Brand Spotlight: Check These Out
Shoppe Object plays host to the most compelling representation of the home and gift market — from industry icons to niche makers. While impossible to choose favorites, each week we introduce you to brands you need to know now. Let this serve as a guide on your never-ending but ever-fruitful quest for the beautiful, the inspired, the innovative and the well-made.
GILES AND BROTHER
Giles & Brother is the collaboration of brother-sister duo Philip and Courtney “Giles” Crangi. A jewelry and accessories design house with a strong point of view and a foundation in American craftsmanship, Giles & Brother offers a smart, pared-down perspective on fashion jewelry. They believe that a piece becomes more beautiful when it reveals the hand that made it, and their signature brass and silver oxide finishes maintain a rough-hewn quality that imbues cuffs, wraps, rings and necklaces with their own heritage. Their signature collections embody the American pioneering spirit and have been changing the conversation about fashion jewelry since 2001.
MAKANA
Inspired by lush coastlines, island blooms, and magical woods, Makana is an indie, eco-conscious brand of home fragrance products handmade in small batches with clean, minimal ingredients. All Makana products are poured in their studio located in Laguna Hills, CA. Named after the Hawaiian word for “gift,” Makana believes in slowing down, unplugging, and recognizing the beauty in the present moment. They are woman-founded, wife-and-husband owned, advocates for humane and environmental causes, and dedicated to balance, harmony, and respect for the land and sea.
GINA DESANTIS CERAMICS
Gina DeSantis Ceramics strives to create well crafted dinnerware for your home and restaurant. After completing her MFA in ceramics from Kent State University in 2006, Gina went on to become a visual merchandiser in home furnishings while continuing to teach ceramics part time. In 2013 she opened her classroom space in Lakewood, Ohio and since its conception, it has become the premier clay classroom in the Cleveland area. Gina's work has been featured Ceramics Monthly, Anthropologie, McGee & Co., Better Homes & Gardens, Midwest Living, Uncommon Goods, Edible Cleveland and Cleveland Magazine.
FRERES BRANCHIAUX CANDLE CO.
Collin, Ryan, and Austin Gill of Frères Branchiaux Candle Company are brothers all under the age of 16. Their award-winning company, also known as FB Candle Co., creates beautifully scented vegan candles with a conscience for those who care about community and giving back. They have designed a line of vegan and eco-friendly candles can make anywhere feel like home, and they also donate 10% of their profits to homeless shelters nationwide. They decided to launch their business to build generational wealth, provide local employment opportunities, and support the community through philanthropy. Whether it is an escape to a time gone past or a quiet moment to reflect on your future, take FB Candle Co. with you on the journey.
MATCH
Founded in 1995 by designer David Reiss, MATCH was the first to introduce Italian pewter to America. Using ancient methods, artisans in the north of Italy fashion simple materials into timeless, functional objects of warmth, strength, and beauty. Each piece is made with an alloy that is food safe, lead-free, FDA-approved and requires little or no care.
CHAI BOX
For TheChaiBox founder Monica Sunny, Chai is more than just a drink—it is a part of her culture, heritage, and family rituals. Her passion for Chai, her mother’s recipes, and generations of tradition from different regions in India have inspired blends with robust aroma and beautiful colors. With spices grown and handpicked from plantations in Kerala, India by farmers who take pride in their work, TheChaiBox blends contain no pesticides or artificial flavors and represent the best nature has to offer.
