For the goddess whose home is her kingdom, these products will help take the stress out of the Christmas and New Year party-planning. We all have that friend who makes perfectly Instagram-able cupcakes or fancy multi-layered trifles that are beautiful enough to anchor the dinner table. Every baking and cooking genius needs a place to craft and display her art – and we’ve compiled all the tools she needs to achieve it.
The marrying of 1950s glamour and today’s technology has brought out a distinctive flair in Smeg’s retro-style blender. The 1.5-litre jug runs a four-speed function with three pre-set programmes. RM1,390
Mark your recipes and cooking inspirations in style with Smythson’s Soho notebook, featuring its signature gilt-edge pale blue paper and silk-lined printed calf leather with enamelled silver side closure. £195
KitaKita’s hand-painted fine bone china plates from its signature Nori Kebaya series double as good conversation starters with guests. RM699 — red; RM670 — green.
Enjoy Hermès’ famed wallpaper prints with its gift-worthy collection of printed paper that comes in the signature orange box. Use as place mats, gift wrap or even decorative origami. RM550
These charming and proudly Malaysian silkscreen-printed tea towels by Bingka, be it the Peranakan collection, Kuih Muih collection or even the Kampung House design, are certain crowd-pleasers. RM35
The hand-drawn Baise en Ville “My Kuih or the Highway” reversible bag by Nala is a versatile companion for a day out. Made from cotton, with PVC coating and genuine leather trimmings and handles. RM640
Kitsch meets luxe in Comyns’ expressive cruet set of silver salt and pepper shakers and a mustard pot with spoon. It comes in an owl family or frog family design. Frog — RM14,900; Owl — RM16,900
Le Creuset introduces its Sorbet Collection, inspired by vintage pastel hues of cool mint, chiffon pink, crème, cotton, mimosa and coastal blue. The set of six mini bowls is party-perfect.RM338
Whether it is for a leisurely morning break or an afternoon with friends, Wedgwood’s “Arabian Night”-inspired Arris Collection of espresso cup and saucer set is a chic complement. £100
Rope in the children or just exercise a little creative fun using the Write On! Decorating Tool. It’s an easy way to dress up desserts and special occasions. US$16.90, fancy.com
