Interior Styling for Real Homes: Ideas, Advice & Inspiration
I’m an interior writer, stylist, photographer for interior magazines and a Sunday Times best selling author, sharing ideas to help you style your home with confidence and ease.
If you love interiors and want your home to feel stylish, pulled together, yet still personal, you’ve come to the right place. I’ll be sharing styling advice to help you edit, layer, and finish your home with confidence, alongside articles on what’s happening in the interiors world — from design events and colour stories to features on interior design gurus.
I also take you on tours of beautifully styled homes from around the world, offering inspiration and styling ideas to steal for your own space. Ultimately, I’ll show you how a little bit of styling can be transformational and take your home to a whole new level.
RECENT POSTS
Kelly Hoppen x M&S: my Favourite Pieces and New Additions
I love finding pieces that bring a designer’s signature style into everyday homes. Here, I share my favourites from Kelly Hoppen x M&S collection, including the latest additions, and how I’d style them.
Stylish Christmas Tree Ideas: Different ways to Decorate your Tree
Fancy a fresh look for your Christmas tree? From oversized bows and nostalgic ornaments to natural decorations and opulent metallics, explore different ways to dress your tree.
Decorex 2026: My Styling and Design Takeaways
After two days at Decorex 2026, I came away with plenty of inspiration. Here are my favourite finds and styling takeaways, from the cocooning interiors of The Chalet to decorative details and ideas to interpret in your own home.
Decorating with Soft Green Tones: Ideas for Every Room
From sage and olive to lichen and eucalyptus, in this article I explore how to bring soft greens into your home through paint, furniture, cushions and decorative accessories.
Decorex 2026 Preview: What I’m Looking Forward to Seeing
Decorex returns to Olympia London from 11 to 14 October 2026. Here’s my preview of the new collections, creative spaces and makers I’m most looking forward to seeing.
Inside an Extraordinary Art-filled Home Colour-drenched in Soft Olive Green
Step inside Kingfishers, Amanda Mann’s extraordinary art-filled home, colour-drenched in soft olive green inside and out. From gallery walls and vintage finds to artwork hung in unexpected places, discover how Amanda has created a deeply personal home filled with character, colour and collected treasures.
FOCUS/26 ON DESIGN - My Show Highlights
Join me at FOCUS/26 ON DESIGN at Design Centre Chelsea Harbour as I share my favourite showroom launches, designer collaborations, talks and styling ideas, along with the key colours, materials, patterns and interior takeaways that caught my eye.
Stylish Home Bars: From Drinks Trolleys, Trays and Bar Carts to Cocktail Corners
From sleek drinks cabinets and built-in home bars to stylish bar carts and drinks trolleys, there are so many ways to create a dedicated drinks area at home. I’m sharing ideas for every size of space, along with inspiration from beautifully designed interiors and hotels.
Faux Flowers: Beautiful Artificial Blooms for the Home
Discover how to style faux flowers beautifully at home, from choosing realistic artificial botanicals and foliage to arranging them, updating displays for the seasons, caring for them and finding the best places to buy them.
Merlot & Burgundy Interiors: The Rich Red Shades to Decorate with This Autumn
Merlot, burgundy and deep red are bringing a rich, warm and sophisticated feel to interiors this autumn. From colour-drenched walls and kitchen cabinetry to velvet chairs, cushions and smaller decorative accents, I’m sharing stylish ways to use these sumptuous shades throughout your home, along with the colours, materials and finishes that work beautifully with them.
Kelly Wearstler x H&M HOME: Inside the New 29-Piece Collection
Step inside the new Kelly Wearstler x H&M HOME collection, featuring 29 pieces of sculptural furniture, lighting and decorative objects that bring the celebrated designer’s bold aesthetic to a wider audience.
Quirky and Unusual Vases for Your Home
Quirky and unusual vases are an easy way to add personality, colour and a sense of fun to your interior. From sculptural shapes and animal-inspired designs to playful novelty pieces, I’ve rounded up some of my favourite statement vases that look just as good empty as they do filled with flowers.
Stylish Dog Beds that Complement your Interior
Discover stylish dog beds that complement your interior, from rattan baskets and upholstered dog sofas to memory foam beds, built-in designs and luxury options for every style of home.
Outdoor Pot and Planter Ideas for Every Style of Garden
From rustic terracotta and sculptural stone to lightweight composite and metal designs, outdoor pots can completely transform a garden, terrace or balcony. I’m sharing the best modern outdoor pots and planters, along with ideas on materials, shapes, planting and how to group them beautifully.
Beach Vibe Home Tour -Inside a Stylish Portuguese Villa
Take a tour of Casa Alegria, a stylish Portuguese villa designed with crisp white interiors, sandy tones and natural textures. From oversized rope pendants and relaxed bedrooms to inviting terraces and layered tablescapes, this coastal home is full of easy styling ideas and laid-back beach-house inspiration.
Unusual Bathroom Mirror Ideas: Alternative Designs that Make a Statement
Looking for something more interesting than a standard bathroom mirror? I’ve gathered together a selection of unusual, decorative and alternative bathroom mirror ideas, from vintage and woven designs to smart mirrors, organic shapes and glamorous Art Deco styles.
Tableware Ideas: Stoneware, Earthenware, Melamine and more
From rustic stoneware and elegant bone china to colourful melamine, discover beautiful tableware for every home and occasion. Explore the different materials, styling ideas, serving pieces and summer table inspiration, plus clever ways to display your favourite collections as part of your home decor.
Modern Vases and Pots: The Trend Defining Organic Interiors
Modern vases and pots have become one of today's must-have home accessories. Discover how to style them, explore the different materials and finishes, and learn where to place them to bring warmth, texture and an artisan feel to your home. From ceramic and terracotta to antique vessels and oversized floor vases, this guide covers everything you need to know, including where to buy the best modern vases online.
Outdoor Lighting Ideas: Stylish Ways to Light up Your Garden, Patio or Terrace After Dark
Discover stylish outdoor lighting ideas to transform your garden, patio or terrace into a beautifully lit outdoor room. From festoon lights and lanterns to portable lamps, solar lights and statement pendants, I'll show you how to layer lighting to create warmth, atmosphere and a boutique hotel feel after dark.
Clever Bathroom Ideas to Transform your Bathroom
Looking for clever bathroom ideas to transform your space? From statement basins and vintage chandeliers to beautiful lighting, plants and decorative details, these stylish ideas will help you create a bathroom that feels elegant, personal and full of character.
