While it may look standard to the naked eye, this Weather Forecasting Umbrella is anything but standard. The hilt of this umbrella packs a built-in radio receiver that operates on a proprietary wireless network (so it won’t conflict with your iPhone). On the base of the handle is a blue light that illuminates when ugly weather approaches. So next time you walk out your door, if you see this baby flashing, bring it to work!

Buy for $139.95.

Okay, anyone who grew up in the lego generation has a little bit of geek in them. I never thought I’d be buying legos again until I buy them for my kids, but alas, I just spent $8 for the coolest ice cube tray I’ve ever seen. Buy for $7.99.
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In part two of our how-to guide to looking great while you get smashed, we focus on those vital accessories: drinkware! In the same way that a wine lover would never pour Dom Perignon into a Simpson’s coffee mug, you should always never settle for second-best for your own drinking pleasure:

Tristan Highball Glasses

For mixed drinks, the highball glass is a tradition. Sure, you could stick an umbrella in there, but why would you want to? Serious drinkers like the way a highball glass puts that strong cocktail right into the back of your throat. You’re going to want more than just one. Buy for $31.99.

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Impress your friends, create miracles with the Holy Toast Bread Stamp. Just press the stamp to a piece of bread before toasting, and voila- you’ve got an apparition to sell to GoldenPalace.com…

Buy for $3.49.

In spite of its relative youth, Blu Dot’s Chicago 8 Shelf has become a classic in its own right. While the Chicago Shelving is a recent design, it is held with the same esteem as works by classic designers like Eames, Breuer and Van Der Rohe. In short, this will likely be a museum piece in decades to come. If you’re looking for modern shelving, you’ve found it. Blu Dot’s Chicago Shelf is not just a beautiful modern design piece, its also an investment in artistry.

Buy for $1799.00

Just because you’re strapped for soil or tight on time doesn’t mean you can’t exercise your green thumb. The Kitchen Counter Herb Garden from Hammacher Schlemmer saves time and agricultural real estate by bringing the garden right to your countertop. Keep fresh basil, oregano, thyme and mint within arms reach. For those of you who shy away from all things culinary, this indoor herb garden is perfect for the mint in your mojitos.

Buy for $149.95.

This might just be the perfect laptop accessory. This USB VOIP/SKYPE flip phone is also a 3 button mouse. Need to make a business call from your hotel room? No problem, keep your cell phone in your pants. And leave your touchpad alone on your laptop, you’ve got a three button mouse as well. Now if only you could use the mouse while you’re talking on the phone… The image we have in our head thinking about that is priceless!

Buy for $19.50. Yes, $19.50.

Unlike most “novelty grade” blood alcohol testers on the market, AlcoHAWK provides a level of accuracy that would impress even Johnny Law himself. The AlcoHAWK system meets Department of Transportation standards to ensure that when this thing reads “.08″, Officer Ruinyerday’s tester won’t read “.10″. We suggest that you never, EVER drink and drive, but if the DD has one drink, he’ll know when he’s ready to roll.

Buy for $91.95.