Time for Tea: La Cafetière Oriental Berry Tea Set

Like my shoes, stationery and everything else in my house, I like my teapots and crockery covered, if at all possible, in polka-dots, anchors and cartoons of curvy pin-ups.

But if you're more into chic simplicity, this bright red tea set by La Cafetière is likely to suit you to a tee. The unfussy design, handle-less cups and the teapot's platinum handle give it a sweetly authentic oriental feel, whilst the bright colour makes it more modern and means it'd be at home in both contemporary and traditional kitchens.

Best of all, it's a total bargain at £25 for the teapot and four matching teacups in a gorgeous gift box, from Red Candy.