Brit Wit!

1. Train Spotting
The recent re-opening of the completely refurbished, circa-1873 St. Pancras Renaissance London Hotel has London buzzing. We love the Gothic, Sir George Gilbert Scott–designed architecture and guest rooms in the original structure. marriott.com

2. Pour It Over
There’s nothing like a spot of tea to soothe the soul. But why not sip from something with a little kick? Courtly Check teapot ($275) and teacups ($105), both by Mackenzie-Childs, from Ampersand, Galleria, 952-920-2118, ampersandshops.com

3. Feel Like Fainting
We might be made of stronger stuff today, but we still love to recline in style. Helena chaise lounge ($4,331), by Barclay Butera Home, from Traditions Classic Home Furnishings, 4245 Excelsior Blvd., St. Louis Park, 952-285-2777, traditions.com

4. Take a Stand
The Lucia stand from Century Furniture offers whimsical beauty and function. Curl up with a Jane Austen novel whilst employing this perch for Pimm’s Cups cocktails. Candle stand ($597), from Gabberts, Galleria, 952-927-1500, gabberts.com

5. Clock Watchers
Add some oomph to a tired mantel with Tiffany & Co.’s luxe brass Carriage clock. This Victorian-inspired piece works in the most traditional of homes or a modern masterpiece. Clock ($950), from Tiffany & Co., Galleria, 952-922-0066, tiffany.com

6. Having a Ball
The Victorians knew how to add some madcap whimsy to their décor. Bring your own high-flying élan to a bedroom or dining room. Wiggins orb chandelier ($990), by Currey & Company, also from Traditions Classic Home Furnishings

7. Stand Proud
Make an impact at your front entrance with the eclectic, attention-grabbing charms of this Victorian iron umbrella stand. Stand ($299), from Restoration Hardware, Galleria, 952-926-5557, restorationhardware.com

8. Poster Child
Ah, the elegant exuberance and ornamentation of those Victorians! Channel a little excess with the Victoria Falls bed. Bed ($13,275), from Ralph Lauren Home, available through Francis King, IMS, 612-604-0033, francisking.com

9. Skirting the Issue
Instead of a run-of-the-mill cocktail table, rev up your living room with the multi-use tufted Victorian pouff from Hickory Chair. We love the dressmaker details and jaunty bows. Pouff ($1,399), also from Gabberts

10. More, More Amour
We welcome the cheeky-chic of designer Jonathan Adler to Minneapolis! We’re adoring the black-and-white Victorian Love pillow with its graphic good looks. Pillow ($165), from Jonathan Adler, 1439 W. Lake St., Mpls., jonathanadler.com