A List of Useful Recommendations — February 2026

This month, we indulge in the sensation of cloth; artful textures, heirloom jewellery, and a coffee machine that delivers great service.

Left to right, top to bottom:

— The return of the pashmina — an artful layer to drape over a worn T-shirt.

— An award-winning facial polish with ashwagandha to calm redness and inflammation.

— Arise Wire Sun and kill the envious moon — a unique wall piece by New Zealand artist Ryder Jones.

— Haru Ichiban is a Japanese term that marks the first warm winds of spring. When they arrive, reach for Auralee’s chino cloth trench coat.

— Le Monde Beryl’s babouche kitten heels lift you just enough from the ground to feel something thrilling might happen.

— Our Legacy’s Italian denim hangs loose with the precision of tailoring, finished with an unconventional trompe l’oeil print.

— “Never let your secret go out of your mouth, my dear, and always act alone.” Ferian’s necklace for escape, travel, and secret mementos.

— A sophisticated sweatshirt from Rachel Comey that works with everything.

— Put pen to paper with Kaweco’s raw aluminium fountain pen. Designed in 1934 — mid-weight, satisfyingly glossy.

— Made in Japan Oliver Peoples titanium glasses TK-11 are a chic light touch.

— Handmade in the UK, Six-95 punctuates expressive leather accessories with legal tender.

— Domestic hardware with a difference, A Hook for All Things by Martino Gamper.

— Supremely soft and perfectly cut, Araks Boxer Shorts are made for rest. Pair with the bestselling, wire free Penelope Bralette in glacé satin.

— Swivel this ring to reveal — or conceal — special loves and friendship.

— Calla Slippers repurpose recycled rugs into handcrafted footwear.

— A secret weapon for fine hair, Ibiza Hair Tools’ brushes smooth and de-frizz as you dry.

— Moccamaster brews at the optimum temperature for the smoothest cup. Once filtered, it stays warm — ready when you are.

— Chic French Mints made with spring water said to hold ancient healing powers. Pourquoi pas?

— London’s former coach houses have long appealed to artists. A Home in London, The Mews House explores their evolution from the1960s to today, including Lucie Rie’s home.

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