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Stephanie Stamatis’ picks

Flamingo Estate Tomato candle
One of my favourite olfactory memories is brushing against tomato vines in my grandfather’s garden and being surprised by the heady, vibrant, vegetal and peppery smell. That scent is beautifully captured in this Roma Heirloom Tomato candle from Flamingo Estate. It’s like a garden in summer, distilled. If my home were to have a signature scent, I would want it to be this forever. flamingoestate.com

E Nolan nine-carat gold blowfly pendant
Emily Nolan is such an exciting talent on the Melbourne fashion scene, offering made-to-measure suiting as well as read-to-wear garments with a f***k-you elegance that I really gravitate towards. Her signature talisman is the Aussie blowfly, now encapsulated in nine-carat gold – a perfectly quirky layering piece for those wanting to create a buzz with their look. It’s also available in sterling silver. enolan.com.au

Bode custom senior cord pillow
I am a bowerbird when it comes to folk crafts and outsider art, so I find the work of New York studio Bode so incredibly inspirational. Cut from antique fabrics – grain sacks, bed linens, Victorian quilts – each piece, be it homeware or clothing for a man, woman or child – is customised by one of Bode’s artists, who consults you through the whole process. I love the idea of adorning one of these beautiful cushions to give to a loved one. bode.com

Alex Eagle Columba garnet ring
I’m entering an Elvis moment right now (’70s Vegas era, to be precise) so my dainty jewellery is being retired for now. Enter this magnificent gold and garnet ring from my favourite London lifestyle brand. alexeagle.com

Still Life by Irving Penn
The absolute pinnacle for still-life inspiration, this classic was published in 2001 by Thames & Hudson. With so many iconic images in one book, it’s a lush gift for the visual artist in your life. amazon.com.au

Gohar linen
Laila Gohar has made the leap from food artist to homewares slinger with a collection of quirky and elegant pieces that I have been adding to my personal collection. This Italian-made tablecloth and napkin set is a must: crisp white with subtle embroidery and scalloping, it has all the makings of a future heirloom. lailagohar.com

Casa Bosque chocolate
I bought six of these for the look of the packaging alone, which is completely intentional on the part of Casa Bosque’s creators, who are committed to engaging all of our senses. But the chocolate is wonderful too: organic and ethically sourced and handmade in their atelier in Mexico City. My go-to stocking stuffer this year. casabosques.com

Moon Jar by Claudia Lau
Handmade by Melbourne ceramic artist Claudia Lau (and available at House Editions in Collingwood), each of these beautifully refined vessels is created using traditional materials and techniques and a bespoke glazing. Each piece feels elevated yet is truly usable in a domestic setting. house-editions.co

France-Soir gift card
I am a skilled gift giver, but I am a superlative feeder. When I can’t cook for my loved ones, I like to send them to places where I love eating. France-Soir is a cornerstone of the food scene in Melbourne, charming, bustling and wonderfully authentic. Filet de boeuf et frites, please! france-soir.com.au

‘Ode to an Egg’ print by Stephanie Stamatis x Phillip Huynh
I have made a few my pieces available online, including this print – a collaboration between myself and photographer Phil Huynh. Available at stephaniesomebody.com and printed to order in Melbourne on archival Canson rag paper.

Joseph Gardner’s picks

Handcrafted ceramic vessel by Astrid Salomon
A former fashion photographer who worked across Europe and North America for many years, the German-born, now Melbourne-based ceramicist Astrid Salomon creates clay vessels that are mysterious and sensual. An intriguing addition to any home. bastardceramics.com

Petra rug by Armadillo
Australian brand Armadillo has made its first foray into Berber-style rugs with its new Petra collection. Described as “a canvas for gentle rituals”, the rugs are hand-knotted from lush New Zealand wool made with a thick pile that feels so good underfoot. armadillo-co.com

Silver comb by Sophie Buhai
Cross-disciplinary Los Angeles designer Sophie Buhai creates heirloom quality jewellery and objects for the home from recycled and responsibly sourced sterling silver and gold. I particularly love the finetooth combs – and am not impartial to a personal toothpick. sophiebuhai.com

Ink fragrance by Perfumer H
British perfumer Lynn Harris established her scent house in 2015, and I have been a fan since the beginning. I particularly relish Ink, which is described as “the cerebral scent of blue ink on white paper”, conjuring late nights in dimly lit libraries. perfumerh.com

Floris Wubben ceramic table
My partner and I had the pleasure of meeting Floris at his Amsterdam studio last year. Over the years we had acquired a few of his pieces for our own personal collection so it was incredible to witness his fascinating ceramic extrusion process firsthand. This table would be the ultimate addition to our home. floriswubben.com

Charlotte Perriand wall lamp
Charlotte Perriand was very much inspired by her childhood in the French Alps in the early 20th century, so to unearth this 1960s work made from aluminium, and in Germany to boot, makes for a compelling curio. We sourced this rare wall lamp in Paris for Studio Gardner earlier in the year – it will be very hard to part with!

Untitled (mirror painting) by Coen Young
Confusing, alluring and totally captivating, a Mirror painting composed of silver nitrate, marble dust and enamel is an absolute frontrunner on my wish list. Young is represented by Fox Jensen gallery in Sydney. jensen.gallery.com

Margiela Tabi loafers
Any shoe that confuses your parents is a winner in my book. The first tabi boot surfaced on the Martin Margiela runway back in 1988, with inspiration dating back to 15th-century Japan, where split-toe socks were thought to promote holistic and physical balance. This loafer style ticks all my boxes. maisonmargiela.com

Grass-seated chairs by George Nakashima
Possibly my favourite dining chair of all time. Designed by master woodworker, architect and furniture maker George Nakashima, it was originally handcrafted in American walnut and seagrass in the 1960s. If you’re lucky, you can still source original pieces from the era – otherwise it’s still in production. Timeless. nakashimawoodworkers.com

Brass book weight by Studio Henry Wilson
Sydney designer Henry Wilson has crafted the perfect page-keeper in solid
raw brass. It’s the piece you never knew you needed until you have one; perfect for that person who has everything. studiohenrywilson.com

Monument light sculptures by Sarah Nedovic
Sarah Nedovic exhibited her Monument ceramic lighting at Melbourne Design Week in March in a beautiful installation devised with Stematis. Inspired by the sculptural Spomenik monuments in the former Yugoslavia, the flute-like sculptures were one of my highlights from the week, putting them firmly on my wishlist. sarahnedovic.com

Cappellini Tube Chair by Joe Colombo
One of the most sculptural pieces of furniture ever created, the Tube Chair is just as compelling today as it was when it was launched in 1969. Keep your eyes out for an original version, which do pop up from time to time. If not, the good news is: it’s still in production. cappellini.com