Have been asked to buy a “cool kettle and toaster” for a 20-something. Help

[Delphigirl]

First home. Offered to buy something useful. Was asked for cool toaster and kettle. I am paralysed - I think I remember having views on these sorts of things in my 20s (nobody wanted an eternal beau granny kettle did they) but I’m not up with trends in kettle design now. Have looked and there is a vast range. Please post links of suggestions - assume money no object - obv it is but I’m just interested in aesthetics at the moment. Ta very much!

Smeg?

Eek! What a request - can you give a voucher instead?

SMEG’s are the aesthetic choice for a lot of people but how are you supposed to know what their favourite colour would be?

Swan Nordic Range (or the Asda rip-off version). Or something from De'Longhi. No idea if they are on trend but if they were that bothered they would have specified so I wouldn't worry too much.

Or the bugatti ones off here https://www.hartsofstur.com/bugatti-vera-easy-kettle-green-14sveracmuk.html?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_qexBhCoARIsAFgBlesikjqPCI6WoVAavEWHa98ovXYG9nmskndngQL70ias68c34bED3YEaAjCsEALw_wcB

How much would they spend if they were to buy one of each?

Was going to suggest the Alessi musical kettle. A modern design classic but omg have they become expensive.

https://www.johnlewis.com/browse/electricals/kettles/alessi/_/N-ahtZ1z140t2

I think copper finish is seen as quite desirable. We’ve just bought a new toaster and decided to spend more this time, as the delonghi etc ones we’ve had in the past have died after two years. We’ve gone for a four slice dualit one, they have this in copper finish. £220 with a five year guarantee.

All the 20 somethings I follow on Instagram for various reasons all have the cream smeg kettle and toaster.

Would they use a Ninja 3-in-1 toaster (also grills and makes toasties/paninis)? Comes in silver or black and has a matching kettle. https://ninjakitchen.co.uk/ninja-catalog/ninja-kettles-and-toasters/

We have a sage kettle which looks good
https://www.sageappliances.com/uk/en/products/kettles/bke735.html?sku=BKE735BSSUK

Sage also do toasters

DH has bought new home/ wedding presents for a few of his 20 something staff over the last year, and Smeg kettle/toasters have been the request from them

Russell Hobbs kettle and a cheap toaster that doesn't look naff.

As a 20-something person smeg is all the rage

Maybe a scandi type vibe? This kind of thing? I googled sets as it'd be nice if they matched

https://www.vonhaus.com/vh_en/cream-wood-nordic-kettle-toaster-set?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_qexBhCoARIsAFgBlevW1bQKjYJa_amRLt5HvypCrAwgRkJ3a05z640C4k5nQWz5npTKGsoaAh-hEALw_wcB

https://salter.com/products/retro-kettle-4-slice-toaster-set-grey.html?srsltid=AfmBOooXGRUQ_H01g9SiLqKtDBdOY_EKYxc-0tsfgZyl8WLbv_9AnKwLC-I

I would go with SMEG - do you know kitchen colours? White might be safest if don't.

I'd go for Dualit, from the Architect range. If budget problematic try the Dualit Lite range. I think the handle on the Lite kettle is quite trendy. I have the stainless steel with canvas white trim. My kettle is put to heavy duty and I've just replaced it after 7 yrs, my toaster is the same age and going strong.

Dualit.

Dualit

I’ve got swan retro and they’ve lasted really well so any swan design would be fine.

What's the budget? Are you expected to spend a fortune?

I love my De Longhi matching kettle and toaster and have had them for a few years with no problems.

My 20 something bought pink Dunelm!

Do they do smart home stuff? I have a kettle that connects to my Alexa devices and putting it on so its hot by the time I get downstairs/ when I walk in the front door makes me happy. Also variable temp which is good for tea / coffee.

www.weekett.com/products/weekett-smart-kettle?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjw_qexBhCoARIsAFgBleudV3MyIUiMdtSj2cVuSR6Vvjk_mMc_ES_ZMl2dRKasf1vxPqmf5AMaAoxMEALw_wcB

I think the Dualit architect range looks pretty cool! But pretty pricey...

If I didn't have a hot water tap I'd buy this kettle for myself.

www.amazon.co.uk/Alessi-UK-Design-Electric-Thermoplastic-English/dp/B07VPY9GQZ

In terms of toasters can't go wrong with a classic dualit. Will last forever.

1. what's the budget?
2. can't they choose? Give them a voucher to go to the shops with you.

My 20 something bought pink Dunelm!

20 something friend has these from The Range.