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The Story of Stackers

How a London-based clock manufacturer took the jewelry storage organization world by storm

by Brad
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Over the last few years, one of our most satisfying vendor partnerships has been with LC Designs, the creator of our Stackers Premium Jewelry Boxes. Ever since we first found their products at a trade show in 2013 we were hooked, and we've enjoyed collaborating with them on dozens of new and exciting designs. From the jewelry storage to hampers and bedside organizers and travel cases and bags, their creativity has resulted in amazing products that are useful all over our customers' homes.

The London Clock Co. Mini Desk Clock is an attractive addition to any workspace or bedside table.

LC Designs began life as The London Clock Company, which was founded (yep, you guessed it--in London) in 1922. Though they still continue to pursue their horological handiwork with a variety of beautiful timepieces, after almost a century in business they've successfully branched out into other areas. They initially expanded their original product line to include a selection of gift items and housewares, which later lead to them designing and manufacturing jewelry storage boxes--first for costume jewelry, then for fine jewelry and accessories. By the year 2000 they changed their name to LC Designs to reflect their ever-growing assortment of products; in addition to London Clocks and Stackers, the LC Designs umbrella also includes brands such as Dulwich, Jacob Jones, and Button It.

When we first encountered their Stackers products at the aforementioned trade show, we were instantly impressed with both their beautiful craftsmanship and modular flexibility, and we just HAD to add them to our jewelry storage collection. We began by selling the Mini, Classic, and Supersize Stackers, and based on their popularity we added even more colors and styles.

The Stackers Taupe Classic Premium Stackable Jewelry Box features trays for rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces, watches, and more.

There are several qualities that make Stackers so special, and the first is the attractive exterior, made from cruelty-free vegan leather and MDF. (We also offer a chic white glass version.) While they work great in a closet, they're certainly pretty enough that you'll want to leave them out for display.

The gorgeous and classy White Glass Stackers Jewelry Box.

On the inside, the interiors of the trays and drawers feature a plush velvet lining designed to comfortably protect everything from the wristwatch you wear every day to your finest jewelry reserved for special occasions. Whether it's a simple charm bracelet or grandma's heirloom brooch, you can rest assured that Stackers is keeping it safe and secure.

The Stackers Black Classic Lidded Eyewear Storage Box keeps your glasses not only organized, but dust-free and well-protected.

But perhaps best of all is the clever modular design--a quality that works for jewelry collections large or small. The trays and drawers stack securely and can be customized according to your exact needs, giving you a solution as unique as your individual style. No one-size-fits-all systems here!

The Stackers Dusky Blue Mini Premium Stackable Jewelry Box is perfect for dorms, apartments, or other areas with smaller counter space.

If you prefer to keep a clear countertop, Stackers are also great for dresser drawers. (Some are even expandable to fit drawers of different sizes!)

But the LC Designs team wasn't content to keep Stackers in the closet and bedroom--they wanted to venture outside! This began with the introduction of their travel cases for jewelry and makeup. They feature all the great qualities of full-size Stackers--attractiveness, security, etc.--but in a tinier, more portable package.

The Stackers Black Travel Jewelry Case is the ideal jewelry storage solution for short trips and getaways.

LC Designs also got the kids involved by rolling out a collection of ridiculously adorable hampers and bedside caddies shaped like sharks, bears, dinosaurs, unicorns, kitties, happy cacti, and more. Seriously, they're ADORABLE--just take a look:

See? We told you so.

Our newest Stackers products are also travel-oriented, but even more ambitious. The immensely-talented LC Designs team really pulled out all the stops this time, creating stylish and functional toiletry bags, laptop cases, backpacks, and weekender bags. These beautiful bags keep your clothing organized and are guaranteed to turn heads in any airport.

The Stackers Taupe Weekender Garment Bag features a full-length garment bag and plenty of pockets and space for folded clothes, shoes, and accessories.

The new Stackers Black Laptop Backpack (left) and Black Hanging Toiletry Bag.

The Stackers Taupe Ultimate Laptop Bag has a padded, adjustable shoulder strap that can also convert it into a backpack!

After seven years and over 120 products, our professional relationship with LC Designs is better than ever. In fact, just last year they decided that The Container Store would be the EXCLUSIVE Stackers retailer in the United States! "Our collaboration has been exceptional," says Alan Pestell, Joint Managing Director of LC Designs. "When we create new products, The Container Store is always the first place we think of."

For us, of course, the feeling is mutual. "LC Designs is amazing, and they genuinely have our best interests at heart," says John Gehre, The Container Store's Chief Merchandising Officer. Jimmy Seifert, our Closet Buyer, agrees: "Alan is fantastic, and he's always thinking about the next step in our partnership." Whatever comes next, so we're so proud to have LC Designs along with us for the ride!

(You can shop our entire selection of Stackers Premium Jewelry Storage products here.)