Chalk it up
You’ll never forget about that all-important appointment at the beauty salon with this sweet Memo Board from Ivy House. Featuring a whitewashed wooden frame and three wooden pegs to hang cards and notes, it’s a stylish way to keep yourself organised – and it’s just $45.
French fantasy
Dreaming of Paris? Take a trip to the City of Lights with the gorgeous range of Rooftops in Paris cushions. Manufactured in France and available from Lily Pond, they feature iconic Parisian scenes on lovely linen. Pictured is the Citroen 2cv cushion, $119.
Tea time
Bring a touch of whimsy to your next tea party with the pretty new Cuckoo range from Wedgwood. Part of its popular Harlequin Collection, it features a soft colour palette of pastel pink, green, blue and peach, and has everything you need for a traditional high tea, including teacups and saucers, teapot, sugar bowl and creamer, cake plates, sandwich tray and a two-tiered cake stand. Prices start at $99.95 for teacups and saucers.
Timeless appeal
Strachan has been designing elegant cutlery for over 60 years and has just released its Verona range, which effortlessly blends traditional and contemporary design. Each piece is made from top-quality 18/10 stainless steel and the 42-piece set comes beautifully presented in a black, wooden canteen, making it the ideal gift for someone you love. $499 for the 42-piece set.
Smart storage
Make it easy to find your favourite pair of shoes in the morning with these sweet shoe boxes from Laura Ashley. Available as a set of three, they fold flat when not in use and have a convenient clear window so you can just grab them on your way out – simple!
See the light
Add a pretty touch to your dining table and entertain guests in style with PartyLite’s elongated taper holders. Available in a set of two, these solid silver aluminium candle-holders have a sleek, stylish design, $139.95.
In a flap
The Lucie Key Holder from Amalfi, here in Taupe, will ensure you won’t lose your keys again. Hang it in busy spots like the kitchen or hallway so it’s within easy reach as you head for the door, $39.95.
Reed the night away
Featuring a wonderful reed design in ivory, this lovely Amalia table lamp from Beacon Lighting would make the perfect feature piece for your lounge room or a bedside table, $129.00.
Hopeful at heart
Maxwell and Williams’ Pink Ribbon mugs come in a beautiful new ‘Hope’ design that features metallic detailing and the ribbon symbol on the inside. At only $9.95 each, it’s well worth building your own collection!
Snooze in the forest
The Landscape bedding range from Aura by Tracie Ellis was inspired by the ancient forests of Mount Cook, and features stunning embroidery against gentle shades of mushroom and the silver grey of thunderclouds and long-weathered timber.
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