Home pick: Black Toast Hatch spice caddies from Emma Bridgewater
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Home pick: Black Toast Hatch spice caddies from Emma Bridgewater

Who? Emma Bridgewater What? If you find that you’ve got more spice than you can handle with the upcoming festive season, try one of these spice caddies from Emma Bridgewater. The handy little tins will keep your spices safe and you can label and re-label as you see fit. The understated Black Toast Hatch design will easily blend into any kitchen, even the busiest. Priced at £15 for a set of four. When? Available now Where? Available online from Emma Bridgewater How? Buy now from Emma Bridgewater

Design pick: Mad Men Olson double old fashioned tumblers from Waterford
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Design pick: Mad Men Olson double old fashioned tumblers from Waterford

Who? Waterford What? While Mad Men has arguably had its moment on television, these Olson double old fashioned tumblers inspired by the series remain just as cool. Created by crystal makers Waterford, they keenly follow the themes of the era while at the same time adding a modern edge. With a luxurious gold band, it’s a set to be coveted. Priced at £125 for a pair. When? Available now Where? Available online from Waterford How? Buy now from Waterford

Gift pick: Le Nez du Whisky from Jean Lenoir

Gift pick: Le Nez du Whisky from Jean Lenoir

Who? Jean Lenoir What? Wine connoisseurs will already be familiar with Le Nez du Vin, the aroma kit that lets you identify individual aromas from wines. But now there’s a version for whisky aficionados too. Le Nez du Whisky holds 54 of the most commonly found aroma samples in whisky as well as a whisky book from Charles MacLean and whisky and food matches from Martine Nouet. Priced at £275. When? Available now Where? Available online from The Whisky Exchange How? Buy now from The Whisky Exchange

Fashion pick: Uriah sequin dress from Coast

Fashion pick: Uriah sequin dress from Coast

Who? Coast What? Need a dress that’s just the right amount of dress up for the party season? We are loving this Uriah sequin dress from Coast. It’s right on the money for dress up dos but no one is going to tell you off for being too prim. As long as you pair it with the right pair of heels, that is. Priced at £95. When? Available now Where? Available online from Coast How? Buy now from Coast

Gift pick: The English Essentials hamper from Fortnum & Mason

Gift pick: The English Essentials hamper from Fortnum & Mason

Who? Fortnum & Mason What? Deep down, we all think that it’s not quite Christmas until we’ve received a hamper of little edible treats to enjoy on Christmas morning, before the real feasting begins, so we’re quite taken with The English Essentials hamper from Fortnum & Mason. Condiments, biscuits, chocolates and tea, it’s the perfect little package to send to friends and family abroad this season. Priced at £100. When? Available now Where? Available online from Fortnum & Mason How? Buy now from Fortnum & Mason

Home pick: London Calling plates from Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton
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Home pick: London Calling plates from Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton

Who? Royal Doulton What? There’s something lovely about the fact that our spiritual home, London, is also the theme of this set of plates. Designed by Charlene Mullen for Royal Doulton, they capture many of the city’s best features like the London eye or the Gherkin. But, while they’re mostly in black and white, you might be surprised to find splashes of colour here and there. Priced at £35 for a set of four. When? Available to pre-order now Where? Available online from Royal Doulton How? Buy now from Royal Doulton