When it came to the specific pottery Nate Berkus spoke of in his Instagram video, he brought up an engraved plate sourced from Portugal, which he had found in the famed interiors store, Stork Club, based in Carvalhal. The plate being from the store co-owned by interior design legends Pierre Passebon and Jacques Grange meant it was already tastefully curated. For that reason, if you’re happy to splurge, heading to something similar the next time you travel isn’t a bad idea. That said, there are ways of getting around that if you’re willing to look around. 

The next time you travel — whether abroad or locally — search up the local artisans and check out their pottery. Things might not be curated in quite the same way as an interior designer would, but at the end of the day, you’ll know what suits your aesthetic (and what makes you the happiest to look at), better than anyone else. Plus, you’ll have a memento made by someone in the specific place you’ve traveled to. Just like that, you’ve got yourself a piece packed with meaning. 

Once you’ve picked your pottery, take a leaf from Berkus’ book and wrap it carefully in your clothing. It’ll be safe throughout the journey, and ready to decorate your home as soon as you walk through your front door. How’s that for a charming reminder of your travels?