For a company famous for its toasters, Dualit is going modern - while staying a bit retro in design. The Dualit Digital Radio has a rechargeable NiMH battery, timer, alarm with snooze and sleep options, cast aluminum casing, and an aux in for the iPod. Put it next to the bed, in the home office - take it on the road. We like it.  Enjoy. $225.00. BUY

Status symbols indeed. These British cufflinks send just the message you’re looking for - Desperate, Adulterous, Divorced, Married, Available, Swinger, Curious and many more. Hell - you may find yourself changing them throughout an evening. Quickly turn the knob to fend off the over-the-hill cougar, or turn it to bait her - whichever you prefer. $140. BUY

The new James Bond book, The Devil May Care, is out and available cheaply, or - if you’d prefer to see what happens when Bond fanatics go a little overboard, take a peek at the Bentley special edition version of the book. Bond drove a handful of Bentley’s over the years and is behind the wheel of one again in The Devil May Care. Only 300 copies of the book have been made (100 for the U.S.). The publishers met with the design team at Bentley and spared no expense in the details of the special edition. The look is a mix of the original 1950’s Bond novels with the 1950’s Bentley owner’s manuals. The leather binding and stitching is the same used in Bentleys and there is even a steel engine plate inside with the number of the book. And it comes with a little die-cast replica of the original Bond Bentley from Casino Royale. Afraid someone might use this book as a coaster on your coffee table? Likely not when it is in it’s plexi-glass case…included. $1500. BUY

In case you couldn’t tell, we’re not ones to skimp on the home-front. So why skimp when it comes to the address? Weston Letters makes “Architectural Numbers” which are custom made to your liking. Checkout the fonts, metals, finishes - and easily customize it online. Instructions et al, online. Kick it up a notch. Around $200 BUY

The essential 100 books for your library. Fill the rest with what you will, but be sure to have these on hand. From Tolstoy to Fitzgerald to Wolf to Thoreau - you’ll be cultured and educated with the finest literature of the last centuries. Philosophy, drama, even some comedy to keep you entertained. So pull up a chair, grab a glass of scotch, and take a breather. 100 Books by Everyman’s Library. $2,223.45. BUY

Consider it an updated version of the Economist. Monocle Magazine, put out by our friends across the pond publishes 10 issues a year. Started just over a year ago, the magazine hired editors from the New York Times, the BBC, and others. The online version is edited by the founder of Wallpaper Magazine, and a former International Herald Tribune Columnist. Main sections include Affairs, Business, Culture and Design. Not a flimsy magazine, at around 200 pages. SUBSCRIBE £75.

For the all weather chez lounge try Room and Board’s Montecito in Espresso. If you are fortunate enough to have a pool or deck to put this on - we think it looks relaxing, and covers all the bases. Weatherproof wicker and cushions, as well as an adjustable back with storage compartment - this will last you a long time. Grab a drink, lay down - take a nap. You deserve it. $1700 BUY

The Otto Collection Bar Set includes a decanter, tumbler, high ball , and vodka glasses. Imported from England and Dishwasher safe. Each piece has solid glass base for that heavy feel. Fill the decanter with your favorite, and put the quartet in your living room or home office. $115 for the whole set, or break it up and purchase individually. BUY

Looking for a razor and brush? Grab something that will last a long time. The Art of Shaving introduced this compact set made of authentic horn selected for its pattern. They even balanced the unit out perfectly, so it’s that much tougher to knock it over when you’re a bit bleary eyed in the morning. Mach 3 razors fit, though Gillette Fusion blade fitting sets are available as well. Brush is made of badger hair and shaving soap available with instructions for the perfect lather. Step it up a notch. $550 BUY

Cappellini’s Medicine Cabinet was designed by Thomas Ericksson. The flap door is lined with a mirror and it is constructed of laquer metal. The only problem is it was such great design - it is now seen as an art piece, and part of the New York Museum of Modern Art’s permanent collection. The “piece” is from 1992 but the company is still selling them. Does all that justify a $650 pricetag? Depends on your priorities. BUY

The Perno Floor Lamp has become a hot item at Williams Sonoma Home. It’s adjustable 15″ in height to place light exactly where you need it. Linen drum shade with white diffuser and polished nickel finish. Most importantly, you save $263 by getting the exact same thing via CSN Lighting through Amazon. While we’re all about great looking and functional furniture, home tech and art - saving $263 is never bad. BUY (the better deal)

Canadian Intelligent Form Design came up with an outdoor table that charges your laptop, iPod etc. using the solar panel surface. You can access battery info etc about the table using bluetooth, and at night, the whole thing glows with internal LED lights. USB plug and normal three prong wall plugs are built in. Perfect for a deck, or out by a pool - we want one. $14,000. BUY

Modern Cabana has designed a prefabricated bungalow for your backyard, beach, or wherever you need a cool roof over your head. These cabanas include everything you need to build a modern room. Can be assembled over a weekend. Use it as an office, a gallery, a conservatory, a music sanctuary, a guest cottage (they have large sizes). Go nuts as we say. Models start at $9,500. BUY

Kos Italian Bath specialists have come up with some great designs, and they keep it up with their Waterwall shower. A waterfall backed by a single pane of glass and a wood slat floor. Those 5 rings are back jets - for the ultimate shower. And almost every part of it is customizable. KOS

Siedle makes the best looking, and well engineered intercom’s on the market. They’ve stuck with their classic style and come out with a whole line of home intercoms with any option you want, including fingerprint entry, cameras, card readers, code locks, lights etc. Big already in Europe, they are making their way over here to the U.S. If you’re in the market - don’t pass them up. Engineering at its best. From $250. BUY