Neutral territory
Here’s how to bring home the beauty of beige, says SAM WYLIE-HARRIS
SOMETIMES, instead of clashing and chaos, what we really want is neutral and nice. Cool, calming tones can bring a sense of wellbeing, which many of us have been craving more than ever. Especially if you’re coming to terms with some home truths after all this extra time indoors – like realising you’ve gone off those vibrant hues and overthe-top colour choices you
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Indeed, rediscovering elegant simplicity seems like a trend we return to time and time again.
And it’s chic... expressing yourself with a pale palette is an art form itself.
Working with neutrals is about blending and balancing tones and textures.
Far from boring, this is about leaning into the less-is-more style book, with schemes that feel clean and fresh.
Here’s what’s on our creamy checklist...
How much do we love the natural linen look? Enough to warrant a stylish crossover bib apron to put you in the right mood for some tablescaping, and a coffee break before rearranging your objects of desire.