With summer in sight, now’s a great time to start thinking about how to revitalise your outdoor space. Whether you’ve a modest balcony or patio, a sprawling garden or a rooftop terrace, it’s all about creating a seamless flow between indoors and out.
When musician, designer and all-round cultural polymath Pharrell Williams unveiled his highly anticipated third collection for iconic French fashion powerhouse Louis Vuitton, he channelled classic Americana and Native American design.
Charity shops aren’t there to subsidise affluent shoppers, but some have become so pricey they’re blocking out the poor and are preventing people joining a “circular economy” where clothing can be bought and sold time and again. I have 10 charity shops within walking distance, but now I only visit and donate to half of them as the rest are too expensive.
My natural inclination is for bright, bold colour, but a trend that has captured my attention is the infusion of moody hues. When executed with finesse, this design approach can introduce drama and tranquillity in equal measures to create a harmonious balance that resonates throughout.
The beginning of a new year offers the perfect time to cast a cold, hard eye over our homes and belongings. Decluttering doesn’t have to mean throwing out your favourite things, but rather, being discerning. It is more than just tidying up; it’s a process of letting go of the things that no longer serve us. It involves making intentional decisions about what to keep, donate, or discard. In doing so, we create space for new possibilities and a sense of calmness in our lives.