THE WHITE COMPANY | SUMMER

 Dry, crisp cotton; chalky white ceramics; rippled glass and natural grasses all add up to the perfect summer living from one of my favourite shops: The White company.  These are certainly on my wishlist: 

Above image: Marley Vase and Marble Round Board on Malton Whitewashed Rattan Stool - The White Company. These gorgeous textures and tones are the epitome of summer for me.

Above images: One of the gorgeous fragranced candle range from The White Company - Sea Salt Ceramic Indulgence Candle with notes of crisp sea salted fresh vetivers, with peaceful oakmoss and cedar wood, combine beautifully to uplift the spirits and transport us to a favourite coastal escape.

Above image: Dried Linum Wreath instantly adds that soft summer vibe to the home whether it is hung on a wall or part of an alfresco table setting.

Above images: The White Company textural elements of summer: clockwise from top left -  Dried Linum Wreath detail; set of three Nested Seagrass Baskets; linen/cotton Rosalie bedlinen with pretty cotton voile Brittany quilt and cushion cover just shown below; Avignon Natural Pom Pom trimmed classic pillowcase.

Above images The White Company: the perfect summer dining elements - fill the table with candlelight and the pretty Optic Candle Holder in handblown glass; serve bread in the gorgeously tactile rattan Kubu Oval Tray combined with the beautiful white-glazed Portuguese Portobello Large Serving Platter

Above image: previous season's clay planters from The White Company filled with summer herbs to keep close to the patio table to pop into salads or onto the barbecue.

Above image: whether heading for a picnic on the beach or lounging in the garden The White Company accessories add a stylish touch - clockwise from top left: Picnic Tumbler 'Glass' which is made from a more practical non-glass Tritan (a form of plastic); lounge in style beneath a divine Bali Parasol from the comfort of the hardwood and canvas Tommy chair; gorgeous White Bamboo Round Lanterns look stunning when grouped along a garden path or edge of the patio pictured on the seagrass Evesham Table; hang candles in lanterns from the Large Hooks along the edge of a garden border for a magical feel at dusk.  

Above image: The White Company - hang pretty battery-powered Woven Lantern Lights over a patio table for a magical alfresco meal.

Above images clockwise from top left: gorgeous matt-white Melamine dining plates and serveware and just add the soft denim Blue Fringed Napkin set for a touch of instant summer; Natural Stripe Tufted Seat Pads and the deeper box shape of the Natural Stripe Seat Pad add comfort for lingering lunches; an airy cotton blouse (this one is a previous season from The White Company but similar here from this season: Embroidered Blouse) add a pair of favourite jeans plus leather flat sandals or (my favourite) washed-cotton plimsolls for an easy summer chic; Whitewashed natural Seagrass Storage Baskets will add a fresh summer touch to the kitchen or bathroom.

Above image: The White Company Marley Vases, recycled mouth-blown glass Moreton Carafe

For more information or to buy the items listed above please click on the links below each photo'.

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

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|| SHOP OF THE MONTH | SEVIN LONDON

HOME FRAGRANCE, BATH AND BODYCARE: SEVIN LONDON

Inspired by nature, Sevin London lets you indulge in the best quality wellbeing products. With handmade soaps, the softest towels and robes, exquisitely scented candles and organic sponges; turn your bathroom into a sanctuary of indulgence and relaxation.

STYLE: Contemporary natural chic, earth tones and organic shapes with modern fragrances of 'Porcelain White','Marble Black','Fresh Clay' and 'Coral Clay', simple crafted luxury.

LOCATIONS: UK - online shop - here

Natural Pumice stones from the Agean, the heavenly tactile soaps are vegan with no sulphates, so silicons/parabens, no patrolatum and no animal testing.

Clockwise from top: Coral Clay scented candle is a blend of floral and citrus with a subtle hint of cedar wood; Coral Clay Scrub soap with it's unique powdery fragrance and velvet sensation, made from a selected blend of 5 natural oils combined with poppy seeds. Fresh Clay hand and body wash and hand and body lotion: a refreshing blend of green sea clay, musky vanilla and a touch of ylang ylang.

The wonderfully unique and organic form of the Medium Marble Black candle: with floral scent of clove buds and a subtle note of oud and bergamot.

Clockwise from top left: Black Marble Soap with it's rich fusion of clove and bergamot; Bubble Bath Robe made from the finest cotton yarn; Fresh Clay hand and body wash and hand and body lotion: a refreshing blend of green sea clay, musky vanilla and a touch of ylang ylang; the beautifully designed selection of natural, heavenly perfumed soaps.

The sublime range of fragranced candles in wonderfully tactile shapes inspired by nature.

Clockwise from top left: Porcelain White Hand and Body Wash with co-ordinating  Hand and Body lotion  fragranced with a delicate melange of jasmine flower essence and sweetness of amber; the beautiful packaging of Sevin London; chic, minimal packaging in soft chalky tones and textures inspired by nature; wonderfully unique and organic form of the Small Marble Black candle: with floral scent of clove buds and a subtle note of oud and bergamot.

The Porcelain White Scented Candle combines the sweetness of amber with delicate notes of white jasmine petals accompanied by a hint of nutmeg.

The beautifully designed selection of natural, heavenly perfumed soaps.

Above from top left: Fresh Clay Scented Candle Small with it's musky vanilla notes and a touch of ylang ylang; Natural Pumice stones from the Agean; Gold Honeycomb Sponge organically grown and sculptured by nature; Fresh Clay hand and body wash and hand and body lotion: a refreshing blend of green sea clay, musky vanilla and a touch of ylang ylang.

Coral Clay Soap, trapped in a blend of flowery scents and citrus freshness with a hint of cedar, this soap gives your skin a sublime silky feel

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on each photograph to go through to Sevin London's web site. 

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

|| CHRISTMAS | TABLE

INSPIRATION: nature, winter greenery and candlelight      

KEY ELEMENTS: Natural linen, polished silver, rose gold and gold, festive foliage, pinecones, moss and a little dusting of snow

Above image: Burkatron - a contemporary Scandinavian inspired tablescape using fresh greenery, pinecones and candles with a soft colour palette in white, green, grey and rose gold. Here are a few more details:

Above image: Burkatron

Above image: Kelly Hoppen

Above image: Lights4fun metallic silver ombre L.E.D. candles with a 6 hour timer is a fuss free, stunning table arrangement. 

Above images from top left: AFLORAL copper metal and glass lantern, Nordic House stylish glass hurricane lantern, centre image: Kirklands eucalyptus and pinecone centrepiece, bottom right: Kelly Hoppen Christmas table with linen napkins and runner, bottom left: Nordic Nest Serafina large pine cone decoration by Lene Bjerre of Denmark, gorgeous to set amongst fresh foliage!

Above image: The Snow People providing the frosty faux snow and ice for adding to a fresh (or faux)floral table arrangement, is one is by Leaf and Blossom. For a DIY tutorial on how to fold a napkin in a double star click here

Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas!

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their web sites. 

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

|| SHOP OF THE MONTH | BAMFORD

CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES AND BODYCARE: BAMFORD
Beautiful products created by artisans using the finest natural materials; clothing, accessories and bodycare 

STYLE: Contemporary rustic chic, pale chalky tones and natural elements; pleasure through pure, simple luxury

LOCATIONS: UK, Europe, USA, Japan, Korea full addresses here  

Above image: natural and artisan made clothing in soft neutral shades | body and spa pampering range by Bamford | moodboard by The Paper Mulberry 

Above image: the stunning rustic contemporary barn interior of Bamford shop flooded with light | white beams and industrial inspired lighting are set against the exposed pale stone walls and rustic wooden displays

Above image: pale oak beams, lime mortar and exposed stone | limed oak floorboards, vintage French linen chairs: the heavenly chalky interior of the Bamford shop || photo: Homes & Property Magazine 

Above image: the spring summer 2014 range by Bamford | moodboard by The Paper Mulberry 

Above image: winter taupes at the Bamford store 

Above image: by Aras Design of the Bamford shop at Draycott Avenue in London UK | pale stone tiled floor, clean white gallery space, vintage limed oak chairs and scrubbed table display

Above images: 1. & 2. by Aras Design of the Bamford shop at Draycott Avenue in London UK 3. & 4. natural and artisan made clothing and accessories in soft neutral shades by Bamford | moodboard by The Paper Mulberry 

Above image: Bamford beautiful shop window display

Above images: Bamford clockwise from top left: 1. Pebble Soap: Rose, orange blossom and pink pepper;  Perfumed candle: figleaf coriander and basil; Botanic Bath Salts

 Above image: Bamford divine cashmere Fisherman ribbed sweater

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their web sites. I create my mood boards/colour palettes with a computer programme called Photoshop by Adobe which is available for both Apple Mac and PC computers.

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

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|| KELLY HOPPEN | New online shop!

Information: A long term favourite interior designer of mine Kelly Hoppen has now launched an online shop. Included are divine soft furnishings; bed and bath linens as well as decorative accessories featuring her signature taupes and black. Kelly Hoppen also shares invaluable tips on display, grouping items, utilising texture and tone to create the same heavenly environment within our own homes. Here is a little preview of the range.  

Above image: Kelly Hoppen "scent one" (a fantastic blend of the aromatic, the woody and the spicy. A patchouli and myrrh base weaves in harmony with floral heart notes of clove and violet helping produce a warm atmosphere) the perfumed candles and reed diffusers are available in gorgeous shades from white through to taupe, charcoal and black | contemporary white bathroom filled with the new Kelly Hoppen range of towels and decorative signature white coral  

Above images: Kelly Hoppen gorgeous soft neutral shades of bathroom towels and home fragrance | the online store also shows more fabulous Kelly Hoppen styling ideas for bathroom, bedroom and home living

Above image: Kelly Hoppen | delicious textures of linen overlaid with velvet in soft taupes, greys and white | bedlinen; quilts; throws and cushions

Above image: Kelly Hoppen | contemporary dressed bed in layers of textures in shades of taupe and white | displayed with an upholstered high headboard (similar Dulwich from The White Company)and chic high gloss bedside table 

Above images: Kelly Hoppen | natural linen cushion with white velvet band | Kelly Hoppen signature globe glass vases available with bands of taupe or white | over-sized square shell buttons adorn stunning natural linen cushions

Above images: Kelly Hoppen | quilted velvet runners and cushions | ombre shades of taupe perfumed candles | decorative statement vases in a heavenly neutral palette | signature shelf display ideas using globe vases and white hydrangea heads

Above image: Kelly Hoppen | contemporary spa bathroom filled with sumptuous towels and robes and scented with reed diffusers 

Above image: Kelly Hoppen | pintucked trim on plush towels available in shades of putty, white and grey

Above images: Kelly Hoppen | 'Home Jewellery' collection decorative glass vases, statement pots (above is a personal favourite of mine - a large white pinched pot lined in black - gorgeous!) another favourite item - linen cushions with over-sized buttons and the stunning velvet throws | perfect dressing for creating a calm sanctuary in your own home

Above image: Kelly Hoppen stunning dark charcoal contemporary bathroom styling with guest towels displayed in a stunning silver branch bowl | matt black vases and perfumed candles in the Kelly Hoppen scent one available in a range of shades including grey and black (seen above) to co-ordinate with your accessories | for similar tiles try the Sybaris in shade 49n from Imola Ceramica available in the UK from Yorkshire Tile Company 

Above images: Kelly Hoppen layers of dark texture; matt black against silver with a hint of bright green foliage add a dramatic contrast to a neutral colour scheme 

Above image: Kelly Hoppen black velvet layered over putty linen and crisp white cotton | signature cushions

Above image: Kelly Hoppen stylish ideas for displaying her new range on simple white shelves | monochrome layered with texture

Above image: Kelly Hoppen stylish white living room with items for the perfect coffee table displays | layered cushions in a monochrome palette against a contemporary white corner sofa | white orchids in the perfect white pot available from the new Kelly Hoppen range | for a similar idea on the white low storage/media tv unit try the Besta range from Ikea and for similar coffee tables again Ikea Klubbo or Lugo from BoConcept

To shop (I've just placed my order!!!) and be inspired click to go through to the new Kelly Hoppen  range

For more information on anything shown in the above images please click on the names under each photograph to go through to their web sites. I create my mood boards/colour palettes with a computer programme called Photoshop by Adobe which is available for both Apple Mac and PC computers.

As always, if I have featured your photograph and you would rather I didn't, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will remove it with my sincerest apologies. 

With warmest wishes

 

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