For a long time I had it in my mind that the Hay interiors flagship store on Strøget was some kind of private members club and I always shied away from going in. But I realised that I was wrong and decided to see what Hay is all about.

Not only is the store located in a gorgeous building is it a thing of true beauty within. My son has an appreciation of design but even he was overwhelmed and said ‘who made this so beautiful?’ much to the delight of one of the stylists in the shop.

Everything is perfectly selected and styled in the very sophisticated and simple way of Danish design. If it was a home, I would move in tomorrow.

There is a little children’s department with such adorable things that I wished I was a child again – but who’s to stop me anyway? I am particularly in love with this ice cream mug (below) and the paint box should never be sullied by water or brushes! I love all the little retro pocket money things as well.

There lots of little affordable items throughout the store so a lovely place for gifts for others or just for yourself. If you can’t make it to the actual store, you can shop online here.