THE EDIT: 10 KEY MOOD-BOOSTING BUYS

THE EDIT: 10 KEY MOOD-BOOSTING BUYS

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THE EDIT:

10 KEY MOOD-BOOSTING BUYS

Blue Monday getting you down? These ten buys will fill up your cup.

WORDS: MARNI ROSE MCFALL + HANNAH DUNN GRAPHICS: KAROLINA KRUPICKOVA

At FLANNELS, we strongly support your right to bring the most to your everyday. And sometimes in life, we just need a little extra. January is one of those times. And January’s peak, i.e., the dreaded Blue Monday is definitely one of those times. When the bleak midwinter rolls around, you can find us searching for any reasonable way to mainline serotonin into dark and dreary days. A little added je ne sais quoi. Be it through maximalist homeware, mood-boosting fragrances and statement styles. From Seletti to Prada and Tom Ford, get ready to boost your mood with these key buys.

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1. THE CHERRY-ON-TOP BAG

A real-life cherry on top, Coach have reissued their most-wanted Tabby shoulder bag in a super fun cherry print. The ideal finishing touch to any outfit, it’ll add a pop of fun to even the most mundane of looks. 

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2. THE COLOUR-POP CANDLES

Red and pink might be our favourite colour combination and this set of candles from The Colour Emporium has been dip dyed in the hues. Add to tablescapes, bedside tables or the bathroom to add an instant shot of colour to dull days. 

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3. THE FRINGED JACKET

At the forefront of the boho revival, Chloe is doing the most right now. Top of our wish lists from their latest collection? This beautiful leather jacket. A real statement piece, it features Western-inspired fringing, a high-shine leather finish and a cropped cut. Dopamine dressing at its finest. 

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4. THE CHIC BOOK

Want to escape from the comfort of your own home? Assouline’s series of travel books are just what the doctor ordered. And you can’t get chicer than the Amalfi Coast. Dive into pages of crystal-clear waters, Italian street style and epic architecture from your couch. The dream. 

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5. THE SUNSHINE TRAINERS

Coming in a mustard yellow, Nike has delivered their iconic LD-1000 Trainers in a shade made to spark joy. Finished off with a big orange swoosh, they deliver comfort, style and all the comforts of the past, tied up in one fun sneaker.

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6. THE PARTY-READY HEELS

The Christmas party season may be over for now, but the summer events season is fast-approaching (we promise). Get ahead of the game with a pair of Christian Louboutin’s Rosalie 100MM Sandals in a fun metallic silver, finished with their signature red sole, of course. 

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7. THE PINK MIRROR

“Mirror, mirror, on the wall, who’s the fairest of them all?” You are, of course. Ok Seletti’s 2025 iteration of a magical mirror might not speak back, but it does come with an ultra-loud neon pink light that’ll make your room glow. Magic in our eyes.

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8.THE MOOD-BOOSTING SCENT

Fragrances have the power to transport you to new places and influence your mood with just one spritz. And Tom Ford’s latest rose fragrance, Rose Exposed, does just that. Featuring white pepper, black leather and jasmine, alongside roses of course, it’s spicy, floral and leathery, all in one. 

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9.THE MICRO DOSE SKINCARE

Developed from mushrooms, kombucha and ashwaganda, Glow Hub’s Skin Trip Treatment Lotion boots hydration, skin health and gives a strong glow, whilst destressing the skin as it works. Sign us up.

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10.THE CULT LIP BALM

The viral lip balm c/o of Prada caused a stir on TikTok – and beyond - when it landed. Featuring an innovative lip-blushing formula, it adapts to your lips’ PH, transforming into the perfect shade of pink for your skin tone. Clever. 

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