Dippy Eggs, Luxe Lamps and Unputdownable Novels: 9 Products to Make You Happier This Month

Simple, functional and beautiful? Interior design often talks that talk, but rarely delivers. A rare exception is this streamlined table lamp by Chinese design duo Neri&Hu. The Artemide NH1217 takes its cue from both tradition and innovation, featuring white blown glass on an adjustable frame of brushed brass that can be used as a stand, or as a wall or ceiling hook. It’s part of ongoing research by the Shanghai-based company that explores the dynamic interaction between materials, form and light. Affordable, too. £155

Dita Von Teese taught us that glamour is an art form, that champagne glasses can never be too big and that a 17-inch waist is possible (well, if it’s your job.) Now we’re learning she’s a woman of broader cultural talents, as her self-titled debut album drops later this month. Vocals are every bit as sultry, and lyrics every bit as suggestive, as you’d expect from the queen of burlesque. More surprisingly, when laid over Sébastien Tellier’s synthy production, the final product is tantalisingly cool. Pre-order expected 16th February. 

When eco-friendly Brazilian swimwear brand SixtyNinety hit the ground running in 2015, its founders quickly realised that their body-friendly, biodegradable fabric was the perfect fit for busy women spending their lives in activewear – everywhere. The all-female company is now catering to those of us in less sunny climes with a morning-to-night sportswear range inspired by the models of the moment. These Nude Gigi leggings come with a thick waistband and ‘anti-camel toe’ panelling (finally) – all the more reason to ditch those uncomfortable jeans and embrace 24/7 sports luxe. £59

What with all the truffle scrambles and pork belly benedicts, soft-boiled eggs have rather gone out of fashion of late. More’s the pity. An oozy yolk dunked with crisp toast soldiers is a thing of beauty, so it’s great news that this Dino-mite eggcup makes getting dippy with it sexy again.  Boasting a quirky origami-inspired design in hand-fired porcelain, it will look sleek enough next to your wine glass collection (the hallmark of ‘adulting’) whilst still nodding to the nostalgia of breakfasts past. We’ve never been so eggs-cited for morning. (Sorry). £8

The thrill of instant photography has somewhat faded since snapping your breakfast became ‘a thing’. High-end German camera manufacturer Leica seeks to bring the magic back into spontaneous snaps with this collaboration with eccentric photographer and art collector Jean Pigozzi. The newest edition SOFORT model comes in eye-catching ‘Mr Limo’ print, the trippy logo of Pigozzi’s own fashion label. It’s way more fun than whipping out your iPhone, and the camera quality is far superior. Formaggio! £330

Hygge might be over, but the joys to be found in the Scandi approach to living makes this no ephemeral love affair (see last season’s Lagom). Now we’ve gone weak at the knees again over Design House Stockholm’s Nordic Light, a classic concept with strikingly modern execution. A four-armed, adjustable candelabra, this will look just as sleek folded on the windowsill as it will spread for a stunning centrepiece. The global go-to for Scandinavian design, DHS is a team of over sixty designers, committed to celebrating the simple things in life. £67