The concept of beautifully crafted desk accessories has fallen from favour but this gorgeous Desk Set by Christian Ghion for XO could reverse that trend.

The set includes two paper trays, normally a very dull item that you wouldn’t have thought could be changed, but here the subtle change in shape and the use of colours, make them much more interesting. The trays, like the rest of the set, are made from ABS plastic in orange, hessian brown and grey, which give the set a retro dimension. Other items include a paperclip holder, pencil holder, pencil sharpener and tape dispenser.

As is so often the case, great design comes at a price, in this cost £170 if you buy it from Nest.

The Kundalini Pluto Suspension Light is not a vintage design, but merits its inclusion here by the insistence of its description that the shade is shaped to resemble an art deco hat.

This resemblance is easy to see, but not so obvious that the shade becomes a novelty item. The glass has been mouth blown so each shade will be unique.

You can buy the Pluto shade online from Utility Design for £207.