Fly away home
Treat the kids to their own patio furniture. It’s cheap, it’s cute and, as an added bonus, you won’t have to sit with them while you’re enjoying the sun. Ladybird patio set, £19.95, studio.co.uk
A rose by any other name
Edward Meadham made a huge splash as half of Meadham Kirchhoff, a quintessentially British fashion label. Though his first label is sadly no more, Meadham has a new venture: Blue Roses. The new collection is inspired by the 70s, Christmas crackers and riot grrls. Blue Roses, from £48, matchesfashion.com
Photographic memories
Artist Anne Collier is known for her found imagery. This project’s title says it all: Women with Cameras. It’s a lovely book of pre-digital photos. Women with Cameras, £35, studiovoltaire.org
Stone me!
Who knew you could freeze avocados? But here they are, freezer-ready and perfect for salads and smoothies, after a defrost. Ripened avocado halves, £5.29, wholefoodsmarket.com
Scents and the city
Look! Another nice new fragrance from Comme des Garçons. This is inspired by the concrete jungle, but don’t worry, it mainly smells of sandalwood. Concrete by CDG, £120, doverstreetmarket.com
Sporty spice
H&M has fast established itself as the go-to high-street stop for sportswear. The latest range is great for strappy tops and nice pinky colours. H&M sportswear, from £9.99, hm.com
Homing instincts
If you’re looking for a nice new homeware store, try WA Green. Its cute/cool stock includes Bella Freud blankets and Keith Haring candles. WA Green Prices, from £28, wagreen.co.uk
Time for a change
Clever old Scandinavian watch brand Boom lets you design your own timepiece from a variety of dials, straps and colourways. Boom watches, from £110, boomwatches.com
