Executive Essentials Pen Blog

Examples of the Art Deco movement, an artistic style born in the early 20th
Century which saw a resurgence in the 1980’s, can be spied in various architecture, fashion designs, furniture, paintings and pens still in existence today. The Parker Duofold True Blue Limited Edition Fountain Pen is a newer example of this “elegant, glamorous, functional and modern style  based on the Neoclassical, Constructivism, Cubism, Modernism, Art Nouveau, and Futurism movements of the early 20th century.”

Parker Pens, started in the 1880’s, was there when Art Deco first hit America and the world and Parker continues  to produce stunning examples of this much treasured and admired style with the Parker Duofold True Blue Limited Edition Fountain Pen. Inspired by the original True Blue released by Parker in the 1920’s.  This pen’s beautiful blue and white swirl barrel, graceful shape and elegant writing capability epitomizes what drew so many to this movement in the first place.

With only 5,000 Parker Duofold True Blue Limited Edition Fountain Pen released worldwide the opportunity to purchase this Art Deco treasure is limited.  Presented in a lovely gift box and enhanced with an 18kt gold nib, the Parker Doufold True Blue Limited Edition Fountain Pen has hit the mark and will be talked about and admired well into the next century.  Do not miss this opportunity to hold on to the luxurious and affluent style that is Art Deco by purchasing one of these fabulous pens today! 

85 years……. I sure hope I reach that age!  85 years…..you gotta be doing something right to make that milestone! 85 years….that is how long the Montblanc Meisterstuck pen has been in existence, going on 86! Now that is something to celebrate; thus Montblanc designed a special edition Montblanc Meisterstuck for the occasion…..The Montblanc Meisterstuk Signature of Good, Special Edition Pen.   Signature of good? Some of the proceeds from the sale of this pen are given to UNICEF to help in the fight against illiteracy. Bravo Mont Blanc!

Montblanc has been very careful about modifying their best selling pen.  Montblanc does not want to mess with greatness!  The Meisterstuk 149, the Meisterstuk Diplomat, has only been touched, design-wise, twice, to celebrate its’ 75th birthday and now its 85th birthday.  As the current president of Montblanc recently commented, “the Meisterstuk has been a tremendous success because the design is timeless and beautiful. And while there have been developments and improvements over the years…and we’ve added some other modes, such as the rollerball, ballpoint and pencil…it is one of the few things in life that is just perfect.  And it has been since day one.”

The Montblanc Meisterstuk Pen features black precious resin, an inlaid Montblanc white star, three gold plated rings with an embossed logo, and a gold-plated clip with individual serial number. The pen has a wonderful sense of balance, a classic look and just feels darn good in your hand! No wonder it has been such a big hit!

85 years of being purchased over and over, by pen aficionados all over the globe, definitely says something about this extraordinary pen, buy one today!

The North Face company, “named for the coldest most unforgiving side of the mountain”, is more than just an outdoor goods manufacturer; The North Face stands for a philosophy on how to live your life…… “Never stop exploring”.  The North Face not only provides the best outdoor clothing, equipment and footwear available on the market, The North Face provides their customers with opportunities and information on how to better live their lives. The North Face is not your typical corporation just trying to sell you a bill of goods; the North Face is a club, an organization striving to enhance and improve the lives of individuals and the world, through their passion for the outdoors, the environment and the people who share their passion for both. 
Executive Essentials now has The North Face backpacks and messenger bags on sale.  These backpacks and messenger bags are designed using the latest technologies, innovation and materials available; once again confirming The North Face has reached the summit in providing the best the market has to offer. Backsaver technology, E-VAP foam to reduce weight and improve breathability, horizontal, vertical and diagonal carrying systems,  backpanel-to-seat conversion systems are but of the few characteristics that set these backpacks and messenger bags apart!  You too can start living The North Face philosophy by taking advantage of the 25% savings at Executive Essentials today!

Timbuk2, a city in Tombouctou Region, in the West African nation of Mali….no that is Timbuktu; Timbuk2, a San Francisco based messenger bag company started in a garage, in the 1980’s, as the growing need for messenger bags sprung up in urban areas all across the globe….yes that is the Timbuk2 I am talking about!

Who made the first messenger bags?..... Timbuk2?.... No, Globe Canvas of New York, for telephone linemen.  However, New York City bicycle messengers soon realized the benefits of the design, and Globe Canvas “messenger bags” began to be spotted all over town.  Timbuk2 wasn’t far behind. Timbuk2 messenger bags first appealed to these bikers, who roamed our cities delivering packages, as well; but in no timeTimbuk2 captured the hearts of mainstream America. People walking down the street took notice of these brightly colored, good-looking, well made bags…….and wanted one for themselves.

Timbuk2 is a young hip company that not only provides messenger bags that last a lifetime, they are also concerned about the environment. “Like rice and beans, we keep it simple when it comes to being pro-planet. We make durable bags that are tough as Hell and built to last. So while our competition is piling up in landfills, we stay on your back, hugging you for a lifetime. Tales of Timbuk2 bags outlasting jobs, lovers, pets, and train wrecks are not uncommon. These stories give us the confidence to guarantee our bags will last a lifetime.”

Some of Executive Essentials best selling Timbuk2 bags include theTimbuk2 Laptop Messenger Bag, the Timbuk2 Large Messenger  and the Timbuk2 Blogger Computer Messenger Bag; all made with rugged ballistic nylon, heavy duty stitching and waterproof liners.  Each of the bags comes with a padded adjustable shoulder strap and many wonderful organizational features including a key ring tether. While the messenger bags share many similar desirable features they also have characteristics that make each one unique and specialized for the particular needs of their owners.

Timbuk2, the messenger bag manufacturer, who helped bring style and quality not only to the fast moving urban bicyclist but also to the fast moving foot traffic across America and beyond. Timbuk2 is now on sale at Executive Essentials!