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The MELIA Journal
The Art of Hosting: How Timeless Games Bring Pe...
Great evenings are made of good company, timeless games and moments worth sharing. Explore how chess, backgammon, playing cards and classic board games bring people together — from elegant living...
The Art of Hosting: How Timeless Games Bring Pe...
Great evenings are made of good company, timeless games and moments worth sharing. Explore how chess, backgammon, playing cards and classic board games bring people together — from elegant living...
The Art of Leisure: What Luxury Games and Cigar...
Luxury games and handcrafted leather accessories may seem like different worlds. Discover what connects them through craftsmanship, ritual, travel and timeless design.
The Art of Leisure: What Luxury Games and Cigar...
Luxury games and handcrafted leather accessories may seem like different worlds. Discover what connects them through craftsmanship, ritual, travel and timeless design.
How to Play Nine Men's Morris: Rules, Strategy ...
Learn how to play Nine Men's Morris with our complete guide to the rules, mills, movement and simple strategy — and discover why this timeless board game continues to be...
How to Play Nine Men's Morris: Rules, Strategy ...
Learn how to play Nine Men's Morris with our complete guide to the rules, mills, movement and simple strategy — and discover why this timeless board game continues to be...
How to Choose the Perfect RPG Dice Set: A Guide...
From material and weight to readability and rolling surface, the right dice can change the feel of every roll. Discover what to consider when choosing an RPG dice set for...
How to Choose the Perfect RPG Dice Set: A Guide...
From material and weight to readability and rolling surface, the right dice can change the feel of every roll. Discover what to consider when choosing an RPG dice set for...
Why Leather Games Make Exceptional Luxury Gifts
Discover how to choose a luxury game that becomes more than a gift. From handcrafted leather chess and backgammon to playing card sets, travel games and personalised editions, explore timeless...
Why Leather Games Make Exceptional Luxury Gifts
Discover how to choose a luxury game that becomes more than a gift. From handcrafted leather chess and backgammon to playing card sets, travel games and personalised editions, explore timeless...
The Complete Guide to Choosing a Luxury Playing...
Discover what makes a luxury playing card set worth keeping — from full-grain leather and craftsmanship to card quality, thoughtful organisation and travel-ready design.
The Complete Guide to Choosing a Luxury Playing...
Discover what makes a luxury playing card set worth keeping — from full-grain leather and craftsmanship to card quality, thoughtful organisation and travel-ready design.
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TRAVEL
Read articleThe Future of Travel Chess
Born from a real challenge aboard boats and on uneven surfaces, MELIA’s magnetic chess concept was developed to keep every piece securely in place... -
CRAFTSMANSHIP
Read articleWhy Leather Backgammon Sets Are Made to Last
Discover why genuine leather, European craftsmanship and thoughtful construction make a luxury backgammon set an object designed to last for generations....
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DESIGN
Read articleWhy Leather Never Goes Out of Style
Discover why handcrafted leather chess sets remain timeless luxury objects. Learn about premium leather, traditional craftsmanship, elegant design...
Discover the World of MELIA
From iconic travel chess and backgammon to refined playing cards and bespoke creations for collectors, luxury retailers and leading international brands.
Discover the World of CROWN & TIGER
Handcrafted cigar accessories combining genuine leather, considered functionality and understated design.
