ON THE COVER 12 TOP TRENDS FROM THE HIGH

TOP TRENDS FROM THE HIGH STREET

Get ready for autumn with our pick of the best looks to shop now

FEATURE JAMES CUNNINGHAM

DRAMA & DECADENCE AT SOFOLOGY

Indulgent textures such as velvet and silk and metallic accents always dial up the luxe factor, and it is to these materials that Sofology has turned for its latest collection. The Honeycomb sofa, shown here, features a curved silhouette and evokes a combination of Gatsby-esque whimsy and mid-century styling. Five-star chic is back.

Honeycomb four-seater sofa in Teal, £2,399 as shown; Kingsley rug in Silver, £499, and accessories, from a selection; all Sofology. Conway wallpaper, £99/roll, Zoffany at Wallpaper Direct

CLASSICS RE-IMAGINED AT JOHN LEWIS & PARTNERS

popularised in the 17th century and the bulbous silhouette is once again enjoying a moment in the limelight. Knobbly legged side tables, armchairs and even bedframes are to be spotted in the new collection at John Lewis & Partners, which treats the bobbin playfully but with a distinctly grown-up look.

Bobbin three-drawer chest, £499, John Lewis & Partners

SCULPTURAL SHAPES AT NEXT

Free-form objets, bubble-inspired vases and architectural furniture all make an appearance in Next Home’s autumn/winter range. They work well together for a creative look, especially in a mix of materials – artisan-style ceramics, polished concretes and pale woods are the textures to note. Vase, £18; candle holders, from £18 each; other accessories, from a selection; all Next Home

DESERT TONES AT COX & COX

the shades of Morocco have inspired the creative team at pieces for the most impact.

From left: Ombre vase, £60; Aziza mirror, £175; Seagrass rug, £75; all Cox & Cox

BAMBOO AT HILLARYS

Fast-growing and naturally regenerating, bamboo makes a sustainable choice for homeware. The new House Beautiful Collection at Hillarys features a smart Venetian blind in the material, ideal as bamboo’s lightweight structure creates a ‘barely there’ appearance when open and gives privacy and shade when closed. The range is available in six different colour options.

Bamboo Venetian blind in Seashell, from £116 including

TONAL HUES AT HOMEBASE

Deep shades of brown, red and purple instantly evoke the falling leaves and early sunsets of autumn. When the colours are used in our homes, can be used side-by-side to balance their depth. Look to the House Beautiful paint range at Homebase, particularly the Earth Notes and

Walls painted in Moody Hues MH.21 (left) and Earth Notes EN.08 matt emulsion, £35/2.5L; Diamond ceramic vase in Ochre, £14; Metro stacking dinner plates, £11/two; all House Beautiful Collection at Homebase

Lounge chair, £199.99, H&M Home Mirror, £415; chest of drawers, £1,595; decorative birds, from £37.95 each; all Graham & Green

MODERN MINIMAL AT H&M

H&M Home has recently expanded its range of furniture, which is good news for those who appreciate the brand’s considered approach to design. Pared back, elegant and with an easy sense of cool, this simple armchair – featuring a boxy sustainable oak frame and a seat of interlocking jute – is an excellent example.

Table lamp, £70; rug, £75; cushion, £16; all Habitat

COLOURFUL INLAY AT GRAHAM & GREEN

No one does mother-of-pearl furniture quite like Graham & Green, which has imported pieces from India for generations. The family-run business is known for its intricate, handcrafted designs in classic white

MONOCHROME AT HABITAT

Black and white is a classic colour combination for good reason, and the trend is going nowhere. Habitat’s new range is ideal for bringing monochrome into your space in an approachable way – the simple black table lamp with its white shade, for example, or the abstract textiles, will pair well with any other colours already in your room.

NATURAL SELECTION AT DUNELM

In a new collaboration, Dunelm has drawn on the Natural History Museum’s vast archives to create a collection full of botanical wonder. The range’s relaxed green tones and pretty patterns are perfect for creating Zen, and the bedding set shown here is just the thing for a restful night’s sleep. Natural History Museum Meadow duvet cover set, from £22; Spindle bed, from £449; Dorma velvet bedspread, £120; Henry oak bedside table, £159; accessories, from a selection; all Dunelm

The Luna rug design was inspired by contemporary abstract art

ABSTRACT DESIGN AT CARPETRIGHT

Floors can tell a story, and the new collection of House Beautiful rugs created in collaboration with the experts at Carpetright does just that. The Luna design, shown here, was inspired by contemporary abstract art and, in addition to its good looks, features clever stain resistance and built-in durability.

Luna rug in Moonlight, from £99, House Beautiful Collection at Carpetright

CORDUROY AT FREEMANS

Big news in fashion, corduroy fabrics are making headlines in the interiors world too. Tactile and cosy, the textile is ideal for upholstery. Good news, then, from Freemans: the London-based designer Henry Holland, renowned for his sense of cool, has just collaborated with the retailer on a range of furniture and accessories that includes this smart cord armchair. Perfect for giving your space a chic look without compromising on comfort.

B’Squared cord armchair, £220, Henry Holland at Freemans