NoMad Playing Cards – theory11

Step into a world of Old New York sophistication with the NoMad Playing Cards by theory11, a luxury deck inspired by the gilded history of the iconic NoMad Hotel and Manhattan’s famed district. Every feature showcases refinement, from the heavyweight tactile tuck box—draped in gold and black foil with ornate embossing—to the interior printed with lavish patterns and the famous NoMad logo.

Designed by Chad Michael, the cards themselves feature a custom vintage design with distressed faces that create an authentically aged feel, as if passed down for generations. Even the intricate back, when rotated, forms the shape of an eye—an elegant nod to the Latin phrases that accent the deck: “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” The New York State seal and the NoMad Hotel’s own “Made Nice” philosophy are stamped throughout the experience, with custom jokers, a rich Ace of Spades, and two gaff cards (including “abracadabra” and “Fronti Nulla Fides” for magic and mystery).

Printed in the USA on FSC-certified paper with vegetable-based inks for sustainability, these cards handle beautifully and lend an immediate sense of style to any game, flourish, or card trick. NoMad is a tribute to the elegant social clubs of the 19th century, destined for collectors, magicians, and anyone drawn to New York’s timeless mystique.