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for powdery shades with a grey undertone is also pitch perfect for a modern-day interpretation of the look. Interiors expert Suzie Anderson suggests muted, feminine colour palettes of white, soft grey, celadon/sage green, duck-egg blue and ochre. “Colour is still subdued enough to fit within everyday living,” adds Wendy Rennie. “Sage greens and lilacs with an array of whites and warm neutrals offer the perfect French provincial palette.”

SHADES: The trick with French provincial is not to go too cool,” says Wendy. “You want the look of white but not the feel of a cold one.”