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The Essential Shop: Elevated Everyday Basics

At Hawkins New York, we believe the items you reach for daily should bring just as much joy as the ones you save for special occasions. That’s why we created The Essential Shop—a curated collection of core home essentials designed to elevate everyday living through beautiful materials, intentional design, and a wide range of modern colors.

From soft linen napkins to stackable ceramic mugs, these are the foundational pieces that make your home feel complete—useful, beautiful, and built to last.

Why You’ll Love The Essentials

This collection is all about versatility: timeless forms, approachable price points, and an ever-evolving color palette designed to mix, match, and layer seamlessly. Whether you're setting the table, organizing the kitchen, or refreshing your textiles, these are the go-to pieces that balance form and function with effortless style.

Everyday Kitchen & Tabletop Staples

Start with the items that make every meal feel considered—whether it’s a solo breakfast or a full table of friends.

Best-selling essentials include:

  • Simple Dinnerware: Stackable, durable ceramic plates and bowls in soft matte glazes
  • Essential Glassware: Minimal, dishwasher-safe drinking glasses perfect for water, wine, or cocktails
  • Linen Napkins + Tea Towels: Available in a full spectrum of curated colors to suit every season

Style tip: Mix neutral hues with brighter tones for a relaxed, layered tablescape that feels fresh but not fussy.

Cook, Prep & Serve with Intention

Function meets beauty in the kitchen with prep tools that look great on the counter and feel even better in use.

Kitchen essentials to shop:

  • Hand-carved wooden spoons + utensils
  • Chopping boards that double as serving pieces
  • Minimalist salt + pepper mills

Whether you're hosting or just making your morning eggs, these essentials make the experience smoother and more beautiful.

Soft Goods for Everyday Comfort

Textiles are the easiest way to bring warmth, softness, and personality into your space.

 Essential Shop Favorites:

  • Stonewashed Linen Napkins + Runners: Reusable, machine-washable, and made to get softer over time
  • Colorful Tea Towels: A workhorse in the kitchen, and an easy gift
  • Simple Linen Bedding: Breathable, relaxed, and perfectly imperfect

The best part? Most of these pieces come in multiple colorways, so you can build your own palette or change it up seasonally.

Made to Mix, Match, and Live With

The Essentials are meant to be lived with—not just looked at.

 Key features include:

  • Timeless shapes that work with a wide range of aesthetics
  • Easy-care materials like linen, ceramic, and wood
  • Color options that range from soft neutrals to saturated, modern hues

From first-apartment setups to dream home upgrades, these are the home staples worth investing in.