Why this US$18,500 Slayer Espresso machine will satisfy the fussiest of coffee aficionados

Slayer Espresso

The Slayer Espresso machine prides itself on breathtaking design as much as seamless functionality in pursuit of a cup to rival a barista’s. The machine allows for independent control of parameters such as flow rate and water temperature for each grouphead to influence perceived acidity, sweetness and body. With features such as unlimited steam, European ash wood handles and craftsmanship from Seattle, this will satisfy the most discerning aficionado. US$18,500 (A$26,945)

Louis Vuitton Pencil Set

Louis Vuitton has given humble coloured pencils a luxurious touch that’s strictly for grown-ups. Wrapped in the French fashion house’s iconic canvas, the pouch is a striking display of craftsmanship thanks to its internal leather lining paired with gold-plated hardware. Each of the 40 finely crafted pencils bears the gold Louis Vuitton watermark. US$900 (A$1,310)

Panthère de Cartier Manchette Watch

One of the iconic jewellery house’s most distinctive watches is the Panthère de Cartier Manchette – a striking piece that blurs the line between jewellery and timepiece. This design is inspired by the original 80s model, but it has been updated with an off-centre dial bordered by brilliant cut diamonds and comes in a more contemporary and equally elegant rhodium-finish 18-karat white gold. A$46,200

Bina Goenka Diamond Earrings

Standing out in style is an effortless affair if you’re lucky enough to add the Bina Goenka 18-karat white gold and platinum diamond earrings to your accessories. The meticulously handcrafted earrings made waves in the fashion world when singer Ellie Goulding wore them to perform at Princess Eugenie and Jack Brooksbank’s wedding reception. A$140,830

Chanel Surfboard

Turn your next carving session into an extravagant affair with Chanel’s silver surfboard, which will look as beautiful on the wall as it does on the waves. Constructed from aluminium, glass and polyurethane, the striking surfboard wears Chanel’s iconic interlocking double ‘C’ logo and is part of the French fashion house’s SS19 collection. It’s guaranteed to turn heads. US$8,900 (A$12,960)

Sterling Silver Bird’s Nest

Every contemporary home deserves a conversational art piece and Tiffany & Co. has answered that call with its exquisitely crafted Sterling Silver Bird’s Nest. Inspired by a vintage Tiffany’s engagement ad from 1969, it comes complete with a trio of porcelain eggs finished in the iconic Tiffany Blue®. A$17,600

Christofle Gold 24-Piece Canteen

Never mind being fed by a silver spoon – try a golden spoon instead. French fine silversmith Christofle has turned everyday dining utensils into a lavish tableware statement in the form of 24-karat gold-finished forks, knives, tablespoons and coffee spoons. The set of 24 pieces is perfect for a table of six people. It’s also made to be dishwasher safe and comes beautifully presented in a gold oval case. If conversation over a meal is what you’re after, this is the dining set to get them talking. A$18,401