Shabby chic style is making a big comeback, this time with an elegant French twist.
Escape to the country with this romantic, rural look
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Rustic wood flooring is a key component of a French farmhouse look, though engineered
and laminate designs may be a more practical option
Cellar Oak traditional engineered wood flooring, £71.57 per sq m, The Wood Flooring
Co.
There’s a certain calmness and familiarity that comes with country-style living, which
is why this type of look has been so enduring. Shabby chic designs have come and gone,
but we’re welcoming them back with open arms – think natural wood finishes, rustic
accessories and vintage vibes aplenty. This time, inspiration comes in from rural
French farmhouses, where characterful shapes and details adorn furniture and fabrics.
Combining old and new items is the trick to this trend, so look out for decor in secondhand
shops as well as your usual high street stores.
Panelled beaded wall mirror, £220, French Bedroom
Lautner Matt Grey dressing table, £115, B&Q
Can you ever have too many baskets? We don’t think so! Grow your collection gradually
on trips and at markets Handwoven natural market baskets, from £20, Bohemia Design
Touches of rattan and a gently weathered surface give this oak bed frame a chic French
feel
Margot bed, £1,295 for a double; medium Flute table lamp, £125; Bella in Marble side
table, £395, all Loaf
Wooden hanging block, from £10.50, Rachel Fearnley Designs
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These 100% cotton scented pyramids offer a delicate, handmade detail and can be printed
in a variety of colours and patterns to suit your scheme – simply hang in your kitchen,
bedroom or bathroom
Lavender pyramids, from £8, Rachel Fearnley Designs
‘Work Mates’ watercolour shire horse painting, from £21.99, Florence & Lavender
Amber glass pumpkin bud vase, £4, Heavenly Homes and Gardens
Black industrial wall mounted rail with 5 storage hooks, £12.95, Melody Maison
Make your dining table the main feature with a farmhouse-style design – add bench
seating to complete the look
Derwent Farmhouse dining table and benches in Medium Oak, £1,700, Funky Chunky Furniture
Co.
Eden linen cushion, £28, French Bedroom
Keep an eye out for vintage-style furniture and accessories to add character to your
home – mix and match for an authentic rustic look
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