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Games: Already Winning
ALREADY WINNING
These elevated updates of classic games score big when it comes to style.
BY SARA SMOLA
< Mega Jumbling Tower, Sunnylife
Ideal for the outdoors, this hand-dyed, mega, Jengainspired set is a knockout at parties or game nights. $110; sunnylife.com
“El Rumi” Rummy Tile Game, Luxe Dominoes
Designed to be both displayed and played, this modern take on the traditional tile game you grew up playing with grandma is made with recyclable materials and comes in several bold and vibrant neon hues. $225; luxedominoes.com
Four-In-A-Row, Edie Parker
Accessories and lifestyle label Edie Parker blends its signature whimsical style with sophisticated elements—the perfect “connection” between fun and fashion. $1,495; edie-parker.com
< Noughts and Crosses Set, Bamford London
This elevated British version of tic-tac-toe takes a childhood favorite and turns it into a sculptural display piece. $400; mrporter.com
Mexican Train Hub Box, Alexandra Von Furstenberg
An eye for design is a family affair. The former daughterin-law of fashion designer Diane Von Furstenberg adds her own innovative, luxurious spin to this game with neon acrylic additions. $475; alexandravonfurstenberg.com
> Texas Hold’em Poker Gift Set, Scully & Scully
Handmade in Italy from fine leather, this poker set contains everything you need to play Texas Hold’em—including a sleek display case. $1,150; scullyandscully.com
Backgammon, Alexandra Llewellyn
Handcrafted by artisans in the UK, designer Alexandra Llewellyn’s stunning backgammon boards are almost too pretty to play on. The coveted, gallery-worthy boards are recreated in wood marquetry or digitally reproduced on leather. From $1,700; alexandrallewellyn.com
< Power Lunch Puzzle, Piecework
As fun to look at as it is to put together, female-founded Piecework’s eye-catching puzzle is worthy of display on your walls. Made with extrathick, 100% recycled paper for a luxe look and feel. $36; pieceworkpuzzles.com
Virtual: Fun Fact App, Monty Media
Can’t play in person? Developed by tech entrepreneur Tamara Odinec, this multiplayer personal trivia app makes a game out of any get-together, live or remote, from family dinners to Zoom meet-ups. Available for download in the Apple App Store. Free; funfactgame.com