1 2-slice toaster, £179, KitchenAid
With extra wide slots and seven shade-control settings, this stylish toaster is a worthy investment. The metal design comes in five statement colours – Empire Red, Pistachio, Almond Cream, Matte Black and Stainless Steel – and offers a host of features, including a defrost function, reheat option, bagel and ‘A little longer’ settings, a high-lift lever for smaller slices