Objects of Desire

The Wick Culture - Silvia Furmanovich, Marquetry wood jewellery box

Object Silvia Furmanovich, Marquetry wood jewellery box

Since launching her eponymous brand in 1998, Silvia Furmanovich has become one of the most celebrated jewellery designers in the business. Her visionary designs combine her love of innovative craftsmanship with her wide-ranging inspirations, from ancient cultures and unusual materials (think woven bamboo, vintage lacquer and oxidized copper) to far-flung travel destinations and artisanal techniques. The result is splendid, with colour, geometry and trompe l’oeil effects taking centre stage.

Crafted from evergreen oak, this jewellery box with geometric design incorporates the ancient technique of marquetry, where shapes are meticulously hand-cut from wood and arranged into patterns. ‘In this technological world, everything is being made by machines and we must all fight to keep traditional handicrafts alive,’ Furmanovich has said. We couldn’t agree more. With just one box left, it’s an add-to-basket-now type of situation.

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The Wick Culture - Louise Bourgeois cashmere blanket

Object Louise Bourgeois cashmere blanket

Hibernate in style this winter season with this Louis Bourgeois cashmere blanket. Made from 100% cashmere and emblazoned with a repeating ‘Je t’aime’ design, it will keep you cosy and warm, while catching the eye of all the aesthetes in your life. For ultimate indulgence, throw it over the sofa — or the bed — and snuggle up with a good read or a delicious glass of red. That’s what winter’s all about, right? But if you still need convincing, know that you’d also be supporting local heritage and artisan enterprises. Hauser & Wirth’s Artist Blanket is the result of an annual collaboration between the gallery’s artists and ROAM, a small studio based at the heart of the Scottish cashmere and fine woollens industry. There’s never been a better excuse to stay in. You’re welcome.

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The Wick Culture - ‘Green Check’ Summerill & Bishop X Claridge’s linen tablecloth

Object ‘Green Check’ Summerill & Bishop X Claridge’s linen tablecloth

There’s no better way to delight your guests than with an exquisite table setting. Not only will it spark conversation but also show your creative flair. Just in time for the festive season comes a gorgeous, new collection from Claridge’s and Summerill & Bishop, designers of the world’s most beautiful table linens. Inspired by Claridge’s Art Deco design, the table linens pay tribute to the hotel’s iconic checkerboard lobby. 

This generously sized tablecloth made from 100% linen is available in three distinct colourways. Though we love the eye-catching ‘Black Check’ we’ve fallen head over heels for the ‘Sage Green’. Complete the look with a set of matching napkins and delicate tableware by Astier de Villatte. Now all there is to do is set a date. Happy feasting.

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The Wick Culture - Campbell-Rey Teddy Sofa

Object Campbell-Rey Teddy Sofa

The centrepiece of most living spaces, a sofa must be chic, comfortable and durable. It must also nestle happily into its surroundings and welcome you after a long, frazzling day. All this to say that picking the right one can be a daunting task. Enter Campbell-Rey, the award-winning design studio founded in 2014 by Duncan Campbell and Charlotte Rey.

Often inspired by the lifestyle and rituals of Italy, the duo’s elegant aesthetic has won them private and commercial clients the world over. And we can see why from looking at the stylish Teddy, a minimalist, pared-back design with seat in aubergine and back in acajou. Upholstered here in velvet Pierre Frey Mohair (our favourite of the two available fabrics), this model sits on spherical hand-painted faux-coromandel feet, recalling the elegance of 1970s Milanese interiors. Perfect for entertaining discerning guests — just don’t let the little ones near it!

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The Wick Culture - Fortnum & Mason Advent Calendar

Object Fortnum’s Tea Filled Wooden Advent Calendar

The Fortnum’s tea counter is one of the best — and most famous — in the world. Nowhere will you find a superior cup. So what better way to discover its rich assortment of teas than with the new Fortnum’s tea-filled advent calendar? Behind each of the 24 wooden doors you’ll find an exceptional loose-leaf brew from far-flung corners of the world. Expect smoky Earl Greys, black tea infusions and, of course, a variety of special Christmas blends. The bonus? You can refill the calendar year after year with whatever takes your fancy. This is the ultimate gift for the tea lover in your life. Or keep and enjoy all to yourself. Happy sipping.

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The Wick Culture - Net-a-Porter Advent Calendar

Object Net-A-Porter ‘25 Days of Beauty’ Advent Calendar

Get your hands on Net-a-Porter’s advent calendar and we promise you won’t regret it.

Containing 17 full-size and eight travel-size products valued at over $1700, it is the most luxurious offering of the year. Hidden treasures include make-up by Charlotte Tilbury and Victoria Beckham, cult lotions, serums and masks from the likes of Dr. Barbara Sturm, Augustinus Bader and Tata Harper, and essential bath oils from Susanne Kaufmann. You’ll also find Mauli Rituals’ Sleep Dharma Pillow Mist, a mini candle from Claus Porto and Vapour Beauty’s organic lip conditioner. Nothing beats the joy of unwrapping a little treat 25 days in a row. So add to your basket now.

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The Wick Culture - Liberty Advent Calendar

Object The Liberty Beauty Advent Calendar

Ask any beauty lover what they most look forward to in December and we bet they’ll say unwrapping Liberty’s beauty advent calendar. The original and most coveted of all beauty advent calendars, it brings together cult buys, buzzy new names and fresh launches from Liberty’s world-renowned beauty hall. Think skin care from Votary, haircare by Olaplex and fragrance from Le Labo and Vilhelm Parfumerie.

What’s more, one lucky winner will find a golden ticket hidden in one of the calendar’s drawers worth £5000 to spend at Liberty. With a mix of full- and travel-size products worth a combined £844, this year’s line-up is the best yet. Snap it up before it sells out. We promise it’s worth the splurge.

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The Wick Culture - Stephen Webster, Murder She Wrote Angels Trumpet Ring

Object Stephen Webster, Murder She Wrote Angels Trumpet Ring

Mark the spookiest of days with a bewitching treat form Stephen Webster, the British jewellery designer best known for his rebellious designs studded with exotic stones from all corners of the world. The No Regrets collection celebrates Webster’s most elaborate and expressive designs, from his Russian Roulette Bullet Ring to his Poisson Ivy diamond earrings. Also included is this 18ct white gold Angels Trumpet Ring, inspired by the literary series Murder She Wrote. Beautiful, bold and eye-catching, it features a central oval cut Peridot surrounded by tsavorite pavé graduating to pale pink sapphire pavé to white diamond pave. Witchy fingers have never looked so good.

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The Wick Culture - ROBERTS WOOD, Wool Silk Ruffle Coat

Object ROBERTS WOOD, Wool Silk Ruffle Coat

Stocked internationally through Dover Street Market, ROBERTS WOOD is a design studio focusing on an innovative approach to textiles and construction. Its founder, Katie Roberts-Wood, has drawn widespread praise for her no-stitch way of linking pattern pieces to create three-dimensional garments.

‘I’m obsessed by the idea of making something original,’ she said. ‘I came to believe that the only way to do this would be to invent new ways of making.’ Her signature ‘stitchless ruffles’ adorn many of her most gorgeous garments, including this black wool silk ruffle coat. ‘The linked construction of the silk ruffles reminds me a lot of bones, specifically vertebrae,’ she once said of her trademark design feature. It’s the perfect Halloween cover-up.

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