LIFESTYLE
Luxury doesn’t have to mean Hermès blankets and Birkins (though, we fully support both). Sometimes, the smallest details, a monogrammed hand towel, a perfectly steamed silk pillowcase, or pyjamas that you can't wait to get into, are what make everyday life feel that much better. Here we're sharing our favourite small, high-impact luxuries that will elevate our daily routines without the need for a sugar daddy.
Personalised Stationery, Because Your To-Do List Deserves It
Writing in standard notebooks? Couldn’t be us. A linen-bound journal, monogrammed thank you notes or a Montblanc pen turn even the most mundane work tasks into a moment of elegance. Bonus points if your thank-you notes are handwritten on personalised Smythson stationery.
The Upgrade: Smythson Panama Notebook (AED 275, Ounass)
A Weighty Cutlery Set, Because Food Tastes Better With It
Plastic forks? Regular stainless steel? Absolutely not. A gold, matte black, or brushed brass cutlery set instantly makes every meal feel Michelin-star worthy, even if it’s just avocado toast.
The Upgrade: Sambonet Gold Cutlery Set ( AED 1200, Sambonet)
A Private-Label Olive Oil That Lives on Your Counter
The secret to elevating any meal? Exceptional olive oil. A beautifully packaged cold-pressed, organic bottle, from Palestine or Lebanon makes even a humble piece of sourdough feel like fine dining.
The Upgrade: Maknoon Palestine Origin Extra Virgin Olive Oil (AED 275, That Concept Store)
The Ultimate Sculptural Candle That’s Too Pretty to Burn
Because aren't home accessories from Loewe the dream? Forget basic bitch scented candles, get yourself a sculptural, hand-poured wax stunner that doubles as home decor. Whether it’s a Loewe candlestick-shaped candle in Wasabi scent or a cool, abstract shape from Anissa Kermiche, this is an instant home upgrade.
The Upgrade: Loewe Wax Candle Holder (AED 490, Loewe)
Crystal Glassware Makes Every Drink Feel Fancy
A simple rule: drink everything out of crystal. Water, juice, cocktails, your morning iced coffee, it just hits differently in a hand-cut, vintage-style glass.
The Upgrade: Richard Brendon Classic Coupe (AED 400 for a set of 2, Richard Brendon)
A Luxe Pajama Set, Because You Deserve
No more old, mismatched t-shirts from university. A 100% silk or cotton pajama set is an instant life upgrade. Wear it to bed, wear it on flights, wear it to answer the door looking chic when your food delivery arrives.
The Upgrade: The White Company Pajama Set (AED 450, Bloomingdales)
A Bougie AF Tissue Box Cover
A naked tissue box on your counter? Absolutely not. The micro-luxury move? A leather or linen tissue box cover that makes even seasonal allergies feel sophisticated. This one in bronze from Laura Hammett is beautiful and interesting, something we never thought we'd say about a tissue box cover.
The Upgrade: Elemental Tissue Box Square in Bronze (AED 1,100, Laura Hammett)
A Heated Towel Rail, Because Warm Towels Are a Daily Joy
You haven’t lived until you’ve wrapped yourself in a heated towel after a shower. It’s like stepping into a spa every morning.
The Upgrade: Vogue Heated Towel Rail (AED 1,800, @vogueluxuryheating)
Perfumed Hair Mist, Because Fragrance Shouldn’t Stop at Your Skin
If your hair isn’t subtly scented with Byredo, Chanel, or Maison Francis Kurkdjian, then what are we even doing? A perfumed hair mist is the final touch of quiet luxury.
The Upgrade: Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Hair Mist (AED 460, Maison Francis Kurkdjian)