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Having an area to dress in that is organised, clutter-free and tailored just for you can work wonders for putting you at ease and allowing to get dressed without a care in the world.  Whether you have an entire room at your disposal or only a small corner there is much to be said for bringing organisation to your dressing area.

When it comes to a bedroom the most important piece of furniture is of course the bed, and sometimes other pieces in the room are forgotten about or paid less attention to then our heavenly beds. If you can, using another room to house your clothes is the ideal solution to not only creating a clutter-free dressing area but a clutter-free bedroom as well.

If you love fashion and have enough clothes to rival a shop, dedicated a room for your clothes is the best way to organised and store them, so you won’t be constantly searching for that item you can never seem to find.

‘Classic Interior in Platinum’ from Elfa

The Swedish storage company, Elfa, are a great choice if you want to create a large dressing area without breaking the bank! Their designs allow you to create customised storage areas that can work in any space, be it a whole room a just a wall.

‘Décor Interior in Birch’ from Elfa

If you can’t spare a whole room in your house, there are loads of other ways to store your clothes in a stylish manner that won’t take up too much room. This beautiful, crisply designed wardrobe from Ercol has a chameleon-like style, and can be adapted to different design schemes, so it’s perfect if you haven’t decided on your favourite style yet, or are forever changing your mind. It’s a beautiful blank canvas piece of furniture that can be altered with different types of home accessories.

‘Devon Wardrobe’ from Ercol

This contemporary design from TwentyTwentyOne is a great way to a display your clothes and would look amazing integrated into a minimalist or industrial style home.

‘Tra-ra Wardrobe’ from TwentyTwentyOne

Though they may be functional, chest of drawers are a lovely way to show off your style and can be a stunning statement piece. Investing in a well-designed, durable piece can be the perfect solution to a dressing area problem. Julian Chichester has some absolutely stunning designs that are a wonderful combination of contemporary and glamourous. I love this Bow Chest style chest of drawers, its marbled effect gives the lovely hint of glamour without being over the top.

‘Balthazar Chest’ from Julian Chichester

For a design that will never go out of style, an elegant piece like this Chest from Bolier is a beautiful statement piece and will make a bold presence in a room with it’s classic, timeless design.

‘Rosenau Biedermeier Tiered Chest’ from Bolier

As well as having the perfect staple wardrobe for your staple wardrobe, just like in fashion accessories are key for any dressing area and can really help to optimise a space.

Using a room partition can help create a separate dressing area within a bedroom, and though room partitions are usually found in vintage and retro-glamour styles there are alternatives out there if you’re looking for something with a more contemporary feel to it. I love this fun design from Houseology that would look amazing in a modern home!

‘Moooi Paper Screen Patchwork’ from Houseology

If you do have the extra space to play around with, investing in some decorative, but practical additions to a dressing area are the perfect way for your style to transpire. I absolutely love the vintage look of this gloriously glamourous trunk from Houseology. Even if vintage isn’t necessarily your preferred taste, a classic piece like this can work with just about anything and is something that you’d be able to keep for generations!

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‘Authentic Model Stateroom Armoire in Black’ from Houseology

For something a little more in-line with laid-back, contemporary glamour, or perhaps something to work with a unisex dressing area, a piece like this cabinet from Retrouvius is just the ticket. Its beautiful leather exterior is subtle style at its best.

‘Leather/ Shoe Cabinet’ from Retrouvius

Most women tend to acquire a lot of jewellery overs the years, whether its items you’ve bought or special pieces that have been passed down through the family. Storing jewellery isn’t just about organisation, it’s about displaying your treasured pieces in a beautiful way (that’ll also make you remember to wear them!)

‘Glass Trinket Boxes’ from Graham and Green

I love these glass boxes from Graham and Green, they’re a beautiful, delicate way to present your pieces and their subtle design means they’ll display your jewellery without trying to steal focus from your favourite pieces!

For something a little smaller, this imaginative Guppy Ring Dish design from Anthropologie puts the fun in functional and is the ideal accessory for those who love something a little different.

‘Gulping Guppy Ring Dish’ from Anthropologie

So whatever space you have to work creating a beautiful and functional storage for your clothes will hopefully mean never having a wardrobe malfunction again!

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This week at Angel + Blume we’re taking a look at the various kinds of workspaces in the home. No matter what space you have to work with, be it a whole room dedicated to the cause, or just a little corner of the room, it’s vital to make sure that the space is well executed. Whether you’re running an entire business out of your home or organising a hectic family life, the space you work in has to be just right. We’ve put together a little guide together of what we think makes a great study or workspace, and a few examples of some previous spaces that Angel + Blume have created for a little inspiration!

Often we find ourselves having to double up a room’s function, and so a study may also need to be a spare room as well. Less is always more in these situations and what can look amazing is a beautiful antique writing desk, placed nicely in the corner of a room, making it not just a functional piece of furniture, but decorative as well.

 

 

If your style is more contemporary and an antique desk doesn’t meet the bar, there are heaps of stylish, modern desks out there. A few of my favourites on the market at the moment come from Gillmore Space and Lombok.

 

‘The Walnut Gerrit Writing Desk’ from Gillmore Space

 

This desk Gillmore Space is a beautiful, strong design, making it the perfect piece for the focal point of a whole study, or as a singular piece in a multi-functional room; it offers functionality whilst still maintaining style.

If you wanted something with a more industrial look to it, this Artisan desk by Lombok would make a great feature piece in any room, and has a minimalist, no clutter kind of feel to it.

 

‘Artisan Honeycomb Desk’ from Lombok

 

If you’re carrying out professional work in your home then it’s essential to make sure that your surroundings can accommodate your needs, from storage to additional seating, everything plays a key role in making you as work-productive as possible but also evoking the right setting for visitors (be it clients or business partners).

Anglepoise lamps are an iconic design in the world of lighting, and they won’t be bested when it comes to those late night work sessions. This season Anglepoise teamed up with designer Paul Smith to create some ultra sleek designs. There a great addition to any study to keep morale levels high and add a little retro style to your surroundings.

 

‘Type 75 Desk Lamp – Edition 2 by Paul Smith’ from Anglepoise

 

When creating an office inside of a home having a flexible seating arrangement is great for accommodating extra bodies when need be. Depending on the level of formality needed, armchairs and sofas can make the space look fantastic.

Angel + Blume created this space for a client to work as both a media room and as an office.

 

 

Armchairs from Gotham were used to make a comfortable, yet professional setting so that the room can easily transfer between its functions. Gotham has some absolutely stunning designs that can work in both a professional and relaxed setting.

 

‘The Ulysse Armchair’ from Gotham

 

‘The Calaf Armchair’ from Gotham

 

For extreme glamour and sleekness, Bolier is an absolute must! Their designs are real timeless, classic style pieces that will last a lifetime. My favourite design in their collection at the moment is the Domicile Curved Back Lounge Chair.

 

    

‘Domicile Curved Back Armchair’ from Bolier

 

Below is a perfect example of how to create a workspace within a living area. When you don’t need a focused atmosphere and are looking for something a little more social, incorporating the computer into a lively part of the house is a great idea. In a space like this you could add a few interchangeable home accessories to work with the space.

 

 

 

For a more relaxed arrangement in your workspace, adding a few cushions into the mix will make your work seem a lot less strenuous. Everything Matthew Williamson does for Osborne & Little is outstanding and his cushions are no exception!

 

‘Sunbird’ from Matthew Williamson at Osborne & Little

A great piece from Rockett St George is this gorgeous embossed brass cabinet, which is perfect for containing all your files whilst still looking beautiful.

 

‘Embossed Brass Cabinet’ from Rockett St George

Or for a contemporary alternative, check out Chaplins, who create some stunning designs, including this elegant cabinet.

‘Lochness Cabinet’ from Chaplins

 

It’s always important to give yourself a little treat when you’re working hard, and this may take the form of a little bit of artwork to gaze at every so often and have a sneaky daydream. Byard Art always has great pieces by amazing artists, and with quite a diverse range everyone is likely to find something to take their fancy. One of my favourites is this ‘Running Cheetah’ by Lucy Kinsella, perfect for placing on the end of your desk.

 

‘Running Cheetah’ by Lucy Kinsella from Byard Art

 

Another favourite is this dreamy landscape piece by Felicity Keefe, which will be a great little detox for the mind in times of stress!

 

‘The Brooding Sky’ by Felicity Keefe from Byard Art

However big or small, or how much it’s used, crafting the perfect workspace in your home will make all that work seem just a little bit easier, and maybe a little bit more fun!

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