17 Luxurious Birmingham FINDS: Polished Summer Style, Artful Decor & Everyday Luxuries
This month’s FINDS bring a touch of everyday luxury, with beautiful pieces for your wardrobe and home that make ordinary moments feel just a little more special.
This month’s FINDS are all about bringing a sense of ease and indulgence to the season, and adding little everyday luxuries to your life. Introduce a polished wardrobe staple to your closet, accent your look with eye-catching accessories, or bring a beautiful new piece into your home. These thoughtfully curated picks are designed to elevate the everyday — even if you’re just window shopping.
FOR THE CLOSET
Necklace
Etc… Jewelry in Mountain Brook Village offers an extensive collection of fine jewelry for luxury gifts or milestone markers. We love this “Large Constellation” necklace from the Jade Trau line. With a total carat weight of 1.29 and 18k gold, this is a stunning piece to add to your collection, available for $7,900.
Dress
The versatility of this dress is what gives it a luxe appeal: you can dress it up with statement jewelry and heels or pare it back with simple sandals and a woven bag. With summer gatherings and celebrations packing the calendar, it becomes less of a question and more of a reason — the perfect excuse to splurge on a piece you’ll reach for again and again. It’s available for $650 at Hemline.
Earrings
These earrings shimmer with a beauty that feels like wearable art. The luminous yellow diamonds catch the light (and attention) with every move, illustrating why these indulgent, eye-catching jewels live somewhere between fantasy and forever. They’re available for $84,700 at Diamonds Direct.
Medallion necklace
This Roberto Coin necklace feels like a piece handed down through the generations. Turquoise and diamonds come together to give just the right hint of color against warm 18-carat gold. The inspired medallion detail carries a touch of old-world charm, yet it still feels perfectly at home with a white tee or linen dress. Find it for $9,880 at Bromberg’s.
Tee
Transforming the classic tee into something far more sophisticated, this shirt carries a quiet elegance that makes it just as fitting for daytime errands as for an evening out. It will easily become one of those pieces you rely on far more than you ever expected. It’s available for $195 at Manhattan South.
Flip-flops
Loeffler Randall takes a warm-weather staple and gives it an elevated twist with these flip-flops. The sleek design and rich espresso hue make them far more refined than your average sandal, and they’ll become the go-to for everything from poolside afternoons to city strolls. While they fall into the category of a luxe splurge, they’ll earn their keep (and price tag) quickly. Pick up a pair for $250 at Monkee’s of Mountain Brook.
Drawstring joggers
These joggers take a forever favorite, the everyday lounge pant, and reshape it into something more polished. Designed for off-duty ease but finished with an elegant silhouette and tailored drape, they move effortlessly between travel days, school drop-off, and low-key evenings out without looking like an afterthought. Find a pair for $1,275 at Dukes.
Strapless dress
This dress practically pays for itself thanks to how easily it can R.S.V.P. to summer weddings and every celebration in between. In sun-washed shades of blue, its flowing fit moves with a refined, relaxed grace, while the breathable linen fabric helps keep you cool. Pick it up for $780 at M. Cory.
FOR THE HOME
Ring bowl
Carved from naturally luminous stone, this understated ring bowl is one of a kind. Perfect for a bedside table, vanity, or entryway catchall, it offers a chic resting place for rings and other small daily essentials while doubling as a sculptural accent piece. Pick one up for $722.50 at Rome Curate.
Modern credenza
This credenza turns a functional piece into a statement. Featured in merlot and brushed brass with sculptural fluted doors, its artful design enhances everyday storage and adds instant warmth and depth to any room while quietly corralling clutter. It’s available for $4,499 at Scandinavian Design Gallery.
Shopping bag
Add an unexpected dose of polish to your everyday errands with this Jack Gomme bag. The multifunctional tote is lightweight yet structured, perfect for everything from a Saturday farmers’ market to a quick grocery store run — all while keeping you looking more refined. It’s available for $276 at B. Prince.
Floral display
This flower box turns seasonal blooms into a design moment, giving your favorite flowers a place to shine beyond a simple vase. With its clean design, it brings structure to your summer garden cuttings and adapts beautifully to the changing seasons. Pick one up for $238 at ALKMY.
Diffuser
This LAFCO diffuser will fill your room with a layered, long-lasting fragrance that lingers beautifully. Housed in a designer vessel that feels as luxurious as the scent itself, it’s designed to perfume your home for months at a time. Best of all, it comes in a variety of great-smelling scents. Find your favorite for $150 at a’mano.
Garden fountain
This fountain will transform your backyard, turning an ordinary outdoor space into something more inviting. The carved stone detail and gentle flow of water create a sense of calm, softening the landscape and serving as a natural gathering point. It’s a luxe investment that goes beyond a single season. You’ll find it for $15,995 at Architectural Heritage.
Antique basket
Bring some timeworn charm to everyday living with this early 20th-century basket. Handwoven with natural character and patina, it’s versitility is part of its appeal. Use it as a sculptural accent in an entryway, a landing spot for throws and magazines, or a functional basket for garden clippings. Find it for $1,500 at Lolo French Antiques.
FOR THE BODY
Perfume
Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Extrait has earned cult-favorite status, and for good reason. Rich, distinctive, and instantly recognizable, it’s a fragrance that remains long after you’ve left the room. While it certainly falls into splurge territory, a little goes a long way, making each bottle feel like an investment in everyday luxury. A 6.8-ounce bottle is $985 at Gus Mayer.
Makeup brushes
Sometimes, the secret to better makeup isn’t more products, it’s better tools. This Trish McEvoy set is designed to help makeup go on more smoothly, blend more seamlessly, and look more polished overall. These brushes bring a professional touch to even the simplest routine. Pick up a set for $150 at Village Dermatology.
Cheers to a little luxury!
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Paige Townley
Paige Townley is a Birmingham native with a soft spot for good stories, interesting people, and beautifully made things. When she's not writing about places that inspire or people who shine, she's likely spending time with her family, planning her next adventure, or cheering on the Crimson Tide.