From the most sought-after interior item to the newest opening of your favourite coffee connoisseur, see what’s trending in London this December.

The Trendy Duo Behind Assieds-Toii

Parsons School of Design alumni and cofounders to the London-based interior brand Assieds-Toii, Haya Hizami and Isabella Townsley have been causing a stir in the capital thanks to their clever designs of items you can sit on. Coming in all shades and patterns under the sun and two adorable sizes, the must-have item of the season is Assieds-Toii’s viral mushroom stool. To fans already amassed by the young brand, the new It-Girl status symbol — now also available in Selfridges made of deadstock from grandes maisons — is the interior equivalent to the Fendi Baguette in the Carrie Bradshaw era.

“What makes our pieces more than just vintage furniture, is how we bring to the table our fashion focused backgrounds,” comment Hizami and Townsley, “This injection of very current, bold prints, colors and materials, results in an entirely unique piece.”

U Beauty x Akasha at Hotel Café Royal

Make the most of this festive season by treating yourself to something special. The Set Collection is the first international hotel group to offer spa treatments in partnership with the esteemed skincare brand U Beauty. Available at the Akasha spa at Hotel Café Royal, four signature treatments — U Beauty Precision Glow Facial, U Beauty Siren Glow Facial, U Beauty Signature Sculpt Treatment, and U Beauty Body Resurfacing Treatment — are designed to provide guests and visitors with the ultimate relaxation and glow for both the face and body.

The spa offerings with U Beauty are also available at other founding member hotels of The Set Collection: Hotel Lutetia in Paris and Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam.

RIXO Launches Try Before You Buy Service

RIXO, the London-based brand loved for its vintage-inspired, form-flattering dresses, has launched a Try Before You Buy service powered by Harper. Just in time for the busy holiday season, the first of its kind service in the UK will allow domestic customers to seamlessly try their favorite RIXO pieces at home without a financial burden. “We know our customers want to be savvy, getting the perfect dress, the first time, with no waiting for exchange and return,” Orlagh McCloskey, cofounder of RIXO comments. “There is no substitute for trying on RIXO to understand what size and cuts suit your body and being able to try them with your existing wardrobe.” The RIXO Try Before You Buy service also eliminates the back-and-forth deliveries required for exchanges, and allows for one delivery and one return, providing consumers with convenience whilst promoting sustainability.

TOKii’s Seasonal Omakase at The Prince Akatoki London

Forget turkey and Christmas pudding, upgrade your December to Festive Season 2.0 with TOKii’s seasonal omakase experience at The Prince Akayoki London located in the capital’s trendy Marylebone. Transporting your senses to the tranquility of Japan, TOKii’s Omakase Experience offers an immersive 11-dish blind tasting menu at the restaurant’s intimate six-seat sushi counter. Staying true to the omakase style and for complete authenticity, the 11-dish menu will not be revealed before dining, however diners can expect creative fusions on traditional dishes, built on a foundation of impeccable sourcing of the finest, seasonal ingredients such as oyster, scallop, sea bass, eel, salmon, wagyu, miso and yuzu.

Holiday Shopping at Roxanne First’s London Store

Holiday shopping just got more fun. Loved for her colorful and joy-inspiring jewelry pieces made for layering, Roxanne First — designer and founder of her namesake brand — has opened her debut London store in line with the label’s 5th anniversary. The go-to location for personalized jewelry, the store also has a small pop-up space for other brands loved by Roxanne herself, allowing shoppers to fully immerse themselves in the Roxanne First experience.

Wellbeing and Aesthetics at By Dr. Vali

Discreetly tucked away on the second floor of Selfridges, the By Dr. Vali 360 Experiential Centre marks the department store’s first foray into the world of wellbeing. With over twenty years’ experience, Dr. Vali’s latest venture offers customers future-facing innovation through medical expertise across beauty and wellness. Meticulously designed, the space at By Dr. Vali features a biohacking bar with treatment rooms offering customers comfort and privacy across five key areas: skin, face, hair, body, and wellness.

Enjoy the bespoke program that’ll deliver what you want the most this winter, let it be laser-sharp focus, unbeatable sleep, makeup free skin, or thick hair.

FLOWERBX’s First Store at Corinthia London

There’s more reason now to visit one of the capital city’s favorite luxury hotels. FLOWERBX, the global luxury flower brand known for its elegant offerings and seamless deliveries, has launched its first-ever permanent shop at Corinthia London. In addition to offering an impressive array of single stem seasonal bouquets, FLOWERBX will showcase a diverse range of products hand-selected by Whitney Bromberg Hawkings, the brand’s founder and CEO. Right through the festive period and more, seasonal floral arrangements will be created by FLOWERBX throughout the hotel to elevate the holiday ambiance, with limited-edition activations with like-minded brands for guests.

IV Infusions with Optimise Health

With the holiday calendar getting fuller each day and the flu season officially starting, maintaining a strong immune system and combating early signs of sickness has never been more important. A digital health concierge operating all around London, Optimise Health is founded by Ina Dimitrova and offers functional and regenerative medicine with a holistic approach. With a team of doctors and experts catering to patient onboarding and care with extensive testing, the service provides a full spectrum of solutions focused on achieving optimal health and longevity. Enjoy an immunity health-boosting IV infusions such as NAD+ at the comfort of your home this month, and ensure you are healthy and energetic throughout the festive season.

Coffee and More at Lavazza London Flagship Store

One of the world’s most acclaimed coffee brands, the Italian brand Lavazza just opened its flagship store in London. Taking inspiration from its original Milan site and having engaged with renowned names including Pastry Chef Marco Pedron and Michelin-starred chef Federico Zanasi, the new store transforms coffee into more than just one of the most popular drinks by creating a unique consumer journey through three spaces: the Caffetteria, the Pasticceria, and the Gastronomia.

This December, grab a coffee-based cocktail at Lavazza to go with the homemade savoury Maritozzo with burrata and crispy octopus, and fully take in the holiday spirit in the capital.

Kerazzon Haircare at Michael John Guzzon

With 25 years of experience under his belt, Michael John Guzzon launched his eponymous location in London’s trendy Notting Hill with a new and disruptive proposition for the salon market. Known for his signature Kerazzon treatment targeting frizziness and dryness, Guzzon eliminates harsh chemicals to target hair’s internal health and wellness, putting quality at the forefront to bring out the hair’s natural beauty. “I want to guide people on a path to give a new lifestyle for their hair,” says Guzzon. “I see clients reaching the full potential of their hair, becoming empowered by their own beauty and self-confidence. Everything we do is about helping our clients to achieve that feeling.” Book your treatment today for that uplifted, smooth, and luxurious holiday feeling.