Eva Karayiannis’s Favorite Things

“Mohair has an incredible way of absorbing colour – it’s so rich. A throw like this is a beautiful touch in any home.”

“I love the nostalgia of an old-fashioned camera, and black-and-white imagery really resonates with me personally. It makes a great gift.”

“I’m drawn to the old-fashioned pharmaceutical packaging and the beautiful use of porcelain.”

“Helen Levitt captured children so beautifully. I love the historical references in her photographs – to people, and to childhood.”

“I’d love to ride this around London. I like bikes for riding, not racing – and the leather handles and saddle are a luxurious touch.”

“Isn’t this fun? It would cheer me up every day – it makes a simple moment more special.”

“Everyone needs a good picnic hamper – and in London, a waterproof blanket is a clever touch for picnics in the park.”

“There’s a playfulness to this, and it’s super-functional too. For me, that’s the best combination in design.”

“I love Japanese colour combinations – they inspire my work. This actually looks like the mood board in my studio.”

“Roll-necks are effortless and elegant, and that touch of stripe runs through the whole collection, for women and children. Comfortable, but refined.”

“At Caramel we’re known for our prints – we design them specifically for each collection, and they become collectable. This one, created for Zara, is all little bouquets of flowers that feel very special. Wear it as a roll-neck, or just as a touch in the little scarf.”

“We’ve worked with a brilliant Scottish maker for years, and the pleats are done by hand. It’s traditional, yet modern.”