As the nights draw in, there is no better way than getting cosy and ready for a winter’s evening than with ambient lighting. In an ideal world, we’d change our lighting scheme seasonally but in reality there is a much more cost-effective and practical way of achieving the perfect mood. Candles and lanterns are the ideal home accessory to shop for in our home decoration store to achieve a subdued atmosphere.

When Innermost became part of our curated collection of designer lighting we were ecstatic. Co-founders Steve Jones and Russell Cameron “look for something that’s unusual” and so do we when it comes to interior décor. Innermost celebrate designers and ideas from all corners of the globe that share their passion for anarchy. Over the years, they’ve collaborated with the likes of Jake Phipps, James Bartlett, and Tom Kirk to name a few. And each time this amalgamation of diverse designers has worked brilliantly in delivering stunning creations.

The world of interiors is an exciting and ever-changing environment. The days of matchy-matchy wood furniture sets had their moment. And for better or for worse it has passed. Mixing different kinds of wood in your home makes the space inviting an unexpected. Generally, you don’t buy all your designer furniture in one fell swoop, so you’re probably already mixing wood furniture hues without knowing your bang on trend. Now, you just need to make sure you’re doing it right.

With the festive season upon us, and because we know how busy you are, we’ve rounded up the trendiest festive party decorating ideas so you can choose your favourites. Are you ready to receive the New Year in style?

We adore velvet. It’s one of those materials that are soft, sophisticated and instantly adds a touch of glamour to any room. It’s perfect for winter because it’s always deep and saturated – even in lighter colours. Designer sofas in velvet immediately draw you in, softening your living space, providing a cosy and pretty centrepiece. Fear not, you don’t need to swap your sofa to get this trend right. Smaller pieces like armchairs, ottomans and home accessories can also do the trick. Read below to get tips from the pros on how to incorporate velvet into your home.