Digging through the market’s myriad options for that perfect something—be it a big-ticket item or a small (but statement-making) detail—can be more than a bit overwhelming. That’s why we’ve done the hard work for you, scouring the globe for the best of the best: The Short List!
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A little color goes a long way. And these pretty objects in soft shades are anything but saccharine.

“The New Herbal of 1543”
Taschen, $30, theline.com

Miel de Lavande Provence Soap
Bastide, $8, bastide.com

Italian Stapler
Ellepi Klizia, $28, plain-goods.com

Chalk Set in Wooden Box
Fredericks & Mae, $25, themaryn.com

Unison Mix Carafe
Schneid, $290, stillfried.com

Le Creuset Signature Round Dutch Oven, 7.25 qt
Le Creuset, $369.95, surlatable.com

Dipping Bowl
Mud Australia, $41, mudaustralia.com

Shells Rectangle Tray
John Derian, $396, jaysonhome.com

Carnets d’Equateur Tea Box
Hermès, $1050, hermes.com

Fig. AG Blue Ceramic Vase
Canoa, $246, themaryn.com

Copper, Brass, and Enamel Colored Louise Trays
Hawkins New York, $50-$120, food52.com