Objects of Desire

The Wick Culture - Summer Games Beach Towel by Hermes

Object Summer Games Beach Towel by Hermes

£620

Spring has – dare we say it – finally sprung and with it the season for swimming (unless you’re one of the brave). Whether you’re heading to leisure centre, lido or are lucky enough to have access to a private pool, this Summer Games screenprinted cotton terry beach towel by Hermes is the most striking and beautiful companion we can imagine wrapping ourselves in after. Drape over your lounger and be the envy of all. The design is by artist Geoff McFertridge, and the message is one of “openness to the world and harmony”.

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The Wick Culture - Dryrobe in Camo Pink

Object Dryrobe in Camo Pink

£165

The weather is getting warmer – but let’s be realistic. If you’re a wild swimmer, chances are you already have one of these, essential for cold water enthusiasts. Dryrobe Advance is the original weatherproof robe, durable and super-warm, with quick-drying fleece lining and enough room to change in and out of your swimwear underneath. They’re also produced with 100% recycled fabrics and PFC-free water-repellent technology.

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The Wick Culture - Vintage Swim Cap by Outdoor Swimmer Shop

Object Vintage Swim Cap

The Wick are a little obsessing over vintage style swim caps (could they work not poolside, we ask?). Combining fashion and function, we think a revival for these numbers is well overdue. This gorgeous design with pink and orange flowers, is made with softer rubber – easier to pull on, fewer snags on the hair and skin – with an inner seal headband for added comfort.

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The Wick Culture - Blessed by Jasleen Kaur

Object Blessed by Jasleen Kaur

£500

2024 Turner-Prize winner, the Scottish-Sikh artist Jasleen Kaur, created this ceramic and rubber incense holder, Blessed, in 2022. It’s designed to hold up to twenty Nag Champa incense sticks and comes in two limited editions of six: pigmented, glazed stoneware (blue), or slip-decorated earthenware (brown/ochre). A comment on the commodification and cultural appropriation of the wellness industry, Kaur turns the lowly flip flop into a devotional object just as worthy of appreciation and revere.

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The Wick Culture - Cacoa blend by Dirtea

Object Cacoa blend by Dirtea

£34

Dirtea looks to nature and the ancient wisdom of the earth to restore our mind, body and soul. Their functional mushroom blends are designed to aid and replenish our natural bodily resources, without any hidden ingredients or artificial nastiness – just pure mushroom power in their most bioavailable form. This healthy hot chocolate offers comfort and calm, and promises to boost skin health and immunity, with Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Tremella, and B vitamins.

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The Wick Culture - Soleil Candle by L'Objet

Object Soleil Candle by L’Objet

$150

This week at The Wick we’re looking at all things healing, soothing and bringing us a moment of calm in the constant chaos. We’ll be reaching for this beautiful Veti-Vert scented candle, blended with tomato leaves with a citrusy light perfume. Even when unlit it instills a centring vibe, with the sculpted, hand-painted gold sun on the fine porcelain vessel reminding us of the force connecting us all.

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The Wick Culture - Ruinart Rosé

Object Ruinart Rosé

If you’re planning on really celebrating International Women’s Day, The Wick has the bottle for you. Described as distinctively fresh, Ruinart’s Rosé champagne combines the aromas of Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims chardonnay with the irresistible fruitiness of Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne pinot noir, with coral and rosewood hues and a delicate, round finish. Aged in the cellar for 2-3 years to perfection, it pairs perfectly with shellfish. Serve at 8 degrees. Delicious!

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The Wick Culture - Diamond & White Gold Gypset Hoop Earrings by Jessica McCormack

Object Diamond & White Gold Gypset Hoop Earrings by Jessica McCormack

It is International Women’s Day after all – if you’re looking to splurge head to Jessica McCormack for these understated yet elegant beauties, diamond and white gold with 0.40 carat round Brilliant Cut diamonds, set in a Georgian style cut down setting. McCormack is known for creating modern heirloom pieces to be passed on down generations – a great place to start a matrilineal legacy, we think.

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The Wick Culture - Smarter by Emily Austen

Object Smarter by Emily Austen

The perfect gift for International Women’s Day, Emily Austen’s manifesto redefines our approach to productivity and success, laying out ten achievable steps based on Austen’s own experience as an entrepreneur. By simple mindset switching methods, doing a busyness detox and tracking energy levels over time, Austen has solutions for ambitious women who want to do it all without burning out. An essential and empowering guide.

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