Art of Play Luxury Deck Bundle
This bundle includes six luxury decks of playing cards, each with unique designs and high-quality card stock. Art of Play is known for their attention to detail and curation of the finest playing cards from around the world. The bundles are perfect for cardistry enthusiasts who love to practice and perform tricks with different decks, and the intricate designs of each deck make them great for collectors as well. The bundle is priced at $75.
Theory11 Monarch Playing Cards
These playing cards are held in very high regard in the cardistry community for their elegant design and high quality. Theory11 collaborated with the world's leading playing card manufacturer to ensure the highest quality of production. Monarch Playing Cards feature gold foil accents, embossed typography, and a rich, black-and-gold colorway. At $10 per deck, they are an affordable luxury.
Dan and Dave Smoke and Mirrors Playing Cards
The Smoke and Mirrors Playing Cards are a collaboration between luxury playing card company Dan and Dave and illustrator Si Scott. These decks feature intricate, hand-drawn designs on the faces and backs of the cards, and come in a sleek, minimalist black tuck case. The Smoke and Mirrors decks have won critical acclaim and are beloved by cardistry enthusiasts and collectors alike. They retail for $15.
Virtuoso FW17 Cardistry Deck
The Virtuoso FW17 Cardistry Deck is the 17th iteration in the Virtuoso line, created specifically for cardistry enthusiasts by cardistry experts. The striking black-and-white design was inspired by nature and features thin white lines in intricate patterns against a black background. The cards are printed on a premium, casino-grade stock for maximum durability and handling. The Virtuoso FW17 Deck sells for $20.
Fontaine Playing Cards
Fontaine Playing Cards are a favorite of high-profile cardists and magicians like David Blaine and Chris Ramsay. The designs are minimalist but bold, with bright colors and simple shapes. Fontaine has become a cult favorite in the cardistry community due to their unique approach to deck design and limited edition runs. Most Fontaine decks retail for around $15.
Similar interests and resources
Cardistry enthusiasts are often also interested in magic, skateboarding, and streetwear. The creativity and dexterity required for cardistry translates well into these other hobbies as well. Other resources that can help cardistry enthusiasts improve their craft include YouTube videos, online forums such as Reddit's r/cardistry, and instructional DVDs by expert cardists like Dan and Dave.