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We’re not going to lie, 2020, we won’t miss you. In fact, we’re already looking ahead to your replacement. But it’s not all bad news; we are going to use you for inspiration for a bit of lounging around in 2021. That’s right, if you would rather put 2020 behind you, we’re with […]
Tile tales
Move over white subway tiles, we’re introducing a whole raft of new kids on the decorating block; there’s hexagon, finger tiles, mosaic and stone and they’re rocking a kaleidoscope of colours and textures. We check out some of the latest looks snaking their way across walls and floors. Mixed geometrics: Geometric shapes made their […]
Cottoning on to sustainable fashion
Being fashion conscious is increasingly weighted towards the conscious part of the term. From ecological impacts on the environment to social justice issues in supply chains and modelling campaigns: designers and consumers alike have sustainability in mind. Smaller collections, less often: Prada’s “refreshingly practical” (as one writer put it) Spring 2021 runway show last month […]
Taking the cake
Traditional wedding cakes will always have their place, but if you’re looking for something which reflects the unique tastes and style of the newlyweds – why not forgo the fruitcake and white fondant for something a little different? There are many ways to pay homage to the custom of a cake without being tied […]
Statement Sofas
Whether you call it a couch, a sofa, or a settee, nice and neutral has long been the name of the style game when it comes to picking a stylish seat. We get it – it is one of the largest pieces of furniture in the main room of the house, so it’s […]
In the trenches
A new decade may call for reimagining the classics, but some things need little updating. When it comes to the trench, we’ll never say no to the classic cut, but reimagined iterations have been trickling in for the last few seasons, as the darlings of the design world work hard to ensure it maintains a […]
Cementing a new trend
The historically exterior concrete is creeping indoors and cementing itself as one of 2020’s top interior architecture trends. THE NEW WHITE As design thinking moves towards more natural aesthetics, the seemingly eternal trend of stark white kitchens may be coming to an end, and hand trowelled- effect concrete may well be taking its […]
Spring Fling!
Spring has long been associated with regeneration, but it’s equally time to update, refresh and create a whole new vibe. We’ve looked forward to the spring 2020 colour palette so you can prepare for a spring fling! MAKING ME BLUSH: ‘Millennial Pink’ has been a colour craze since the summer of 2016 and it […]
Tricks up its sleeve
We’re embracing the statement sleeve this sartorial season because, if you want to stand out from the crowd, this is a silhouette with a few tricks up its sleeve. Whether you want big and billowy in shape, extra-long in length or intricate detailing, there’s a statement sleeve for everyone, from bell sleeve blouses […]
Petite Retreats
Far more than just a means to cater to personal hygiene, the bathroom is a space we turn to when we need to relax, recuperate and enjoy some respite from the outside world. As such, the interior should be welcoming and comforting, but the room’s measurements need not be reminiscent of a sprawling […]
