Florals are a perennial favourite and never really go out of style. Look beyond chintzy pinks and instead try a muted palette of taupe, mocha and teal, teamed with a hint of vintage chic.
1 Carpet bagging
This hand-woven carpet is a real investment piece – and will feel like walking on a woven meadow.
• Hand-woven Afghan rug, from Dh9,000 (for 3 metres by 2 metres), FBMI, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai
2 Got it covered
Add some tropical punch with this fabric’s large blooms and zesty green leaves. Reupholster a favourite chair or go for floor-to-ceiling curtains for maximum impact.
• Nalina 120334 fabric, Dh288 per metre, Harlequin, various outlets across the UAE
3 In bloom
Rethink pretty blossoms by combining them with something unexpected. This clever Hybrid bowl mixes delicate posies with a Chinese-inspired design.
• Hybrid bowl by Seletti, Dh585, The Design Shop by S*uce, Al Wasl Square, Dubai
4 Floral fashion
An old-fashioned flower motif is given a new lease of life when set against sunshine yellow. Cheerful and bright, this tableware will brighten up any dinner setting.
• Side plate, Dh35, Zara Home stores across the UAE
5 My little peony
Try overscale floral fabrics on vintage furniture. This 1950s sofa from The Odd Piece, swathed in a blousy, oversized peony motif, feels surprisingly fresh and modern.
• 1950s sofa, Dh15,500, The Odd Piece, www.the-oddpiece.com
