This Week’s TTCME Edit: Collected, Cozy, and a Touch Indulgent
There’s a particular kind of beauty to December—the way the light softens, the way our homes feel a little more lived-in, a little more layered. This week’s edit leans into that mood: pieces that feel storied, sculptural, and slightly magical. From a swan-shaped treasure for your bar cart to a winter landscape that belongs beside a crackling fire, each find adds depth, texture, and a sense of discovery to the season. Consider this your curated moment of calm in the holiday swirl—an invitation to slow down, savor, and surround yourself with things that feel intentional.
Vintage Swan Ice Bucket
Part sculpture, part bar essential, this vintage swan ice bucket is the kind of piece that instantly transforms a tablescape. The patinated metal, the graceful curve of the neck, the way it catches candlelight—it brings a romantic, Old-World charm to any gathering. Style it with ice for actual use, or fill it with blooms or greenery for a centerpiece that feels both whimsical and wildly chic.
Vintage Diamonds
There’s something quietly powerful about vintage diamonds—their soft brilliance, their lived-in glow, the stories they’ve carried through decades. These pieces feel intimate and enduring, the opposite of fast-fashion sparkle. Whether worn daily or saved for special occasions, they add a layer of refinement that feels personal rather than performative.
Luxe Shearling Swing Coat
A winter staple elevated to heirloom status. This luxe shearling swing coat drapes beautifully, offering warmth without weight and structure without stiffness. The silhouette feels nostalgic in the best way—sweeping, feminine, effortlessly glamorous. It’s the coat you throw on for school drop-off or a holiday dinner and somehow look instantly put-together.
Vintage Winter Riverside Oil Painting
A moody winter landscape rendered in icy blues and soft neutrals, this painting captures that quiet stillness that only winter can offer. The frozen river, the arched bridge, the delicate brushstrokes—all of it creates an atmosphere of calm and contemplation. Hung in an entryway, dining room, or above a vintage chest, it adds depth and a whisper of nostalgia to any collected interior.
Wine Bow
The simplest way to elevate a bottle into a gesture. This satin bow wraps around wine, olive oil, gifts, even chair backs at holiday dinners. It instantly adds a festive, feminine finish that feels thoughtful without trying too hard. A small detail that makes your hosting (and gifting) feel undeniably charming.
Marini Chandelier
Sculptural and whisper-soft in its glow, the Marini chandelier is a modern classic. Its curved silhouette brings a quiet drama to any room, while its warm diffusion of light sets the tone for slow dinners and late-night conversations. It’s the kind of piece that grounds a space—artful, elevated, and endlessly versatile.
If you loved this edit, explore Notebook No. 3 or Notebook No. 4 for more curated design finds and interior inspiration.
xx Meghan
