18 Of The Most Uplifting Buys To Brighten Your Weekend, Starting From £3

Happy pieces for your home, wardrobe & mind.

Uplifting buys to brighten your mood

by Sophie Henderson |
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It’s safe to say it’s been a tough couple of months and this week has been absolutely no exception. Added to that, Mother Nature has officially announced the arrival of the cold, rain and not forgetting grey skies. It’s no surprise, then, that we’re all feeling a little dreary.

In an attempt to brighten our outlooks, we’ve hunted the best mood-boosting buys to brighten up your home, mind or wardrobe that won’t cost a fortune. Because if we’ve learnt anything it’s that a pick-me-up purchase, no matter how big or small can really help with the happy vibes.

The collar has been centre stage for the last couple of months and by the look of the new items dropping on the high street, that isn’t about to change. Playful clothes that also have purpose feel like the most exciting thing we want to wear right now. Whether that’s an XXL collar that’s smart enough for conference calls, a pastel printed blouse or colour-splash earrings, something that certifies a smile when you catch yourself in the mirror is a winner in our books.

We’ve all become a little interior obsessed and it’s now more important than ever to love our space. That by no means requires an interiors overhaul – far from it. Something small with great impact could be just the thing that makes you want to spend time in a space. A colourful piece of wall art or quirky candle could be just the ticket.

For many of us, leaving British soil hasn’t been an option this year. Enter Assouline’s travel collections. Although they’re an investment, you can count flicking through these as the ultimate moment of escapism, with insight from local artists, creatives and insiders. Treat them as your luxury travel guide. They’re also excellent at brightening up your bookshelves.

Hopefully you’ll find something to brighten your mood among our favourite 18 uplifting buys below. Happy shopping (literally).

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SHOP: Feel good buys

Zara Home, basket with a large handle, £25.991 of 18

Zara Home, basket with a large handle, £25.99

Zara, Sweater with a ruffled Peter Pan collar, £25.992 of 18

Zara, Sweater with a ruffled Peter Pan collar, £25.99

Kule, Smile Sock, $283 of 18

Kule, Smile Sock, $28

Oliver Bonas, Lasi Blue & Pink Glass Diffuser Vessel, WAS £7, NOW £3.504 of 18

Oliver Bonas, Lasi Blue & Pink Glass Diffuser Vessel, WAS £7, NOW £3.50

COS, JONATHAN LAWES PEONY PRINT, £595 of 18

COS, JONATHAN LAWES PEONY PRINT, £59

GANNI, Balloon-sleeve checked cotton-blend seersucker top, £1556 of 18

GANNI, Balloon-sleeve checked cotton-blend seersucker top, £155

GANNI, Checked cotton-blend seersucker shorts, £1157 of 18
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GANNI, Checked cotton-blend seersucker shorts, £115

COS,  JONATHAN LAWES THISTLE PRINT, £598 of 18

COS, JONATHAN LAWES THISTLE PRINT, £59

Arket, Oversized Hoodie, £699 of 18

Arket, Oversized Hoodie, £69

Toast, STRIPE COTTON PYJAMAS, £11510 of 18

Toast, STRIPE COTTON PYJAMAS, £115

Missoni Home, Multicoloured Torta Candle, £38011 of 18

Missoni Home, Multicoloured Torta Candle, £380

H&M, Tasselled cushion cover, £12.9912 of 18

H&M, Tasselled cushion cover, £12.99

Assouline, Marrakesh Flair, u20ac9513 of 18

Assouline, Marrakesh Flair, €95

PALOMA WOOL, Rafting Crystal Drop Earrings, £40.0014 of 18

PALOMA WOOL, Rafting Crystal Drop Earrings, £40.00

LIBERTY LONDON, Poppy and Daisy Linen Napkins Set of Four, £50.0015 of 18

LIBERTY LONDON, Poppy and Daisy Linen Napkins Set of Four, £50.00

CandleHand, OK - Hand Gesture Candle, £34.9516 of 18

CandleHand, OK - Hand Gesture Candle, £34.95

Arket, Linnea Andersson Blanket, £6917 of 18

Arket, Linnea Andersson Blanket, £69

Mango, Gathered leather ballerina, £59.9918 of 18

Mango, Gathered leather ballerina, £59.99

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