THE VINTAGE PARLOUR
Add some visual interest to your dinner soirees with vintage-style crockery – from ceramic teacups to glass decanters – from The Vintage Parlour, which sells decorative designs from South Africa, India and Turkey. You’ll find intricately carved mirrors from 1940s to 1950s’ New York, and can expect new designs every six months.

“When I source, I ask myself: ‘Is this something you can find in a French countryside home?’ There must be a certain charm that reminds you of the yesteryears,” says founder Lena Kamarudin-Tambunan. check it out at www.thevintageparloursg.com.

ARCLIQUE
Siblings Sze Ying and Jun Zhe come from a family of signmakers, which explains their natural inclination towards materials like acrylic and vinyl stickers. Together, they form Arclique, a bespoke home accessories brand (it even customises products for weddings!) that also sells ready-made items such as acrylic tissue boxes and a quirky Ostrich Midriff shelf.
 

Arclique is experimenting with wood and aluminium, too, so look out for mixed-medium and one-off designs soon. Check it out at www.arclique.com.

HOTEL & HOME
“Anyone who appreciates uncommon and offbeat items will love our handmade ceramics, glassware and metalware,” says co-founder Farah See. The label’s highly curated items (some are personal collections from their travels to Norway, Indonesia and Japan) are made using traditional techniques, and feature raw and unusual textures. 

Hotel & Home's next stop? Jingdezhen — the porcelain capital of China. Check it out at www.hotelhomeshop.com.

KIYOLO
The simple yet charming homeware in Kiyolo show how even the smallest detail can change the style and look of a space. Unconventional pieces, like the Lotus cotton bud holder and Zakka test tube plant rack (pictured below), will add a twist to the barest spaces.

 Products are reasonably priced, too, as the Kiyolo team sources directly from factories and independent makers from all over the world. Check it out at www.kiyolo.com.

DECORDINARY
Both kids and kidults will love Decordinary’s whimsical pieces. Bestsellers include the Daisy teen chair (pictured, available in vibrant colours like mauve and yellow), and the wide range of eco-friendly, flora and fauna-inspired wallpapers by award-winning designer Sian Zeng. 

It’s definitely a one-stop shop for injecting elements of fun into your home. Check it out at www.decordinary.com.

DECORIIA
If you’re on the hunt for accent pieces in the patternheavy and luxurious Art Deco or Hollywood Regency styles, head over to Decoriia. With a penchant for the glitz and glam, this online store-cuminterior styling brand offers handcrafted pieces from Singapore and Europe. 

“We like eclectic pieces that can easily blend into every home – classic monochromatic pieces, and the gold and shiny, are must-haves!” says founder Mariam Husin. Check it out at www.decoriia.com.

EAT & SIP
A treasure trove of artisanal tableware, Eat & Sip is a multi-label store that works with independent ceramicists from around the globe. Its collection of functional art ranges from the organic-looking Stormy Seas plates by British potter Kara Ford and eye-catching Wave plates by Amelia Kingston, to the delightful “face” mugs by Israeli makers Nadya and Dima Gurevich. 

Keep your eyes peeled for an upcoming collection of planters. Check it out at www.eatandsip.co.

CUCKOO 
Kids outgrow their furniture pretty fast, so opt for sophisticated (yet practical and fun) pieces that will last them longer. The contemporary pieces at Cuckoo, a multi-label children’s lifestyle store, are ideal for style-conscious families. You’ll find Camomile bedding and linen from the UK, Oliver B loft beds and cradles from Italy, and partyware from US brand Meri Meri. 

Many of its brands are eco-friendly and sustainable, too; Armadillo & Co rugs are handwoven in India, providing employment in local villages. Check it out at www.cuckoolittlelifestyle.com.