. This Armband comes in one size only but due to its dual sizing, fit-right ring solution it truly fits all.

Features include:

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-15T06:00:00+00:00 Belkin n52te SpeedPad http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/belkin-n52te-speedpad/2008-08-14/ Have you got friends or family that are hardcore gamers? If you have the newly released Belkin n52te Speedpad might be worth considering for Santa’s sack. Belkin say: “Powered by RazerTM, the n52te is designed to dominate in FPS (first-person shooter), MMORPG (massive multiplayer online role-playing games), and RTS (real-time strategy) computer games and uses Razer’s killer performance software to allow unmatched customisation of multiple portable player profiles for intuitive setup. The integrated Razer Synapse™ memory makes the n52te fully Plug-and-Play ready, enabling users to save player profiles and settings without the need for any additional software.” Christmas Gifts, Gadgets, Hot News Have you got friends or family that are hardcore gamers? If you have the newly released Belkin n52te Speedpad might be worth considering for Santa’s sack.

image

Belkin say:


“Powered by RazerTM, the n52te is designed to dominate in FPS (first-person shooter), MMORPG (massive multiplayer online role-playing games), and RTS (real-time strategy) computer games and uses Razer’s killer performance software to allow unmatched customisation of multiple portable player profiles for intuitive setup.

The integrated Razer Synapse™ memory makes the n52te fully Plug-and-Play ready, enabling users to save player profiles and settings without the need for any additional software.”

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-14T06:00:00+00:00 Turnham Green luxury ethical gift hampers http://www.iconicgifts.com/gifts/comments/turnham-green-luxury-ethical-gift-hampers/2008-08-13/ Gift hampers are always a great Christmas gift, hint hint....  I love them because I love good food. Turnham Green have tried to encapsulate the idea of a hamper with good food and good ethical standards. Their recipes are based around naturally preserving seasonal produce for use later in the year and all their products are created to maximise goodness and flavour with the very best ethically sourced ingredients.  The hampers are include Turnham Green’s condiments and baked goods which are accompanied by a variety of other items chosen for their quality and ethical integrity.  As with all Turnham Green’s hampers, the contents are packed into their environmentally friendly Turnham Green Jute Bags (a refreshing eco-alternative to old fashioned wicker baskets that also provide ample motivation to minimise plastic bags).  Turnham Green’s products are all in recycled or recyclable packaging and protected with eco-friendly potato starch filler for their fuel efficient journey to their delighted recipients.  The top of the range BELLS & BAUBLES hamper sells for (£100 with alcohol / £90 without alcohol (two luxury juices substituted for the Chapel Down) and includes: Christmas Gifts, Gift Hampers, Go Green Gift hampers are always a great Christmas gift, hint hint....  I love them because I love good food.

image

Turnham Green have tried to encapsulate the idea of a hamper with good food and good ethical standards.

Their recipes are based around naturally preserving seasonal produce for use later in the year and all their products are created to maximise goodness and flavour with the very best ethically sourced ingredients.  The hampers are include Turnham Green’s condiments and baked goods which are accompanied by a variety of other items chosen for their quality and ethical integrity. 

As with all Turnham Green’s hampers, the contents are packed into their environmentally friendly Turnham Green Jute Bags (a refreshing eco-alternative to old fashioned wicker baskets that also provide ample motivation to minimise plastic bags).  Turnham Green’s products are all in recycled or recyclable packaging and protected with eco-friendly potato starch filler for their fuel efficient journey to their delighted recipients. 

The top of the range BELLS & BAUBLES hamper sells for (£100 with alcohol / £90 without alcohol (two luxury juices substituted for the Chapel Down) and includes:

Add a comment | Bookmark in del.icio.us

]]> 2008-08-13T06:00:00+00:00