Daydreaming about Bohemian Travels

(Hanging fabric) ‘Wild Geese Velvet in Goose Grey’ & (sofa) ‘Oakwood in Woodsmoke’ from the Bohemian Travels Collection

The Bohemian Travels collection from Mulberry Home is an absolutely stunning line-up of fabrics and so we couldn’t not share it with you today. This collection brings together timeless and exotic designs in rich, modern colours schemes creating the perfect balance and ambience. Transport your home back to yesteryear with these dreamy and nostalgic designs.

(Curtains) ‘Puzzlewood Velvet in Spice Plum’ & (cushion) ‘Saddle Blanket in Teal’ from the Bohemian Romance Collection

The beautiful patchwork style of the ‘Puzzlewood’ fabric is playful whilst still retaining its sophistication, over the years Mulberry have perfected their ability to give a playful edge to their work whilst still remaining the classic elegance of British style.

(Sofa) ‘Haddon Check in Plum’ from the Bohemian Travels Collection

This fabric is the prime example of how to do traditional style correctly in the modern age, the glorious plum colour enhances the classic tartan pattern putting it into its rightful place in classic contemporary design.

(Chair) ‘Magic Carpet in Plum’, (curtains) ‘Oakwood in Multi’ & (trunk) ‘Logan in Indigo’ from the Bohemian Travels Collection

These three fabrics are where Mulberry’s contemporary take on all things exotic come in to play. The combination of the vivacious colours and the striking patterns make these fabrics perfect for the stand alone or statement pieces needed for any extroverts interiors. In particular, the vibrancy of the Oakwood pattern especially in the multi colours is outrageously stunning, the icing on the cake for any home.

(Sofa) ‘China Linen in Multi’ from the Bohemian Travels Collection & ‘Carrick in Amber’ from the Bohemian Romance Collection

Using the classic blue and white Chinese oriental motif, this China Linen fabric uses pattern clashing in an ultra-stylish way, and taking it even further by contrasting the China Linen against the orange the two fabrics work together to create an almost avant-garde piece of work.

The Bohemian Travels collection is a continuation from the previous collection Bohemian Romance, and the evolution between the two is seamlessly beautiful.

(Sofa) ‘Lomond Velvet in Red/Plum’ from the Bohemian Romance Collection

The lavish Lomond fabric oozes in richness whilst capturing the perfect antique look without being overzealous; making it belong equally in a modern interior and a period property without looking out of place.

(Sofa) ‘Velvet Orient Carpet in Plum/Teal’ & (hanging fabric) ‘Shetland Plaid’ from the Bohemian Romance Collection

The same can be said for this elaborate Orient Carpet pattern, which could exist effortlessly in a contemporary interior setting. The pattern is bold enough to stand alone against a minimalist backdrop, but is equally as inviting to surround the fabric with other daring patterns and colours.

(Sofa) ‘Game Birds Velvet in Stone/Multi’ & (hanging fabric) ‘Islay in Teal’ from the Bohemian Romance Collection

And for a last minute injection of country chic, a modern take on a Heritage classic motif. This Game Bird fabric is the perfect way to include a little old-fashioned English style with a reimagined contemporary tinge into a home.

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Bohemian Romance from Mulberry

The newly launched Bohemian Romance collection from Mulberry is absolutely gorgeous. It is all that you expect from Mulberry who have always been brilliant at plaids, velvets and prints in the elegant country style but they have added additional colour and some fantastic new designs that bring their range right up to date. I am really excited about this collection and can’t wait to get my hands on the samples.

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Windswept

Autumn is my preferred time of year because of its dynamic celestial weather and my enhanced appreciation for cosy interiors. The recent blustery winds and bright rains have reminded me of some of my favourite designers that have used this to inspire their designs for the home.

First example is Marimekko and their fantastic current WeatherDiaryRange, which consists of a variety of collections. This range of fabrics, home textiles and dishes are designed using Aino-Maija Metsola’s gorgeous observational paintings and sketches of changing weather and autumnal colours, and they definitely communicate the dynamic seasonal mood. Here are a few examples.

Kuuskajaskari Fabric, by www.marimekko.com, from Skandium.  The colour scheme has been taken from the autumnal season and depicts autumn winds.

Oiva Saapaivakirja Tea Pot and Mug, by Marimekko, from Skandium.

The design captures highlights of autumnal weather patterns and colours, and evokes an image of reeds swaying in the wind.

Oiva Saapaivakirja Plate, by Marimekko, from Skandium.  This is one of several attractive plates in the Saapaivakirja collection, and was inspired by rainfalls and sunrays.

Jussaro Fabric, by Marimekko. This last example of Marimekko’s WeatherDiaryRange, gives a wonderful impression of rolling storm clouds and thunder.

Cloud – Autumn Rug, by Luke Irwin.  This stunning rug is one of a set of four cloud rugs, with one for each season. The cloud shapes for autumn are a dash more manic than the others!

De Gournay’s luxurious wall papers are always striking and dynamic and often inspired by weather.

Windswept Blossom, by De Gournay. This enchanting blossom tree captures the transition from summer to autumn perfectly.

Cranes, by De Gournay.  I love this chaotic yet elegant display of wind blown cranes.

Flying Ducks Velvet Sky, by Mulberry Home, from Lee Jofa.  Mulberry’s Duck velvet is another lovely fabric that shows an array of windblown birds, playfully ducking and diving in the sky.

On the subject of flight, Coral and Tusk have got a charming range of embroidered home accessories, many of which feature feather patterns.

Large Feather Table Runner, by Coral and Tusk.

Detailed with peregrine falcon, owl and peacock tail feathers, these embroideries have a lovely illustrated style, with gorgeous splashes of autumnal colours.

Feather Vertical Curtain Panel, by Coral and Tusk.

Cole and Son have fantastic wall coverings depicting scenes and landscapes, including a couple of great celestial designs.

Nuvole, by Cole and Son.

I always imagine this beautiful mural to be an autumnal scene, combining wonderfully energetic clouds, with glimpses of sunshine.

Macchine Volanti, by Cole and Son.

This wall paper is another wonderful sky scene with a combination of quirky flying machines demonstrating all sorts of air navigation.

We hope you all survived St Jude storm’s visit safely and are still able to enjoy the blustery autumn weather! 

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