Bring home the blooms: 7 fab floral finds for spring
A plethora of petals sets the tone for spring updates, says Sam Wylie-Harris
If you’re a fan of florals and even the smallest posy puts you in a joyous mood, bringing some bright blooms into your home can really appeal. The positive effects of flowers for wellbeing and helping us find peace of mind are well storied – and petal power provides endless inspiration in decor design too.
With spring signalling enchanted country gardens, yellow tulips symbolising happy, cheerful thoughts
and canopies of pink blossom making us want to head outside – the best flower shows can start from the inside (while we’re waiting for it to warm up a bit before actually planting those pink geraniums).
1. Emma Bridgewater Sunflower Large Tray, currently £36.95 (was £44.95), Annabel James
With spring socials in full swing, this server will put everyone in a positive, sunny mood before you’ve even poured the
drinks. We’re thinking a celebratory Buck’s Fizz to toast the brighter days.
2. Cream and Rose Floral Printed Cushion, £35 (others from a selection), Graham & Green
Style soft furnishings with chintzy prints, for a timeless charm that’s chic again and enjoying a revival.
3. Dried 55cm Natural Bouquet Mixed with Thistle, £10, Dunelm
Likewise, another grand old dame of florals that’s trending again is dried flowers, which bring colour to any space and, depending on your budget, can be mixed with fluffy pampas grass for an undeniably rustic feel. We love this wispy mixed arrangement for its height and
texture.
4. Magnolia Boxed Scented Candle Pot, £12, Daisy Park
Create a little bit of springtime magic, with the sweet scent of creamy magnolia blossom filling the air.
5. Charlbury Floral Accent Chair in Blue, currently £649, DFS
If period drama Bridgerton has stirred your interest in regency interiors, this floral accent chair is giving us major ‘regencycore’ vibes. With its elegantly curved arms and plush padded seat, it looks comfy enough to see you through season two – scandals and all.
6. Opium Blush Pink Velvet Lampshade, from £75, Wallpaper, £125 per roll, The Curious Department
Inspired by Art Nouveau poppies, a majestic mix of contrasting shades of rosy and deeper pinks adorn this lampshade and corresponding wallpaper. Striking for its flowing stems and decorative design, the
shade’s suitable for standing lamps and ceiling lights, and we love the wallpaper for its wow factor.
7. Orla Kiely Flower Tile Bed Linen, from £55-£100, Orla Kiely
With her signature stem print, Orla Kiely’s new bed linen range is inspired by the historic floral tiles of Porto, reimagined in violet, moss green and cream colours to inject some boldness to bedrooms. Style with vases of purple tulips for the shade of springtime.