Larusi rugs, Design by Ilse Crawford, Photo by Martyn Thompson
When it comes to checking out the most on-trend interiors, there’s only one place to look: down. That’s because nowadays the hottest of homes, most hipster of hotels and brilliant of bars all have one thing in common: wow-factor floors...
Read MoreMe and my Cole & Son Prism wallpaper - definitely a home decor 'do'
If it’s true what they say that messing up is the best way to learn, then I’m quite the home decor expert. And now with a fair few houses, clients and styling projects under my belt, I feel just about qualified to offer up a few home truths of my own…
Read MoreThe joy of sweets - and M&S super-soft bedding
If I were you, I'd be reluctant to read a blow-by-blow account of how I spent a blissful, boozy night away from head-locks, homework-based whining and Paw Patrol. I mean, what's in it for you, right? Well, how about I promise to try and be entertaining, while providing practical tips on how you can have a similar experience?
Read MoreI'll take one of everything
I've been pretty sniffy about Scandi style in the past. I've haw-hawed at Hyyge, poo-pooed the pared-back colour palette and shied away from the bare walls and empty spaces. But what I'd failed to realise is how Scandi subtleties are the very definition of less is more. Or that less actually CAN be more...
Read MoreMe getting my autumn on for B&Q
When B&Q asked me a few weeks ago if I'd make a film for them about decorating your home for autumn I was 80% excited and only 10% terrified/worried my mouth would look weird (the final 10% went on thinking about chocolate).
Read MoreAnna Adwal from Pad Lifestyle's beautiful living room adheres to Rule 6: "Fabulous is essential"/Photo: Susie Lowe
The kids are back at school and I’m here sporting my school mistress mortar board to give a little lecture on the home décor rules that’ll ensure your living spaces pull up their style socks, sharpish! So if everyone’s sitting comfortably, then I’ll begin…
Read MorePhoto: El Ramla Hamra
If you’re a colour lover maximalist like me, chances are the concept of ‘Scandi’ décor doesn’t really do it for you. But hold on just a minute, because there’s a new Scandi in town: introducing the home décor aesthetic increasingly seen in some of the world’s coolest homes…Scandi Boho!
Read MoreCopper Estello candlestick; White Sevan marble pot, both La Redoute
Like it or not, all good trends must come to an end. So what’s the natural progression from plants on pink? Presenting my new décor obsession: Cactus on Copper!
Read MoreWendy's Enchanted Wood rug in The Pink House's living room/Photo: Susie Lowe
Read on for exclusive info on the inspo behind Wendy’s beautiful rug designs, plus tips on choosing the right rug for your room, decorating when you have little floorsplashers, and her next big project for John Lewis…
Read MoreAnna Atwal's pink drawing room in Edinburgh/Photo: Susie Lowe
When I posted a phone snap of Anna Atwal's perfectly pink Edinburgh drawing room on Instagram recently, it's safe to say it was a huge hit: "Looks delicious" "Total house crush" and "Wow. Wow. Wow. Anna has amazing taste" were just a few of the superlative comments...
Read MoreI'd look chuffed if I'd made this make-up too
Today's announcement that Jonathan Adler has teamed up with Clinique to create a limited edition of fabulously packaged make-up is excellent news for both our faces AND our dressing tables.
Read MoreThe Incredible Cactus! A cool crusader from Graham & Green
The high street is wise to our growing desire for gorgeous, on-trend, Instagrammable home décor, and is working harder than ever to produce stylish-yet-affordable pieces and save the day. To interior heaven...and beyond!
Read MoreIt’s no secret: I don’t love cooking. When I’m hungry I don’t want to cook; I want to eat RIGHT NOW. And when I’m not hungry I don’t want to think about food; I want to be otherwise engaged. That’s before we even get onto grocery shopping (scream face emoji)...
Read MoreInstagram is full of home decor that pops up in the pixels time and again, inspiring love, lust and #ihavethisthingwithfloors. The first interior item I think of in these terms is a cool Moroccan-style rug from La Redoute...
Read MoreFirmdale's pretty Dorset Square Hotel in Marylebone
One bright, crocusy morning when I had nothing to wear a timely email arrived: would I like to test Firmdale Hotels’ new Bicester Village shopping package? I knew Firmdale, Kit Kemp's super-stylish hotel group, but I’d never been to Bicester, the designer outlet in Oxfordshire...
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