Whether you are a professional-level home chef or just someone who likes to mess around in the kitchen, a proper knife is absolutely essential. In this post we will show you knives that are not just amazing for slicing, dicing, and julienne-ing but that look incredible while doing it. A great knife is the best way prepare food quickly and safely and its well worth the investment.
These nesting knives with hollow centers make storage easy while also offering sharp edges and comfortable handling.
These sleek black knives from France's TB Groupe have laser-sculpted handles and extra sharp stainless steel blades. And they need sharpening only once every 25 years.
This set sports a neat pattern that adds to its appeal. Also available in red, blue and white.
These chroma knives from F.A. Porsche are made from pure 301 steel. The single piece design makes for extra easy handling.
You'll never ruin your cheese with these slick knives from designer Henri Mazelier.
There is nothing wrong with a little whimsy in the kitchen and this knife set definitely does the trick.
The Concavo knife set is an eight piece one which is functional, curvy and pleasing on the eyes.
This design combines the chopping power of steel with the simple and beautiful color of a wood body.
Another humorous option - get your chopping done and your frustrations out with "The Ex" Five Piece Knife Set.
You get substance and whole lot of style with these knives from design-conscious retailer West Elm.
The balancing act these knives perform proves that they handle well.
While certainly not the cheapest option, this set of Japanese knives may be among the prettiest.
Just as much artwork as kitchen accessory, these gorgeous cheese knives are sure to be a hit at any party.
This perfectly balanced option comes from designer Eric Berthes and it's a thing of beauty.
By popping this knife into a transparent storage block you get to display its beauty even when you're not using it.
This kitchen knife is just a designer's concept at the moment, but what a beautiful concept it is.
Another concept, this one comes from designer Neil Davidson. The intricate handles here are particularly gorgeous.
These wooden knives are handmade in Japan and the amazing craftsmanship definitely shines through.
The idea behind these amazing concept knives is that a great knife should be able to do more than slice and chop.
Another multi-purpose knife concept designed for F.O.R., this one lets you safely scoop up whatever you chop.
In another scooping option, the round handle might not be ideal for a lot of heavy chopping.
Matching hollow blade knives and forks make up this concept from designer Jeff Pinard.
The concept behind these Neolithic Knives is that we can cut more efficiently if we take a step back from modern technologies.
This minimalist concept from Robert Larsson offers a convex silhouette and contrasting shaft.
These concept kitchen knives were inspired by the story of the sword in the stone. A safety lock keeps them from falling into the wrong (tiny) hands.
Another safety storage concept, these knives can be locked into place. But more than that, the storage block actually sterilizes the knives as well.
These handmade knives from Mermelada Studio were inspired by the shapes and songs of birds.
Though not the most practical option, we had to include these intricate - and a little bit creepy - knives.
