10 AUTUMN HOMEWARE MUST-HAVES

FROM RECYCLED VELVET FABRIC TO STATEMENT SIDE SEATS, HERE'S THE ITEMS MAKING THE TOP OF OUR WISH LIST THIS SEASON

1 AUTUMN GATHERINGS

Meri Meri is our go-to for seriously stylish party tablescapes, and now we can be sure our conscience is clear too, with compostable partyware and bamboo tableware for all your Halloween and bonfire night gatherings. This earthy-hued collection of scalloped side and dinner plates and tumblers are durable, dishwasher safe and suitable for hot food, so they'll be part of your party, camping and picnic repertoire for years to come.

Multicolour Reusable Bamboo Small Plates, £31 for six; Large Plates, £48 for six and Cups, £24 for six, www.merimeri.co.uk

2 CALLING ALL ASPIRING MAXIMALISTS

Described as the handbook for maximalists, Siobhan Murphy's book More is More Décor will show you how to fully embrace a colourful, creative home. The BBC Interior Design Masters' finalist teaches you to mix colour, texture, pattern and prints to create a home that truly reflects your personality.

Siobhan covers the basics of maximalism; taking inspiration from key interiors influencers, past trends and places you've visited; and how to put together your own mood boards.

More is More Décor by Siobhan Murphy (Studio Press), £25, uk.bookshop.org

3 STRIKING ACCESSORY

Make sure you're never without a light for your candles by treating yourself to Jonathan Adler's perfect-for-autumn match holder. The frictional ceramic base means you can strike a match anywhere on the ornament for easy lighting. We love this cheeky squirrel and acorn, but the quirky range also includes mowhawk, kangaroo, elephant, ice cream cone and smoking pipe holders.

Squirrel Match Strike, £45, www.jonathanadler.com

4 STYLISH SIDE SEAT