Directional Home & Gift Trends at Autumn Fair
October 3, 2024
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Autumn Fair, the UK’s leading seasonal trade event for Home, Gift, and Fashion, has revealed the top trends that will make their way from the
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Say hello to Dopamine Décor
October 3, 2024
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One of the hottest lifestyle trends informing home interiors is Dopamine Décor, a feelgood blend of bright spaces, bold and creative colour and a strong
Western Chic defines new kitchen design trends
March 19, 2024
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In the ever-evolving landscape of interior design, trends come and go like the changing seasons. The Western chic trend is a celebration of homeliness, wholesomeness,
Peach Fuzz is the Pantone Colour of the Year for 2024
January 8, 2024
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It may feel like a rollercoaster start to 2024 for many people, but trendwise we’re firmly in the realm of soft and fruity, as Peace
Dulux Colour of the Year 2024: Sweet Embrace
October 31, 2023
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Paint manufacturer, Dulux, has announced that its colour of the year for 2024 is Sweet Embrace, a soft, delicate tone that provides a perfect wall
Mystic Vibes for Future Festive Trends
October 23, 2023
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Shop window and store decorations at the point of sale bear a decisive role in times of an uncertain consumer climate – quality and the
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