In our final ISSIMO Edit for the year, we’re delighted to share a moment of calm with Choosing Keeping Founder and Owner, Julia Jeuvell. Having recently worked closely with Julia to develop our vibrant new ISSIMO X Choosing Keeping stationery collection, we’ve come to admire her approach to balancing work, life and the end-of-year madness to ensure we leave some precious time for ourselves.
From timeless pyjamas to cosy loafers and luxe bed sheets, Julia’s product wishlist redefines the ‘art’ of rest and relaxation amidst the madness of the holiday season. For Julia, it’s all about quality materials and feel-good colours that inspire a sense of comfort and wellbeing. It’s true – creativity flows, inspiration strikes, and you’re more likely to appreciate life’s simple pleasures when you’re more relaxed. The holidays are the perfect time! Read on to discover more.
ISSIMO X Schostal
Unisex Pyjama Bordeaux & Olive Green
When you’re very busy and life is chaotic, sleep becomes a privilege. I want bedtime to be civilised and luxurious, and there’s nothing better than traditional pyjamas with a high thread count. I’m used to buying mine in all-white stripes, but I love this style with the Bordeaux stripes for the holidays.
ISSIMO X Allagiulia
Artisanal Brick Embroidery Loafers
Another important Italian product is Venetian slippers, which are especially great at Christmas time when lounging around. I have selected this burnt orange pair because I think that’s a very festive colour.
ISSIMO X Frette
La Posta Vecchia Bed Set
Still on the theme of relaxation, fine cotton white sheets are intently peaceful, better than any pattern, or worse, solid coloured sheets. They give that feeling of staying at a beautiful hotel, where the beds are starched and room service awaits!
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Glass Vespa Christmas Decoration
Being the owner of a shop that sells so many ornaments at Christmas, I’m partial to a bit of blown glass. In my opinion, it makes a great present – unexpected, funny and not wholly useful, which is good for a treat!
ISSIMO x Choosing Keeping
Lemons Notebook
Of course, everyone loves stationery and this collaboration with ISSIMO is all about a celebration of the Amalfi coast and Italy. This book makes the perfect keepsake to hold all your holiday memories and photographs.
ISSIMO x Choosing Keeping
Apricots Watercolour
Easy to use straight out of the box, this set of colours was designed with the Italian landscape in mind. Saturated and rich tones – a melding of hot sun, Mediterranean blues, Hibiscus pink and gold reflecting Renaissance decadence. It’s a paint palette fit for capturing the essence of Italy.
