Since Frank Smythson opened his Bond Street boutique in 1887 with a promise of "stationery and fancy articles of a high-class character", Smythson has been the stationer of choice for the quietly extraordinary. Equally celebrated for its luxury leather goods as for its signature Panama diaries with their iconic Nile-blue pages, the brand has spent over 135 years making the everyday feel exceptional, with their commitment to British craftsmanship, heritage, and timeless wit remaining wholly intact.

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Make It Happen Panama leather notebook 14cm x 9cm

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I get asked this one a lot, usually with a slight edge of suspicion. How do you find these places? As though there's a list somewhere and I'm sitting on it.
There isn't a list. What there is, I think, is a habit - one I've been doing for so long that I'd genuinely stopped noticing I was doing it. It's less a method and more a low hum in the background of everything else. Writing it down has been quite revealing, actually.
So. Here it is.

How to discover the coolest places in a new area

Mint has a habit of looking unfinished; silver is what finishes it. On its own, mint can feel undecided, hovering somewhere between pastel and green. Silver gives it something to play against. 
One comes from the garden, the other from the workshop, but side by side they lose that distance fast. Mint softens the shine, silver sharpens the green, and suddenly both colours make more sense together than they ever did apart.

Mint & Silver

Britain is not, on paper, an obvious beach destination. The water is cold, the weather is unpredictable, and yet - on the right day, at the right tide - there are stretches of coastline here that rival anywhere in the world. Powder-white sand backed by machair grassland in the Outer Hebrides. Vast, empty dune systems in Norfolk that make you feel genuinely alone. Dramatic sea stacks off the Antrim coast, turquoise coves in Cornwall that look lifted from somewhere considerably further south. The secret, of course, is knowing where to go, and being prepared to get a little windswept getting there.

The Best Beaches in the UK

Eurovision is the one night a year when maximum effort is not only acceptable but essentially mandatory, so your party should match the energy. Start with a ballot sheet for every guest, and a snack spread loosely themed around the competing countries. Dress code is sequins or go home. Have a signature cocktail, pick your favourites before the voting opens, and prepare to be completely wrong about who wins. Chaotic, communal, and completely unmissable - exactly as intended.

Hosting a Eurovision Party

Pinterest's 2026 wedding trends guide is here. In 2026, weddings are feeling less traditional and far more personal. Couples are moving away from polished perfection in favour of atmosphere, individuality and spaces that feel layered with character. Think candlelit pubs over formal venues, sculptural cakes, undone florals, analogue entertainment and tablescapes that borrow from intimate dinner parties rather than classic receptions. The modern wedding is becoming an exercise in world-building: expressive, cinematic and deeply reflective of personal taste, where every detail, from glassware to styling, feels curated rather than conventional.

Pinterest 2026 Wedding Trends

From the sun-drenched hills of Tuscany to the whitewashed shores of Mílos, Europe’s most beautiful summer stays promise slow mornings, long lunches and unforgettable views. Check into Il Palazzotto or Casa Newton for romantic Italian charm, or escape to Hotel Mediterraneo on Kastellorizo for turquoise waters and laid-back glamour. In Portugal, Muxima in Aljezur offers barefoot luxury, while La Colombe d’Or in St Paul-de-Vence remains an icon for art lovers. Marseille’s Tuba Club, Nice’s Hotel du Couvent and Mallorca’s Hotel Corazón capture the effortless elegance of a Mediterranean summer escape.

Top European Summer Hotels

Saturday nights look a little different at Glassette HQ lately. The group chats still exist, the wine still gets opened - but somewhere along the way, a board got laid out, and nobody really wanted to leave. Games night, it turns out, is the social ritual that actually delivers: present, competitive, and significantly cheaper than another round.
This edit pulls together the ones worth owning - beautiful enough to display, good enough to play.

Trending Now: Board Games

Fruit is having a design moment, and at Salone, it's been impossible to ignore. From Laila Gohar’s surreal fruit carousel to Chloé’s tomato-shaped seating, it showed up oversized, playful, and unexpectedly refined. Less decoration, more statement: a shift towards interiors that feel abundant, expressive, and slightly theatrical.
This edit leans into that energy, pulling together pieces that echo fruit through colour, form, and texture. A little surreal, a little joyful, and very much of the moment.

Fruity Design

Because if you’re going to finally sort your life out (subscriptions, savings, that one email you’ve been avoiding since October) you may as well do it properly. Think candles, good food, a table full of friends, and just enough peer pressure to actually press “cancel subscription”. Here's how to host one.

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Gifting is one of those things everyone wants to do well and almost no one has time to think about properly. The Glassette Gift List is here to do the thinking for you - one considered edit a month, built around the moments that actually matter.
No endless scrolling. No panic buying. Just the right things, for the right people, at the right time.

May Glassette Gift List

There is a particular kind of swimming that has nothing to do with lanes, lap counters, or chlorine. It happens at the edge of things - where land meets ocean, where rock has been shaped by tide and time, where the water is cold and alive and connected to something much larger than a pool. It happens in places that were carved by volcanoes, built by hand during the Depression, or simply discovered one afternoon at the end of a rocky path.
They exist on almost every coastline in the world, and no two are alike. Some are grand civic monuments, art deco curves cut against a crashing surf. Some are nothing more than a hollow in the lava, filled twice a day by the Atlantic. Some are free, some are heritage listed, some require a scramble down a cliff to reach. What they share is harder to define - a quality of place, of wildness held just barely in check, of swimming that feels like it actually means something.
This is a celebration of the best of them. From the sun-bleached rock pools of Australia to the volcanic coastlines of Iceland and Madeira, from the lidos of Cornwall to a hidden lagoon on a Greek island most people haven't heard of - these are the pools worth travelling for. Bring a towel. The water's cold. Get in anyway!

The World's Best Sea Pools

There’s something about the start of a new year that makes everything feel possible - a blank page and a gentle reset. I’m not one for dramatic reinvention, but I am big on getting organised early, so the year doesn’t run away with me. Every January, I print out my weekly planning sheets, map out the months ahead, and pin up my A0 calendar so that 2026 feels visible, and therefore manageable. This year, I’m adding a misogi into my planning to get the most out of my year - one big, slightly daunting goal that sits outside the day-to-day and makes the year feel directional. I’m also pencilling in mini breaks early, so there’s rest built in before everything fills up. Here’s what I’m using to plan 2026!

How To Plan Your 2026

For all your gifting moments with the bookworm in your life! For the friend who always has a book in their bag. Think a new book from Phaidon or Gestalten to spark their next deep dive, a bookshelf from Mustard Made or Six Dots for their ever-growing collection, or a pair of bookends to keep their latest favourites standing tall.

Gifting for Bookworms

Sagittarius season (November 22 – December 21) invites adventure, expansion, and discovery.
Represented by the archer, Sagittarians are guided by curiosity, optimism, and an unshakable quest for truth. They are drawn to experiences and objects that spark freedom, exploration, and meaning - things that open the mind and broaden horizons. Sagittarians thrive in spaces that feel open and alive, filled with light, laughter, and a sense of possibility. With warmth, wit, and a fearless spirit, Sagittarius infuse their relationships, and their homes, with adventure, honesty, and an infectious zest for life.

Sagittarius Gifting

For the nature lover who feels most at peace surrounded by the outdoors, discover gifts that bring the beauty of nature home. Think gardening books filled with inspiration, packets of seeds ready to bloom, botanical prints, and handwoven baskets that echo the textures of the wild. Each piece is rooted in nature’s tones and rhythms - designed to ground, calm, and reconnect. Perfect for those who cherish morning light, open windows, and time spent outdoors, these gifts celebrate the quiet magic of the natural world and the joy of watching things grow.

Gifting For Nature Lovers

For the homebody who finds joy in the simple pleasures of staying in, discover gifts that make every moment at home feel special. Think glassware for slow Sunday breakfasts, soft throws for cozy evenings, and candles that fill the room with calm. Each piece is crafted to bring warmth, beauty, and intention to their home - perfect for those who treasure quiet rituals and thoughtful design. Whether it’s for a friend, a loved one, or yourself, these gifts celebrate the art of slowing down and finding comfort in the everyday.

Gifting For Homebodies

We’re fascinated by the curious ritual of reading, and how allowing our inner world to collide with the imagination, wisdom and learnings of others can bring both necessary guidance and absorbing distraction during every phase of life. We checked in with award-winning podcaster, actor, improviser and newly published author, Cariad Lloyd, to learn more about her relationship with reading, the inspiration behind her new book, You Are Not Alone, and the Glassette items she adores most as part of her perfect reading nook. 

Reading Rituals with Cariad Lloyd

Reading is an essential practice in the days of presenter & writer Emma Louise Boynton. Reading has allowed Emma to relish solitude; books are companions on her travels and days spent alone. Read Emma’s ode to reading and find out why she thinks the right book always finds you when you need it most. 

Emma Louise Boynton

An ode to precious time spent by the sea by author and broadcaster Fearne Cotton. Discover Fearne's cosy beach life essentials for bitter morning swims and impromptu picnics before the sun sets.

Fearne Cotton

We’re fascinated by the curious ritual of reading and how creating a space to read often can be an anchor in our days, weeks and months and how it can inspire the mundane with something magical. We take five minutes with author and journalist Yomi Adegoke to debate dog ears over bookmarks and discover how she prioritises reading as a way of learning and making sense of the world.