Gift Sets by Aesop, $60–$110 from aesop.comWhen it comes to grooming, no other company has as comprehensive a commitment to good design. Take for instance Aesop's architecturally savvy retail environments and impeccable packaging. This year, the Australian brand channeled the look of Italian Futurists for its seasonal gift sets. Four different groupings range from lip and body care to a geranium-scented trio to a quartet of the company's best-selling items. While the line is unisex, the Intensity trio of body cleanser, post-shave lotion, and deodorant is geared specifically toward men. Reliable sources tell us that the potent botanicals in the deodorant will leave you smelling like you've rolled around in the Australian bush (in a good way).

12 Bar Collection by Mast Brothers, $95 The beautiful packaging is a bonus, but the real treat is inside: Made in Williamsburg, Brooklyn in small batches, this 12-bar collection by the Mast Brothers includes all flavor editions from this year, from sea salt, to smoke, mint, vanilla, and olive oil. Artisanal, tasty, and well-designed, the decadent boxset is a fool-proof crowd pleaser.

This show highlights wares from 2,400 companies hailing from 19 countries and regions, focusing on apparel, food, and home merchandise. Over 200,000 attendees, comprised of buyers from all over the world, will filter through Tokyo Big Sight over the course of three days.

Check out all of our 2014 holiday gift guides at a glance, and don't forget to comment here with your best modern gift ideas.

Dwell Store Gift Card, $50–$1,000 at the Dwell Store Always in stock, the Digital Gift Card from the Dwell Store lets you give the design seeker on your list the gift of discovering great design. Perfect for that person who has everything (or likes to shop for herself), this gift will save you time and still keep your status as a thoughtful gift-giver.

In another portion of the show floor, a more humble operation dedicated to the splendor of coffee takes place out of the back of a van.

When it comes to getting your home in tip-top shape for hosting parties this holiday season, or picking out the perfect gift for your favorite foodie, Dwell has you covered. From luxurious cheese knives to truly one-of-a-kind ice cream flavors, are sure to have you and your guests hungry for more.

With nary a necktie in sight, this year's gift guide for men offers something distinctive for every guy on your list, from the sartorialist to the grilling enthusiast to the classic car aficionado and the whisky lover. (We admit, there is a bowtie.)

Our 2012 picks for presents include unique and - we say - downright fun twists on classic gifts for her like jewelry and handbags.

This year, skip the relentless rows of big-name toy stores and check out Dwell's selection of fun holiday gifts for the mini modernists on your list. Even for the pickiest kid, these unique finds are bound to be the talk of the playground.

We know of a few Danish design icons: Hans Wegner wishbone chairs, Georg Jensen silver, Verner Panton pendant lighting... Now add Christiania cargo bikes to that list. Designed in 1984 in the hippie municipality inside Copenhagen, these bikes are now the transportation mode of choice for parents on the go. Christiania Boxcycle, $2,950 at Adeline Adeline.

"Haven Therapeutic Spa Gift Set," Megan Pszenitzki, University of Akron.

Uruku makeup packaging for Aveda.

Senegal Baskets by Eileen Fisher, $138 garnethill.com One of our favorite insider secrets is the home line that Eileen Fisher does for Garnet Hill. (Check out the bath towels, for one.) This set of three fair-trade baskets, made of natural cattails and strips of reclaimed plastic, were commissioned by Fisher and are handmade by the Wolof weavers of Senegal in partnership with the Peace Corps.

We end with Kuminuno from f-pzl , which we consider to be the soft Japanese cousin to David Weeks Studio’s CubeBot. Kuminuno is a set of 60 recycled felt pieces that can be folded together to create any number of creations: scarf, tissue box, robot.

Brooklyn studio The Principals re-designed the classic “double 6” domino set with men's retailer Billy Reid. Cast from concrete and completely rethought in terms of shape, weight, and numbering style. $70 from The Dwell Store.

Check out the guides for 2012 and 2013, and stay tuned from now through mid-December for more great gifts for 2014.

Every year, Dwell editors open their personal shopping lists to bring you themed gift guides. Check out the guides from 2012 and 2013, and stay tuned from now through mid-December for more great gifts.

We'll be curating guides to suit all your gifting needs from now until the holidays; check back for more selections from our editors over the next month! And for now, peruse selections for the Mini Modernist, Art Aficionado, Student, and Chef.

Wooden Tumbling Tower, $28 shopterrain.com Games: fun for the whole family. This hand-crafted one is made of eco-friendly Monkey Pod wood and, like Jenga, is based on a traditional building block game from Africa.

Milo & Mitzy Circle/Grid Blanket by Forestry, $218 stevenalan.com These pure wool throw blankets, made from New Zealand wool, are designed in by a native Aucklander based in the Netherlands with clean modern lines in a traditional material: sturdy, warm, and lightweight.

Spotted Rug in black, $69 someware.com Give some seriously laidback vibes with this 19.5"x3-" rug that was handwoven and dyed by artisans in Santander, Colombia. The accent carpet is made from fique, a plant fiber that, similar to agave sisal, is native to South America.

Light Object 001 in Black by Naama Hofman, $582.85 larcobaleno.com Naama Hofman—a Tel Aviv-based lighting designer we featured in Dwell's April 2012 issue—combines art and technology in this minimalist lamp. The bent metal rod is secured to an acrylic pipe that houses approximately 120 LEDS and can be placed tabletop in numerous positions or hung on the wall.

02 Optic Alarm Clock by Joe Colombo for Alessi, $84 store.dwell.com This sporty little battery-powered number works on a bedside table, or even on the road. Its curvy plastic case brings a dose of Italian industrial design to time-telling—for the true globetrotters, set it to Majorca time and start dreaming about your next vacation.

Sake Pitcher by Japanese Ceramics, $44 stillhousenyc.com From Maarten Baas to Jens Faber, we love a rough-hewn take on a traditional silhouette. This affordable, snowy white pitcher is made in Japan (in an area known for its mastery of porcelain) from high-fired ceramic with a glazed interior.

Liquid Body Flask by The Principals, $45 areaware.com Be ever-ready to hit the road with this designer-made, mirror-finish, six-ounce steel flask. Its unique manufacturing process lends it an inflated liquid look, not unlike a Mylar balloon or foil drink packet.

It’s no secret that macramé has come back with a vengeance in the United States, and it seems that Japan is happy to return to the 1970s as well, as glimpsed in the DeMode Furniture booth.

Tokyo, which is preparing for the 2020 Summer Olympics in earnest, is making a big play for increased international attention to the theme of Japanese hospitality. Much of the show floor held exhibitors displaying products that bridge traditional Japanese craft, technique, and product methodology with emerging technologies geared toward a more global consumer. Here we see a handcrafted porcelain rest for both Eastern and Western utensils designed by 224 Porcelain, presented by Go X Hachi Products.

Navy backpack by Mismo, $540 at stilleben.dk One of Copenhagen's reigning design shops, Stilleben, now offers online retail for its pitch-perfect array of tabletop pieces, art, and home goods. Danish brand Mismo doesn't come cheap, but it's built to last. We like the roll top, brass detailing, and leather straps.

For all of Dwell's editor-curated gift guides, check out our archive.

We'll be curating guides to suit all your gifting needs from now until the holidays; check back for more selections from our editors over the next month! And for now, peruse selections for the Art Aficionado, Student, and Chef.

Japanese Cast Iron Bear Bookends, $265 shop.nickeykehoe.com Los Angeles decorator Nicky Kehoe's shop is chock-full of international treasures, from African feather scupltures to Spanish wool throws to cast iron accessories from Japan, like these ursine bookends.

Porcelain is, of course, a material pillar in the history of Japanese design. Today’s modern maker is not only exploring new forms, but new user behaviors that exist outside its home market. Take for example the porcelain Vidro Cup pieces produced by Hasami. Its faceted shape and soft pastel palette clearly place the line for today’s modern buyer, but the process for sourcing and production is the same one that has been used for hundreds of years. Hasami is known for high-profile collaborations, including a recent line with U.S.-based House Industries. By expanding upon traditional uses for porcelain pieces, such as their Soba Choco line, small cups intended to hold dipping sauce for Soba noodles but now offered as receptacles for anything, Hasami is maintaining its cultural relevancy and respect for tradition while expanding its global audience and reach.

Diana: Neiman Marcus Fantasy Gifts Only 74 shopping days until Christmas, friends. If you're still looking for that special gift for the one who has it all, consider perusing the Neiman Marcus Christmasbook. It's chock full of giftables, like the $150,000 Falconry Companion (shown above). If the luxurious looks don't catch your eye, the aptly written product copy will capture your mind: "Years of apprenticeship and study are behind you. Your raptor is trained, and you have received the ultimate title of Master Falconer." (It remains to be seen if this was written by the inimitable J. Peterman, but we're looking into it.)

Games are never not a good idea. Plus, you can play them once the novelty of this year's Santa haul wears off. This dominoes set from American designers Fredericks and Mae are beautiful objects to boot. Moon Dominoes, $80 at The Primary Essentials.

We went shopping for stocking stuffers and scene-stealing gifts tailored to the entertainer in your life so you don't have to. Party on.