Luxury tea sets are all the rage
Whether you’ve been binge-watching Bridgerton or simply seeking refuge in the little things, you’ve likely had more time to sip your favourite blend of tea in the last few months. Bring your afternoon brew up a notch with these luxury jars, pots and tea sets.
Mythical Creatures Tea Cup and Saucer Set
Kit Kemp’s joint role as the founder of Firmdale Hotels and an interior designer has left her with a developed understanding of everything a tea set should be. The product of this expertise is a whimsical collection of cups, saucers and a teapot decorated with mythical creatures. Add a touch of fantasy to your 3pm tea date.
For years, scented candles have been the perfect go-to gift, whether as a thank-you for a dinner party hostess, a last-minute birthday present or a pick-me-up treat for yourself in lockdown.
And when it comes to the clueless seeking something for the partner in their life, they’ve been a godsend, providing a welcome alternative to flowers and chocolates.
When lockdown first hit back in March last year, people did all they could to turn their homes into cosy places of sanctuary, with comforting smells playing a key part. As a result, sales of scented candles soared.
John Lewis reported a 182 per cent increase in online searches for candles in 2020 which, in turn, led to a 79 per cent increase in sales compared with the previous year. Joe Coggrave, the retailer’s buyer for fragrance, says: ‘With our homes having also become offices, gyms, schools and restaurants, never has it been more important to make them feel as comfortable as possible.’