Marcia’s style tips

● Illuminate dark alcoves and corners with fairy lights. Place them in glass vases or wrap around a tall plant. Position vases with flowers and tealights on sideboards and as a dining table centrepiece to create a soft evening glow.

● Light-coloured curtains on windows and doors bounce light into a room. At night, hang curtain fairy lights for an instant warming effect and to create a focal point.

● Bring a sumptuous feel with texture – this wool-effect rug mixed with the velvet cushion and metallic accessories adds instant glam.

● Papering an alcove will make a narrow room feel wider and create a lovely backdrop for your accessories and furniture. Hang lanterns and wall sconces for dewy candlelight.