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It’s time for an autumn reset
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THINGS TO DO THIS MONTH…
SEPTEMBER What’s new • Trends ● launches ● inspiration
5 under £5 Animal magic
Kate Rose Morgan
Hot right now… Tiger motifs
Bring the outdoors in
Shop the high street • Check out our selection of the best new collections and collaborations the high street and web have to offer right now
Reader homes • Be inspired by this month’s gorgeous real homes, packed with stunning ideas to steal!
WE FACED THE CHALLENGES AND found the fun! • Secondhand furniture, bold colour and unique artwork helped Lisa Coates achieve the perfect blend of modern and retro in her 1930s home
Joyful Japandi • Introduce a riot of retro to the clean lines and soft neutrals of minimalism, for a mid-century-meets-modern look, like Lisa’s
WE LOVE THE QUIRKY LAYOUT - IT’S full of surprises • It looks like a modest bungalow from the front but for Lorraine Bill and her blended family, their home works on many levels
Spice of life • Blend earthy tones of saffron, cinnamon and paprika with dark wood to fill your home with energy and warmth, as Lorraine has done
Lia Gold • As she unveils her Italian-inspired collection with Next, the winner of this year’s Interior Design Masters talks food, family and following her passion
SAFE DECOR ISN’T ME – I’D RATHER be brave & bold • Using the ‘fifth wall’ as her focus, Katie Brown chose colourful paint effects and patterned accessories to create a home full of unique touches
Bauhaus bold • Be inspired by the primary colours and geometric shapes of the influential German design movement, like Katie
Decorative mirrors • Hang one of these artful mirrors on a gallery wall, above a mantelpiece or in your hallway to add light, a touch of fun, or a hint of old-school glamour
Decorating & styling • This month, shop our edit of the best new autumn interiors trends; relax into a Modern Rustic look that’s perfect for the cosy season ahead; get creative with a pressed flower project; and be inspired by Briony’s stunning living room makeover
Seasons change • Get to know the homeware looks to watch this autumn and plan your next room refresh with our handy moodboards, or make a speedy switch with our must-have buys
Style insider Modern rustic • Where natural textures meet clean lines – this is country style, redefined with a lived-in, understated modernity that instantly soothes the soul
GET THE LOOK • Transform your space with these decorating essentials
Pressed flower greetings cards • Sarah Holland, founder of pressed flower studio, Meadow and Thyme, celebrates an age-old craft with a project that encourages sustainable creativity
I SURPRISED MYSELF BY painting the ceiling red! • An unexpected colour combination and bargain furniture finds have turned Briony Teasel’s bland living room into a sunset-inspired sanctuary
Raspberry ripple • Mix plush velvets in soft pinks and rich reds, like Briony, and add gold accents to recreate her sunset glow
Home upgrades • This month, discover affordable updates to turn your bathroom into a spa-like sanctuary; experts share their top tips for a timeless kitchen; pro advice for working...