The Venn diagram of good coffee and stylish homeware is an unfortunately small one – as much as I love my bean-to-cup coffee machine, it's more than a little ungainly.
But if there's one exception that never fails to tick both boxes it's a French press, which is why I've found all of the best versions available to buy this spring.
Otherwise known as a cafetière, these stylish coffee makers couldn't be easier to use. Add hot water to coffee grounds, wait just a few minutes (usually about four) and serve up enough delicious coffee to please a crowd.
That simplicity of this French café-core essential is what makes it a timeless kitchen addition – my at-home pick is Le Creuset's Stoneware version in Chambray, which is £69. On the hunt for something more affordable? Then I've got the pick for you – Bodum's eight-cup cafétiere is just £35 (via Selfridges) and has stunningly impressive reviews.
Whether you're looking for a French press as your primary method of staying caffeinated or as a timesaver to pull out when you're hosting brunch with friends, these cafétieres are not only capable of making delectable black coffee but will look great on your kitchen worktop too.
If you prefer filter coffee rather than the perculator method, I've had my eye on this stunning stoneware dripper from Fable (£34.99) – it's well worth a look if you prefer the pour-over style.
However you prefer to serve coffee at home, there's plenty to be gained from emulating our French counterparts’ effortless café culture and eye for stylish picks.
