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Interiors

The 90’s are Back…

Anne Haimes, Design Director says that like fashion, home décor trends come back around too and, according to Etsy, the 90s are influencing our interior design choices again with retro and nostalgic 90s items back in our bedrooms.

Neon signs

Colourful, fun and oozing personality, neon lights have made a welcome return to our homes.If you have the budget, you can even custom order your own neon design to create a conversational art piece. But while neon lights can be striking in the right setting, it’s all too easy to allow them to overwhelm your space. To avoid your neon looking out of place or too kitsch, I’d recommend accenting the colour of the neon within other décor pieces to tie the room together and help it feel more complete.

You should also be smart about hiding your wires too – nothing can throw off a statement wall quite like an obvious cable. If you didn’t opt for a wireless neon sign, conceal wires behind furniture and use wire covers in the same colour as your walls.

Playful Patterns

The rise of the ‘grandmillennial’ (or granny-chic) sees a modernised take on traditional décor elements. Think wicker, doilies, needlepoint throw pillows and plenty of romantic patterns.

Botanical wallpapers were a staple for 90s households, and now the trend is back, particularly when paired with matching furnishings. To modernise the look, contrast soft-coloured floral patterns with electric shades to create a striking contrast and a sense of depth to your space. Or, if you’re after something a bit fiercer, why not try a bold animal print? Leopard print was all the rage in the 90s and this crossed over into interior design choices as well.

Less is more when it comes to animal prints, and the more abstract the pattern the better. They work particularly well with bold tropical prints and deep, rich colour palettes.

Thrifty Finds

Styling your home doesn’t have to be expensive, in fact, discovering cheaper treasures you can’t buy in high street shops will guarantee your home is unique. Scouring your local thrift shop or online second-hand retailers can be a great way to find genuine vintage pieces that are bang on trend for a fraction of the cost.

It can be tricky to know exactly what to look for since the 90s had such an individualist, eclectic style. But most importantly, have fun with creating your own style and gravitate towards pieces you love. The one rule with 90s décor is that there are no rules!

Statement Mirrors

Mirrors have long been the top trick for interior designers to bounce light and brighten rooms, giving the impression of more space. Opting for more unusual mirrors can be a nod to 90s interior fashion, introducing personality, playfulness and a point of focus.

The ceiling-mounted disco ball is the most iconic 90s mirror trend, but you don’t have to go to this extreme. The golden rule for a nostalgic look is to avoid perfectly rounded, square or rectangular mirrors. Instead, look for misshapen, oblong and organic shapes to help soften the space without being distracting.

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