Beachwear
Founded in 1971 in Saint Tropez by automobile journalist Fred Prysquel, Vilebrequin is a fashion brand specialized in swimwear and beachwear.
Side table
Mentioned in the same breath as Le Corbusier, Mies van der Rohe and Marcel Breuer, Eileen Gray (1878–1976) was a leading designer of tubular steel furniture designs.
Double edged razor
Founded in 1896 by Emil Hermes, Merkur is the manufacturer of world’s most iconic double edged razor.
Faucet (modern)
Designed in 1968 by Arne Jacobsen for the National Bank of Denmark, the VOLA taps are the most iconic taps in the world.
Socks (casual)
Founded in 1923 by J. Spencer Love, Burlington Industries was an American fabric maker based in Greensboro, North Carolina.
Hat (bowler)
Founded in 1676 by Robert Davis, James Lock & Co. is one of the oldest hatters in England. Davis’ son, Charles, took on James Lock as an apprentice in 1747.
Water kettle
Sori Yanagi (1915–2011) was a famous Japanese product designer. The water kettle is one of his most iconic designs. He designed the first edition in 1953.
Water gun
Invented in 1982 by Lonnie Johnson, the Super Soaker is a recreational water gun that has more power, range and accuracy than a conventional squirt guns.
Brooch
In 1914 Louis Cartier asked French painter George Barbier to make a drawing for an invitation to a Parisian jewelry exhibition.
Safe
Founded in 1818 by the Chubb brothers, who served apprenticeships as blacksmiths, Chubbs is a brand of safes and vaults, which offer certified burglary- and fire protection.
Chair (saddle leather)
French architect and designer, Charlotte Perriand (1903-1999) took part in the design of the ski resorts of Les Arcs in Savoie and designed this beautiful chair in the 60′s.
Women’s shoes (stilettos)
Roger Henri Vivier (1903-1998) was a French shoe designer, credited with the design of the first stiletto heel in 1954.
Field hockey stick
Founded in 1855 by world rackets champion H.J. Gray, Grays is a supplier of quality sports equipment for hockey, racquets and cricket, and especially known as a field hockey stick manufacturer.
Microphone
Founded in 1925 by Sidney N. Shure as a supplier of radio parts kits, Shure Incorporated is a manufacturer of audio electronics.
Paint (oil)
Founded in 1887 by Gustave Sennelier, Sennelier is a French brand of art supplies famous for their hand selected pigments.
Loafers (penny)
Founded in 1876 by George Henry Bass, G.H. Bass & Co. is an American footwear brand, mostly known for inventing the Penny loafer.
Dog leash
Founded in 1972 by Manfred Bogdahn, Flexi is the creator of the wold’s first retractable dog leash.
Toilet soap
Founded in 1770, Yardley of London is a one of the oldest firms in the world to specialize in cosmetics, fragrances and related toiletries products.
Utility knife
Founded in 1843 by Frederick Stanley as a small manufacturer of hardware from wrought iron, Stanley/ Black & Decker today is a world-leading provider of tool and powertools.
Fruit bowl
Founded in 1898 on the site of an older iron works, Orrefors glassworks mainly produced window glass and bottles.
Ski gloves
Founded in 1936 by Martin Magnusson, Hestra is a manufacturer of gloves for Alpine- and Freeskiing.
Braces
Founded in 1820, Albert Thurston opened his shop at 27 Panton Street, Haymarket, London, selling and producing his now iconic braces and suspenders.
Coffee maker (nespresso)
Founded in 1933 by Traugott Oertli, Turmix is a Swiss manufacturer of kitchen appliances.
Garden hose
Founded in 1961 by Werner Kress and Eberhard Kastner as an importer of French garden tools, Gardena today is a manufacturer of products for garden watering and care.
Pressure cooker
Founded in 1857 by Antoine Lescure, Groupe SEB (Société d’Emboutissage de Bourgogne) is a large French consortium that produces small appliances.
Fishing lure
Founded in the 1930s by Lauri Rapala, Rapala is the world’s largest manufacturer of fishing lures and other fishing related products.
Chair (spoke)
Yrjö Ilmari Tapiovaara (1914-1999) was a Finnish designer noted for his furnishings and textiles. Designed in 1956, the Mademoiselle chair is a true Finnish design classic.
Car (estate)
Founded in 1915 as a subsidiary of the ball bearing manufacturer SKF, AB Volvo is a Swedish manufacturing company headquartered in Gothenburg.
Shoe polish
Founded in 1920, Saphir is a brand of leather care products, made from natural raw materials. The finest boot-makers, shoe-makers and leather goods manufacturers all use Saphir to maintain the beauty of their leathers.
Tong
Founded in 1925, Edlund Company LLC is one of the leading American manufacturers of high quality small wares and light equipment for foodservice.
Boots (Chelsea)
Attributed to Queen Victoria’s shoemaker J. Sparkes-Hall, who patented the design in 1851, Chelsea boots are ankle-high boots with an elastic side panel on the side.
Kitchen scale
Founded in 1862 by Henry Fereday, Fereday is a manufacturer of scales, specialized in medical an industrial weighing equipment.
Deodorant (Women’s)
In 1888, an unknown inventor from Philadelphia developed the first deodorant in the world, a cream containing antibacterial zinc oxide.
Watch (rectangular)
Founded in 1847, when Louis-Francois Cartier took over the jewelry workshop of Adolphe Picard, Société Cartier is a manufacturer of jewelry and watches.
Wood stove (small)
Founded in 1853 by Oluf Onsum as Kværner Jernstøberi (Kværner Foundry), Jøtul AS is a Norwegian limited company that manufactures cast iron stoves and fireplaces.
Turntable (DJ)
Manufactured between 1972 and 2010 by Matsushita, the Technics SL-1200 is a series of turntables, widely regarded as one of the most durable and reliable ever produced.
Miracle cream
Eight Hour Cream was created in 1930, by Miss Arden herself and was the first ever cosmetic product to bear the Elizabeth Arden name.
Sweater (merino wool)
Founded in 1784 by John Smedley, John Smedley is the oldest manufacturing factory in the world and maker of the most iconic hand crafted knitwear.
Tie (grenadine)
Founded in 1977 by Michael Drake in London’s East End, Drake’s is a manufacturer of the finest ties and really stands out with its textured grenadine ties.
Paint (watercolour)
Founded in 1832 by William Winsor and Henry Newton, Winsor & Newton is a manufacturer of fine art products, mostly known for its watercolour paint.
Refridgerator
Founded in 1948 by Vittorio Bertazzoni in Guastalla, Italy, Smeg is an manufacturer of upmarket domestic appliances.
Razor blade
Founded in 1932 by Toshio Kosaka, the Feather Safety Razor Company makes the sharpest double edge blades in the world.
Chair (cane)
Hans Wegner (1914-2007) was a famous Danish furniture designer, who contributed to the popularity of mid-century Danish design.
Holloware
Founded in 1958 by Niels Stellan Høm and Carton Madelaire, Stelton is a Danish design company, best known for producing stainless steel tableware.
Balance bike
Founded in 1997 by Rolf Mertens, the Kokua bike company manufactures the most iconic balance bike, the likeabike.
Jacket (M65 Field)
Founded in 1959 as a contractor to the United States military, Alpha Industries is a manufacturer of clothing of American military style.
Tamper
Founded in 1955 by Reg Barber, who wanted to create a better coffee tamper after using a flimsy, plastic one, Reg Barber is a manufacturer of the most iconic tampers in the world.
Moisturizing lotion
Founded in 1872 by Arinobu Fukuhara, former pharmacist to the Japanese Navy, Shiseido is one of the oldest cosmetics companies in the world.
Desk (executive)
Founded in 1953 by Osvaldo and Fulgenzio Borsani, Tecno s.p.a. designs and produces innovative furniture for workspaces.
Car (sports)
Introduced in 1963 by Porsche AG, the Porsche 911 is a the most iconic high performance sports car.