When I meet people at markets or events, I enjoy chatting about the products I stock, why and how I chose them.
It's because I believe that being socially and ethically responsible with our buying decisions doesn't have to be bland and beige.
I say , "we can have nice things, but they don't have to cost the Earth".
It's inspired this frugal guide to feeling fancy at home, with everyday eco-luxe pieces from the Hen's Tooth Collections.
Being bougie, but making it sustainable. These small switches come with some big smug energy.
Here are my ten quick wins for a eco-luxe, boutique hotel vibes at home.
1. Cloth Napkins
Swap plastic wrapped, soggy paper napkins for cotton or linen.
A small touch that instantly elevates your evening meals from boring midweek dinner to intimate bistro date.
Bonus bougie: light candles, too.
You can even bring in the chilled beats from a hidden Bluetooth Speaker.
Instant romance with very little effort.
2. Washcloths Instead of Plastic Sponges
Hotel‑core activated. Soft cotton cloths feel nicer, last longer, and avoid the microplastic nightmare of disposable sponges. A simple, sustainable swap in both the kitchen and the bathroom.
3. Houseplants (in Proper Pots!)
Plants boost mood, improve air quality, and make any room feel alive. Make them fancier by hiding the ugly plastic pot inside a ceramic one that matches your colour palette. Instant boutique vibes.
Bonus bougie: pair with colour coordinated macramé for extra boho whimsy
4. Solid Shampoo Bars in Pretty Tins
No more lurid plastic bottles ruining your bathroom aesthetic. Solid bars look chic, last ages, and cut down on waste.
5. Throws to Refresh Old Furniture
A luxurious cotton throw (like the Pario Throws) can transform tired furniture. Choose natural fibres and colours that add warmth, texture, and a pop of joyful colour and personality.
I have this hot pink little beauty draped over my tired, old, grey - but very comfy - office chair for a statement pop in a small room.
6. A Book Cushion on the Bed
Display your current read on a cushion. It looks intellectual, encourages bedtime reading over doom‑scrolling, and adds a styled, layered look.
Bonus points if it tones with your other cushions and a Pario throw.
7. Scented Candles Over Plug‑Ins
Plastic plug‑ins smell… synthetic.
Natural soy candles with essential oils smell divine, look beautiful, and avoid the chemical fog. Plus, no sooty residue.
Better still, choose a quirky oil burner for a joyful feature and burn wax melts or drop essential oils into the reservoir with a little water.
8. A Signature Home Scent
Make it even posher by having a seasonal, signature scent for your spaces. Whether it’s a diffuser, candle, or essential oil blend, having a consistent scent makes your home feel curated and memorable.
You can switch it up each season, too - fresh, citrus & crisp for spring. Sultry florals or rose blends for summer. Woody spices for autumn. Pine, orange & festive indulgence for winter.
With a variety of oils to blend with, you can get creative with scented alchemy.
Our Aromatherapy Essential Oils set is ideal to experiment with your own blends.
9. Matching Glass Jars for Pantry Staples
Decanting your pasta, rice, and oats into glass jars makes your kitchen look like a lifestyle magazine spread. Zero‑waste shops make refilling easy. Get your Instagramable pantry jars from our Storage Collection.
10. A Beautiful Mug for Your Morning Brew
The right mug always makes your tea or coffee taste better. Something cute, tactile or chunky - our favourite mug is a personal thing, a tiny luxury you use every day.
I absolutely love the mushroom mug, it's deceptively big, looks fancy drinking from glass and the spotty lid keeps it warm on my desk when I get stuck in the zone and forget to drink.
Little Luxuries That Don’t Cost the Earth
These affordable ways to feel fancy, give you a luxe look without the luxe price tag. They are intentional, sustainable, and a teeny bit posh.
It's time for a slow-living glow-up, with the help of Hen's Tooth.