Autumn often equals an influx in spiders and other creepy crawlies determined to treat my house as their local squat. This beetle mirror is currently on offer online and is the only bug I’d like to see adorning my interiors. Around £44 arighibianchi.co.uk
Oh hello Alexa Chung as Creative Director for Barbour. A match made in heaven, her edit is full of country-meets-city instant classics. barbour.com
Hop on the cowboy trend this autumn. Sumptuous suede style from one of our favourite brands. Beth Boots £249 welligogs.com
When I was little, Bonfire Night meant going to my pal Amy’s house. Her mum, Chris, made the most divine toffee, for just that one night of the year. Call this tea blend my Proust madeleines; that sweet smokiness is pure il temps perdu. £10.50 birdandblendtea.com
I’m all about alternative ways to keep warm this autumn and what is more comforting than cradling a warm cuppa? I love this stoneware mug by Libby Daniels Ceramics and its muted yellow fig pattern reminds me of the best autumn fruits. £28 handmadeinbritain.co.uk
How many scarves are too many scarves? I suspect I’ve already hit the limit but may just have to find room for the Suedey Fringe scarf. What an absolute beauty. £140 cotswoldknit.co.uk
Leopard print + cat with attitude + cocktail in recycled gold velvet? I’ve found my autumnal spirit animal in cushion form. £155 divinesavages.com
A masterclass in laid back outdoor dressing. From a selection at fatface.com
I’m very much liking the trend towards seasonal wreaths throughout the year. £44.95 homeluxeco.com
This might be a marmite moment when I saw that bouji popcorn makers Joe & Seph’s had paired up with Tracklement’s chilli jam my mouth instantly started watering like a Pavlovian dog. £4 tracklements.co.uk
All the impact of an edgy biker jacket but the cropped style, subtle colour and excellent narrow cut nudge this more toward a classic investment piece. £165 selfridges.com
For the man who has everything, super soft alpaca socks with cushioned bottoms. And for the woman with a foot size of 7 or more, there’s the added benefit of being able to pinch them to pad out your wellies. £35 samanthaholmes.com
The frankly fabulous Irish label, Sinead Keary is now available to buy in the UK. Her capsule collection is stuffed full of pieces you’ll want to wear again and again, but I want to take a moment here for her nightwear. These breathable bamboo pyjamas are sinuously soft and deliciously cosy to slip into as the nights draw in. £90 (including shipping) sineadkeary.com
Timeless statement-making Valentino Garavani studs: clip-ons with serious clout. £580 selfridges.com
We have officially entered peak home fragrance season. I’m loving Temple of Incense’s new Earth blend. The handmade sticks fill your home with a grounding blend of warm woods, tonka and mitti (best described as the warm smell of rain-soaked earth). £22 templeofincense.com
This chunky cocktail ring is positively winking at me – or should that be twinkling at me? £75 thepositive.co
I never really get on with umbrellas, so inclement weather demands a hood, ideally one that’s attached to a parka. £58 very.co.uk
