Pretty Pleasures: Joy Looks Good on Everyone
Books to pore over, PJs to slip into, handwash you’ll actually want on display and a tiffin tin too pretty to tuck away. This is the stuff that sparks joy for no reason other than it does. From a cocktail shaker that begs to be used to cool kicks that might even get you outdoors, these are the things making us smile this Christmas. Cute, kitsch, or quietly chic — the festive season is the perfect time for it all. Buy for a friend or keep for yourself, either way, enjoy.
Striped Cotton Robe, £69, Piglet In Bed
Finding pants that actually fit shouldn’t feel like a mythical pursuit. Stripe & Stare’s sustainably made underwear proves comfort and confidence can co-exist. Soft, flattering and cheerfully festive in candy-cane prints, they’re made by women for women who know real comfort is the ultimate luxury.
Eco-friendly and made in the UK, these charming pink papers from Making Meadows turn every gift into a little work of art. Choose from frolicking reindeer, dogs in festive jumpers or plates piled high with Christmas puds and mince pies. Joyfully nostalgic and far too pretty to tear.
A nostalgic nod to childhood Christmases, this hand-painted Snoopy bauble brings instant cheer to the tree. Celebrating 75 years of everyone’s favourite beagle, it’s equal parts kitsch and collectible — proof that festive spirit should never take itself too seriously.
With molten glazes and satisfyingly weighty handles, these stoneware mugs radiate retro charm. Perfect for coffee, cocoa or an indulgent chai, they turn everyday rituals into small, sensory pleasures.
A wood-fired design made for bubbling crusts and effortless gatherings. Portable and practical, it makes outdoor cooking easy whether it’s a slow Sunday lunch or a mulled wine evening under the stars. Rustic, reliable and guaranteed to impress.
Amber Guinness brings the romance of Italy’s shoreline to your table with recipes that taste of sea air and sunshine. From Tuscan seafood to Sicilian citrus desserts, this is pure escapism — beautifully written, beautifully lived.
Lime-tinted glass and gold accents give this cocktail set instant star power. Whether you’re shaking martinis or serving elderflower spritz, it’s as chic on a bar cart as it is in action. A gift-worthy piece you might not want to part with.
Dressed in Liberty-inspired prints and finished with velvet bows, these Meri Meri crackers are as pretty as the tables they’ll sit on. Thoughtfully made and beautifully detailed, they’re a far cry from the usual throwaway kind — proof that festive flair can still feel special.
