10 ways to give your home a summer glow
Sam Wylie-Harris puts shiny homewares under the spotlight
There’s nothing like the glimmer of gold or shimmer of silver for a healthy summer glow – and we’re not just talking about ourselves. Perhaps our homes could do with a touch of sun-kissed radiance too – and when it comes to streaming some summer glow into the scheme of things, the shiny options are endless.
1. HARPER GEM 2 TIER FRUIT BOWL, £36, NEXT
This fantabulous fruit bowl from the new Harper Gem utensils range at Next will pimp up your pears, glam up your Golden Delicious and make everything taste that much sweeter.
2. POLS POTTEN HOURGLASS BALL SANDGLASS MINI, GOLD, £20, JOHN LEWIS
Ah, the sands of time. Measuring up to 30 minutes, watching the golden sand flow through this globe is the next best thing to footprints in the sand.
3. GOLDEN STANDING DECO, £40, JOE BROWNS
This stunning sphere, with intricate hammered detailing looks like something you’d come across in a luxe hotel. One for your deco edit, if you’re after something divine and dramatic.
4. WILD & WOLF RETRO 746 TELEPHONE, BRASS, £69.95, AMAZON
Dial M for Minted… If you want to dial up a sideboard or retro telephone table, this push-button phone has your number.
5. SUMMER ART: EMMALINE POSTER FROM £8.42; MADAM FLEUR NO 2 POSTER, FROM £8.42, DESENIO
For pure escapism, a ‘wellbeing’ wall panelled with your favourite prints – think floaty sundresses, wide-brim beach hats, golden sands, palm trees and artfully placed holiday trinkets – will make you feel happy, creative and channel your inner glow.
6. GEORGE MONKEY TABLE LAMP IN METALLIC GOLD, £45, ICONIC LIGHTS
Troops of monkeys are trending in interiors, and this playful little fellow is a fun find.
7. MARLE WINE COOLER, £125, ELLA JAMES
Beyond spoiling yourself, if you’re on the hunt for a wedding gift or want to spark up a special celebration, this classy cooler will dress up a cocktail trolley. The hammered silver brass catches the light beautifully and will sit well with anything glossy… Bring on the bubbly.
8. LARGE GOLD EFFECT WINGED FOOT PLANTER, £65, ROCKETT ST GEORGE
With a nod to the Greek gods, this heavenly piece knows no boundaries and will look just as fabulous in your garden room or patio, as bookending your favourite novel. Fill will flowers, herbs or a pillar candle.
9. VERTICAL WALL PLANT STAND WITH PLANTERS, £139.99, IVYLINE
If your shelves are drowning under the weight of your #shelfie succulents, this vertical plant stand could be just the ticket. With six gold metal containers to show off your greenery, it’s rust-resistant and suitable for indoor and outdoor use.
10. METALLIC FAN CUSHION, £12, NEXT
A steal at the price, this shimmery scatter cushion is one to snap up now.