Maxmara
Mbire Wooden Necklace
The superbrand has launched a new webshop for its Weekend collection, inspired by an Italian summer. Think Capri pants in colourful prints, bright sandals and lots of classic navy pieces, plus sandy shades and light, floaty dresses. maxmara.com
Oliver Bonas is currently embracing the geometric tribal trend and we particularly like this simple but effective design. Made of wood with coral resin, it’s on our summer wishlist for sure. £16, 4 Hampstead High Street, NW3; oliverbonas.com
Sewing
Emily Peacock’s range of retro modern needlepoint sets make cute gifts or a fun weekend activity. With designs printed on canvas you can chose to create cushions or frame and hang as a focal point for all to see. Kitsch kits indeed. emilypeacock.com
FEVER-TREE ELDERFLOWER TONIC
Floral flavours have even made it into our favourite cocktails. As the G&T season kicks off, we’ve found the perfect way to work in a delightful twist to our summer drink of choice, with Fever-Tree’s Elderflower Tonic - made from hand-picked elderflowers from the heart of England. Don’t mind if we do! £1.69 for 500ml, available at Waitrose; fever-tree.com
ANYA HINDMARCH DUKE CLUTCH
It may be inspired by Georgian trinket boxes, but we challenge you to find trinkets fine enough to hide away in this clutch. With lavender suede panels and a printed antique map of London on its faceted front, it speaks of old elegance and sophistication. Let the mirrored gold details glint in the candlelight as you smile serenely at your admirers... £795, Anya Hindmarch at House of Fraser, 68 King William Street, EC4; anyahindmarch.com
Home, Sweet Home
The hugely popular bakery is back with over 100 new tried-and-triple-tested recipes that celebrate classic baking and deliciously old-fashioned treats. With step-by-step, stunning photographs and all-time favourites alongside new recipes, it’s all you need to whip up a storm in the kitchen. £15, Hummingbird Bakery, 405 St John Street, EC1; hummingbirdbakery.com
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