GAME CHANGER: AERIN re-imagines the classics

Aerin Lauder has re-designed classic games with luxe materials. They're as much fun as we remember... but prettier.

photos courtesy of AERIN

Sheltering at home, and in particular, game night, just got a little more attractive now that Aerin Lauder, a designer, tastemaker, working mom, and distinct voice in the world of home décor, has given old favorites like backgammon, chess, Jenga and more a modern makeover.

SHAGREEN TIC TAC TOE SET, $995

wood inlay base made from walnut and beechwood, with embossed cream shagreen pieces edged in brass

The founder of the luxury lifestyle brand AERIN, Lauder has taken the concept of beauty (which the Estée Lauder company, co-founded by Aerin's grandmother, is famous for) and translated it into everyday living. "Games have always been a focal point of entertaining at home and are an easy way to bring generations together," she says. The AERIN collection of luxury games includes timeless pieces - re-imagined in elegant materials such as burlwood and embossed shagreen - an elevated, modern-day sensibility. And even when playtime is over, they bring their A-game to your interiors by doubling as stunning coffee table accessories.

Aerin’s elegant, effortless aesthetic is a reflection of her unique upbringing. “Beauty is my heritage, but home and accessories are my passion," she says.

SHAGREEN CHESS SET, $3,250

presented in a suede-lined, brass-detailed chocolate shagreen box, with sculptural chess pieces cast in zinc

SHAGREEN CHECKERS SET, $1,995

chocolate and shagreen checker pieces edged in brass atop a checkerboard of exquisite woods

SHAGREEN BACKGAMMON SET, $2,750

brass-hinged shagreen box opens to an inlaid burlwood interior

SHAGREEN JENGA® SET, $1,100

54 beautifully balanced JENGA® blocks crafted from beech wood and stored in a shagreen box with brass detailing

SHAGREEN FRENCH SOLITAIRE SET, $2,750

stylish version of the single player game, including a circular board crafted from Italian ashwood in Italy and 33 brass balls

SHAGREEN MAHJONG SET, $1,250

144 vibrant white melamine engraved tiles that include Arabic numerals to help familiarize players with the Chinese characters and symbols, presented in a luxurious cream shagreen box lined with suede and trimmed with brass hardware

SHAGREEN POKER SET, $2,500

stylish 300-chip set, with two decks of playing cards and an embossed dealer button, all stored neatly in partitioned columns and contained in a chocolate shagreen box

ENZO TRAVEL DOMINO SET, $375

set of Double Six dominoes with brass spinners in a zippered case crafted in tan Italian croc-embossed leather

The above are some highlights from the collection, and select items offer additional material and finish options. The moment you make your move and purchase one of these glam pieces for your home, it's game on!

For additional games, more details or to purchase, visit: aerin.com