I am looking for the very best desk accessories ie. paper clip holer
and business card holer.  Please let me know the best brands and
possibly where to buy.  If you could possibly tell me what kind of
desk accessories Donald Trump or other very rich people use.

Hello -

Thank you for your question.  

I spoke with Luxury Living Magazine, a publication that's devoted to
"showcasing the elegance and affluence of the much-desired luxury
lifestyle with ... articles on the most extravagant residences,
private developments and sought-after second-home communities. From
lavish ski chalets to opulent seaside mansions and contemporary condos
to the stunning estates Hollywood hotshots call home, Luxury Living
guides readers to the ultimate places to live and play."

The magazine has also written articles on desk accessories from
several high end manufacturers.  Some of these manufacturers only make
certain types of accessories, so you might have to shop with more than
one to get all the products you're looking for.  In addition, some
companies' products might only be available through boutiques or
authorized resellers, and not every product may be listed on their
website.  Information on where to by is available through the links
I've provided.


Monteblanc (Click on Variety, then Products, then Desk Accessories)
(stores can be found by clicking on Variety, then Boutiques)
http://www.montblanc.com/

Cartier (store featured on Rodeo Drive in Beverly Hills)
1-800-CARTIER (or click on Where to Find Cartier in the upper right corner)
http://www.cartier.com/us/index.html

Dunhill
http://www.dunhill.com/store/index.php

Herman Miller
http://www.hermanmiller.com/CDA/SSA/Locator/1,1824,a10-c498,00.html

Ghurka (order online; check various categories on left)
http://www.ghurka.com

Porsche Design
http://www.porsche-design.com/ShopFinder.PorscheDesign?flash=1&segmentid=35060&groupid=35002



If you need any additional information, please don't hesitate to ask.

Thank you,

jbf777



Keyword Search Strategy:

 luxury magazine
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Additional Links:

 Additional luxury desk accessories can be found here:
 http://www.luxurygoods4u.com/products/products.asp?catID=85

 And here:
 http://www.ilavish.com/index.php?cPath=4_33

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Request for Answer Clarification by rsickel-ga on 18 Feb 2005 18:52 PST

Thanks for looking.  The info you gave me didn't help though.  I
researched before I tried this.  I already know Montblanc and Dunhill.
 Unfortunately they don't really have desk "accessories".  Montblanc
is a pen store and Dunhill is good for cuff links.  I'm surprised you
didn't mention S.T. Dupont and Crane's for pens and paper.  I'm
looking for special stuff.  Accessories really made with great quality
and look classic too.  Dig deeper.  Find me something special.

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Clarification of Answer by jbf777-ga on 19 Feb 2005 12:09 PST

Thanks for the additional clarification.  I will continue to look and
get back to you by close of business Monday.

Thank you,

jbf777

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Clarification of Answer by jbf777-ga on 21 Feb 2005 08:53 PST

Hello -

I have found two sites that represent the highest quality desk
accessories available.  I spoke to a representative at the first site,
"The Elegant Office," and he informed me that their products have been
featured in the Robert Dinero movie "Hide and Seek."  After the
shooting, Mr. Dinero requested to keep the desk set.  TV host Jay Leno
has purchased products from here, as well as actress Katie Couric, the
King of Muraco, the Embassy of Brazil, and the Embassy of Qatar.  The
Elegant Office manufactures dozens of desk accessories made from the
absolute highest quality materials:

The Elegant Office - 800-831-6042
http://www.theelegantoffice.com

Look under the pull-down menu "Departments" to see whole desk sets or
individual accessories.

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The Elegant Office only cites one competitor, manufacturer
"LeatherTree" (who likewise cites Elegant Office).  The following link
will take you to their desk accessories:

LeatherTree - 800.792.7002
http://www.leathertree.com/shopproducts.asp?page=1&sort=decprice&categoryid=29&categoryname=Desk+sets+leather+

You can further browse their site using the menu on the left. 

LeatherTree has informed me that they also sell to several
celebrities, among them are:

Sheryl Crow (musician)
Venus Williams (tennis player)
Ziggy Marley (actor)
Wilmer Valderrama (actor)
Zydrunas Ilgauskas (NBA star)

Their products were also featured in the movie Lemony Snicket with Jim
Carrey.  They're also in use by large Fortune 100 corporations.

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If you require any clarification, please don't hesitate to ask.

Thank you,

jbf777

jbf777 found what I was looking for.  He did a very good job.  The
question did need clarification, but after that everything was
satisfactory.