Don’t just fit in. Stand out with these 5 classic lifestyle brands.

Looking to host a party with your collection and be the talk of the concours lawn? Check out these five brands and what they have to offer.

Crash Jewelry: Beautiful creations from an unlikely source

This brand is for my fellow women who love not just cars but also accessorizing. Crash Jewelry was created with motoring enthusiasts in mind, and the pieces pay homage to the vehicles they came from. When you purchase a piece of Crash Jewelry, it comes with an official registration card with all the vehicle information and even a Crash Jewelry VIN. Don’t worry, gentleman, Crash has some dapper items for you, too.

Some of my favorite pieces? This beautifully sanded, polished and shaped Octopus cuff from a Mercedes-Benz G550 is sure to be a talking point. For the gentleman, offered for $140, is a thin and sleek Scaglietti 612 cuff that features similar details for that perfect subtle pop of style. Both pieces are sure to draw attention.

 

IWC: Engineering beyond time

Fancy yourself something unique, functional and from a premium nameplate?

Founded more than 150 years ago by the American watchmaker and engineer Florentine Ariosto Jones, IWC Schaffhausen ticks all the boxes and more. What began as a bold vision has now become an industrialized, centralized watch production, with a focus on pieces made to last.

That long-term approach is reflected through the manufacturing process, robust and reliable chronographs, mechanically programmed calendars and advanced materials.

My watch of choice? The elegant, simple but bold Portofino Complete Calendar. Sporting a silver-plated dial and blue calfskin strap, the Portofino features a night sky peekaboo-style calendar. Overall, it’s perfect for a concours during the day and making time for all your guests that night.

 

Lyn Hiner Studios: Automotive fine art to your walls

Not only does Lyn Hiner Studios carry coastal and seasonal pieces, but it also offers exceptional automotive paintings and prints. A brilliant balance of abstract work and color within each piece is sure to bring a vibrant blend into your home, office or garage–all while keeping the conversation going.

My personal favorite piece lives within the Petrol collection and is titled Samantha: Shelby Cobra - She’s Supercharged. While subtle in terms of angle and overall composition, the painting is vibrant in all the right ways and is sure to catch the eye of any car lover.

 

Amalgam Collection: Create a stunning collection away from your garage

How about showcasing a car collection right in your living room? Don’t worry about space, as these cars stand as small as 10 inches long.

Meticulously designed to mirror the originals, Amalgam models are nearly indistinguishable from real vehicles in photographs. Look at the company’s website and you may think it’s selling the real deal.

With pieces ranging from $1300 to upward of $38,000, Amalgam covers a wide range of high-end collector cars like Porsches and Ferraris. Can’t find that one car in your collection you want immortalized forever? Well, Amalgam can make it happen with unique commissions built to 1:8 scale or larger.

One of my personal favorites in its repertoire? The Daytona-winning Porsche 917K sporting the iconic Gulf Livery.

 

The Macallan: Enjoy company with this rich spirit

Sit back, relax and pour a drink with friends while discussing your collection favorites. Founded in 1824, The Macallan stands as one of the first distillers in Scotland to be legally licensed. Since then, the company has built a reputation as one of the world’s leading single-malt whisky makers. Whether you’re an experienced malt drinker or looking to start, The Macallan sets just the right pace for a long, easy night of cars, laughs, stories and friends. 

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