The mid-century trend, drawing inspiration from the 1950s and 60s keeps gathering pace and the softer shades of blue, so beloved by Dior in his post-war ‘new look’ collections are being re-imagined for today’s interiors. Post-pandemic the calm and comfort is just as welcome; think Highland sky on a glorious summer day.
1. Cat sack £96, www.avainnes.com 2. Jacqueline Milton’s Wisteria French blue fabric, £54 per metre, www.jacquelinemilton.co.uk 3. Isle of Skye Paint Company, Loch Coruisk blue. Available in interior matt, durable, satin, masonry and exterior eggshell. Tester pot £4. www.isleofskyepaintcompany.co.uk 4. BTC’s designs Hector dome table light, small, £175. www.originalbtc.com 5. Ava Innes cashmere throw £435, www.avainnes.com 6. Coconut bistro set from Next Home. £150. www.next.co.uk/homeware 7. Oliver Bonas’ printed tassel cotton parasol £198. www.oliverbonas.com 8. A cow parsley bowl from Welsh Otter’s £70. www.welshotter.co.uk