Viva Lucha!!!

Lucha Libre Mask-$6.95

Jess here! I’ll be taking over the blog for a bit while Annie focuses on a bigger project (stay tuned). The minute we saw these Lucha Libre Wrestling Masks we had to have them. Personally I’m a fan of any sport that places such a strong emphasis on costumes. If basketball players would glam it up a bit I might take more interest. The traditional luchador masks are more than just a fun accessory though, they have historical and cultural significance as well. Masks in general are an important part of the history of Mexico, tracing back to the Aztec people. In Mexican Wrestling the mask is sacred; many luchadores wear them at all times in public to hide their true identity. Some matches even result in an unmasking, the ultimate loss for a luchador. Why not live the dream with a mask of your own?! And don’t forget our packs of 12 Lucha Libre Dolls….

Lucha Libre Dolls-Pack of 12-$13.95

Father’s Day Gift Ideas Galore…

Are you on the shop’s mailing list? Hope so! If you are then you know that we sent out an email today with some clever (if I do say so myself, since I picked them all!) Father’s Day gift ideas. I also set up a new section on the site for FATHER’S DAY GIFTS, so check it out! We have tons of cool ideas in store and online so come in soon and order early for the best selection and timely delivery (including the History Ruler, above).

We also got a few shout-outs in the New York Magazine’s Shop-a-Matic (wahoooo!!) for Father’s Day gifts– very exciting! Some highlights-

Great Drinker Shot Glasses, $15.50

Natural Bristle Shaving Brush, $12 (pair it with Musgo Real Shaving Cream $11.50)

Lucha Libre Wrestling Dolls (c’mon, these make EVERYONE smile! that funny glued on yellow hair? hilarious), $12.95. And MUCH MORE!

Lucha Libre Madness—

It’s Lucha Libre Madness time at the shop!! I am obsessed with those crazy Mexican Wrestlers. My Aunt and Uncle used to watch it back in the day. We got some VERY FUNNY Lucha Libre Wrestling dolls in, complete with capes and masks- HILARIOUS. Have your very own throw down with these fun dolls. Twelve characters, 4″ each. $12.95.

And then to top off the fun, pair it off with Lucha Libre: The Man in the Silver Mask, A Bilingual Cuento. Fun, bilingual book about a first trip to see the crazy masks and wild costumes at a Lucha Libre match. Wonderful illustrations along with this fun story, $17.95. p.s. I asked Christopher to take some pics of the Lucha Libre Wrestlers, see what he came up with  (I think he had a little fun with them, eh?)–