It’s all about colour-clashing bold blooms this month…and the more the colours clash the better. Think red, black, pink and pale blue, all on the same mood board. Not for the faint hearted! Look away now if you’re easily offended or scroll down to check out a few of our favourites in fabric, furnishings and accessories – it’s like Marmite…you’ll either love ‘em or hate ‘em. This colour-clashing bespoke rug by Aysha Mehar for
Hill & Co i...
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Posted by Emily Peck, Editor, ACHICA Living
May 24th, 2010
I was lucky enough to gain access to some of the greenest corners of the city last weekend, thanks to the Great London Garden Trail. For those who missed the event here's some highlights.
I braved the torrential rain showers that threatened to mar the day and wandered through some inspirational secret gardens. Varying in size from rooftop oases to multi-acre stunner, the gardens had colourful blooms, fragrant foliage, stunning landscaping and fantastic water features.
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Posted by Nina Fitton, Writer, ACHICALiving.com
May 10th, 2010
Fellow decorating enthusiasts will know how important it is to ensure every room in the home works in harmony as a whole – and that means the children’s bedroom too. It’s easy to dismiss this space as a dumping ground for crayons, toys and mess, but choosing the right furniture, colour palette and storage solutions can make a big difference. A successful set up creates a haven away from the adult world - somewhere their imaginations can run riot and where their creativity and development can be stimulat...
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Posted by Nina Fitton, Writer, ACHICALiving.com
April 27th, 2010
Get fruity! What better way to liven up a drab interior than with a juicy burst of berry? Think raspberry reds, ripe strawberry and blueberry purple shades that are stunning in cushions, wallpapers, vases and candles. Team with turquoise accents and the look is bang on trend right now. It's a fact - we've chatted to
Kelly Hoppen and she told us so!
We've spotted a delicious range of accessories on the high street. Check out some of our...
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Posted by Emily Peck, Editor, ACHICA Living
April 10th, 2010
We can’t get enough of these refreshing shades of turquoise and teal, which refuse to take a back seat. They’re alive in wallpaper, upholstered furniture and accessories, and look great with a cheeky splash of berry thrown into the mix. Check out a few of our favourite homewares, which just might inspire you to take on the trend in your own home if you haven’t already…
Watelet printed silk fabric in turquoise from View more
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Posted by Emily Peck, Editor, ACHICA Living
April 6th, 2010
So everything’s going to plan. You’ve just finished your best Nigella moves in the kitchen and the dinner is bubbling away nicely. Starter. Check. Main. Check. Dessert. Check. Booze. Check. Guests arrive at 7.30pm, so you’ve still got time for a cheeky glass of wine to get the party started before they arrive, too. Bonus.
But is your dinner table looking its best? Would you score top ‘Come Dine With Me’ marks? We think that creating the right ambience is key to a successful dinner party and invest...
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Posted by Emily Peck, Editor, ACHICA Living
March 20th, 2010
I'm surrounded by Mushrooms, Tulips and Butterflies and nope, I'm not in the forest but in modern furniture design heaven with the latest Artifort promotion. Fancy your very own piece of New York-style at home? You can add a bit of Netherlands and France to that list too. The Mushroom Modern Armchair by world famous French designer Pierre Paulin is a sculptural classic of the 1960's, made in the Netherlands and is part of the permanent collection of th...View more
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Posted by Emily Peck, Editor, ACHICA Living
February 15th, 2010
Benefit's celebrity make-up artist Rachel Wood, who's worked with top names such as Daisy Lowe, Alesha Dixon and Erin O'Connor, shares her expert beauty secrets so you can leave the house looking like a star…
GET THE PERFECT BASE Once your face feels smooth having used a good moisturiser, such as Dear John make up, it's time to prepare your base. When applying foundation, it's best not to follow the norm by using up and down strokes. Go for ...
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Posted by Emily Peck, Editor, ACHICA Living
February 8th, 2010
