From slow Sunday baking to a skincare ritual grounded in Ayurvedic heritage, handmade mugs to aesthetic dog beds, the Breathe team gathers six slow-living pieces that bring calm, care, and craft to everyday life.
Slow living is more than a mindfulness trend in a hurried world; it’s a conscious choice to move with intention and turn ordinary moments into small acts of care. It shows up in the way we bake, brew, dress ourselves, and share our homes with the ones we love – from the family dog to the plants on the windowsill. The pieces in this edit are chosen for how they shape a slow way of being at home: made to last, made to be used, made to invite pause. Whether you’re refreshing your rituals, curating a calmer space, or treating someone you love, let these wellbeing finds bring beauty, intention, and joy to the days ahead.
Single Propagation Vase by Studio Milligram
This elegant propagation vase is more than a decorative object; it’s a sculptural piece that celebrates the beauty of growth and renewal. Designed to hold a single cutting or bulb, it gently supports new roots as they begin to stretch and form, visible through borosilicate glass. A subtle balance of form and function, it invites moments of pause and curiosity, bringing natural beauty to any corner of your space.
$34.99, available at www.milligram.com
Marshmallow Dog Bed by Ineshi
Beautifully designed and made by hand, these beds are created with both dogs and owners in mind, balancing comfort with considered design. Raised walls create a sense of security, while an orthopaedic memory foam mattress and solid pine base with 360° airflow provide stable support. Wrapped in a soft, textured boucle cover to complement any interior, it’s finished with waterproof lining and a removable, machine-washable outer cover, creating a space that feels both restful and refined.
From $255.00, available at www.ineshi.com.au
Evergreen Tilt-Head Stand Mixer by KitchenAid
Ground yourself in natural elements with this deep forest green and walnut wood bowl stand mixer – each one unique in grain and character. With 10 speeds, planetary mixing action for even results, and stainless-steel accessories including a wire whisk, flat beater, and dough hook, it makes light work of everything from bread to meringue. Designed to be admired, this statement piece will bring both beauty and function into the heart of your kitchen.
$1,099.00, available at www.kitchenaid.com.au
The Plant Society Design Handbook by Jason Chongue
Nurture a sense of calm and creativity in your home with this inspirational guide to plant styling. Filled with practical tips, easy-to-follow layouts, and horticultural advice, it demonstrates how greenery can transform even the smallest space into an inviting sanctuary. From playful plant groupings to thoughtful design details, each page invites you to contemplate, experiment, and reconnect with nature. This handbook is the perfect companion for creating a home that feels beautiful, alive, and cared for.
$45.00, available at www.theplantsociety.com.au
Ariel Mug by Few & Far
Slow down and savour the moment with this beautifully crafted ceramic mug. Bringing artistry to your cup of tea, coffee, or cocoa, its sculptural form is designed to be held, used, and enjoyed daily. Handmade and gilded around the rim and handle, each mug is unique. The durable finish makes it as practical as it is expressive, turning an everyday pause into something worth looking forward to, one sip at a time.
$24.95, available at www.fewandfar.com.au
Clarity Skincare Ritual by AyurScience
Grounded in Ayurvedic heritage, this four-step skincare ritual is the invigorating start your skin – and your day – deserves. The plant-based regime targets pigmentation, uneven skin tone, and dullness using an amla and tulsi herbal complex alongside fruit extracts and essential oils. The creme cleanser, radiance serum, moisturiser, and energising mask work together to brighten, refine, and strengthen the skin barrier. Combining ancient wisdom and modern science, this is skincare designed to bring a spa-like experience to every morning.
$149.00, available at www.ayurscience.com.au
