Shopping secrets from A home stylist

Welovehomeblog.com’s creator Maxine Brady gives us the scoop on her top shops

Favourite shops for unique homewares

‘I fell in love with Anthropologie in New York for its mix of fashion, home, boho, glam and quirk, so was thrilled it came to the UK. I live in Brighton and am always dropping by Lavender Rooms. Online I check out Rockett St George, Rose & Grey, Design Vintage and Home Bar.’

Go-tos for good value

‘There are so many great places – Dunelm for cushions; Urban Outfitters for quirky rugs; H&M for budget kitchen accessories; Zara Home for door knobs, dishes and platters, and candlesticks, then Tiger for colourful candles.’

shop I can’t resist

‘Homesense, for its bedlinens, and because I always come out with a cushion I don’t really need, but for £16.99, I can justify it.’

Favourite for Furniture

‘Swoon – for all-round great prices and good furniture. Barker & Stonehouse for rustic vibes. Loaf for living rooms. The French Bedroom Company for the obvious. For luxury and shabby chic, it’s Willis & Gambier or Sweetpea and Willow.’

Best high street stores

‘West Elm is another find from my travels; they champion small designers and are brave with their patterns. Marks & Spencer and Next do quality accessories.’

Insider tip

‘Try buying vintage art from junk shops but get it properly framed.’