At OMG BCN we select colorful accessories and illustrations to pay tribute to our parents
You open your eyes as if waking from a long sleep, and it's March again, and Father's Day is here. We love the dads who fold socks and cook even the simplest dishes well, among other household chores; those who attend school meetings and tuck the little ones in when they wake up at night; the curious, music-loving, and patient dads. It would be presumptuous to define what an exemplary father is like, but we've put together a few ideas for those who deserve a little recognition.
Daniel Chong full-color backpacks.
To burst with color
We never tire of recommending backpacks from Daniel Chong Because we believe in the functionality of the backpack and because we like how the Madrid-based brand combines form and color, following the neoplasticist trend. Daniel Chong They're committed to working with recycled materials to minimize resource use, and they also design small accessories like wallets and purses (made with vegan leather). Let's celebrate color and everything else we can!
Long live contemplation
Giving an illustration as a gift is original and allows you to change the look of your walls at home ( check out our post on illustrated walls ). Among the artists we work with, one stands out. Asis Percales , the latest artist invited to paint the OMG BCN stairs. We love his drawings that reinterpret old anatomical maps with the subtle irony that characterizes this artist; a map of the mind of good people, offering a better understanding of our psyche.
Of From El Marqués , whose posters evoke the style of the 1950s, we've chosen an illustration to remind us of vermouth hour, the best part of the weekend. And continuing with music, the illustrations of Pebe And its series dedicated to music clubs, for all the parents who miss nights out dancing. And the proposals of Mr. Bermúdez , a minimalist illustrator who draws inspiration from music and film to express his personal reflections (he affirms, and we won't deny it, that "the future is written in the feminine"). We finish with a burst of color from... Hey Studio and its minimalist landscapes.
…and the movement
Perhaps some handy dads, skilled with materials, have tried to emulate the mobiles hanging in contemporary art museums, and maybe even succeeded. At OMG BCN, we offer a tabletop version, requiring no DIY. Volta 's small sculptures have a resemblance to those of Alexander Calder and captivate everyone with their perfect and simple interplay of balance and remarkable plasticity. A timeless, handcrafted gift for curious parents.
Vermouth Sundays
There are objects and small rituals that are passed down from generation to generation, like the way a table is set or the Sunday aperitif at the home of parents who are now also grandparents. The ceramic coasters of Bussoga , made with tile and hand-screen printed, reproduce motifs very appropriate for vermouth time - some anchovies, some olives - although there are also some with more roguish and rock-inspired designs.
Exemplary parents
A little more education on sustainability (if you'd like to read more about sustainable design). Have you thought about how much packaging we would save if, instead of taking our coffee to go in single-use containers, we used a reusable cup? KeepCup She's calculated the expense of the first option and therefore proposes a solution that's both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Her mugs are a practical and responsible gift for parents.
Humor from head to toe
While socks are a classic gift, nothing beats a pair of surprising and slightly irreverent socks for the most stylish among us. For foodies, we have a complete menu: burgers and fries, French cheese, salami, sushi… and cupcakes for dessert. Eat My Socks They add a fun touch to any look and whet your appetite!
