BRIEF NEWS
VA N E S S A A R B U T H N OT T L AU N C H E S “ B O TA N I C A L” COLLECTION Renowned for her keen eye for pattern and colour and eclectic approach to design, Vanessa’s new nostalgic collection is evocative of the elegant ‘drawing’ rooms and pretty florals of a bygone era. The “Botanical” collection introduces a new colour, a beautiful Soft Raspberry and consists of six designs in a total of 27 colourways. vanessaarbuthnott.co.uk
J O I N “ T H E B O TA N Y CLUB” The UK’s only Low Maintenance Plant and Terrarium Subscription has launched. Choose to receive succulents or cacti or a ‘Surprise Me’ product, a mix of the two low maintenance plant types. theurbanbotanist.co.uk
H OME S & G ARDE NS N EWS
A round-up of top home and garden trends to keep you ahead of the game... A DIFFUSER WITH A DIFFERENCE The Senti Orchid is an innovative new way to scent the home through a beautifully crafted diffuser that marries sculpture and fragrance. Set in Italian glass, each stem is painted and finished by hand to capture the natural intricacies of a real orchid whilst radiating an exquisite perfume. £175, senti.co.uk
S C RU F F S ® R E V E A L S N E W L U X U RY COLLECTION The “Knightsbridge” Collection provides an opulent environment for your pet to relax. Featuring an antique effect, eco-leather fabric with a deep-filled 100% polyester centre to ensure your pet remains as comfortable as can be. Available in three styles; Mattresses, Cat Igloos and Blankets. The range is available from October and the “Large” mattress is priced at £99, petslovescruffs.com
M A K E F E S T I VA L S PA C E I N YO U R GARDEN With festivals postponed, create a festival feel in the garden. Use fire pits and chimineas for warmth, mix up deckchairs and camping chairs and pile up cushions. Festoon lighting is a must-have for a festival-feel so wind round tree branches or string along fences. HOME I M P R OV E M E N T PLANS ON THE AG E N DA According to research commissioned by Safestyle, 55% of UK adults are prioritising home improvement plans, with around a quarter intending to redecorate inside (23%) or tidy the garden (25%), whilst 13% are focused on improving the outside appearance of their homes. MEDITERRANEAN STYLE GARDEN Weathered, sun-bleached woods, potted olive trees and a chalky palette of muted greys set the tone for Mediterranean inspired gardens which is one of the top trends for garden inspiration this year. Aspire / Issue 08 / 55
