THE SPOTLIGHT: WHAT TO BUY NOW
Living Etc UK|December 2022
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ELLEN FINCH
THE SPOTLIGHT: WHAT TO BUY NOW

COLOUR STORY

Paint & Paper Library is spoiling us with its launch of nine new colours, three colour 'families' designed to work in harmony, eight shades from the archives - and its reformulated architects' range of finishes. Walls in The Long Room architects' matt, £59.50 for 2.5ltr:cabinets in Roben's Honor architects eggshell, £75 for 2.5ltr, Paint & Paper Library

DELICIOUS!

If you haven't already heard of Vaisselle, meet your new obsession: the stylish and sustainable tableware brand is back with a wonderful new collection this autumn. Created by London-based French designer Léa Zana and handmade in Andalusia, southern Spain, the new pieces include colourful mouth-blown recycled glassware as well as the beautiful pottery the brand is best known for. Ravioli bowl, £65, Vaisselle

THROWING SHADE

Hand-crafted from vintage sari silk from India, this lampshade is part of a collection of homeware including kantha quilts and suzani cushions by Chloe Jonason, all inspired by her passion for vintage textiles and needlework. 'I love that the fabrics are one of a kind; I'm drawn to colours and patterns that tell tales of time,' she says. "They offer a unique faded elegance and are kind to the planet.' Lampshades, from £195, Chloe Jonason Interiors

STORE AND ORDER 

The Shaker System from Danish textile company Kvadrat and designer Raf Simons is a balm to soothe the busyness of modern life. Adding architectural interest as well as keeping a space tidy, it consists of a horizontal bar and accessories from key chains to tote bags to wool throws. Available in four colours, £620 for a bar, Kvadrat/Raf Simons

DREAM ON 

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