With thoughts turning to Valentine’s weekend, one of the most desirable ways to set the scene is with dreamy décor to spruce up your space.
From super cute and eclectic to striking a chord with a romantic aesthetic, here’s what to buy to add a touch of romance to your existing furnishings.
1. You’re My Jam Doormat, £139, Ruggable
A jammy find, we’ve a crush on this retro-look doormat with its feel-good vibes.
2. Emma Bridgewater Love Hearts Collection: Love Hearts Small Mug, £22, (top); Love Hearts Half Pint Mug, £28, (bottom); Love Hearts Medium Dinner Plate, 8.5 inch, £27; Love Hearts Small Old Bowl, £24, Emma Bridgewater
This sweet tableware talks the language of love… style with vintage china and flea market finds to evoke a sense of cosy cottagecore.
3. Lights4fun Warm White Micro Light Heart Wreath, £19.99; TruGlow Blush Pink Fluted Cone LED Pillar Candle Duo with Remote Control, £19.99; TruGlow Blush Pink Ribbed LED Pillar Candle Trio, £24.99, rest of items from a selection, Lights4fun
With the right candles and lighting, creating an amorous atmosphere comes naturally… especially with pastel-pink LEDs juxtaposed with a light-up wreath featuring glass and pearl-style beads, vase of red roses, and velvet bows lending some feminine flair.
4. Laura Ashley Arlingham Gardens Mural in Eau De Nil, £250, (width 3 metres, height 2.8 metres), Wallpaper Direct
Think a secret garden, trailing greenery, spring blossom, plus decorative trellis and archway for a real focal point… and bring a little bit of paradise into your home
5. Oliver Bonas Brown & Red Frill Love Gingham Cushion Cover, 30 x 50cm, £26.50; Brown & Red Ruffle Leopard Print Cushion Cover, 45 x 45cm, £29.50; White & Red Cherry Cushion Cover, 45 x 45cm, £32.50, Red & Cream Love Tufted Cushion Cover, £29.50, Oliver Bonas
Cosy cushions are one of the easiest ways to luxe up your living area – and with the spotlight on calligraphy, red gingham and cherries, adding a couple of leopard print covers trimmed with red piping makes an edgy statement.
6. Boston Red Wine Glass, Multicoloured, £18.90 each (200ml), Villeroy & Boch
With a glass of celebratory fizz or Valentine cocktail on the cards, stylish crystalware with a pretty pastel hue will charm your partner.
7. Velvet Table Lamp, Pink and Brass, £19.60 (was £28), BHS.com
For a touch of girly glamour, this blush pink velvet lampshade with brass base will switch up a side table or reading nook.
8. Nostalgic Rose Red Bed Linen Set, from £95 (Double); rest of items from a selection, French Bedroom
We’ve fallen head over heels in love with this romantic bedding set, channelling a chic, French boudoir aesthetic. Style with soft, layered textures – matching rug, cushions and accessories available – and team with a vase of powder pink roses and velvet vanity chair for a vintage vibe. An added bonus, it’s presented in a patterned drawstring bag to store linen when not in use.
9. Arran After the Rain – Lime, Rose & Sandalwood Room Spray, £20, (100ml); Candle, £35, (35cl); Reed Diffuser, £35, Arran
Like a refreshing summer shower, this beguiling blend of florals, citrus and warm, woody notes of sandalwood will add a lovely scent for your date night.
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