“PAIR VINTAGE PIECES WITH
TAKE IT TRIBAL Designer Abigail Ahern “I’m a big fan of nomadic style because it’s unconventional, artistic and relaxed,” declares designer Abigail Ahern, who has a new collection of curtains and cushions for windows and blinds specialists, Hillarys. “All it takes are three simple steps to pull it off. First, mix in tribal patterns in small ways through curtains, blinds, cushions, accessories. Tese are the hallmark of this style and I tend to plump for subdued hues, like super-cool noirs, browns and olives.” Secondly, she suggests, introduce an infusion of natural and raw materials, such as wood, rattan and hemp - think baskets, rugs, planters and foot stools. Finally, she adds: “Use vintage pieces as an interesting and unique mix, especially if you keep the palette restrained so that it unifies the scheme.” If too many cushions cramp your seating or sleeping style, take a tip from Ahern’s home and display them hooked on a metal rail, rather like jewellery for the home.
Tribal Tip: Accessories are the equivalent of a five-minute faceliſt for decor and one of the easiest ways to turn rooms around, notes Ahern. “Cushions are a game-changer, especially on beds and sofas,” she says. “Even better if they’re embellished with fringing, as it shouts instant nomadic style.”
“ACCESSORIES ARE THE
EQUIVALENT OF A FIVE-MINUTE FACELIFT FOR DECOR AND ONE OF THE EASIEST WAYS TO TURN ROOMS AROUND”
GET EARTHY Kris Manalo, upholstery buyer at Heal’s “Tis look allows people to truly explore, and have the freedom to create their own style,” says Kris Manalo, upholstery buyer at Heal’s. “Te nomadic trend fuses influences from every corner of the globe, to capture a wonderful sense of warmth, comfort and style. Capture elements of it by layering earthy, terracotta tones against refined neutrals,” she suggests.
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CONTEMPORARY UPDATES FOR AN ADDED LAYER OF INTEREST.”
“Bring personality with bold tribal prints and rich, wooden finishes. Pair vintage pieces with contemporary updates for an added layer of interest, and for a distinctively personal touch, look for hand-craſted accessories, which will give an organic sense of individuality to a room.” Tribal Tip: Style with luxury materials - buttery leathers, knubbly knitted
throws and cashmere cushions are ideal - to create a cosy, intimate and sophisticated sanctuary.
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