Kelsey: AnOther Kind of Selfie While the awkwardly angled, lips-pursed cell phone "selfie" may be a strictly 21st century iteration of the self-portrait genre, it's worth noting that even famous people—and professional photographers—have engaged in the practice from time to time. AnOther magazine has rounded up a few such gems, from a Roloflex family snapshot by Jackie Kennedy with her husband and sister-in-law to Cecil Beaton's selfie with Mick Jagger, on set in 1968.

The seasonal change probably means more inside time, and we think there’s no better way to pass the time than to play a classic game with family members and friends. This chess set came out of a lifelong friendship with chess enthusiast friends Marcel Duchamp and Man Ray. Man Ray creates this distinctive chess set in 1920, offering a personal interpretation of each character on the chess board: an Egyptian pyramid for the King, a medieval headdress for the Queen, a flask for the Bishop and the carved scroll of a violin for the Knight.

A lifelong friendship with fellow chess enthusiast Marcel Duchamp inspired Man Ray to create his unique chess set in 1920. In his set, Man Ray offers a personal interpretation of each character on the chess board: an Egyptian pyramid for the King, a medieval headdress for the Queen, a flask for the Bishop and the carved scroll of a violin for the Knight. Each beech wood character is rendered in sculptural, geometric forms. $590 at Dwell Store.

An Alvar Aalto table is surrounded by a quartet of the designer’s Chair 65.

Martin Buser sharing a quiet moment with his three comrades.

Bill Thompson sits on his deck.

Flaunt your seriousness at work with the Concrete desk set by Magnus Pettersen. $600

The streetside facade, dominated by site-poured concrete, contains the garage, from which Jacobson and Dukes escape for a quick surf.

In the master bathroom, the couple traded an outdated tile tub for the BOV 02 from Wetstyle and added fixtures, towel bars, and hooks from Vola. The hallway, which retains its original black granite floor, leads past paneled walls to a deck.

Manning House by Jack Manning (1960)

Inside, white paint lightens up the middle of the building. A vintage Danish dining set and Cloud pendants by Frank Gehry for Vitra define the dining area.

The whimisical and sturdy Walnut Chess Piece stools by Anna Karlin.

These gold plated steel cheese knives from Anthropologie will add a modern Midas touch to any cheese board.

This cheese set from the Monaco collection includes four mini knives: a Parmesan cheese knife, spreading knife, cheese knife and a cheesy knife. All of the knives are high-quality stainless steel, and designed to serve all types of cheese, from soft spreadable to very hard. Sleek, modern, and all around classy.

The three leveled Caddy Set in light grey.

Eames House Blocks via House Industries $150.00 Take a tour of your own through the Eames House (also known as Case Study House No. 8) with this basswood block puzzle, which pays tribute to the iconographic midcentury landmark.

Cup Set by Yield, $42 at yielddesign.co Fastened together with a handmade leather strap, this set of two stainless steel cups is a smart, reusable choice for picnics and dining alfresco.

"Bonnie," set of 16 bracelets.

Charles and Ray Eames were true collaborators.

In the living room, a Lake credenza by BDDW is topped with a Bauhaus chess set and a portrait of Ernest Hemingway by the artist Yuriy Rudnev.

Epic Sail To reduce heat load and provide shade, DeSalvo initially tracked down a sail system from Sun Shade Australia. But the $6,000 price tag had the architect and contractor designing their own version out of Mermet solar screen fabric. It was fabricated by Covers Unlimited for $1,800. coversunlimitedinc.com

Shopping Mall Fruit Basket, a painting by Peter B. Hastings, shares space with a special-edition Royal Copenhagen tea set and a photograph by Tokyo-based artist Keith Ng.

Our man on the hunt for mica.

For the modern Don Draper on your list, pick up this whisky stone set by Teroforma. Made from soapstone in Vermont, these beverage cubes add a proper chill to your spirits, as soapstone’s incredible natural properties allow for one cool dram without the dilution of ice. For maximum cooling, the stones are also available in a larger size. ($20-$22)

For the desktop itself, there's the Merge Concrete Desk Set (from $48 to $178 for the entire set). Made from stainless steel and concrete, these coloful designs unite function with a fun take on form.

The Bare Bones Domino Set is cast from concrete, giving the classic game a fabricated enhancement. Completely rethought from traditional dominoes, this grainy set features an angled shape, subtle numbering system, and a weightiness that gives the dominoes an undeniably substantial quality.

Serving set by Mazama Wares, $210 The midnight-blue speckle of this hand-thrown ceramic bottle and quartet of tumblers is a celestial sight to behold. Also available in ash (black), glass (green), and cloud (gray).

The Aluminum Rail with Hooks Set is the solution to overcrowded bathrooms and interiors. The rail includes four or five slide-on hooks to hold any item, from loofahs and washcloths in the shower, to make-up bags, towels, and more. It can also be used outside of the bathroom in an entryway, bedroom closet, or on the back of the door.

RIEDEL SOMMELIERS TASTERS SET $695.60 For the sommelier wanna-be in all of us, the Riedel Sommeliers Tasters Set ensures that you always have the right glass at hand whether it's a rich Bordeaux or a fresh Chenin Blanc.

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).

Metallic Print Glassware Set Give your old fashioned a modern upgrade and a festive silver or gold splash with this Metallic Print Glassware set featuring four distinct designs. Available with either silver or gold detailing, they complement any style bar.

Three Stars Chalk Set via Anthropologie $78.00 Doodle away with this multi-color chalk set!

Alessi MU Serving Set A compliment to the MU Flatware Place Setting or beautiful on it's own, this serving set is created by award-winning Japanese architect and designer Toyo Ito, and draws on the tactile sensation of chopsticks. Its sleek, linear lines are softened with an organic quality inspired by plants. The result is an elegant harmony.

Serax Copper Chemistry Set, from $22 Sold individually, these copper-wrapped cups and carafe look great as a set.