By Suzy Bacino
Photographs by Mark Gilliland
shaken, not stirred
Want the perfect martini? Start with these smoky rocks glasses for one part modern cool. Add a retro-chic inlaid mother-of-pearl tray and etched stainless-steel shaker for a dash of lounge class, and finish with some nut bowls ... ‘cause even the hip have to eat. Serve chilled. (Hey, if Bond can have a makeover, so can his favorite drink.) Etched martini shaker, $45; mother-of-pearl tray, $232; Oslo rocks glass, $11 each; Beaten nut bowls, $11, $22, $33. Niche, 922 Washington, 314-621-8131, www.nichestl.com
fire up
Grill like a samurai with this ceramic smoker that puts a modern spin on the oriental Kamado cooker concept. Thick walls use heat efficiently, so you’ll only need one bag of charcoal for the summer. Big Green Egg with fold-down sides, $690. LeLu Metalcraft & Patio Shop, 13200 Manchester, 314-966-6195
hot feet
With a design that’s not only innovative and stylish but pressure-point–friendly, these shoes actually manage to make comfort look cool. Pitch the clunky orthotics and do right by your dogs. Tsubo Tenax shoes, $99.99. Laurie’s Shoes, 9916 Manchester, 314-961-1642, www.lauriesshoes.com
snap shot
Pic previewing is the best part of the digital photography era, but who likes squinting at those postage-size screens? This 8.1-megapixel camera puts the preview front and center with a whopping 3-inch display. Smile! Sony DSC N-1 digital camera, $474.99. Circuit City, 1585 S. Brentwood, 314-963-0125, www.circuitcity.com
on that note
Give your man a reason to put down the BlackBerry and pick up the pen with this personalized stationery from former Kate Spade designer—and native St. Louisan—Cheree Berry. Masculine and elegant, it’ll remind him that e-mail isn’t the only way to correspond. Flock of Birds cards, $160 for 100; letter-pressed cards, $420 for 100; jumbo type cards, $290 for 100; www.chereeberry.com
pass the remote
If Captain Kirk vegged out, this would be the chair he’d sit in. Sleek, sophisticated and unbelievably comfortable, it converts from chair to chaise with a flick of the footrest. Designo_Solo chair in black leather, $2,200. The Ambiente Collection, 321 N. 10th, 314-436-8000, www.theambientecollection.com
join the club
You can’t have Phil Mickelson’s green jacket, but you can have his club. His driver of choice at the 2006 Masters combines a carbon composite body and a specially placed weight in the clubhead to deliver distance and accuracy. Better pick up some extra balls, though, in case it doesn’t completely cure your slice. Calloway Big Bertha FT-3 driver, $399; HX Tour balls, $39.99 per dozen. Dick’s Sporting Goods, West County Center, 314-649-1400, www.dickssportinggoods.com
a star is born
No wonder this axe won Guitar One Magazine’s 1 Award: At just five pounds, it’s like an air guitar with sound. And its sleek design means it will look just as amazing in the corner of the living room as it does on stage. Yamaha RGX-A2, $799. Mozingo Music, 100 Clarkson, 636-227-5722, www.mozingomusic.com
greek god
The Greeks know a thing or two about male beauty. This skincare line from Athens takes natural elements like walnuts, sage and marigold and turns them into effective, great smelling products for men. Korres shave cream, cleanser, aftershave balm and scrub, $19–$28. UMA, 1100 Locust, 314-241-9990
it’s a cinch
Nothing says St. Louis prep like a handmade needlepoint belt. When your man realizes all the effort you put into it he’ll wear it forever—or at least until braided belts come back. The experts at Sign of the Arrow will get you started. Canvas, $65.50; yarn, $4.75 each; finishing includes leather belt and buckle, $42–$47. Sign of the Arrow, 9740 Clayton, 314-994-0606
