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Egg Heads

Thanks to Sieger, you can now have egg on your table instead of on your face. Okay, okay, so that was a bad joke, but there's no denying the beauty of this Matroschischka egg cup, a miniature version of the popular Matroschka egg cup series.

Made of white porcelain from Furstenberg (a German factory known for its luxe tableware), these dainty, hand-painted cups are available in five patterns (all relating back to Sieger's new My China! series): Treasure, Emperor's Garden (which incorporates bold, Asian-flavored flower motifs), White, Glossy Platinum and Polished Gold. These carefully crafted cups are as classy and sophisticated as your grandma's best china, but they manage to incorporate a refreshingly modern aesthetic.

They're perfect for storing small sugar cubes, raisins, and other teeny-tiny table essentials .

Sieger Matroschischka cup, $220. Available at Michael C. Fina in New York. For stores, visit MichaelCFina.com

Champagne Tastes

Even non-lushes are so familiar with liquor brands like Jose Cuervo, Jim Beam, Jack Daniels and Captain Morgan that these guys might as well be universal uncles of sorts (like how Ben and Jerry are every heartbroken gal's BFFs). In that scenario, Dom Perignon would, of course, be the well-traveled, bookish-but-suave, high-post uncle. After all, Dom P is about more than great-tasting champagne: it's a name that's synonymous with luxury and class.

Which were precisely the elements artist Marc Newson had in mind when he designed this sleek chiller, the Marc Newson II for Dom Perignon. The aluminum magnum container features a shield in a bold neon green color which, in turn, bears the wine house's name. Newson's signature, meanwhile, is featured on the back of the container in an eye-popping orange hue. The chiller is Newson's second edition for Dom P (his first effort was produced two years ago, a line of 1,000 limited-edition containers which sold out completely).

Not only is the container regal, but it has a sculptural feel that remains true to Newson's artistic roots. And hey, let's be practical: it's summertime and, whether you're on a yacht off Turks & Caicos or playing with a boogie board in your house's swimming pool, we're all ready to toast something (or someone) and to enjoy the pleasurable things in life, such as a chilled bottle of Dom P.

So go do the Magnum (Zoolander style).

$1000. Available at Moss New York, 866-888-6677, and Moss Los Angeles, 866-902-3423.

Serve It Up

You probably know about the Finnish textile company Marimekko, which specializes in geometric prints in bold hues (not quite as in-your-face as Pucci's designs, but they have their very own retro flavor). Well, what you may not know is that Marimekko has found clever ways to expand its reign, but they're doing so in an organic fashion, with everything referencing their fabrics. Take these serving trays. Each tray is made of plywood and measures 17" x 13", but here's the fascinating part: each tray is created directly from the fabric on which its design is based -- as a matter of fact, the fabric is pressed into the plywood so as to preserve the integrity of the original design.

These are two of my favorites, the Palma Serving Tray with its watercolor-meets-kaleidoscope floral print, and the Bottna Serving Tray with its Art Deco-flavored leaf print in bold green, black and white hues. In true Marimekko form, these are so dope, Kanye'd be trying to hoard them like he did his Murakami placemat at the Brooklyn Museum's annual gala earlier this year.

Marimekko Palma Serving Tray, $42, Marimekko Bottna Serving Tray, $35. Visit FinnishGifts.com

Hugs and Kisses

It's supposed to be the ultimate guy show, but if you're a down-to-Earth broad, you can probably appreciate the genius of HBO's Entourage. Sure, the guys can be materialistic, doling out ridiculous amounts of dough for a cool whip, but then again, wasn't a big part of Sex and the City about scoring that latest Hermes bag (remember the episode when Samantha used Lucy Liu's name to get a Birkin bag?) or those killer Blahniks (remember how crazy Carrie went when she was mugged and dude took her shoes?)? And sure, there's some misogynist content in there, but doesn't it mirror real life? Give immature dudes who never got any play some loot, and that's what they're gonna do -- try to hit the skins with any decent-looking chick out there... If anything, the show sheds light on the power of the female sex to drive men to sheer idiocy...

And then there's Ari Gold. Yes, the dude is arrogant, insensitive, sexist and callous, but chances are, so is your boss (or your college professor or some other powerful figure in your life). And besides, isn't there a tiny part of you that wishes you had the balls (and the influence) to say some of the outrageous things that come out of that cat's mouth?

As an ode to Ari, who knows when to kiss and make up (or at least fake it), the HBO Shop is releasing these "Let's Hug It Out" shot glasses. So, even if your best friend acted reckless, your co-worker once again took all the credit for your work, or your spoiled cousin got on your last nerve, you may want to consider a reconciliation. And why not do it the old-fashioned way --with some booze? Let your shot glasses do the talking, and go drink away those sorrows. It's a celebration, bitches!

$7.99 per glass. Available at the HBO Shop in NYC (6th Avenue at 42nd Street), 212.512.SHOP. Or visit http://www.HBO.com/store

Food for Thought

See, if all my plates looked like these, I'd actually understand the notion of having a china cabinet. Then again, if my plates looked like these, no one would be allowed to eat off of them (or breathe near them, for that matter!) Yessir, the days of the boring blue-and-white dish sets are thankfully fading away, making room for an era where all things (even tableware) can reflect your individual style.

Created by Sarah Cihat, these dishes' origins start at thrift stores, Salvation Army locations and flea markets. Once the conservation-minded Cihat sets her sights on good quality ceramics, she reglazes, repaints and reheats them, basically reincarnating them into a richer, jazzier life. Her recycled, reinvented creations feature emblazoned designs that range from eagles and rose buds to skull-and-crossbones, owls, moose, spiders and more. She also utilizes bold colors -- from lime green to turquoise, yellow, coral and plum Plus, you can also place custom orders. Chew on that, playas.

Prices range from$34 for a small ramekin to $54 for a large dinner plate. Visit http://www.sarahcihat.com

Sip Up

West Coast artist/designer Sam Flores has a flair for creating childlike characters that convey tenderness and innocence (while also having a certain sad, forlorn quality) but, at the same time, manage to be imbued with a certain coolness that perhaps speaks to Flores' love of graffiti art. There's also a really subtle, beautiful Asian aesthetic that he incorporates into his art  through lush landscapes(cherry blossoms, bonsai trees, etc.) and the clothing he chooses for his characters (kimono-style,  bell-shaped, floor-length gowns, etc.). Now, his fine art is making its way into your china cabinet (or on the already-crowded kitchen counter, for those of us who live in shoebox-sized apartments in NYC). Look at how adorable the characters are -- don't they just look like the hip-hop answer to those Precious Moments dodos?

Lost Innocence Pint Glass, $15. Branches Coffee Mug, $12. Visit http://www.upperplayground.com