
Margit Wittig’s colour-pop candlesticks
(Picture: Margit Wittig)As the cost-of-living crisis bites and people seek out new ways to cut expenses, the idea of splashing out on an investment piece of art or furniture can feel a stretch too far.
Often involving a high initial outlay, investment shopping involves steering clear of the mass-produced and flimsy and instead hunting down homeware by collectable makers, fabulous quality vintage pieces and work by up-and-coming designers.