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HOW ON TREND IS YOUR HOUSE?
Things are changing fast in the world around us. After a prolonged period where practicality …
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DECORATING ON A BUDGET: INSIDER SECRETS
Most of us use a budget at some time when decorating, and for those who …
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THE NEW 100 ETIQUETTE RULES FOR MODERN LIFE
Etiquette: it’s hard, often awkward and rarely intuitive. And yet it’s the fabric of our …
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HOW TO ADD VALUE TO YOUR HOUSE (AND WHAT NOT TO DO) THIS YEAR
Is it worth renovating the kitchen (or not), and do you really need a dressing …
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NEW BARGAINS ON OLD FURNITURE: ISABELLA WALKER-SMITH’S FRENCH FARMHOUSE SALE
It’s everyone’s dream to escape to a French farmhouse. Now you can get the look, …
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8 HOLIDAY-DECORATING MISTAKES – AND HOW TO FIX THEM
From wilted garlands to overly neutral palettes, we reveal the mistakes people make when celebrating …
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CHRISTMAS DAY ETIQUETTE: HOW TO KEEP FRIENDS AND NOT ALIENATE FAMILY
It’s the most wonderful time of the year – and here is how you ought …
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2022 CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE: TIME FOR GIFTS WITH MEANING
We’re always here to help you find gifts that elicit “you really know me!” enthusiasm, …
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CHRISTMAS IS THE BEST TIME FOR ENTERTAINING – IF YOU FOLLOW THESE HOLIDAY RULES
It’s the week of Christmas, and the good news for procrastinators is: there’s still time …
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FROM RALPH LAUREN TO LOUIS VUITTON, WHO DRESSED YOUR LIVING ROOM?
For three-quarters of a century, the $1.7 trillion global fashion industry has found opportunities in …
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HOW TO CHOOSE A GOOD INTERIOR DESIGNER
The problem with the interior design industry is that there are almost no barriers to …
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HOW TO AVOID THE 5 WORST OUTDOOR-ENTERTAINING MISTAKES
Outdoor shindigs present more opportunities for hosting gaffes than indoor parties. Here are the party …
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ISABELLA WALKER-SMITH’S HAPPY HAUTE HOLIDAY COLLECTION
My daughter Isabella Walker-Smith recently moved home after living abroad with her husband for the …
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A ZARA HOME COLLECTION WITH VINCENT VAN DUYSEN
Belgian architect and designer has debuted a very personal collaboration with Zara Home, that reflects …
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INTERIOR DESIGN TRENDS TO KNOW FOR 2023
2022 has been an invigorating year so far, with many people welcoming friends and family …
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